I don't know if you are familiar with Neos, but I have had a few pair of these. They are overshoes basically, highly waterproof and on the heavy side (2 lbs).
I live in Albuquerque. I have usually just changed where I hike in the winter so that mostly I am hiking on the desert side. It's fun but limited. Also limited as to longer hikes. I'm looking to do more hikes in some higher elevations. So the question is boots or shoes. Not sure I would enjoy having wet feet which I would have with trail runners (I have NB 910s which I am not in love with but oh well). Neos are inexpensive but HEAVY. I would get the non-insultated ones as they are less heavy and the main thing is keeping your feet dry. They also can attach nicely to snowshoes. I have had opportunities in the past to go snowshoeing with a group. Any thoughts on the subject? I know this is not so much a question, but I would still like to hear what folks have to say.
Thanks.