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Equipment & Gear => All Other Gear => Topic started by: rosscrazyelk on March 25, 2014, 03:13:52 PM

Title: Zamberland Boots
Post by: rosscrazyelk on March 25, 2014, 03:13:52 PM: Think I spelt that right.. Anyone have a pair? I hate buying things blind and would love to find a place local that sells them.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: jackelope on March 25, 2014, 03:14:50 PM: REI has some Zamberlain boots. I think I spelled that right. Or Ross did...one or the other.
:dunno:
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: whacker1 on March 25, 2014, 03:22:27 PM: http://www.zamberlanusa.com/ (http://www.zamberlanusa.com/)
and dealers, as suggest REI - but not sure what models they carry
http://www.zamberlanusa.com/catalog/uk/eng_dealers_usa.php?countryid=47 (http://www.zamberlanusa.com/catalog/uk/eng_dealers_usa.php?countryid=47)

I have also been interested in some of the others, ultimately i bought Kennetrek's last fall and love them.

Others that I was interested in:
Crispi
http://www.crispiusa.com/ (http://www.crispiusa.com/)

Hanwag
http://www.hanwag.com/ (http://www.hanwag.com/)

let us know how you like them
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: Holg3107 on March 25, 2014, 03:25:21 PM: I am currently on year 4 of my Zomberlan Civetta's. Break in time was not ideal and took about 50 miles of good hiking before they were really comfortable. I have well over 500 miles on them now and they are still going strong. I have to waterproof them a few time a year but other than that you won't hear me say anything bad about them. I used them to train for Mount Rainier a few years back and wear them on every hike/hunt that I do weather it be in the Olympics for early archery or the snow for late buck. I'm pretty hard on my gear and these have held up as well as any boot I have ever owned. I still have a few seasons left in these and will most likely stay with zamberlan or asolo. They eat boot laces so have some extras on hand. If you take care of the leather they will take good care of you.

REI sells them locally.

http://www.rei.com/product/789863/zamberlan-civetta-gtx-hiking-boots-mens (http://www.rei.com/product/789863/zamberlan-civetta-gtx-hiking-boots-mens)

I would also look into these.
http://www.rei.com/product/693828/asolo-tps-520-gv-hiking-boots-mens (http://www.rei.com/product/693828/asolo-tps-520-gv-hiking-boots-mens)
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: rosscrazyelk on March 25, 2014, 04:41:02 PM: Cool I will check out REI. They probably dont have the boot I am wanting but at least it will give me an Idea.
And Josh you were right No D at the end.
Does anyone know if this is a anti hunting company? Dont want to give them my money if they are.
Only reason I am looking at these is because I can get them half off.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: JLS on March 25, 2014, 04:42:54 PM: The ads I've seen for them show a guy rifle hunting, so I would take that to mean they are not anti-hunting.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: Holg3107 on March 25, 2014, 04:48:55 PM: http://www.zamberlanusa.com/catalog/index.php?lang=en&pg=caccia&idcat=9 (http://www.zamberlanusa.com/catalog/index.php?lang=en&pg=caccia&idcat=9)

These guys are not anit-hunting. In fact far from it. Here is a quote direct from their website that is linked above.

"Zamberlan has developed a line of boots for the purpose of hunting in extreme and varied environments. These boots have been carefully crafted for superior protection, support and comfort in mountainous terrain, fields and forests, and other on and off-trail uses."

If you can get them for half off I say go for it!
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: 7mag. on March 25, 2014, 11:30:20 PM: Quote from: rosscrazyelk on March 25, 2014, 04:41:02 PM
Cool I will check out REI. They probably dont have the boot I am wanting but at least it will give me an Idea.
And Josh you were right No D at the end.
Does anyone know if this is a anti hunting company? Dont want to give them my money if they are.
Only reason I am looking at these is because I can get them half off.

Zamberlan is not anti-hunting, but REI is.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: Caseyd on March 25, 2014, 11:53:59 PM: I have the civetta, like mentioned they are a great manufacturer.

I've had mine for about 8 years. I wear multiple pairs of boots but have no doubt they would probably be still around even if they were my only boot.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: Tbar on March 26, 2014, 12:36:20 AM: Rei is a great place to buy boots. I think it would be very fitting for your style Ross. Much of their product line (not brand specific) is designed and or developed on the very trails you frequent. I wouldn't go in looking for a certain brand because the best choice is the one that fits your foot. Rei also allows you to basically take them for a test drive so to speak. I ended up with asolo boots and had 2k+ miles on them before the Goretex finally failed. They are also really good at fitting the boot to your foot and very knowledgeable with terrain specific recommendations. I was completely honest when he asked what I outdoor activities i would be doing (high country hunting) and received some of the best customer service I have ever experienced. Their customer service was very similar to Nordstroms. :twocents:
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: JLS on March 26, 2014, 05:29:39 AM: Quote from: 7mag. on March 25, 2014, 11:30:20 PM
Quote from: rosscrazyelk on March 25, 2014, 04:41:02 PM
Cool I will check out REI. They probably dont have the boot I am wanting but at least it will give me an Idea.
And Josh you were right No D at the end.
Does anyone know if this is a anti hunting company? Dont want to give them my money if they are.
Only reason I am looking at these is because I can get them half off.

Zamberlan is not anti-hunting, but REI is.

Not to thread jack, but I posted a thread on here a while back specifically asking for examples of REI being anti hunting. I don't recall a single articuable example of REI being anti hunting, other than an occasional attitude by an employee.

I have received excellent customer service from REI and I am very clear to the staff how I intend to use the products. I've been met with much more curiousity and interest than anything.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: Skyvalhunter on March 26, 2014, 05:36:36 AM: read this thread and make your own decision
http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,116788.msg1553247.html#msg1553247 (http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,116788.msg1553247.html#msg1553247)
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: JPhelps on March 26, 2014, 05:41:35 AM: REI is ANTI-Hunting or at least donates money to anti hunting organizations. I will have to look for the article.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: JPhelps on March 26, 2014, 05:43:35 AM: http://oregonoutdoorcouncil.org/top-5-shocking-companies-hurting-you/ (http://oregonoutdoorcouncil.org/top-5-shocking-companies-hurting-you/)
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: rosscrazyelk on March 26, 2014, 08:16:42 AM: I will go to rei to check them out. However my half off price is a direct on line thing. So that's where I will buy if I do. I would like to get a boot made in America but know that's hard to do.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: Slimdog350 on March 26, 2014, 08:30:57 AM: Quote from: rosscrazyelk on March 25, 2014, 04:41:02 PM
Cool I will check out REI. They probably dont have the boot I am wanting but at least it will give me an Idea.
And Josh you were right No D at the end.
Does anyone know if this is a anti hunting company? Dont want to give them my money if they are.
Only reason I am looking at these is because I can get them half off.
As far as I know Zamberlan is not anti hunting. They make a boot designed specifically for KUIU. :dunno:
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: 7mag. on March 26, 2014, 09:05:09 PM: Quote from: rosscrazyelk on March 26, 2014, 08:16:42 AM
I will go to rei to check them out. However my half off price is a direct on line thing. So that's where I will buy if I do. I would like to get a boot made in America but know that's hard to do.

Unfortunately, most of the best boots are made in Italy.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: 7mag. on March 26, 2014, 09:06:23 PM: Quote from: JPhelps on March 26, 2014, 05:43:35 AM
http://oregonoutdoorcouncil.org/top-5-shocking-companies-hurting-you/ (http://oregonoutdoorcouncil.org/top-5-shocking-companies-hurting-you/)

Thanks Jason, I was just looking for that link.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: Whitelightning on March 26, 2014, 09:26:38 PM: Zamberlan makes incredible fitting and durable boots and shoes as well. I have two pairs of boots and a pair of ascent shoes. Never an issue with leaking and they can be resoled. I wont buy any other brand.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: Zeroforhire on March 29, 2014, 11:11:41 PM: Legendary boots in the backpacking world. Well respected. If they fit your feet, go for it.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: RadSav on March 30, 2014, 12:48:18 AM: I have never owned a pair of Zamberlan. But I do know at least five Dall and Stone sheep guides that have switched to the Kuiu boot made by Zamberlan. They are giving it some dang strong reviews! If I didn't already have a hand full of good sheep boots I would be giving them a try.

http://store.kuiu.com/zamberlan-kuiu-pamir-gtx-rr-p/87001.htm (http://store.kuiu.com/zamberlan-kuiu-pamir-gtx-rr-p/87001.htm)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alP-SL2A3fQ#t=47 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alP-SL2A3fQ#t=47)
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: northwesthunter84 on April 05, 2014, 05:23:11 PM: If you like them Sportsman's Warehouse carries them online for order. I haven't seen any in the store yet though.
Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: Booner on April 10, 2014, 09:43:40 PM: I have a pair of Zamberlan GUIDE GTX RR I use for hunting. I love these boots. I have only used them for the last two years but they fit like a glove and offer plenty of support and grip for the terrain I hunt (steep and rocky).

I tried a few other Zamberlan boots on at a local REI for fit but ended up buying the Guide GTX online.

As far as fit goes... Different styles have different toe boxes (narrow or wider) length on all seemed to run about 1/2 size smaller when converting to US unit of measure.

Here is a great review:
http://ireviewgear.com/boots/zamberlan-960-guide-gt-rr

You will also find reviews for Crispi and Kenetrek on the site linked above.

Cheers!

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Title: Re: Zamberland Boots
Post by: Halo on April 10, 2014, 10:05:07 PM: I have a couple pairs of Zamberlan's, only boots I've used for years now. There is a sporting goods store in Longview that has a good selection. I avoid buying boots online, I want to try them on.