Making the switch from "low top" boots to knee highs?
 

I'm in the market for a new set of boots before season comes in. I've always had the 10" highor so boots. Well, after reading some reviews of the Muck boots...I got to thinking that I wanted to try them. Went to the site (never seeing these boots before) and see they are knee-high boots. I'm not too sure how comfortable it will be for a boot to come up over my calf. Just seems like it wouldn't feel right.

Anyone have any suggestions/thoughts? I want to order something before tomorrow because my $25 off Cabelas coupon expires then.:D

Right now I'm rocking some older Irish Setters that have the rubber bottom and leather uppers. I like a soft-soled boot.

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Appreciate it fellas.:)

Seriously, anyone?

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I don't have Muck, but I have Browning rubbers that are calf high. They're perfectly comfortable, but I would suspect they will feel different than your low riders....

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cabelas has some of their own branded ones that I've had really good luck with. I usually go through a pair a year or I patch them up and try for two. But, these cabelas ones (400 grain thinsulate) are in their 3rd year and not a crack! Only problem is it's impossible to stalk with them. the tops of them make a bit of noise as I walk. There's little straps to tighten them up, but you can't tighten them enough (i have bird legs).

oh, i should mention that they are the most comfortable rubber boots I've ever worn. They rock! Never tried muck though, heard good things.

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Is there really a need for knee high boots if I don't even plan on wading in the swamps. Occasionally, I may walk a creek or two.

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They are sure nice when walking through wet weeds, and they help keep the chiggers off you ankles. Necessary? No. Nice? Yepper.

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I gotta say after wearing my Muck boots tonight for the third time, those things are more comfortable than my Nikes that I wear every day. They are the most comfortable boots I've ever worn. I was a Lacrosse fan, but I'm glad I made the switch.

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They wouldn't happen to be the Wood Max's, would they? Thats the ones I checking out. Soft sole?

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They are the Woody Max boots. Can't remember off hand if the sole was soft, I think the uppers are kinda rigid, but maybe the sole does give some. They're out in the truck now or I'd check. The guy at the store I bought them said his were so comfortable, he wears them around the house. I can see why. On the other hand, a friend of mine said he tried on a pair and they didn't fit him right. I think they're the best boots I've ever worn.

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I am also a ex-lacrosse man. They make good boots no doubt, but gosh these muck boots are comfy. They are unreal. I've had mine for a few weeks now. The first weekend I had them I went to a local WMA and walked over 9.5 miles in two days. No soreness or foot pain like I used to get. I can honestly say I could have walked more if I wanted. The tall rubber boots don't bother me at all. I actually wish I could get some that were a little taller. (I'm long legged)

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GMMAT is going to try the Muck boots. He said his shop owner uses them and you don't sweat in them. He tried in extreme weather or something like that. GMMAT can elaborate.

I've always worn rubber boots, well for about 15 years now, I prefer them in the woods. Today's boots have good support etc. I particular appreciate them cause I cross a creek on the way to one of my stands and the others usually have the water around.

I think you'll be happy with the Muck duc.... :D

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Well, I think I'm sold on Muck. Just gotta decide if I need the Woody Max. It says they are comfortable from 40 degrees to -40 deg. I want something to wear the whole fall, 70's and 80's to the low teens.

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Thanks Rob! Maybe Jeff will chime in and give me the details. I'm kinda skeered.[:o] Never owned a knee high boot before.

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How tall are we talkin? 18" or what? I thought about wearing wadders while crossing a creek/river to get to a couple stand locations. But if there is something on the market that I haven't seen and aretaller than 18", let me know where to find them.

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Put yer big boy pants on and do it......Sheesh, you whine like a little girl...... :D:D:D

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Ohio, these are only 16".

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Its been warmer than that here, and my feet didn't sweat. I haven't had the opportunity to check them out in real cold weather though, gimme a couple of months...

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Haha well, I don't have a couple months. My boots literally have NO tread. I fall down walking on leaves going up slight inclines/declines.[:'(]

...AND I need to spend $200 to get my $25 off....by tomorrow.:D

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A little girl that's killed a buck or two.[8D];):D


Sorry...I know thats a low blow but it felt sooo good.:D

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ya'll must of got a different woody max than i got cause them long walks feel like lonnnng walks and you do sweat in them.
they are good on the stand in cold weather and good for crossing creeks if the mud dont pull them off.
i think mine must be to big cause i just dont like walking in them but my brother loves his.mine leak at the end of one season, his hasn't leaked after four,good boots just cant hold up to my style of hunting lots of walking.the rubbers to easy to wear out.and no ankle support which i need badly
this is just my experience with them, two pairs no more for me.looking at snake boots now.

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Enjoy it while ya can there fella.......This will be your last season of being able to use THAT one......;)

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Well, I do a lot of walking as well. I don't "baby" my boots either. Decisions, decisions, decisions....:(

As much as I hate to make up a new Mobow wisecrack...I hope you're right.:) Good luck to you bud.

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Fear not, I'm quite confident I'll present you with brand new material soon enough.....[&o]