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What boots?
Stein:
I'm a big lightweight, flexible boot fan myself.
I currently use Crispi, can't remember the model but they apparently don't make them anymore or have something similar. They are not heavy, not truly light and the waterproofing has lasted 3 seasons so far. They aren't flexible compared to Altras, but much more flex compared with the normal hunting boot.
I tried the waterproof version of the Altra Lone Peak and the waterproofing lasted about two days on the right boot. The breathable version are awesome early season boots, super comfortable, flexible and light.
Like you, I'm still on the lookout for a great boot to use before it gets really cold and I need to move to a heavier insulated boot.
cjc23:
Crispi lapponia is a great boot for lightweight and lighter flex. Not quite tennis shoe but not quite boot. If you feel like that is too stiff and want almost more of an athletic shoe feel, I've ran the salomon X Ultra's in the past and they are a great boot as well. Don't quite hold up as good as a crispi but I still got a few seasons out of them.
EnglishSetter:
I really love my Thorogood Infiniti FD's. I have the 9" with 400g thinsulate. Unfortunately I think they're discontinued. I find some 8" and some 800g, but nothing on Thorogood's site. While Thorogood has numerous USA made boots, these were offshored. This well may be why.
Previously I enjoyed my Cabela's Iron Ridge though the soles disengaged after about 8 years.
Neither are expensive as boots go.
BeerBugler:
Crispi Lapponnia for me but boots are a very individual piece of gear. Definitely not the most durable boot but the best I’ve found in every other category.
EnglishSetter:
--- Quote from: EnglishSetter on November 25, 2025, 10:30:28 AM ---I really love my Thorogood Infiniti FD's. I have the 9" with 400g thinsulate. Unfortunately I think they're discontinued. I find some 8" and some 800g, but nothing on Thorogood's site. While Thorogood has numerous USA made boots, these were offshored. This well may be why.
Previously I enjoyed my Cabela's Iron Ridge though the soles disengaged after about 8 years (IME the Achilles heel of any bonded or partially bonded sole vs a full welt).
Neither are expensive as boots go.
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