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Can't afford the $400 + boots and $250 is a stretch, but thought if somebody had a good boot bargain recommendation they could pass it on. Used for easy terrain whitetail hunts, spring turkey, walking the hills coyote hunting, and an occasional elk hunt. Bought some of the Vietnam "Meindl" ultralights from Cabelas a year ago and they are already leaking. Didn't realize they were made in Vietnam when I bought them UGGG. Looked at the Danner 452/453 and they are made in CHINA. Realize I won't get an American made boot in my budget but thought I would see what some of you guys thought. Thanks in advance.
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I've got some LaSportiva Core Highs that I like well for that sort of usage. Check out some of the Asolo's, especially from Sierra Trading Post. They have some killer deals now and again.
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I've been wearing wolverine durashocks fro the last few years. Those boots fixed my plantar fasciitis problem that I had for years. 10 minutes ago I ordered a pair of durashock hunters. I'll let you know how they work out in the next few weeks. On sale right now for $130. Made in the USA
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My Danner Pronghorns from Cabelas still don't leak. Bought them 6 years ago for a Colorado hunt. Most comfortable hunting boots I own.
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Alico Summit boots with superfeet green insoles. Kind of a high-volume fit, but a very well made boot. Get a good pair of gaiters if you're having wet foot problems. They're good for more than just snow.
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Yep, Alico Summit. You might not even need the insoles. Try Sierra Trading Post.
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I `ve worn Wolverine Durashocks for work for better than 25 years. They`re a very comfortable boot. I just had the sole come off of my Wolverine (non Durashock) boots. They were 10 years old, so no great loss. I picked up a pair of Irish Setter Elk Trackers with 1000 gr of thinsulate. They`re very comfortable. $220.00 at my local Sporting goods store.
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ive had really good time with the solomon 4d gtx, fit great wear really good, never a blister or hotspot, lots of miles on 2 different pairs, even with gaiters the goretex they use is not even close to waterproof in either pair,,,,,
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Thanks for the replies. I'm headed to Cabelas tonight to try and return my leakers and check out what they have. Thanks for all of the suggestions.
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Well I have to give Cabela's credit. They returned the full purchase price of my leakers so I tried several pairs of boots on today and I have to admit the Danner Pronghorns felt the best to me so that's what I'm going to try for now. Thanks to all of you for your responses .
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Danner Pronghorns are the Chevy 350 of boots... my wife and kids wear them. They’re probably the best “cheap” boot out there.
Personally.... I will skimp on a rifle, a scope, Binocular, pack, etc.... before I skimp on boots. As far as I’m concerned, my boots are my single most important piece of “hunting equipment”. I have a pair of Lowa SheepHunters that I paid $400 for, they’re on their 10th Season. I’d guess they have several hundre hard miles on them. They’ve never leaked, and I’ve never had a single blister... they are so worth the verbal accosting from my wife at the time of purchase. $40/year is pretty inexpensive for quality boots.
PS.... I still wear those boots 30-50 Days a year..... that wife is loooong gone.... them’s good boots.
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If you have time , keep an eye on Amazon, I bought my Kenetrek Hard Scrabbles on there for $265.00 with free shipping....
Sierra trading Post is a good recommendation also. Good deals at times. Just be sure to give them a bogus or not used email to get additional savings as they clog an email with junk......
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Can't afford the $400 + boots and $250 is a stretch, but thought if somebody had a good boot bargain recommendation they could pass it on. Used for easy terrain whitetail hunts, spring turkey, walking the hills coyote hunting, and an occasional elk hunt. Bought some of the Vietnam "Meindl" ultralights from Cabelas a year ago and they are already leaking. Didn't realize they were made in Vietnam when I bought them UGGG. Looked at the Danner 452/453 and they are made in CHINA. Realize I won't get an American made boot in my budget but thought I would see what some of you guys thought. Thanks in advance. 1) Got 3 pair of Cabela's Meindles, and they all sucked. 2) You didn't mention how high you require your boots to be.
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I've bought more boots from Sierra Trading Posts than anywhere else. At any given time, I've always had at least one pair of Alico Boots in service for the last 25 years. I currently wear their Mountain Hunter, which is insulated. I have a pair of their Guide boots, that's a bit too big, and I've worn out multiple pairs of Summit and Tahoe. I also have a pair of Gronell Burmas w/ Outdry. I don't know if you can get them in the US anymore, but they are excellent boots. Alico Mountain Hunter Alico Guide Gronell Burma MSR
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Anytime anyone mentions gators you know that boots sucks come moisture. Asolo?
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Danner Pronghorns are the Chevy 350 of boots... my wife and kids wear them. They’re probably the best “cheap” boot out there.
Personally.... I will skimp on a rifle, a scope, Binocular, pack, etc.... before I skimp on boots. As far as I’m concerned, my boots are my single most important piece of “hunting equipment”. I have a pair of Lowa SheepHunters that I paid $400 for, they’re on their 10th Season. I’d guess they have several hundre hard miles on them. They’ve never leaked, and I’ve never had a single blister... they are so worth the verbal accosting from my wife at the time of purchase. $40/year is pretty inexpensive for quality boots.
PS.... I still wear those boots 30-50 Days a year..... that wife is loooong gone.... them’s good boots. Lot's of wisdom in this post. Agree 100%. Boots (and I will add glass) are the two things I'll never skimp on. Oh, and I'll add hunting partner to that list!
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For that money and that usage, I sure like my Asolo Fugitive GTX. You should Google them. Apparently it is one of those items "operators" purchase from out of their own pockets.
Anyway, I love mine and will be purchasing another pair whenever these decide to give up the ghost, which won't be soon.
"What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly: it is dearness only that gives every thing its value. Heaven knows how to put a proper price upon its goods; and it would be strange indeed if so celestial an article as freedom should not be highly rated." Thomas Paine
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I'm liking these and Merlot approved: Solomon Quest 4D2 GTX
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