Got a Kodiak Island blacktail hunt coming up in October. I'm finally able to pull the trigger and get a quality boot now that I looking to get back into hunting trips again. Contacted Lathrop and Sons for the custom footbed kit and about custom boots. Was told the entire process this time of year would be 3 - 4 weeks. Read tons of reviews and was looking forward to the process. However, been weeks since I returned my kit so I called to make sure everything was in order. I was told to expect a call later that day that I was next in line. Almost 2 weeks have past and still no call and I either get the answering machine or no answer. I'm now concerned if I need to go this route based on some of the recent comments about service and delays and no return calls. I dont want to start then not get my boots in time. Anyone know if they are having issues? Whats the best alternative if I plan on hunting AK each year.