rubber muck boots love-hate

[trophyhunt]

Just curious to what you guys think about muck boots. I love and hate mine, they are the most comfortable boots around if your not hiking big country. The biggest problem i have is my feet sweat so much in them that i end up with wet feet anyway . Do you guys that wear these type of boots have any secrets on how to keep your feet dry??? Thanks

[ICEMAN]

Impossible. Like with waders, plan on wet IMHO... I just make sure I have no cotton socks on, stick with poly...

[TEX-X]

I have the muck boots (chore)  I love them.... and yes my feet do sweat... i think the only way to solve that is to wear them in a colder climate    they are pretty heavy as well....  i don't think you can get away from it unless your hiking in the arctic circle

[rasbo]

wickdry socks,the pair of rubber boots I wear for trapping have a holifoil liner and they work great

[trophyhunt]

You guys are quick, thanks for the info. I figured i wasn't the only one with sweaty feet, sounds like socks will help but prob will always have wet feet. Even when i sit in my stand in late december my feet sweat in these boots. Thanks again.

[wildmanoutdoors]

The issue with Muks over "rubber boots" is the neoprene. Wicking socks or not, Muks make your feet sweat bad. Comfy and warm, but no comparison to rubber.

I got away from the wetish feeling of waders by getting breathables.

Muks are awesome, but your feet do come out damp. Wicking socks are your best bet, but only to a point. I think part of the problem could be minimalised if the Muk's were looser around the calf. Mine kinda seal on my leg. A looser top could help air transfer.

Anybody with pencil calfs not have a problem with Muks?

[rasbo]

try to find liners,not felt..I wore rubber boots for yrs while slab sawing and wallsawing..A good liner helps a ton plus its a good cushion..I got mine at GI joes so much for that now...

[shoot-em-dead]

I sweat a little but I bring at least two changes of socks and that seems to help. You have to remember also that I only have one foot so it only bugs me half as much.

[trophyhunt]

Lots of good info, so what is the best sock to put on my foot with my muck's? Thanks again.

[rasbo]

wickdrys

[washelkhntr]

Goldbond foot powder. It works!

[Magnum_Willys]

I rub anti-perspirant stick all over my bare foot, use a poly sock liner, then wool-blend sock.  Makes a big difference.  Used to have to change socks after four hours now I can go all day.  Haven't used muck boots though but Schnee's.

[taylorpz]

I really like the wool-blend socks (winter weight) from Cabelas; seem to help feet stay dry and warm by moving the moisture away.  I wear them in my Lacrosse boots (just like Mucks) and they are comfy.  Never tried doing a long hike like that, but have worn them a couple hours doing yard chores or playing with the kids in the snow.

I also got similar socks made by LaCrosse that I picked up at the Danner store.  I'm a big fan of the wool.  I wear them at work now too (10 hour days in boots, but more regular type, Danners).  Even in the summer, I think thick wool socks are the best and keep my feet comfy.  Dry = comfy, whether warm or cool. Think I paid about $12 for either brand.

[madmack76]

i love my muck boots this time of year comfortable and they keep my feet dry love em.

[lokidog]

Wicking socks are nice but throw some antiperspirant in there as well.  Where I archery elk hunt I wear mine all day.  It is also good to have an extra pair of boots to alternate.