eom Report post Posted March 5, 2020 So my Danners finally blew out last weekend and I’m in the market for some new boots, leaning towards more of a hiking boot than a hunting boot but also want good ankle support. Any suggestions? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZBull Report post Posted March 5, 2020 Salomon. No break in required. I wear them everyday and put a lot of miles on them. I wear the Quest 4D 3 GTX. Super comfortable. I think they have a warranty as well but I’ve never had to use it 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
knothead Report post Posted March 5, 2020 Just now, AZBull said: Salomon. No break in required. I wear them everyday and put a lot of miles on them. I wear the Quest 4D 3 GTX. Super comfortable. I think they have a warranty as well but I’ve never had to use it +1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoss50 Report post Posted March 5, 2020 Crispi. I love mine. They are by far the most comfortable shoes I own. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcdinaz Report post Posted March 5, 2020 Go try a bunch on, the folks at REI are very patient. It is really about what fits best and what features you want. I currently wear La Sportiva, Asolo, and Lowa. I have a slightly narrow foot so most of the euro boots fit me better. The most expensive boots I have are Zamberlan got excited a few years back after all of the great reviews and I wanted to love them but they just don't fit me well. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllBoutHuntn Report post Posted March 5, 2020 9 hours ago, Hoss50 said: Crispi. I love mine. They are by far the most comfortable shoes I own. +1. Got some Nevada’s last year. By far the most comfortable boot Ive ever worn. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
n2horns Report post Posted March 5, 2020 Salomon as stated above, For a sturdy boot i like Lowa Tibet. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eastvalleyjerry Report post Posted March 5, 2020 https://www.danner.com/mountain-600-4-5-brown-red.html?currency=USD&gclid=CjwKCAiA44LzBRB-EiwA-jJipFIpcQJGOWDbcn8y5NuFtiHtowXlr-wSPx4KwLWfO2N83Q-3tPj-RBoCH-4QAvD_BwE 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eddielasvegas Report post Posted March 5, 2020 Good thread. I bought a pair of Keen boots a couple weeks ago. Not worn them for serious hiking yet, but a day in the desert last Saturday and they were great. I found mine on offerup.com for $60. Like brand new and the guy even delivered them to my work. Bit if a crap shoot buying this way since what's available is not predictable, but some decent money can be saved if time is not of the essence. Good luck, Eddie 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IAMMAC Report post Posted March 5, 2020 I just got some Crispi also for the Javelina hunt this year. They were very comfortable for the first time out, 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eom Report post Posted March 5, 2020 13 hours ago, rcdinaz said: Go try a bunch on, the folks at REI are very patient. It is really about what fits best and what features you want. I currently wear La Sportiva, Asolo, and Lowa. I have a slightly narrow foot so most of the euro boots fit me better. The most expensive boots I have are Zamberlan got excited a few years back after all of the great reviews and I wanted to love them but they just don't fit me well. I completely forgot about REI gonna have to make a trip up, I’ve been looking at the crispi as well. Thanks for the replies! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stanley Report post Posted March 5, 2020 For sure will get LOTS of varying opinions on a topic like this. I have Keens that I got at REI, and I love them. Originally purchased a pair of them 4 years ago, and did Havasupai in them a week later. No break-in period needed. SUPER comfortable and rugged. I like them so much, that I bought two more identical pairs to keep in my closet for use as the originals eventual wore-out. (When I find something I like, I stick with it! 😂) As mentioned by rcdinaz above, the REI folks pretty good at helping you find the right fit. Good luck! S. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoss50 Report post Posted March 6, 2020 Camofire had a bunch of crispi boots on sale today for 30% off... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bucks&bulls Report post Posted March 6, 2020 If you go to REI try on some Oboz. The wife and I have been using them for moderate to tough hikes and they have done very well. We went in having never heard of the brand and both walked out with new Oboz hiking boots. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trphyhntr Report post Posted March 6, 2020 red wings. got some this year for a gift and theyre the most comfortable footwear ive ever owned. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites