What is your mountain hunting boot of choice?

What is your mountain hunting boot of choice?

  • Lowa

    Votes: 136 28.0%
  • Scarpa

    Votes: 25 5.1%
  • Asolo

    Votes: 34 7.0%
  • Danner

    Votes: 31 6.4%
  • Salomon

    Votes: 44 9.1%
  • Kenetrek

    Votes: 80 16.5%
  • LasPortiva

    Votes: 18 3.7%
  • Hanwag

    Votes: 37 7.6%
  • Salewa

    Votes: 9 1.9%
  • Meindl

    Votes: 90 18.5%

  • Total voters
    486

snakelk

WKR
Joined
Apr 3, 2013
Messages
642
Location
Oregon
Lowa Hunter GTX Evo Extreme. Primarily used for fall elk hunting in Hell's Canyon. After years of getting by with Irish Setter, Danner, and Rocky boots, I finally took the plunge. I'm glad I did as these have proved to be my favorite boot to date. Although heavier and stiffer, I have no trouble hiking all week in them, they keep my feet warm and dry (multiple creek crossings), and they especially excel on steep rocky side hills. I have a narrower foot, so the Lowa's fit nicely. I've had zero issue with heel rub. I haven't worn Kenetrek Mountain Extremes, but many of my buddies use them and most seem to have issues with heel rubbing. Could be just the individual fit for each, or other factors such as socks, insoles, and/or lacing method. I'm happy with my Lowa's so I'm going to stick with them!
 

FLAK

WKR
Joined
Jan 22, 2014
Messages
2,287
Location
Gulf Coast
LOL!! I m still using an ancient pair of Cabelas Mtn. Hunters that have hunted
in AK, ID, NM, TX. AL. and GA. Still going strong.
 

HankBC

Lil-Rokslider
Joined
Jan 6, 2017
Messages
230
Location
BC, Canada
Running a pair of Irish Setter Elk Trackers with 200G of gore Tex. So far so good, used one season. Proven to be waterproof through multiple walks through creeks, and tough enough to climb around a couple mountains. Long lasting comfort, and a decent amount of stability. Love em!


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trom2k

FNG
Joined
Dec 22, 2014
Messages
61
Location
Salt Lake City
I've had a pair of Asolo Fugitive GTX's for years that won't die. They were my field and hunt boots. Still going strong. A bit lighter than most backpacking boots. Got a pair of Asolo TPS for heavier loads but could never get the fit right; would either give me terrible foot cramps or hotspots/blisters if loosened. Sold to a friend that is on his second set of soles.


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406

WKR
Joined
Nov 28, 2016
Messages
445
+1 for lowas, really liking the pair I bought for work. Will be buying a second pair this spring.

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Schnee's

WKR
Rokslide Sponsor
Joined
Jul 1, 2015
Messages
586
Location
Bozeman, MT
Don't worry, you are still the best boot I have ever worn.

You can play at my house any time.

Schnee's - good boots - good people, in my book.


Thanks guys. Really appreciate the kind words! And anyone reading this make sure you check our website/social media in the coming months...we have some really exciting stuff in the works. Including the new king of mountain boots... stay tuned
 
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