Done it both ways. I'm not hardcore like most people on here, but some big pros and cons already mentioned. The upshots for me are that it's a very rewarding experience to be out there alone and you can go at your own pace whatever that may be. The downsides are pretty obvious. No second opinion...
OR Cirque in colder weather and Prana Zion pants when it's milder. Both have worked great for me, but it's tough to find pants with a 34 inseam and I put a big premium on fit. Kuiu and Sitka pants are too short for me, and way more $$$.
I've used the Scarpa R-Evolution Trek (from KUIU) and they worked very well. I could've used a little more ankle support in lengthy sidehills and nasty terrain once I was fully loaded with sheep. Other than that, they are great.
I agree with other posters about the mental aspect. I think you can have a successful sheep hunt without a huge amount of training if you have an ok baseline fitness level. I have only gone on one sheep hunt so far (we were successful), but I don't think either of us were in exceptional shape by...
I recently completed a successful 5-day sheep hunt in the Wrangells using this boot. Overall, I am happy with the boot. I would describe the fit as semi-narrow, flat soled, and they run a little bit large(12 or 12.5 Scarpa vs 13 Nike). It is light, the waterproofing was good, and the ankle...