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Yer damn tootin'. USA all the way. Having worked outdoors, construction, logging, my whole life...work boots ARE hiking boots and Thorogoods are worth every penny. Break in? Lace 'em up and go to work, done deal. Unlike these brand name plastic pussy boots, Thorogoods are rebuildable by the factory. As far as I am concerned, these 'special' hiking boots, hunting boots is a total yuppie crock of schidt.

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If you are really going to be hiking back, go with the best boot you can buy.

For me, it’s Crispi.

Just ordered a pair of Kenetrek's new Corrie to try out. $275.00 My Lowa Renegades died a hard death, Still have my Tibet GTX's and Sheep Hunters.

having not heard of this crispi brand i just checked out their website. A little too flat brim and newly bearded bro for me. Reminds me of the fly fishing D bags that have taken over that sport.

Any idea where these things are made? Actually made in italy?

For Field Grade Charlie......................



Stihl.

Not knocking the crispis...but just curious if the juice is worth the squeeze as they say. They are not cheap

Not knocking them either, but if you're going to pay +$400 for boots, they better be re-buildable.

Lots of custom boots that are great, once you've gone through the trouble of getting the first pair (measurements and all), it's easier to stay with the same brand, since you can just buy more (if wanted), and they have your information on file.

White's

Nick's

Wesco's

Russell's,

etc.

lots of great boots out there.

Yes. Hardscrabbles is the model

Here’s how I settled on Crispi’s.. In the ensuing 17 months, I’ve been nothing but thrilled with them. I dunno about the models on their website these days, but the boots are definitely the real deal. Some of the hardest-core hunters on this forum use them.

Now it may well be that you don’t need something this high-end for what you’re looking to do. It only makes sense to match the equipment to the job at hand.

In my case, I bought them with an eye on a future sheep hunt. It’s possible I’ll wear these out before I’m able to actually get around to it. If that happens, I’ll replace ‘em with the same boots.

Whatever you choose, get all of your contenders on your feet, so you can choose wisely.

FC

The Keen is the worst, worst, boot I've ever owned. They will be a high priced fire.

My son has Crispi Nevadas. He says the ankle support is very good.

Hoka Kaja Goretex

If you are looking for a Merrel/Keen style boot, I highly recommend Oboz. Scheels is the place I get mine. They cost slightly more, but are really comfortable.

Take a look at Salewa. I have the MS Crow GTX. A firm but very comfortable boot. Mine are only 2 years old but they have worn very well.

https://www.salewa.com/en-us/f/men-mountain-footwear

https://www.salewa.com/en-us/ms-crow-gtx-00-0000061328?c=1518271

Another endorsement for Asolo; been wearing then for 25-30 years.

My favorites are Lathrop & Sons Mountain Hunter, and Hanwag Alaskan GTX. With both I use Lathrop & Sons insoles, which are great. These are my primary hunting boots.

I have two pairs of White’s custom Packers, the newest of which is 33 years old and going strong. They are also good in tough country, especially horseback hunting. While a bit dated and heavy, they are hell for stout and have great support.

Friends whose opinions are rooted in heavy experience who I trust are happy with Kennetreks; I’ve not had any.

I do not like insulated boots, unless I’m mostly inactive in single digit cold and snow. For this, I use Danner Canadians.

I put lots of miles on my Salomon Quest hiking boots, all kinds of terrain, dry feet every time.

Hoffmans Explorer hands down. Didn't like Crispis, Kenetreks were ok.

my advice to you: buy another one

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