I am a cheap azz, I like Irish setters, and hi techs. All I can say is have more than one pair, getting them to slowly dry out is paramount to performance and longevity. Peet boot driers if you have electricity. I delaminates a pair of boots leaving them too close to the fire 🔥 box.
I do like the Peet’s boot dryer, but be forewarned, they will ruin a Goretex liner. Not a big deal for me, as I don’t get boots with them in them these days. And always more than one pair of boots on a hunting trip.
