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I drew a 3rd season Colorado deer tag. I am in need of a new pair of hunting boots. What is everyone recommending? Not looking for insulated, just plain old hunting boots. | ||
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Meindl Perfekt (by Cabela’s). They are great boots. I have used them a lot. I also have Zamberlan. They are ver good boots as well. However, I’d give the meindl a small edge for comfort. | |||
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Un Insulated Kennetrek Hardscrabble for a really nice mid hight boot ________________________________________________ Maker of The Frankenstud Sling Keeper Proudly made in the USA Acepting all forms of payment | |||
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Ones that fit.  Roger ___________________________ I'm a trophy hunter - until something better comes along. *we band of 45-70ers* | |||
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+1 and wear the a LOT before you go hunting. Regards, Chuck "There's a saying in prize fighting, everyone's got a plan until they get hit" Michael Douglas "The Ghost And The Darkness" | |||
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Another vote for Meindl boots | |||
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Chuck, if you're a size 10, I have plenty of higher-quality, low-use hunting boots. | |||
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Good fit is the most important, but after that you'll want to assure that they are waterproof. Even if you have no rain or snow to contend with there may be a heavy morning dew which will soak right through some boots; you may also have creeks to wade. | |||
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^ A couple of years ago, I bought a pair of cheap Field & Stream leather boots. They have a very light Thinsulate insulation. (For CO 3rd season you might want a little bit of insulation. JMO). I use them for early season big game hunting in Colorado, as well as for pheasant hunting. They are comfortable and lightweight and have a good sole (I avoid heavy duty treads. I am not a 4-WD jeep with unlimited power, and heavy duty treads pick up mud.) I think I paid about $75.00 bucks for them. I got them at Dick's Sporting Goods, but Sears might carry them as well. JMO BH63 Hunting buff is better than sex! | |||
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Agreed, I use sno-seal and have had very good luck. If you like blisters and wet feet, try the Danner's! | |||
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I use Meindl and Danner Pronghorn. | |||
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Third season Colorado can be 75 hot and dry or snowing. Kind of depends on the year of course, but where you are hunting. I never go without waterproof or resistant, most of the time with light Thinsulate boots. Choices of socks add warmth for colder weather. Fit is everything of course. Buy now, big enough for a really great insole insertion, and wear a lot. My favorite pair, going back with me next year, is a Guide Gear lace to the toe boot from Sportsman's guide. Paid $75 for them. I also have a pair of Military Surplus Gore-Tex non-insulated boots that I paid $20 for, at the local Surplus store, that fit great with a premium insole that I like really well for backup. "The liberty enjoyed by the people of these states of worshiping Almighty God agreeably to their conscience, is not only among the choicest of their blessings, but also of their rights." ~George Washington - 1789 | |||
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Danner NRA Life Benefactor Member, DRSS, DWWC, Whittington Center,Android Reloading Ballistics App at http://www.xplat.net/ | |||
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I have right foot/ankle that is partially paralyzed and I can roll it fairly easy. I hunt way back in and can't take chance of bad sprain or worse. I started checking and found that Kennetrek boots won't let that happen the higher ones are better. I have been using for several years and have not had any bad problems rolling. I kind of stepped back when I saw the price but I now have two pair. They will take back and recondition for $175.00. You take of them and they will last a long time. Your feet are too important to slight on bad boots. You get what you pay for. Zim 2006 Zim 2007 Namibia 2013 Brown Bear Togiak Nat'l Refuge Sep 2010 Argentina 2019 RSA 2023 Tanzania 2024 SCI Life Member USMC | |||
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I too have Kenetreks but I must admit a lot of times I just wear my Red Wing Elk Hunters. Great boot, comfortable and good traction. About half price of the Kenetreks. | |||
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I would agree with those who have suggested Kenetrek boots. I've had a pair of Mountain Extremes for 7 or 8 years now and they are still going strong. Mine fit well and provide good support. Start young, hunt hard, and enjoy God's bounty. | |||
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Everyone has different feet. I suggest you go to as many shops as possible and try as many as you can find. I have used the Meindl Perfekt Hikers for hunts in Germany. I have a pair of Kuiu Scarpas that are awesome. I used them hiking in the Alps, but not sure that I need that much boot for most hunts. I used to always wear Danner Canadians on western Elk hunts. I don't own them anymore, but I still think they are good boots. Though for most of the pplaces I have hunted mountain boots are better. I have a pair of Low Desert military mountain boots I wear here in New Mexico a lot. But they are for dry weather. | |||
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Bingo! Find a brand that fits YOUR feet then match it with the features you want. For me hunting in the mountains I've worn Lowa Banff's for many years. They have no insulation and no Goretex (which I think is overrated) so they're for early season but treating them with Obenauffs takes care of any wet weather concerns. But most of all I let my feet make the choice not what someone else thinks is best. Roger ___________________________ I'm a trophy hunter - until something better comes along. *we band of 45-70ers* | |||
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HELP..... I'm wearing a size 10 4E very hard to find a good hunting boot. | |||
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What about Limmers? https://www.limmercustomboot.com/ | |||
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Chuck: The perfect boot for you can be found 55 miles from your house in Plover, WI in Berlin, WI: the Russell Moccasin Co. They make a Kangaroo Skin uninsulated boot that they will custom make to your specifications. My PH in Namibia swears by Russell’s. Jesus saves, but Moses invests | |||
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Kenetrek. I've had and tried all of the others. | |||
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I came into adulthood as a 12 R. By 30 I was wearing a 13 R. At 40 I was wearing a 14 W At 45 I am wearing a 13 W. Brands I liked at 30, I can't wear at 45. Went to Cabelas and tried on 13 pairs of snake boots. Hated all of them. You really never know until you try them. | |||
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Asolo hunter GV for me. I wear them daily and hike in the mountains regularly. I have had about 6 pair in the last 20 years. Fit my feet well, great support and reasonably priced through Sierra Outfitters. | |||
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I have gone to the Lowa's and never had better boots and that's including the Russells. I still have my Russells and Russell PH boots too, but I wish I had gotten the Lowas there too and just gotten pairs in uninsulated and the Lowas mountain insulated boots as well. | |||
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I am amazed that no one asked where you are going to hunt. Maybe 3rd season is limited area, but conditions and needs can vary greatly over the different geography available in Colorado. Don't limit your challenges . . . Challenge your limits | |||
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I drew a Unit 54 deer tag. We last hunted there in 2005. I killed a big 5x5 scored 201 7/8 gross. | |||
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What works for one person may not work for you, but you should always get the best for your feet and that includes socks. I cannot go to any store and walk around a few minutes and declare I have found my boots. I prefer to order online from companies that have a generous return policy. Most companies (and Amazon) allow you to return if they were not used outside. A short walk on my treadmill using the inclines and varied speeds has never failed me when it comes to picking a boot or other shoe. I wear Danners if mountains are on the agenda. I have a pair of Crispy’s that I like but their customer service is so bad I would never repeat or recommend them. Safe travels. | |||
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How does a New Mexico boy know of Limmers???  Growing up they were of cult status here in New England... had a pair made for my fat feet more than 30 years ago.. With good Gaiters they are a great boot even in deep snow.. But a bit heavy compared to boots made with modern materials
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I am not from New Mexico, only been here since April 1. Limmers were always advertised in Backpacker magazine when I used to get it 20 years ago. | |||
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It still matters where you are to be hunting in Colorado, of course. I don’t hunt there, but in the loose hills of Argentina. I am looking to the hiker/backpacker boot next. I also will need to remember my knee brace, as you should get an ankle brace. Neoprene or something thin. I know this because a twisted knee shortly after being dropped off in pale light, but still connected. That being said, I still have no answer; I’m still searching myself. I meant to be DSC Member...bad typing skills. Marcus Cady DRSS | |||
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Over the last 50 some years of wearing boots I am still looking also. I worn many boots out once every two to 3 years when I was working. When I was drilling wells never did find any that stood up to being wet every day. I like to find the perfect boot also. | |||
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I got stuck in the quest of finding the "perfect" boot, for about 5-8 years. Kenetreks, Zamberlans, Meindls, Howas, and Lowas....are a few of what I've tried. Once I've found Crispis, that was it, for me. Super quick to break in and long lasting.....2 things I thought didn't belong together. One thing to watch for is their "flex" rating. The higher the number, the stiffer the sole's flex. A rating of 3 works pretty good for an all around boot.....the 4 is for the nasty stuff. My dedicated chukar boots are 4's. The Idaho or Wyoming models, with the "exo-skeleton" webbing, are perhaps the quickest break-in boot I have ever seen. After a few miles, they start to form to your feet. After 20 miles, they look like a cast of my lower leg and foot. With no heel rub, no blisters. The hunter gtx model will handle the most extreme conditions, add the Idaho gtx, and you have all bases covered. I only wish I found them sooner......my bank account would of thanked me! Andy#3 https://www.crispius.com/footw...oduct_list_limit=all | |||
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Ive never used those boots that cost as much as my rifle..I wear best quality cowboy boots daily, I ranch in them, I rope in them, I hunt in them, I usually resole them at some point with a full thick composite sole after I wear the first sole out. I have no complaints after 84 years, but guess they aren't for everyone..I have healthy feet, and my lung specilist doctor who says I have to walk a mile a day or 5 says cowboy boots are as good as any, but take off the spurs when walking, all this conversation was to my wifes dismay!! The exception is Africa (Tanzania) where I were quality Tennis shoes that I can wade in and they dry fast..Usually New Balance.. Ray Atkinson Atkinson Hunting Adventures 10 Ward Lane, Filer, Idaho, 83328 208-731-4120 rayatkinsonhunting@gmail.com | |||
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I've worn Danner boots for a couple decades. Still have several pair but recently purchased a pair of Crispi and so far have been very happy with them. Kennetrek have a large following for sure. | |||
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Go to REI - there are two in Wisconsin and try the lowa renegade https://www.rei.com/product/78...id-hiking-boots-mens Best boot I have used. One lasted me 10 years. Africa, Alaska, Romania, Texas, South Carolina swamps and a lot of snow sludge walking in nyc and ct. Mike | |||
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Mike, what did you do with the other boot? :-) | |||
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