Let's Talk Boots!

[northwesthunter84]

For the guys having Kenetrek boot issues other than heel slippage, what oil/wax are you using on them?  This will be year two with mine, tub tested them after waxing no leakeage and very little wear is visible.

[SkookumHntr]

 

[hogslayer]

Got a pair of Zamberlan 980 OUTFITTER GTX RR's a few months ago.  They appear to be the real deal and will provide the needed support hiking in any terrain in the high country, and, with a pack full of boned out meat on my back. I can't speak to their longevity although I'm pretty sure they'll remain functional for quite a while.  I've also owned a handfull of mid priced boots that haven't quite stood the test of time, mostly Danners and a couple of Cabelas (can't remember the types).  All have lasted a few years and then failed in one way or another.  I still have a pair of Danner Pronghorns that I like for early season hunts but they will leak after brushbusting through our lovely wetside vegetation or skipping across a creek.  Looking forward to see how the Zamberlans do.

I also picked up those boots (promotive), and really really like them.  When i went into REI to try on some different brands, people were saying that they have the most support for heavy loads out of the other brands. 

[quadrafire]

My other boot choice other than my Vasque boots are the LL Bean. Don't know if I'd wear them on a heavy pack out but they are super comfy, waterproof and "stealthy"
http://m.llbean.com/product.html?skCatId=31179#31179

[SemperFidelis97]

My Vasque St Elias boots have been bulletproof, and are very comfortable look them up online they have great reviews.

[huntnnw]

best made boot means nothing if it doesnt fit your foot

[Mxracer532]

I just picked up a pair of Lowa Cevedales and soo far they are awesome!

Did you get the bright blue ones? A buddy of mine has blue ones and it makes me laugh. Full camp and bright blue boots! 

NO, actually they are BRIGHT ASS LIME GREEN! LMAO

[Jonathan_S]

best made boot means nothing if it doesnt fit your foot

Truer words haven't been spoken...the flip side is I've had some comfy boots that were garbage 

I hate that Danner boots don't hold up for me 

[Timberstalker]

best made boot means nothing if it doesnt fit your foot

Truer words haven't been spoken...the flip side is I've had some comfy boots that were garbage 

I hate that Danner boots don't hold up for me 

I wore the Danner Canadian for a few years before I bought my current Kenetreks.  They were awesome.  Most Danners aren't.  These however are one of the few Danners that are still made in the USA. 

[pianoman9701]

I had a pair of Danners that I picked up at the outlet store in PDX. They were good for two seasons but then lost the support/stiffness. This is the problem I've had with all of the boots I've purchased unter $200. I believe this is my 4th season with the Lowas and they have as much support as they did the first time I put them on.

[CoryTDF]

Here's a lunchtime break with some leaky Danners... Don't buy them unless you can find a drying rack.

Cotton socks.......... Shame on you! LOL

[Timberstalker]

I had a pair of Danners that I picked up at the outlet store in PDX. They were good for two seasons but then lost the support/stiffness. This is the problem I've had with all of the boots I've purchased unter $200. I believe this is my 4th season with the Lowas and they have as much support as they did the first time I put them on.

Again, there is a huge difference between the China Danners and the USA Danners.  Both in Price and Quality.

[Jonathan_S]

I had a pair of Danners that I picked up at the outlet store in PDX. They were good for two seasons but then lost the support/stiffness. This is the problem I've had with all of the boots I've purchased unter $200. I believe this is my 4th season with the Lowas and they have as much support as they did the first time I put them on.

Again, there is a huge difference between the China Danners and the USA Danners.  Both in Price and Quality.

I've had two pairs of USA Danners and both left something to be desired.   

I'm not a hardcore PCT through hiker or anything but I want a boot that will last a few years without major leakage or structure failure 

[splitshot]

   i have 2 pair and several pair of gaiters.  one is a summer and one is winter.  and same with gaiters.  i actually wear gaiters a lot in early fall.  the winter gaiters are kennetreks.  mike w

[ctwiggs1]

I just purchased some Cabelas Meindls after having the same issues with lower grade boots.  Can't wait to start field testing them!

Curtis