Best Elk Boot?
 

What waterproof boots qualify as best for treking thru the mountains for days on end?

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i live, work and hunt in the mtns in co i have had a pair of filsons for the past couple of years and they are awsome. better than my danners or any of the boots i've got from cabelas
i haven't had any problems with any of them but the filsons are the best.
with boots --like anything else you get what you pay for

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I would have to say that White's boots are probably the best boots going. A water proof, insulated pair could run upwards of $500, though. I have a pair of Smokejumpers that have lasted me almost 3 years so far, and have not even touched the tread. Use them for work, hiking, and all around wear, as well as firefighting. They are uninsulated, though, and when they get cold- they get COLD! They can be rebuilt if need be and will last a lifetime. They work really well in the areas that I get into around here. Steep, rocky trails that someone could easily break an ankle on if not wearing a good pair of boots. (I've seen it way too many times.) I also have a pair of boots that I got from Cabela's in 2000 for $89, and wear when the weather starts getting cold and wet. They have done well and are very comfortable. I would also look into Wolverine, Filson, and Red Wing. Good boots are a very important investment, and you will regret it after a 5+ mile day in the woods if you don't have a good pair!

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The most comftorable boot I've ever owned has got to be Danners. They require no break in period. I now wear the Antelpoes by Danner, they're light, they have 800grams of thinsulate and are down right a pleasure to wear.
I can't imagine there's any better out there. I'm defenitely not looking, as I 'm totally satisfied with what I now have. They're completely waterproof, and no problem walking 2miles or 15 miles no matter the country. I'm a bowhunter and wear these boots in near 80 deg temps with no problems. I've also elk hunted in near zero weather in lots of snow, and was plenty warm. Best all around boot for me. elknut1

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This past off season I bought a pair of cabels outfitter series boots, and I love them. I bought them three months before the season started because I figured that they would need to be broken in. They needed no breaking in right out of the box. I walked all over unit 444 in Colorado this past season with no problems. My feet get really cold when still hunting, so I opted for the 2000grams of insulation. My feet never got cold, or wet.

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I have found the meindl canadas to be very comfortable and durable.

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For my money, Danners are hard to beat.

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Thanks for the replies fellas.

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arrowsmit,

This is not about a best boot, but thought some of you might be interested. About 3 yrs ago I bought some electric gloves and intersoles for my boots from Kreamer Sports. I have never been able to keep my feet warm on a stand and my fingers just about freeze off riding an ATV or when in my boat for hunting or fishing. Kreamer can put heat in anything and they work. Not trying to help their sales but they really worked with me trying to set the gloves and boot warmers (intersoles) to work in a deer stand, in my boat, and on a 4 whl. Their email is: [email protected] and their web is: www.kreamersports.com

Hope this helps those of you that suffer like I did.

dog1

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If any of you guys out there like Danner boots I found what I think is a GREAT :D deal on some @ Bass Pro shops. They're the 8" pronghorn model, uninsulated, leather, waterproof, super light. Check it out, for $49.95 you can't go wrong. I bought some for my October elk hunt in Montana as a "warm" weather pair. And no, :eek:I don't work for them , just trying to pass on a good deal!!

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I put on my rubber boots when elk or any big game hunting for that matter. They are great for scent control but the will burn the back of your legs if you walk too long in them. Luckily i don't do a whole lot of walking in elk season i put on maybe 1 mile a day so they don't burn me too bad.

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I use the Cabelas Outfitter all leather Gore-Tex boot. I've had a pair for the last 4 years and they have been great. I'll be buying another pair when this pair wears out (which will be soon as I wear them nearly year round from Turkey hunting all through until the end of Elk season).

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I'm a fan of Danner Elk Hunters.

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Danner Pronghorns are a good tough boot.
Lightweight, 400gm thinsulate, goretex, good traction.
They are comfortable as well and one of the few boots you can lace all the way up tightly without them hurting your ankles.

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Can anyone give me any advise on Irish setter boots, are they a very good boot for elk hunting. I herd the bullseye bob soles are a very good choice.

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These guys know there boots. My suggestion is buy two pair especially when hunting in the snow. Your feet will sweat in just alittle bit of walking and they won't be dried out in one night in camp. Two pairs will let one dry while you can wear the other pair the next day. No frozen toes is the main key.

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I would have to agree the only boot to buy is a pair of Whites! I have the hiker and the smoke jumper. If you want a pair of boots that will last for years buy the best. My father got his first pair in 1973 and will never buy any other boot.

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I think Danners are a good choice and whites are a little on the heavy side for all day hunting.The best pair of boots are a well broke in pair.

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Besides my Danner Elk Hunters, I also purchased a pair of Cabelas trophy Series, lace to toe boots. They seem OK, but I like the Danners much better. the Cabelas will mainly be a backup.

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Danners are tough to beat. What ever you go with, make sure the boot breaths. A waterproof boot that doesn't allow your feet to breath will just trap moisture, once that starts to happen, it doesn't take long to really tear up your feet.

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Another vote for Danners the "Pronghorn" model. Well made, Gore-tex, and most importantly it is LIGHT. Any "Elk" boot needs to be as light as you can make it and still have durabilty and comfort.