Hunting boots: what's good and what isn't?

[azbighornhunter]

I've had great success with Hanwag's Alaska GTX that I bought from Lathrop and Sons. Lathrop and Sons can do custom boot fitting for you. The boots are very similar to the Kennetreks IMO. They're VERY STIFF when you get them. It takes a while to get them broken in. BUT,,,,,,,once they are broken in you can go for miles in rough country.

 

I've had Danner boots in the past of varying styles. I do like them in general. They break in quickly and will fulfill MOST people's needs. Most people do not go for extended mileages.

 

I will probably stick with the Hanwag or Kennetrek from now on though.

[JLG]

I've had great success with Hanwag's Alaska GTX that I bought from Lathrop and Sons. Lathrop and Sons can do custom boot fitting for you. The boots are very similar to the Kennetreks IMO. They're VERY STIFF when you get them. It takes a while to get them broken in. BUT,,,,,,,once they are broken in you can go for miles in rough country.

 

I've had Danner boots in the past of varying styles. I do like them in general. They break in quickly and will fulfill MOST people's needs. Most people do not go for extended mileages.

 

I will probably stick with the Hanwag or Kennetrek from now on though.

 

My last two sets of boots have been Danner Pronghorns. I am about do for another set. I got two years out of the last one, but also had about 125 days on them too. They are comfortable and easy on your feet. I would buy them again. I may get this set rebuilt as a spare pair. Danner offers this service for about $100, Take Care, JLG.

[dzell]

merrells they dont last long but there light wieght comfortable and excellent traction I hunt in the nasty rocky canyons and not one have I wished for a big sturdy boot. Rite now I have the danner combat hikers made in usa and they dont compare to the merrells in any situation yet

[June]

It's a sandal or a sturdy pair of ski's ,Unless, It has a Vibram sole.

[Traveler]

I am a big fan of European brand boots. (They have been climbing the Alps for a long time.) I went through 4-5 pair of Danner's before switching to Han Wag and Meindl. Cost per mile they are less expensive than Danner. I hear good things about Kennetrek and Crispi's as well but have not used them personally.

 

Good luck

Dan

[#1huntinfool]

I have been on the market for boots to, I have heard a-lot of good about the Kenetrek.

My Dad had the Danners, they fell apart, so he sent them back, and they sent him the best american made boots they had.

that was 15 years ago tho, maybe the've changed.

[Vince]

I'm partial to these for hunting boots:

 

http://www.redwingshoes.com/red-wing-shoe/218-red-wing-shoes/218-red-wing-mens-9-inch-logger-boot-black

 

and these:

 

http://www.whitesboots.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=29868

[CouesWhitetail]

I have been really impressed with the Kenetrek boots I got last year before my coues hunt. They have unbelievable traction and ankle and foot stabilization. Very tough boot. I have been hiking with them all summer in the Chiricahuas and Pinalenos and they really give me extra grip and power to make some tough climbs in rocky, steep country.

 

I got my boots from sponsor Santana Outdoors. Eric wears Kenetreks as well and if you give him a call he can give you more info about them.

The ones I bought were the women's mountain hiker boot. They run much smaller than other boots. I bought a 1/2 size larger than normal and I think I probably should have bought them even another 1/2 size larger.

 

They are a very stiff boot at first, but really great support and traction. When I wear my old Merrels, it's just amazing the difference. The Kenetreks protect my feet from jagged rocks much better than other boots I have owned (including Danners).

 

here is a link to the boot I bought:

http://www.santanaou...in-Hiker/Detail

 

here are some other models that are men's boots:

http://www.santanaou...ide-boot/Detail

 

http://www.santanaou...ker-boot/Detail

 

http://www.santanaou...reme-400/Detail

[bowhunter81]

Under armor sneak freaks.... I've had danners, no contest on theses. Lightweight, no breaking in and durable.

[Snapshot]

I need to check around for new type boots also. I used Rocky for years but the last pair was a disappointment. Started falling apart after 2 years.

[vegasjeep]

Under armor sneak freaks.... I've had danners, no contest on theses. Lightweight, no breaking in and durable.

 

 

was just going to post this... best boots EVER right out of the box... especially for our hot hunting down south

[bonecollector]

Just recently bought a pair of speed freaks. Very comfortable out of the box, light weight. Just not sure about the ankle support yet.

[Coach]

I've got some speed freaks too. Posted about them before, maybe on this thread. Very good boots for stalking, running around in the pines chasing elk, etc. IMO, they are at the top of their "category" of boots, but comparing them with Kenetreks or Meindl.

 

Tough, steep, rocky country requires super solid boots. That's where the Kenetrek and Meindl, some Asolo really make a difference. Those same boots chasing antelope all over flat country aren't as well suited as the Speed Freaks.

 

Like most good gear, you just have to use the right equipment based on the particular needs of the hunt.

[Santana Outdoors]

I have been really impressed with the Kenetrek boots I got last year before my coues hunt. They have unbelievable traction and ankle and foot stabilization. Very tough boot. I have been hiking with them all summer in the Chiricahuas and Pinalenos and they really give me extra grip and power to make some tough climbs in rocky, steep country.

 

I got my boots from sponsor Santana Outdoors. Eric wears Kenetreks as well and if you give him a call he can give you more info about them.

The ones I bought were the women's mountain hiker boot. They run much smaller than other boots. I bought a 1/2 size larger than normal and I think I probably should have bought them even another 1/2 size larger.

 

They are a very stiff boot at first, but really great support and traction. When I wear my old Merrels, it's just amazing the difference. The Kenetreks protect my feet from jagged rocks much better than other boots I have owned (including Danners).

 

here is a link to the boot I bought:

http://www.santanaou...in-Hiker/Detail

 

here are some other models that are men's boots:

http://www.santanaou...ide-boot/Detail

 

http://www.santanaou...ker-boot/Detail

 

http://www.santanaou...reme-400/Detail

 

Thank Amanda. I perosnally like the kenetrek better than any boot I've ever had on, mine are going into 3 years old and still wear like they did the first. We just started selling Crispi and will be trying them this fall season. So far everyone we have sold the Crispi too are extreamly impressed with the comfort and ankle support.

 

Good luck.