Kenetrek boots

[jbeaumont21]

Got mine at Wholesale Sports in Spokane.  They were the most comfortable boots I ever put on.  Stayed that way the whole first season I wore them and did not break them in and did not get any blisters.  This year I went with Asolo, just cause they were lighter and I had a long uphill hike so also wanted the shorter boot.  Did pretty well until the rain started and the short boot went under the muddy swamp "meadows".  Doesn't matter how waterproof your boots are if you bury them under water.  The only reason I didn't also pack my Kennetreks up was that I was packing a whole lot on my back.  Next year I'm having horses/mules pack me in so I will bring both but will probably favor the Kennetreks for most of my hunting and the Asolo's for hiking.

I know exactly what you're talking about.  I love my Kenetreks for hunting but they are not ideal for riding my mountian bike.  I prefer a light weight shoe or boot for when I am making the long ride in and out of elk camp.  I hate having to haul in the extra weight but sure am thankful to have the kenetreks once I get to my hunting destination.

[Wanttohuntmore]

I'm on my 3rd pair of Meindle Canada Hunters since '91, and have loved them so far, but like Bone says, I've had some squeak issues.  I've been thinking of trying the Kenetrek Mountain extremes next, as they seem similar in feel, but all reviews are great on them.  Bone, what Meindle's did you try?

[jechicdr]

On the squeaks, I think on most boots it's from the fold in leather where the laces are.  Mine start squeaking, even the Kennetreks when they get a buildup of dirt in there.  When you take them off and clean out the dirt, the squeak usually goes away.  Suspect the same on most boots that start quiet but then get a little squeak.

[280ackley]

 

[257 Wby Mag]

I've got the Hardscrabbles, runnin em for 3 seasons I think. Perty good boot...

[lewy]

picked up a pair a couple years ago and really like em. dont give up on them after a few hikes cause they take some miles to break in. there not cumfy out of the box like pronghorns but at least they last a while. would highly recomend them!

[MtnMuley]

The first model Mountain Extreme squeeked bad after quite a bit of use. Kenetrek was well aware. The new models with the cordura patch took care of the problem.

[coonhound]

I'm on my 3rd season with the mountain extreme's, they are a great boot with unrivaled support.  My only beef is the soft rubber used in the sole, mine are ready for new soles, in fact I may have waited too long, I wore through the rubber in the toe area.  I called them and asked if they could put the Vibram sole on that they use on the Guide boots with no success.  The did however offer me a new pair at 1/2 price. 

Coon

[WAcoyotehunter]

how was break in on these boots?  I'm wearing Meindl Denalis now and like them, but the break in was a little more than the last pair.  I don't like having sore feet... How were the Mountain Extremes?

[whitey]

Just seen they are giving away free gaters when You purchase a new pair so I called and they said no problem they would honor the offer beings I just got them like less than 2 weeks ago. These babies are normally $60.00. Im pumped. These guys are awesome.Very happy with the boots and customer service is the best.

[jbeaumont21]

Damn!  I bought my new pair in June and didn't get the gators with them.  They still look shiny, I wonder if they would still give me the gators?  I'm guessing not.

[whitey]

jbeaumont21
I would say it wouldnt hurt to call them.
All they can say is "Sorry"
I was jazzed when they said they would honor the offer. Although I only just bought the boots about a 1 1/2 weeks before the offer.
Good luck and start your conversation with.. "Man these boots Rock" then hit them up with the offer.
Keep Us posted.

[Skyvalhunter]

They are the best boots I have owned. Have had 3 pairs and had one set resoled but most the time the leather gets weakened. It wouldn't hurt to try to get the gaitors.

[whitey]

They are the best boots I have owned. Have had 3 pairs and had one set resoled but most the time the leather gets weakened. It wouldn't hurt to try to get the gaitors.

Hunting behind Your Mt Goat like A$$ and suffering from ill fitting boots 2 season agos made me think "man"!
Then when I ask You and you told me the boots you had on sold Me.
Thanks for the advice. Cant wait to really give them a try.
Thats if I have a season. Heading out of country again for 30 days. Missed grouse opener over in Our normal spot because I was in Spain. This job is taking upa bunch of time but. Oh well!
Later on buddy.

[pianoman9701]

Those are good quality boots also.  Lowa and Meindl also make some nice boots.

I got some Lowa boots this year and forget they're on. With Bee Natural Rain & Snow waterproofing (made locally here in Vancouver), they were good for about a week in the swamps before I had to waterproof again. I love these boots.