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Orthotics for hunting boots
« on: July 20, 2011, 11:42:40 AM »
Anyone on here have to wear orthotics? I have the Cabelas's Perfekt hunters and mine don't seem to work well with my boots. Tight in the toe box and its rubbing on my toes. Any suggestions on a style of boot to try? I must wear them or I won't be able to walk for days..

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #1 on: July 20, 2011, 11:46:51 AM »
Yes, I wear the solid orthotics, and to be honest unless I buy a softer soled boot like a Danner, they squeak in my boots badly.  I've owned the Perfekts from Cabela's as well and took them back, but to be honest it was probably the fault of the orthotic.  I have a pair of the Meindl Ibex's now, and they are not too bad now that they are further broke in.  But Rocky's or Danners with their more flexible sole, which I know is not as supportive, seems to be the best for my orthotics.
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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #2 on: July 20, 2011, 01:34:45 PM »
Thanks Goldtip, thats what I was thinking

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #3 on: August 09, 2011, 04:37:49 PM »
What type of orthotics are you wearing? Customs?

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #4 on: August 12, 2011, 09:52:54 PM »
i wear the orthotics that i got with my danner rainforests it is one of the best orthotics that i have had in a boot

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #5 on: August 16, 2011, 08:11:42 AM »
Lathrop and Sons:

http://lathropandsons.com/catalog/index.php

I have a pair of their High Country Synergy Bed and they work well in my boots. So far I really like them.

A pair of their boots are in my future too as from what I have read they have a crazy amount of R&D and are basically cut to your foot. But the price is high and I have yet to wear out my other pair.

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #6 on: August 16, 2011, 08:04:28 PM »
I had a pair of inserts that i paid a lot of money for they didn't fit my hunting boots very well so i went with out them for hunting,after a week of off trail steep hill climbing up dowm rough terrain i didn't need any more,i assume streching and bending my ankle and foot muscles fixed my feet,this has happened 2 seasons.

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #7 on: August 16, 2011, 08:13:29 PM »
Lathrop and Sons:

http://lathropandsons.com/catalog/index.php

I have a pair of their High Country Synergy Bed and they work well in my boots. So far I really like them.

A pair of their boots are in my future too as from what I have read they have a crazy amount of R&D and are basically cut to your foot. But the price is high and I have yet to wear out my other pair.

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #8 on: August 22, 2011, 04:44:25 AM »
i wear superfeet in all my boots.  Usually green's but i do have a set of orange ones.  my wife's knees and hips were hurting her so i bought her a pair and they helped a lot. 

http://www.superfeet.com/

I have seen the lathrop and son's ones but they are flat, i need support. I understand they are supposed to be super shock absorbers so i have toyed with the idea of connecting them to a pair of superfeet.
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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #9 on: August 25, 2011, 05:56:33 PM »
I've tried the superfeet and they definitely are good for support. I need more cushion than they offer though, so I have gone with another brand. I found out that Superfeet are for support, not cushioning, and my feet were getting sore in the heel and ball-of-the-foot area from the constant pounding on a concrete floor at work

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #10 on: August 25, 2011, 06:16:53 PM »
If you have serious trouble with your feet consider Russell Moccasins. They will build them to fit you. I had them build my last (4th) pair around my orthotics and it is a great fit and they are very comfortable. Rhey are more expensive but if taken care of they will last. I just retired a pair I bought in 1992 after being resoled 4 times. If you average it out its cheaper in the long run,

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #11 on: August 28, 2011, 04:10:05 PM »
My wife required custom orthotics prescribed by a poditrist. Those things are expensive!!!! I could have bought 3 pairs of Danners most expensive boots for what those things cost.
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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #12 on: August 29, 2011, 09:51:21 PM »
I also use the green Superfeet inserts, been using them for years and love em...The last couple of years I've started using Sof Sole 3/4 graphite orthotic supports and like them as much or more than the Superfeet.  I  think these hold up better.  My doc recommend these inserts.  Either one is good for me.  I will not use the original insoles I get with boots anymore, I buy new boots I buy orthotic insoles at the same time.

What I don't understand is you spend a couple of hundred bucks on a decent pair of boots and the boot laces are crap.  What's THAT about?  I also change out the boot laces every time I buy boots too....

I see a couple of posts about cushioning...I am diabetic, I have to be really careful of my feet.  For cushioning I use high quality thick wool or poly/wool blend boot socks with a good liner sock.  Gives me plenty of cushioning and I get great support from the inserts.  My falling arches appreciate it.

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #13 on: August 30, 2011, 04:29:25 PM »
I also use the green Superfeet inserts, been using them for years and love em...The last couple of years I've started using Sof Sole 3/4 graphite orthotic supports and like them as much or more than the Superfeet.  I  think these hold up better.  My doc recommend these inserts.  Either one is good for me.  I will not use the original insoles I get with boots anymore, I buy new boots I buy orthotic insoles at the same time.

What I don't understand is you spend a couple of hundred bucks on a decent pair of boots and the boot laces are crap.  What's THAT about?  I also change out the boot laces every time I buy boots too....

I see a couple of posts about cushioning...I am diabetic, I have to be really careful of my feet.  For cushioning I use high quality thick wool or poly/wool blend boot socks with a good liner sock.  Gives me plenty of cushioning and I get great support from the inserts.  My falling arches appreciate it.

Skook.

I am extremely naive and uneducated when it comes to diabetic conditions so pardon me if this is a no-brainer question, but how come it is so important for your feet to have adequate cushioning etc? Just curious..

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #14 on: August 30, 2011, 08:44:32 PM »
I had the same problem until I purchased the Lathrop & Sons, Hanwag Alaska GTX's and I throw in Superfeet,  after I take the original footbeds out...works great! plenty of room, and great arch support! Great boots too, if your in the market!!

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #15 on: August 30, 2011, 09:10:39 PM »
I had the same problem until I purchased the Lathrop & Sons, Hanwag Alaska GTX's and I throw in Superfeet,  after I take the original footbeds out...works great! plenty of room, and great arch support! Great boots too, if your in the market!!

I want a pair of those but i don't hit the mountains hard enough to need them right now. Hopefully i get on a chamois hunt this next fall. Then i'll be rocking the alps.  :tup:
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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #17 on: August 31, 2011, 12:04:08 AM »
The Lathrop & Sons insole doesn't look like it would have any arch support (in the video).  You guys that use them, what's your experience, do they provide any arch support??

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Re: Orthotics for hunting boots
« Reply #18 on: August 31, 2011, 12:10:42 PM »
The Lathrop & Sons insole doesn't look like it would have any arch support (in the video).  You guys that use them, what's your experience, do they provide any arch support??

Skook

  I do not have real high arches, but the wings do seem to give great support for me.  These guys are foot doctors so they have a good understanding of what makes a good insole.  Best of all their customer service has been second to none for me.  I would call and ask for Dusty.  He can give you details on how they would work for you and answer any questions you may have.

Just don't expect to get an expedited pair of boots.  Usually takes a bit of time to get the boots in.  Insoles should be better.
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