I have Rocky Bear Claw with 1000 gr of thinsulate, Irish Setter with 800 Grams of Thinsulate & Saloman hiker style with 200 grams of thinsulate, all three have gortex booties in them, so dry feet is accomplished with either. For my area and season their isn' t a one boot for all, that may not be true for your area. The rocky' s offer the most rigid support, but come at price of being the heaviest boot i wear. I really like the Irish Setters, they are light, warm, dry, good traction and offer enough support for me.

I have worn many kinds of boots over the years, some were better than others for sure but I would suggest Rocky, Danner or Irish Setter as a starting point, these three offer many choices.