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Lowa, with gore lining only, although they are leather lined on the interior. Work great from Alpine forests snow (Sheephunter) in winter to Sept AZ deserts (Baffin). Almost no break-in and super comfort, the taller Sheephunters have very good ankle support for the rough stuff. Follow their recommendations for care, a lot of guys put goop on their boots which stop the breathing and makes boots hot in summer and when you sweat, and you do even in the winter, your feet will get cold. Don't like boots with insulation linings as they are not as efficient as good quality socks at wicking away moisture and keeping your feet dry/warm. Unless you have got an Alaska hunt coming I would avoid linings.
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I have three pairs of Russell's for different conditions and love them. I've been a Russell fan for as long as I can remember. Grant
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I'll second the Russells, I cruise timber and wear boots everyday. I basically got sick of the made in china crap and decided that I would pay for quality and for someone in the US to have a job. They are the most comfortable boots that I've ever worn. If you take care of the leather, you can have them rebuilt for many years to come. If you just hunt in them, I can't see you wearing them out.
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Different boots, different situations. Bean boots are great at times (stalking, mild to medium temps, damp); LaCrosse boots are great early season for keeping scent off the ground; muck boots are super when it's cold. I think my most versatile boots are Rocky Gore Tex stalkers, with 400 gm thinsulate. They fit me well, are light and waterproof and a little warm.
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I'm using the new Danner GTX boot this year. Used the Danner Pronghorn last year which was a wonderful experience.
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If you want a tough Elk hunting boot; look into the Asolo TP 535. All leather, no GT lining-so they breathe. On a recent Elk hunt in Utah 7 out of 9 guides were wearing these boots! My teen and I have been wearing these for years.
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I bought a pair of Muck Boots before the last bow season. Paid $80.00 or so at the Muck Boot Outlet on line. Was hesitant to pay more because I had never been able to find a pair to try on. This was not the top of the line but was camo and offered great fit and support. I must say it is the most comfortable rubber boot I have ever worn. Would highly recommend. I understand that the Muck "Woody Max" is there top of the line hunting boot. Check them out. Muck makes an excellent product.
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I have had Rocky, Danner, Chippewa, Asolo and Meindl. So far Meindl has been the most comfortable, with the Asolo a close second. Meindl just seems like a better fit for my foot. The Danner heel counter did not fit my foot shape very well. I thought they were well broke in but on my last trip mountain hunting I developed blisters on my heels after the first long day. I will probably buy some all rubber type boots for whitetail hunting next.
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"Ain't no rock going to take my place". Luke 19:40 Posts: 466 | From: North Dakota | Registered: Feb 2008
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Hanwag's, hands down best boots I have owned. I usually wear the lightest footwear possible for general deer hunting. Elk, sheep or anything rough I turn to the Hanwag's. Expensive and a challenge to find. I have had them on for 2 1/2 days (60+ hours) straight with no problems.
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I wasn't going to post as there are so many different makers and a lot of them are top quality. But, I am wearing a pair of Kennetreks and they are some great boots. Here in Oregon where it rains most of the winter, and snows in the higher ups, I needed a pair that could handle anything. Well, these boots can do it. Check out their website.
-------------------- "TGMM" Family of the Bow. "The bowman, to be successful as a hunter, must learn to perfection the habits of his game." -- Maurice Thompson, The Witchery of Archery, 1879 Posts: 5455 | From: Albany, Oregon | Registered: Nov 2005
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