Kenetrek Boots...good? great?

[Westside88]

I have a really old pair of Danner Elk Hunters(like 20 years old) and it's time to think about replacing them. I've only ever worn them hunting and don't always wear them, they've held up amazingly, but it's time. I'm looking at the Kenetrek Mountain Guide and Mountain Extreme as options for replacement. Anyone have any wisdom to share on these? My main question is waterproofness. Are they good? Do they last? I of course will be trying some on to make sure they feel good to me, but before I invest in them I'd like to hear what others think.
Thanks for any insight

[RB]

Bought a pair of Mountain Extreme (not-insulated) in 2016 for a Goat hunt. Put many miles on them since then and just had them resoled this year. Absolutely love them! Only complaint was the toe rubber started to come unglued a couple years ago hence the reason to resole plus they tread was wearing as well. Wore them to do the hiking merit badge with my son and that is 70 miles total with three fives, two 10's a 15 and a 20 mile hike. Never had a blister or hot spot, love these boots!

[idaho guy]

great boots

[firepin]

 Great boots and on sale at Kenetrek

[Bareback]

Great boot. Keep greased and they are very waterproof.

[RB]

Great boot. Keep greased and they are very waterproof.

 

[elkaholic123]

I have 2 pairs, Mountain extreme’s which are 1000 gram and a pair that is 400 gr.
I have never had a problem with wet feet on either pair! Probably never need to buy boots again! Love them!

[Seabass]

I have the Mountain Extremes. I’ve had them for 6 years and my feet have never been wet. The rubber over the toe box is peeling pretty bad but they have held up really well otherwise.

Personally, I don’t think they are all that comfortable. I did 2 spring bear trips into the Frank Church last spring and the only real discomfort I had was my feet. Most of the guys who recommend them to me have switched to Crispi’s. I will likely go that way myself.

[cem3434]

Great boots and on sale at Kenetrek

plus they have a huge Ebay sale going on right now too.

[HntnFsh]

I have the Mountain Extremes. I’ve had them for 6 years and my feet have never been wet. The rubber over the toe box is peeling pretty bad but they have held up really well otherwise.

Personally, I don’t think they are all that comfortable. I did 2 spring bear trips into the Frank Church last spring and the only real discomfort I had was my feet. Most of the guys who recommend them to me have switched to Crispi’s. I will likely go that way myself.

I didn't care for them. Just didn't work for me, or my feet.
I know afew people that swore by Kennetrek for years. Then lost their love for them over the last few and swit he'd. Mostly to Crispis.

[Snakeriver]

Schnees has some great boots. Ive had both. Like the Schnees better.

[highcountry_hunter]

I’ve had good luck with them, keep them well greased and your feet will stay dry. I had the toe rubber peel but resealed it with some fancy shoe goo type stuff that their customer service rep recommended.
They are stiff and fairly heavy, so if your planning some early season archery spot and stalk style hunts, I’d recommend a pair of stalking socks or something because kennetreks aren’t the sneakiest boot around haha


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[hunthard]

Just finished my 3rd year of hunting in Kenetreks, no leaks at all, super comfortable and i'm really sorry i didn't buy them earlier.

[Duckslayer89]

Crispi Guides. The soles on Kenetrek are soft and don’t last long. You’ll thank me later

[buglebuster]

I have tried a lot of boots over the years and nothing lasted more than a season. I bought a pair of mountain extremes in 2021 and have hunted hard in them for 3 seasons and they aren’t even beginning to wear out. They have been awesome! The best boot I’ve ever owned. They work for me and my feet, could be different for you. They are very waterproof. They truly do take around 50 miles to break in so don’t just get yourself a pair and go on a hunt. Be sure to bring your old boots with you just in case.