Post by: Dman on June 19, 2007, 02:41:51 PM
Post by: Curly on June 19, 2007, 02:45:18 PM
Post by: jackelope on June 19, 2007, 02:48:54 PM
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Post by: huntnfmly on June 19, 2007, 02:56:09 PM
jim
Post by: jackelope on June 19, 2007, 03:00:10 PM
you can find them at cabelas for sure, schnees, and i'm sure lots of other places
they make the mountain hunter, sheep hunter, boots.
http://www.schnees.com/catalog/brands/cat_lowa-boots.html?products_begin=0
Post by: Krusty on June 19, 2007, 03:14:15 PM
REI is a Lowa distributor, though they may not have all the models in stock.
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Post by: Dman on June 19, 2007, 04:00:57 PM
Post by: jackelope on June 19, 2007, 04:12:06 PM
sometimes it's nice being a big guy, other times it sucks.
Post by: bowpredator on June 19, 2007, 04:34:04 PM
Post by: Ray on June 19, 2007, 04:58:15 PM
Sometimes I have noticed that I gravitate towards certain shoe brands because they simply seem to fit my feet better.
Post by: sisu on June 19, 2007, 06:21:04 PM
Post by: boneaddict on June 19, 2007, 06:45:28 PM
Post by: Krusty on June 19, 2007, 07:08:03 PM
You said it all, you will gravitate to certain brands because they fit your feet.
Shoes and boots are built on a "last", it's the mocked up shape of a foot in the various sizes in a production run.
Companies will use that last over and over.
Some companies play to a wider market group, and have lasts of several "foot types", while others never seem to make a boot "your shape".
Danner, and Red Wing are the best in this regard, with five widths of lasts per size, or more.
Some other compaines like Rocky, never seem to use a last twice... "dangit I used to like their boots?"
That's because they subcontract out the manufacture, so they never really do use the same form.
Oh, I am not a shoe freak, I worked in the climbing and boot depts. at REI so they filled my head with otherwise useless information, and it wanted out.
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Post by: ICEMAN on June 19, 2007, 10:40:48 PM
Post by: WDFW-SUX on June 20, 2007, 07:26:44 AM
Post by: littletoes on June 21, 2007, 06:23:04 PM
I'm needing a new pair now after about 9 years in a pair of Solomon's that I paid over $300 for. They have seen some very rough miles that have involved quite a few rocks.
Mountaineering Boots work best for me. They are heavier built than the regular hiking boots. Made to take heavier packs too.
All boots have a "load rating", and another rating for what type of terrain.
If you get away from the groomed trails at all, you need something with a bit more "bite", and strength. Soles are stiffer, and are uncomfortable to drive in (at least I think so), but they sure make general "humping" a lot more comfortable.
Good Luck, and tell us about your decision! Just be sure to break them in well before the hunt!
Post by: shag on July 04, 2007, 03:52:12 PM
Danner's seem to last a year and are comfortable from the get go. They do stretch quite a bit though.
Had quality issues with rockys.
I'm looking into the mendli from cabelsas. Heard great things for years about lowa's.
About ready to give white's a try.
I'm still looking for the perfect boot. In all reality I'll prolly be stuck with another pair of danners this year. I know I'll get one dependable season outa them.
My biggest problem is I have to have a lace to toe boot. That makes it tough.
CD
Post by: Blacklab on August 09, 2007, 09:00:28 PM
Just like walkin on a field of titties :drool:
Post by: Shadow Cat on August 09, 2007, 10:27:41 PM
Post by: high country on August 12, 2007, 09:39:46 AM
Whites for winter use. I use Meindles Hunting Boots.
mee too.
add a few of cabelas for bird and after work deer hunts.
Post by: Alchase on August 14, 2007, 04:13:21 PM
http://www.asolo.com/content.asp?L=3&idMen=419
Post by: GoldTip on August 15, 2007, 09:37:30 AM
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Post by: Skyvalhunter on October 30, 2007, 06:03:28 AM
Post by: high country on November 03, 2007, 04:44:48 PM
Whites for winter use. I use Meindles Hunting Boots.
same here, however I may go to hoffmans pacs this year. good folks, good prices and better rubber. my white always seem to crack after a couple years, hoffmans says their will not. add they also have more sole choices......but whites is only 15 miles from me and hoffmans is 35.
meindl has to be the best kept secret in the hunting boot industry.
Post by: HuntingFanatic on November 09, 2007, 05:09:41 AM
Post by: DBake on November 18, 2007, 07:12:44 PM
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Post by: Falcon on November 21, 2007, 10:17:40 PM
They are a littlle pricey, but they fit like a glove, have great support in the steep stuff with weight on shoulders, and are very waterproof. I have the Tibets which are 8" high. Some guys like the sheephunters model which are 10".
Post by: Hunting Cowboy on November 21, 2007, 10:34:32 PM
Whites for winter use. I use Meindles Hunting Boots.
I agree 100%. Whites smoke jumpers for working, Whites packers for horse trips. I have a pair of Danners and Meindles for hunting. I like the air bob sole on the Danners. The Meindles really supported my bum ankle this past couple of weeks. Great ankle support, almost like wearing a cast (with more mobility than a cast)
Post by: russ on November 22, 2007, 05:47:39 PM
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Post by: archery288 on November 28, 2007, 11:41:01 PM
Post by: MikeWalking on November 29, 2007, 08:44:39 AM
Since then I've been using them all year long, yes they're a bit much for hot weather hikes but no matter what my feet feel good and since Diabetes came to town a few years ago that's a priority.
Post by: gray brow on December 28, 2007, 08:15:14 PM
4 or 5 years ago, I got a pair of the Meindl's Canadians. Took a bit getting used to walking in them. Outstanding ankle support but also quite stiff when new. They're crampon rated, so you serious hikers understand how stiff they have to be. But, bum ankle or not, I can still go in 7-8 miles on the high hunt with camp on my back, sidehill for miles, and come out without being too stove up. No way I could have continued with the lighter support boots.
Post by: coonhound on December 28, 2007, 11:25:30 PM
Alaskan hunter
Mountain hunter
Perfekt hunter
Canadian hunter
They are a well built boot, they are ready for serious hiking and hunting, by far the most comfortable boot I've ever worn and I've tried several. It's tough to find a boot that actually has good support.
Lowa and Kenatrek are a similar boot that should give you the same performance as the Meindles.
The Cabela's boots will range from $200 - 275 but well worth the investment.
My $0.02,
Coon
Post by: actionshooter on December 29, 2007, 08:16:08 AM
I have a pair of Kenetrek and they are a really good boot.
Lowa and Kenatek are a similar boot that should give you the same performance as the Meindles.
Coon
Post by: jdb on January 05, 2008, 04:45:43 PM
Post by: Houndhunter on January 05, 2008, 05:24:04 PM
Post by: edmondshunter on January 09, 2008, 08:33:19 PM
Up until now I went with the following
Asolo Fugitive's Great gor-tex backpacking boot
Asolo full grain uppers seamless
Rachlie u pick they all rock
If you buy them at REI you can always take them back if they fail
Post by: WAcoueshunter on January 13, 2008, 10:17:10 PM
Post by: coonhound on January 14, 2008, 09:42:51 PM
My take is that the different premium brands are all good, but they're made for different uses. I wear Danners and really like them. I generally day hunt - leave in the morning, return to truck camp at night. They're really comfortable right out of the box, and the Bob sole is great for mud and snow. I prefer to spot and stalk, and the Danners are a bit more flexible (i.e. quiet) than traditional mountaineering/hiking boots. I may do 12-15 miles in a day, but my load is relatively light until I put something down. The Lowa's and Meindl's would be my choice for any sort of pack hunt. Someone else mentioned the "load rating" - the Lowa's and Meindl's are a stiffer boot that will handle more weight than Danners, and are probably a better choice for really steep terrain. There's a give and take...some are more flexible and built for quiet and comfort at the cost of support. Some are built for support at the cost of out of the box comfort and noise.
Have you ever had a problem with your Danner's squeeking? The last pair I owned and my hunting partner owned both had a slight squeek, not to good for stalking. That's when I switched to the Meindl's.
Coon
Post by: WAcoueshunter on January 14, 2008, 09:56:02 PM
Post by: gray brow on January 15, 2008, 09:32:11 PM
But even Meindl's can squeek. A pair my buddy had squeeked fairly consistently until he found the source was in the tongue where it rubbed on the side. He solved it for good with a small strip of moleskin. The hardest part was figuring out where the squeek was coming from. Gotta admit, I spent more than a few yards hunched over walking alongside him trying to pinpoint it. Glad nobody ever caught me doing that! :P
Post by: WAcoyotehunter on August 18, 2008, 12:19:48 PM
Thoughts?
Post by: Sagedawg on August 18, 2008, 12:40:02 PM
Sage
Post by: Coasthunterjay on August 18, 2008, 01:05:45 PM
it like scopes and everything else......
when you here a certain namebrand it just rings quality in my ears......Danner is my pick......100%
Post by: WAcoyotehunter on August 18, 2008, 01:08:20 PM
Post by: popeshawnpaul on August 18, 2008, 01:09:30 PM
Post by: jadeball1 on August 18, 2008, 01:21:47 PM
Post by: CP on August 18, 2008, 01:26:58 PM
Post by: jeff100 on August 18, 2008, 02:00:16 PM
Raichle (made for REI) for backpacking/hiking.
I used to buy/wear Rocky boots for hunting. I thought the Danners were overpriced. But when I got my Danners, it became clear why they were worth the price...my Danners are the most comfortable hunting boots I've ever worn.
One other thing. I swear by SuperFeet insoles. The green ones. About $30 bucks a pair. Best thing I've ever run across for footwear. About 12 years ago, I started having a lot of trouble with blisters. After getting some advice, I started using a polypro liner sock next to the skin and I started using the SuperFeet insoles. In the field, I will never be without both again...ever.
Post by: Bean Counter on August 18, 2008, 02:04:00 PM
I don't know if they don't actually put one in there, or if Irish Setter pierces the heck out of it when sewing the boot. EIther way when you pay extra for Gore Tex and a 'waterproof' logo, it should be waterproof.
I think my next pair will be Danner.
Post by: rasbo on August 18, 2008, 02:23:02 PM
Post by: arrowflinger on August 18, 2008, 02:37:12 PM
Post by: bobcat on August 18, 2008, 02:42:57 PM
Post by: Curly on August 18, 2008, 02:52:40 PM
Post by: WAcoyotehunter on August 18, 2008, 02:59:05 PM
Post by: bobcat on August 18, 2008, 03:17:04 PM
My wife had a pair of the elk hunters that split across the sole. Cabelas replaced them and it happened again! two pairs in ~one year...she now wears Meindls
okay, I guess I won't be buying those! I'll stick with my Lowas.
Post by: rjm5 on August 18, 2008, 03:27:13 PM
Post by: Falcon on August 18, 2008, 03:30:04 PM
I have the GTX Tibet. I put a set of Supersoles and a pair of smartwool socks and liners, and I am pretty much quaranteed a comfortable walk with no blisters.
Post by: Slider on August 18, 2008, 05:18:25 PM
Post by: actionshooter on August 18, 2008, 05:43:13 PM
Danner is no where near the quality they were 10-15 years ago.
Post by: EastWaViking on August 19, 2008, 03:48:54 PM
thanks
Post by: bobcat on August 19, 2008, 07:52:03 PM
Anybody use cabela's elk hunter boot? I tried on Danner trophy, Alaska Hunter by Meindel, and Perfekt by Meindel, and none of them fit my foot very good (narrow foot) Cabela's elk hunter is a lace to toe boot and if fit well. Anyone hunting in these? How do you like them?
thanks
I think that is the same as the Danner Elk Hunter.
Post by: EastWaViking on August 19, 2008, 08:07:12 PM
that are still made in Portland. Any experience with them?
Post by: coonhound on August 19, 2008, 08:08:53 PM
I think all the European boots are great:
Kenetrek
Lowa
Meindl
Scarpa
Raichle
Hanwag (Lathrop and sons)
Coon
Post by: bobcat on August 19, 2008, 08:12:50 PM
Yes, the Elk Hunter is a Danner boot made for Cabelas. It is one of the few they carry
that are still made in Portland. Any experience with them?
If you look on page 4 of this thread, there are a couple of guys who do have experience with the Elk Hunter. I do not. I believe it was arrowflinger who had good luck with that boot, then Wacoyotehunter said his experience with them was not so good.
They do look like a good boot and I like that they are made in the USA. But, I'm reluctant to spend my money with Danner after all the negative reviews I have seen over the years, not just of the Elk Hunters but other Danner boots.
Post by: MuleySniper on August 19, 2008, 08:15:14 PM
MS
Post by: bobcat on August 19, 2008, 08:58:33 PM
http://www.ifish.net/board/showthread.php?p=2135185#post2135185
Post by: huntnphool on August 19, 2008, 11:28:51 PM
Post by: M_ray on August 19, 2008, 11:37:41 PM
Post by: WAcoueshunter on August 19, 2008, 11:45:48 PM
Post by: huntnphool on August 19, 2008, 11:46:03 PM
It's two pairs of Danners for me also one 400 gram insulated and one uninsulated!
Same ones I have. Its hard to wear the insulated ones unless its very cold out.
Post by: BlackTail on August 20, 2008, 04:33:15 PM
One thing I will say that makes a HUGE difference, and I see some people here are already on to this, is your socks. Get yourself some poly liners and a good outter sock (I like smartwool). I know they are expensive but believe me when I say they are worth every penny!! If you're still wearing cotton socks, or even wool socks but don't wear a liner, you have no idea what your missing. It seriously is a night and day difference on how comfortable your feet will be. My feet feel bone dry all day (even when the liner is wet from sweat) and the smartwools don't slip and bunch up at all.
F.Y.I. When I first started wearing my poly liners they had a seam across the top of my toes that rubbed bad, so I started turning my liners inside out before putting them on. Problem solved!
Post by: FOsteology on August 20, 2008, 08:37:31 PM
For chasing hogs in Texas during the summer, I really like the Cabela's Speedhunters.
Post by: ICEMAN on August 21, 2008, 02:34:15 AM
I prefer Meindle.
For chasing hogs in Texas during the summer, I really like the Cabela's Speedhunters.
As I stated a year ago here, I also use the Speedhunter boots. Then....(of course) I completely blew out a side of one packing a deer out down a very steep area last October. I still love these boots, but they couldnt hold my (er') mass on the side hill... I had a cobbler resew the whole boot back...wore them for spring turkey, but will be switching to something heavier for any steep stuff...losing a bunch of weight would also help the boot... Looks like I better get some tougher boots...Back to my redwings...
Post by: FOsteology on August 21, 2008, 10:57:40 AM
Post by: MountainWalk on August 22, 2008, 11:47:58 AM
Danners feel great, but dont really last. The only pair of Danners I have owned that lasted more than a year are a pair of 1000 gram boots for really late season MT hunting. I think they are trophy's, not too sure.
Post by: Wea300mag on August 23, 2008, 06:39:19 PM
Earlier in this Post I was raving about the Mendel's but a few months back I picked up a pair of Kendre's and now that I've got over 100 miles on them I'm sold. They have unbelievable support, I hunt off trail in the high country wilderness areas and these boots make steep side hilling much more comfortable.
I think all the European boots are great:
Kenetrek
Lowa
Meindl
Scarpa
Raichle
Hanwag (Lathrop and sons)
Coon
100 Miles in a few months!!!! :bow:
I could only say that if I could count my mountain bike miles.
Post by: catwithboost on August 23, 2008, 06:54:17 PM
Post by: coonhound on August 24, 2008, 08:59:18 PM
Earlier in this Post I was raving about the Mendel's but a few months back I picked up a pair of Kendre's and now that I've got over 100 miles on them I'm sold. They have unbelievable support, I hunt off trail in the high country wilderness areas and these boots make steep side hilling much more comfortable.
I think all the European boots are great:
Kenetrek
Lowa
Meindl
Scarpa
Raichle
Hanwag (Lathrop and sons)
Coon
100 Miles in a few months!!!! :bow:
I could only say that if I could count my mountain bike miles.
Wow, don't you hate it when you find a huge fat finger mistake long after you post, I was trying to type Kenetrek's but typed Kendre's, guess I should proof read or use spell check before I hit post. Thanks for copying the quote so everyone could get a second chance to scratch their head and say what the heck kind of boot is he wearing? ;)
As far as the 100 miles, I live in a very rural area so it's easy for me to walk several times a week, often right from the house. This is also the time of year where I take a few trips into the high country covering 15+ miles a day. It's all about getting ready for elk season in the backcountry.
Coon