Hunting Boots

[BigBullDreamer11]

I am looking for a new pair of hunting boots and i am wonder if anyone has good reviews on any good boots.. I was looking at the Cabela's Instinct™ Backcountry 8" Hunting Boots so if anyone has these please tell me what you think of them.. Or if you have a different pair let me know. I could like to get a pair with good ankle support and good comfortable boots. Thanks

[huntnnw]

you are the only one that will know what your feet like.. I tried on those boots you mentioned and they hurt my arch immediately 

[swift]

I've spent $$$$$$ on many pair of boots in the last two years and hands down Lowa is my boot of choice ! It's all about what fits your foot shape .

[BigBullDreamer11]

So the best bet is to go try boots on til you find a comfortable pair.

[nw_bowhunter]

Just go to the store and try on boots till you find one your foot likes. That's my advice.  I run hiking boots such as Asolo.  I bought many boots from Danner, Vasque, Asolo, etc.  Good quality boots will have the features you want. I look for a lightest boot, breathable, water proof.  I went to hiking boots simply because many are lighter than hunting boots.  Lastly socks are part of having a great boot fit so highly recommend wearing socks you will hike/hunt in when boot shopping.  Plus try on in the afternoon after being on your feet all day.  Get the truest fit

[BIGDOG253]

I picked up a pair of Vasque boots at REI the other day. They are light, breathable, waterproof, and have good support. Cost about $149. Went on a couple short hikes and havent had any issues.

[hunter_sean08]

I've got the Danner High Grounds. Awesome boots, good support. Have wandered the deep creek bottoms of the Willapa Hills and climbed the steep mountains of the Chiwawa with them and had no problems so far. Waterproof boots are a must. For me, I don't need any insulation because I don't sit idle for hours on end, and Washington typically isn't getting too cold unless you're hunting the late seasons on the Eastside, so you can definitely save some money in that department. Fairly lightweight and breathable, they're legit.

Another boot I liked was the Meindl Perfekt boot from Cabela's. It was a great boot for about 5 seasons until the back of my feet wore them out on the steep stuff. They're quite a bit more expensive though and a little heavier than the High Grounds. I now use them as a backup should anything happen to my Danners.

As said by everyone else though, try on as many boots as you can.

[Eli346]

A friend of mine wears the Meindl Perfect boot by Cabelas and uses it year round. He works outside so he pretty much lives in them and wears another pair for hunting season. They've been good for him and he swears by them. I don't need much insulation so I bought the Danner Pronghorn for the light feel and the tread. They stayed waterproof for 2 years with a lot of wear through the seasons and after a treatment they have held up a couple more years since.

[Labredog]

Zamberlan makes some awesome boots that are built to last. They are pricey, but worth it.I always buy my boots at REI, if not satisfied up to a year later you can return them easy peasy. i returned a pair of La sportiva boots after 10 months, elk blood, dirt, sweat, REI just took them back no problem. I upgraded to Zamberlan GTX R and my feet have never been happier.

[MADMAX]

Well, I got bashed before on here for my opinion on Meindels, I have 2 pair of Danners, one are Raptors and the other are 10 inch elk hunters.
I did use my Meindels a couple weeks ago scouting elk as I kept them in my camper as a spare pair, the sole came completely off while hiking and the rubber was deteriorated so I had to walk out a couple of miles on the steel shank and leather only
good luck with Meindels, I have never had a boot come apart like that
Next boots will be Kenntreks

[Netminder01]

tag.

I'm buying a pair today or this week so perfect timing on this thread. On my hike out this weekend, I was cussing the entire way for not breaking in a new pair before now.

[SilkOnTheDrySide]

Shameless Plug: still have a screaming deal on some basically brand new (20 miles) Scarpa Triolets!

Just not the right boot for my frustratingly abnormal feet...


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[swashington2128]

Look into the Danner Elk Hunter boots. They take a while to get as you have to order them directly from Danner and then it is still about 7 weeks later before they arrive but they are worth the wait. My issue with boots has always been toe compression going down hill. Just plain hurts. These boots lace all the way down to the top knuckle of the toe and hold you there solidly. Very stiff shank on them for support, waterproof and very light.

Boots are a very personal thing, good luck in finding what you are looking for.

[BIGINNER]

I love my Rocky snake boots.  Very light. Waterproof. And they go up hight to protecy from snake bites.

[Jonathan_S]

Try on boots in every brand.  I'd personally pass on the Cabela's boots because I have had two pairs that fell apart rather quickly.  Get something with GTX.

Danners I've had were leaky and fell apart quick and they weren't cheap. 

Try on some Lowa boots.  The Renegade GTX fit me perfect.  If it fits you, I'd say it's a great boot.