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Thread: Hunting boots

  1. #31
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    Re: Hunting boots

    I call bull S on Danners not lasting a yr.Ive been buying danners since the early 90's and I'm only on my 3rd pair.I not only use them for hunting either,they double as mt winter street footware and in the spring and summer they are used exclusively while rideing the Harley.I found if the vibram souls wear I take them into the cobbler and he re and re's a new sole for around 60.00 and there good to go for few more yrs.Never had a stitching problem with them and their water proof
    best 300.00 purchase you can make in my mind

    takla

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  2. #32
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    Re: Hunting boots

    I would never (again) buy insulated boots for any MOUNTAIN uses, as it is more difficult to get the precise fit I need and they often retain excessive moisture in the lining-insulation.

    What I use is the best leather lined mountain boots I can find that fit me correctly and I regularly treat them with Obenaufs.

    For cold weather, I have Schnees paks with spare liners, but, would go with Hoffmans now.

    I do use the best gaiters I can find, currently MEC Kokanees, Kenetreks and OL shorties.

  3. #33
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    Re: Hunting boots

    Quote Originally Posted by takla1 View Post
    I call bull S on Danners not lasting a yr.Ive been buying danners since the early 90's and I'm only on my 3rd pair.I not only use them for hunting either,they double as mt winter street footware and in the spring and summer they are used exclusively while rideing the Harley.I found if the vibram souls wear I take them into the cobbler and he re and re's a new sole for around 60.00 and there good to go for few more yrs.Never had a stitching problem with them and their water proof
    best 300.00 purchase you can make in my mind

    takla

    takla
    Lol, wearing out a pair of danner's in one season is very doable. Put them in the same category as irish setters (had them fail at 3 weeks, danner's took a bit longer).

    Scarpa still fav if you want something that can handle mountains and that will last a year or more.
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  4. #34
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    Re: Hunting boots

    Scarpas are among the BEST boots I have ever worn and the pair now on my feet are going for their third soles after this season.

    Italians, KNOW how to make boots.

  5. #35
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    Re: Hunting boots

    I've worn Scarpa, La Sportiva, Asolo (for one week, that brand used to suck durability wise, better now), merrell, Salewa, Salomon and Lowa. My personal preference would be the La sportiva line of light, leather Mtn boots for a mixture of durability, versatility, and comfort. Scarpa fits the same bill for those with wider or higher volume feet. My most comfortable pair of true mtn boots would be my Salewa MTN Trainers - nice lightweight full function Mtn boot. Merells fit anyone comfortably right out of the box, and are fairly inexpensive; if your just looking for a light hiker keep those in mind.

    One thing that wasn't mentioned is; regardless of brand you choose, I would recommend you avoid "full shank" mountaineering boots. The sole is just too stiff for putting lots miles on. They're generally built as a specialized tool intended for spending lots of time in rigid crampons on steep or vertical ice. They provide advantages in off trail mtn terrain but at the penalty of painful days if you have to make mileage on a trail or lower angle terrain. The La sportiva Glacier and Glacier Evos are an example of a 3/4 shank and probably the most used mtn. firefighting boot - they're a good versatile choice.

    If you're just going into the mtns for a weekend or two you can certainly get away with a trail runner type deal no problem, but if you have a solid season planned, get a quality pair of Italian mountain boots. In addition to the rock solid guarantee, you'll find people that invaiably know and care about what theyre doing at MEC - If I had to bet on someone finding me the right fit in a boot off the bat, thats the only place I would do it. Not that other retailers don't have qualified staff, its just really hit or miss in my experience. Its never a bad idea to ask how long they've been fitting boots for. Good luck!

  6. #36
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    Re: Hunting boots

    Quote Originally Posted by BgBlkDg View Post
    Right now, the Italian boots being inported seem to be the best of the bunch as the German-Austrian boots have really declined in quality and the once excellent Swiss Raichles are long gone.
    I'm under the impression that Raichle licensed their most popular boot design to MEC actually and are now made in Romania. My sister bought a pair for 100 bucks or something at MEC - she doesn't wear them any more, not sure why. All good advice here. You certainly seem to know your boots! lol

  7. #37
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    Re: Hunting boots

    This has been a great thread on boots and I have read a ton of them. Is there a good store that KNOWS how to fit boots properly in Kamloops or Prince George ??

    Thanks for all your input !

    Dog_River

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    Re: Hunting boots

    I wore my desert boots until they fell apart been meaning to pick up another pair best boots ever. I currently wear my wet weather boots kindly provided by the Canadian taxpayer. No need in my opinion for fancy high tech foot wear the boots our soldiers use to kick ass are more than sufficient.
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