Backcountry boots?

[Karl Blanchard]

Anyone have any experience with these Scarpas?

I'd pass

[Timberstalker]

Because ?

[jjhunter]

My scarpas destroy my feet.  I wish they didn’t because they are light. 

My hunting partner called them my “ski boots”

[Karl Blanchard]

Because ?

ran narrow and was damn stiff and that's saying a lot because I like a stiff boot.  I'd go scarpa kenisis pro gtx over big orange every day of the week.

[addicted]

I can't figure out why more companies don't go with a Vibram sole, other than cost I guess.  I have a pair of boots with Vibram soles that probably 1/2 the miles are on pavement training and total have well over 300 miles on them and they still have plenty of tread.

Vibram soles on my crispis had chunks falling off at 250 miles. Though I do think more high end companies than not use vibram. I think crispi was bragging about their special blend vibram

[spin05]

Check out the new Hoffman Explorers. You wont be disappointed . https://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images?p=hoffman+explorers+boots&fr=yfp-t&imgurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhoffmanboots.com%2Fimages%2Fthumbs%2F0000433_hoffman-insulated-explorer.jpeg#id=4&iurl=https%3A%2F%2Fhoffmanboots.com%2Fimages%2Fthumbs%2F0000433_hoffman-insulated-explorer.jpeg&action=click

Too bad they aren't waterproof. The original pair I bought in November wasn't and this pair leaks too. It's a solid stable boot though.

Send em back. They will take care of ya.  Never had my leak yet and it rained the entire elk season in st helens

[Skyvalhunter]

The first pair I had were too narrow I sent them back after a short time and got a wider pair. I suggest you do the same.

[Timberstalker]

The first pair I had were too narrow I sent them back after a short time and got a wider pair. I suggest you do the same.

This is the Hoffman you are referencing?

[92xj]

Because ?

What type of boot are you looking for?

I started with salomons years ago, loved them, but they leaked and were a middle of the road boot.
I then went through some Crispi Summits, alright boot but my foot never really loved.
Crispis Nevadas were next. Non insulated, I really like the boot, currently still have and wear them often.  But my feet run hot so this winter I went on the search for a stiff boot but a little lighter weight and good breathability.
I started with the Scarpa Zodiac Tech.  Liked the boot, but I could not get a good heel seat.  No matter how I laced my heel would move after a couple of flights of stairs.  Sent them back and tried the Charmoz, same thing.
Next up was the Salewa Raven 2 GTX.  The boot is super stiff, somewhat breathable, fit amazing and my heel stayed put.  The problem for me, these were a little too "hardcore" for me.  The lacing system is amazing...for Everest climbers.  They have cam style locking eyelets and 3 different locking zones in the laces.  I loved the customization, but too much effort and too much boot for me.  Next was the Salewa Crow GTX. This boot is the greatest boot I have tried so far.  The fit and feel is fantastic.  Stiff sole, breathable, flexible upper with a great ankle support.  My heel locks in and never moves.  There is a cable that wraps around the heel that really keeps everything put.  The footbed is amazing. It comes out and has two different sections that you can configure to your likings, hard to explain but its amazing.  I like a wider toe box and these fit the bill.  I have 2 months in them, 30+miles never needed the infamous break-in, take some getting used to if you never have had a super stiff sole.

https://www.backcountry.com/salewa-crow-gtx-boot-mens?skid=SFW002P-BLA-S7&ti=UExQIEJyYW5kOlNhbGV3YSBNZW4ncyBIaWtpbmcgJiBCYWNrcGFja2luZyBCb290cyAmIFNob2VzOjE6NzoxMDAwMDEwMDVfYmMtbW5zaGtuZ2Jja3Bja25nYnRzc2hz

[Timberstalker]

I have the Kennetrek Mtn. Extremes now.  This is my second pair.  They are a 2-3 year boot for me.  They have been good, but I wouldn't say great.  The soles break down quickly, and they have moderate ankle support -  I like them when they are new, but once they start to break down, they get too sloppy.

I like the look of the Asolo Hunter Extreme, but they look like they are discontinued.
The scarpas I posted earlier look good - but maybe too stiff according to many people.
The Hoffman explorer looks ok - but the limited reviews show them as non-waterproof.

I have some time to research. That's my start.

[Timberstalker]

And I like a taller boot - 8" or 10".
Those Salewa's look good, but I'm worried they aren't tall enough.

[Magnum_Willys]

Because ?

What type of boot are you looking for?

I started with salomons years ago, loved them, but they leaked and were a middle of the road boot.
I then went through some Crispi Summits, alright boot but my foot never really loved.
Crispis Nevadas were next. Non insulated, I really like the boot, currently still have and wear them often.  But my feet run hot so this winter I went on the search for a stiff boot but a little lighter weight and good breathability.
I started with the Scarpa Zodiac Tech.  Liked the boot, but I could not get a good heel seat.  No matter how I laced my heel would move after a couple of flights of stairs.  Sent them back and tried the Charmoz, same thing.
Next up was the Salewa Raven 2 GTX.  The boot is super stiff, somewhat breathable, fit amazing and my heel stayed put.  The problem for me, these were a little too "hardcore" for me.  The lacing system is amazing...for Everest climbers.  They have cam style locking eyelets and 3 different locking zones in the laces.  I loved the customization, but too much effort and too much boot for me.  Next was the Salewa Crow GTX. This boot is the greatest boot I have tried so far.  The fit and feel is fantastic.  Stiff sole, breathable, flexible upper with a great ankle support.  My heel locks in and never moves.  There is a cable that wraps around the heel that really keeps everything put.  The footbed is amazing. It comes out and has two different sections that you can configure to your likings, hard to explain but its amazing.  I like a wider toe box and these fit the bill.  I have 2 months in them, 30+miles never needed the infamous break-in, take some getting used to if you never have had a super stiff sole.

https://www.backcountry.com/salewa-crow-gtx-boot-mens?skid=SFW002P-BLA-S7&ti=UExQIEJyYW5kOlNhbGV3YSBNZW4ncyBIaWtpbmcgJiBCYWNrcGFja2luZyBCb290cyAmIFNob2VzOjE6NzoxMDAwMDEwMDVfYmMtbW5zaGtuZ2Jja3Bja25nYnRzc2hz

Too Mellenial looking for me.   Hehe.

[jackelope]

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[Crunchy]

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[fishngamereaper]

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OK I am a little behind the times.  What does this do "@sigmanu262"?

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