Post by: BigBullDreamer11 on August 11, 2015, 06:29:16 AM
Post by: huntnnw on August 11, 2015, 06:35:53 AM
Post by: swift on August 11, 2015, 06:37:44 AM
Post by: BigBullDreamer11 on August 11, 2015, 06:39:36 AM
Post by: nw_bowhunter on August 11, 2015, 07:37:37 AM
Post by: BIGDOG253 on August 11, 2015, 08:28:47 AM
Post by: hunter_sean08 on August 11, 2015, 09:00:21 AM
Another boot I liked was the Meindl Perfekt boot from Cabela's. It was a great boot for about 5 seasons until the back of my feet wore them out on the steep stuff. They're quite a bit more expensive though and a little heavier than the High Grounds. I now use them as a backup should anything happen to my Danners.
As said by everyone else though, try on as many boots as you can.
Post by: Eli346 on August 11, 2015, 09:28:12 AM
Post by: Labredog on August 11, 2015, 09:46:17 AM
Post by: MADMAX on August 11, 2015, 09:48:16 AM
I did use my Meindels a couple weeks ago scouting elk as I kept them in my camper as a spare pair, the sole came completely off while hiking and the rubber was deteriorated so I had to walk out a couple of miles on the steel shank and leather only
good luck with Meindels, I have never had a boot come apart like that
Next boots will be Kenntreks
Post by: Netminder01 on August 11, 2015, 09:53:26 AM
I'm buying a pair today or this week so perfect timing on this thread. On my hike out this weekend, I was cussing the entire way for not breaking in a new pair before now.
Post by: SilkOnTheDrySide on August 11, 2015, 10:08:57 AM
Just not the right boot for my frustratingly abnormal feet...
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Post by: swashington2128 on August 11, 2015, 10:21:31 AM
Boots are a very personal thing, good luck in finding what you are looking for.
Post by: BIGINNER on August 11, 2015, 10:23:57 AM
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 11, 2015, 10:28:00 AM
Danners I've had were leaky and fell apart quick and they weren't cheap.
Try on some Lowa boots. The Renegade GTX fit me perfect. If it fits you, I'd say it's a great boot.
Post by: lamrith on August 11, 2015, 11:22:37 AM
Try on boots in every brand.
:yeah: :yeah: :yeah: I will add also different models in the brand as they often are cut differently.
I have tough to fit feet. I tried on 3 different Cabelas boots, few Redheads, few North Face, few Danners (All sub $200 range). The Danner Pronghorn fit me the best of everything by a substantial margin. no hotspots or binding. It was the only one that I was able to put on and keep on for more than 10min walking thru store..
Sportco in Fife has Danners on sale too 25% off anythign in stock.. and thier prices are already lower than everyone else!
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 11, 2015, 11:30:10 AM
Again, my advice is worth whatever you're willing to pay me for it, which probably nothing...at any rate - try on the boots and buy those exact two boots. Don't even vary color without trying the other ones on :twocents: little changes make a huge difference over time
Post by: jdb on August 11, 2015, 07:07:56 PM
Post by: Stein on August 11, 2015, 07:17:19 PM
Boots are highly, highly personal. I am still working on a boot/sock/footbed solution that will allow me to go blister free over 15 or 20 miles.
Post by: Netminder01 on August 12, 2015, 11:36:29 AM
Initially, I was going for an 800 grain boot so I could wear it both early season and late with a high angle comfortable boot capable of handling weight & miles. Coincidentally, the few guys in the department did not really know squat about boots. I met another friendly elk hunter who was planning his hike to Idaho who was getting all kinds of bad info.
I'm breaking them in the rest of this week and into the weekend but not optimistic. Any other wide footed 13's + out there with recommendations? I'm really debating going back to backpacking boots and really wanted the Cabellas staff to provide a perspective instead of reading from their iPad sales tool.
Post by: SkookumHntr on August 12, 2015, 11:38:56 AM
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Post by: BigBullDreamer11 on August 12, 2015, 01:31:50 PM
Post by: lamrith on August 12, 2015, 02:21:30 PM
I am going to run to REI and try some on.. I went to cabelas last night and didnt find any that really struck me that they were awesome I need to get good socks to my feet are always warm and sweat pretty easy so i have to find a good sock and boot combo..Make sure to hit Sportco in Fife as well. They have a decent variety of models and brands and their pricing is good. Pronghorns are ~$157, versus $189 everyplace else as an example..
Post by: PA BEN on August 29, 2016, 09:16:48 PM
Post by: mountainman on August 29, 2016, 09:25:03 PM
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 29, 2016, 09:37:23 PM
I really need a good pair of boots for my watershed elk hunt. I thought I had a good pair but mile 4 of a 5 miler my feet started to kill me. Any suggestions would be great I too will be going to REI this weekend.
Something stiff for that hunt. REI will have Lowa's and Salomon's which are both good options.
Post by: PA BEN on August 29, 2016, 09:51:51 PM
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 29, 2016, 09:55:24 PM
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Post by: buglebrush on August 29, 2016, 10:08:28 PM
Post by: Grit dog on August 29, 2016, 10:13:25 PM
Back to boots, the good ole China made Danner gtx, or whatever they're called. All leather goretex work boots. They're light and comfortable and will last better part of a year as work boots so years of hiking and hunting.
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 29, 2016, 10:18:12 PM
Post by: syoungs on August 29, 2016, 10:40:38 PM
Post by: kentrek on August 29, 2016, 10:56:58 PM
I wouldn't wear Danners to breakfast, even if I hadn't eaten in a week.
:yeah:
Post by: JakeLand on August 29, 2016, 11:02:20 PM
Post by: JoeE on August 29, 2016, 11:06:13 PM
I really need a good pair of boots for my watershed elk hunt. I thought I had a good pair but mile 4 of a 5 miler my feet started to kill me. Any suggestions would be great I too will be going to REI this weekend.
I wore my Kenetrek mountain extremes on my watershed hunt last year and they worked well.
Post by: Skyvalhunter on August 30, 2016, 05:50:28 AM
Danner grouse hunters best hunting boot made period!!!
never tried them since they went over seas
Post by: PA BEN on August 30, 2016, 05:52:35 AM
Even with a great boot, insoles are a good idea. Particularly if you have flat feet :tup:My issue is Plantar Fasciitis in my right foot. Long days in cheep boots will just kill me. I can kick around in most any foot wear without a problem, but when it come to miles I have to have the right boot. I used insoles on these Danners I have but the right one kill my foot, so I took them out after about a mile. I wear Whites, Wesco's and Hathorn Smokejumpers at work. I found you get what you pay for when it comes to good boots. The reviews on the Kenetrek mountain extremes show Plantar Fasciitis issues and the guys took out the insole and replaced it. I don't want to pay over 400 bucks on an boot and have to play around with adjustments.
Post by: Blackjaw on August 30, 2016, 06:48:51 AM
Post by: BigBullDreamer11 on August 30, 2016, 07:10:26 AM
Post by: Labs07 on August 30, 2016, 07:23:00 AM
Post by: PA BEN on August 30, 2016, 08:28:39 PM
I wouldn't buy breakfast at Rei even if I hadn't eaten in a week. Y'all realize they are a huge supporter of about every greenie organization in earth, right?so where is your proof of this support?
Back to boots, the good ole China made Danner gtx, or whatever they're called. All leather goretex work boots. They're light and comfortable and will last better part of a year as work boots so years of hiking and hunting.
Post by: hogslayer on August 30, 2016, 08:43:40 PM
Post by: lee on August 31, 2016, 07:28:50 AM
Lee
Post by: Redstar on August 31, 2016, 08:24:46 AM
I ended up buy kentrek mountain extreme and love them.. great support and are very comfortable.
Good choice. I've had my kenetrek mountain extreme's for about 5 years now and they're still the best boots I've ever owned.
Post by: JakeLand on August 31, 2016, 09:13:43 AM
The grouse hunters are awesome out of the box and no break in time I'm running on my 6th season with mine and that includes running bobcat traps for 3 months everyday and I've put one new set of soles on but the uppers are still original and water proof but it's also on how you maintain them
Post by: TommyH on August 31, 2016, 03:29:48 PM
http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,200092.0.html
Post by: Miles on August 31, 2016, 03:45:04 PM
Post by: Pathfinder101 on August 31, 2016, 03:57:15 PM
Both boots stayed dry. We were both also using Kuiu Gaiters, which I am sure helped.
Post by: PA BEN on September 03, 2016, 05:27:54 AM
Post by: Mossy on September 03, 2016, 07:04:39 AM
After trying on several boots in Colville, Spokane and Cabela's, I settled on the Cabela's Meindl Alaska Hunter. So far they feel good walking around the store and at home in the house. I'm giving them an indoor test run before I oil them up and head out for the break in period.
For me, meindl boots fit my feet better than any other boot. I have the perfekts insulated and the non insulated and they have taken a beating. Good choice
Post by: WaltAlpine on September 24, 2016, 01:35:25 AM
I know it's over a year ago now, but I have that boot and used them last year and just got back from the high hunt and used them hard. I am as happy with them as any boot I've ever had.
But I agree that everyone needs to find their own boot.
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Post by: Smossy on September 24, 2016, 04:47:36 AM
Pronghorns are always a solid boot for any condition!I to run Danner Pronghorns. Solid boot with lots of ankle support and all around protection, Feet stay dry and I dont need to worry about braking an ankle.
Alittle hard to be sneaky though for me because they're pretty bulky. Heavy to. Other than that, solid as a rock.