Post by: 7mmfan on June 18, 2019, 03:44:58 PM
Main important features:
- Lightweight
- Highly breathable
- low/mid ankle
- sturdy enough for use on rocky terrain
and..... go.
Post by: vandeman17 on June 18, 2019, 03:46:09 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on June 18, 2019, 03:51:33 PM
Post by: 7mmfan on June 18, 2019, 03:56:21 PM
Post by: Stein on June 18, 2019, 03:57:21 PM
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Post by: smithkl42 on June 18, 2019, 03:59:52 PM
https://www.merrell.com/US/en/moab-2-mid-gore-tex-wide-width/27836M.html?dwvar_27836M_color=J06057W#cgid=men-footwear-hiking&start=1
Since I started hunting, which involves a lot more rain than my summer trail hiking, I've been running Lowa's, and those have worked pretty well. (My feet did get wet last time out, but my current theory is that it was soaking down from my pants, which were sopping.)
Post by: Eric M on June 18, 2019, 04:06:04 PM
Post by: Fl0und3rz on June 18, 2019, 04:06:24 PM
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006Z62A5G
I have had good durability with Garmont low hikers, but my experience is with a fall/wet season Goretex low hiker.
Post by: Whitpirate on June 18, 2019, 04:11:53 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on June 18, 2019, 04:26:13 PM
I've had pretty good luck with Merrell's for that sort of use. They're worthless in the wet, but very comfortable in the dry. They've never given me blisters, and I can't count the pairs I've worn out.Hows the fit? if you normally wear an 8 1/2, stick with that size with this boot? And is wide, really wide or not? My foot is really wide. @smithkl42 or #smithkl42 :chuckle:
https://www.merrell.com/US/en/moab-2-mid-gore-tex-wide-width/27836M.html?dwvar_27836M_color=J06057W#cgid=men-footwear-hiking&start=1
Since I started hunting, which involves a lot more rain than my summer trail hiking, I've been running Lowa's, and those have worked pretty well. (My feet did get wet last time out, but my current theory is that it was soaking down from my pants, which were sopping.)
Post by: KFhunter on June 18, 2019, 04:50:26 PM
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Post by: WapitiTalk1 on June 18, 2019, 06:17:30 PM
https://www.moosejaw.com/product/salomon-men-s-quest-4d-3-gtx-boot_10366924?avad=46631_e1627aae9&clickid=3Ai123RUKxyJRcqwUx0Mo34VUklU-B2DEXQqRI0&irgwc=1&utm_campaign=34947&cm_mmc=Affiliate-_-AvantLink-_-na-_-34947&ad_id=Avant&avad=46631_e1627aae9
Post by: Alchase on June 18, 2019, 06:29:01 PM
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Post by: 7mmfan on June 18, 2019, 07:59:39 PM
Give these a look; really good lightweight hunting and hiking boots.
https://www.moosejaw.com/product/salomon-men-s-quest-4d-3-gtx-boot_10366924?avad=46631_e1627aae9&clickid=3Ai123RUKxyJRcqwUx0Mo34VUklU-B2DEXQqRI0&irgwc=1&utm_campaign=34947&cm_mmc=Affiliate-_-AvantLink-_-na-_-34947&ad_id=Avant&avad=46631_e1627aae9
These are the boot I keep seeing in reviews as #1, along with it's short ankle cousin. I will be trying these on this week.
A lot of good input so far guys I appreciate it.
Post by: bornhunter on June 18, 2019, 08:40:24 PM
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Post by: wadu1 on June 18, 2019, 09:15:42 PM
Post by: SWHUNTER on June 18, 2019, 09:27:40 PM
I fully expected them to break down by now but they havent.
Post by: Jason on June 18, 2019, 09:51:50 PM
Give these a look; really good lightweight hunting and hiking boots.I bought these last year to replace my Merrils for hiking and more importantly the high hunt. They have been awesome, they fit my feet well and are very comfortable and they kept my feet dry.
https://www.moosejaw.com/product/salomon-men-s-quest-4d-3-gtx-boot_10366924?avad=46631_e1627aae9&clickid=3Ai123RUKxyJRcqwUx0Mo34VUklU-B2DEXQqRI0&irgwc=1&utm_campaign=34947&cm_mmc=Affiliate-_-AvantLink-_-na-_-34947&ad_id=Avant&avad=46631_e1627aae9
Post by: huntnnw on June 18, 2019, 10:22:09 PM
Post by: 7mmfan on June 19, 2019, 08:09:17 AM
Post by: cbond3318 on June 19, 2019, 08:22:44 AM
I have owned several Keens and by far one of the most comfortable hiking boots I have worn. I wore solomon speed freaks on a hunt and they were super comfy
Curious to what Keen hiker you have had luck with? The 3 pair of mid hikers I’ve used for work have deteriorated at lightning speed. They are comfortable and I keep buying them though. :chuckle:
Post by: cougforester on June 19, 2019, 08:44:55 AM
Give these a look; really good lightweight hunting and hiking boots.
https://www.moosejaw.com/product/salomon-men-s-quest-4d-3-gtx-boot_10366924?avad=46631_e1627aae9&clickid=3Ai123RUKxyJRcqwUx0Mo34VUklU-B2DEXQqRI0&irgwc=1&utm_campaign=34947&cm_mmc=Affiliate-_-AvantLink-_-na-_-34947&ad_id=Avant&avad=46631_e1627aae9
These are the boot I keep seeing in reviews as #1, along with it's short ankle cousin. I will be trying these on this week.
A lot of good input so far guys I appreciate it.
Tag for later. Good info.
Post by: HikerHunter on June 19, 2019, 09:13:30 AM
Post by: Shaqdiesel on June 19, 2019, 09:32:24 AM
Post by: Odell on June 19, 2019, 09:44:46 AM
I've been using the Salomon GTX 3D trail runner since March and it has has held up good so far. I really like the quick lace up feature. I have used them for about everything so far. Casual wear, jogging, and many trips were I hike several miles then transition to snowboard boots. My feet haven't got wet yet.
I fully expected them to break down by now but they havent.
I've got a pair of the Salomon Speedcross 4 trail runners. Never had a hiker cup my heel so well. I originally got them for playing softball and ended up using them for a september elk hunt in the Steens. Worked great in hot weather, only problem is they let in a ton of dust. Feet are black with dirt at the end of the day
Post by: Odell on June 19, 2019, 09:45:08 AM
Post by: Lincoln4 on June 19, 2019, 10:04:13 AM
Post by: Stein on June 19, 2019, 10:37:58 AM
I've moved to Alta Lone Peak 4's. Zero drop didn't cause me any issues, and the toe box is very roomy.
Do you have the Gore Tex version? I have the regular ones and was thinking about picking up the Gore version for when the grass is really wet in the morning, heavy rain or light snow before it's time to break out the insulated boots.
Post by: Shaqdiesel on June 19, 2019, 11:43:05 AM
Post by: 7mmfan on June 20, 2019, 07:48:55 PM
One interesting tidbit. I've worn the same size boots for the last 15 years, no issues. The last year and a half or so I've had pretty major toe issues. Got measured and found out my feet are a half size+ bigger than they used to be. Didnt know that was a thing.
Post by: KFhunter on July 17, 2019, 04:35:04 PM
much better than my UA speed freaks :tup:
(https://dks.scene7.com/is/image/GolfGalaxy/16MRRMMB2MDWPRTHXFBO_Beluga?wid=1400&fmt=jpg)
Now I gotta see if I can wear them out!
Post by: Alchase on July 18, 2019, 08:02:39 AM
My Moab II waterproofs have been relegated to yard work. They just wont die!
I use the Thermal Adventure 6 in. Ice and snow, for most of my hiking and hunting. Backup pair of Asolo GTXs.
And the Ascent Ride (goretex) for tennis shoes.
And Jungle Mocs slip-ons probably my favorite shoe, for anything requiring a outside job or in Hunting camp.