Favorite Hunting boots?

I can tell you which ones not to get, the Itasca brand boots from Canadian tire. Even though they say waterproof right on them, they suck up water like a sponge.
 
I bought these boots on Doglegs’ recommendation. I am very happy with them so far. Like he told me “make sure you buy lots of Leder Gris”.


Dogleg said:
Altberg Defenders; which are basically a standard issue British infantry boot. I wear them everyday, in town, hunting, on my fall, winter and spring trapline, and to more than a few weddings and funerals. Wet , dry, hot , cold, pretty darn steep, most of the continents.

I never knew what a good boot was before I tried Altbergs. Probably thought I did though. ;)
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These. Best boots ever for cold weather and 100% waterproof. Im on my first pair still but have a 2nd pair in the basement ready to take over when needed. Big and heavy but amazing especially for late season treestand hunting. I plan to buy more to have a stash ready for when they are truly unavailable. The prices are climbing though.

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https://colemans.com/shop/boots-and-footwear/u-s-g-i-extreme-cold-temperature-boots-white-unissued/
 
For spring and fall I love my Irish setter # 809.I have been wearing them for 25 years now .For cold winter hunting I love my Baffin Titan boots.
 
My Hanwag Alaska GTX have been my nearly daily wear for 2 years now. Many hiking and hunting trips in those boots, along with walking to and from work each day.
 
Dogleg said:
Altberg Defenders; which are basically a standard issue British infantry boot. I wear them everyday, in town, hunting, on my fall, winter and spring trapline, and to more than a few weddings and funerals. Wet , dry, hot , cold, pretty darn steep, most of the continents.

I never knew what a good boot was before I tried Altbergs. Probably thought I did though. ;)
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I looked them up, and they appear to be similar to my Meindls; if these ever wear out, I'll try a pair.
 
Been wearing La Sportiva Nepal Evo’s for 10+ years mountain hunting and guiding. They are expensive at $700 a pair but spending time in the mountains there is no substitute.
 
I got a set of Muck Boots this year and I am impressed. If its colder I have a set of Cabalas Inferno Pack boots.

Lowas I have a pair I use for work they are very comfortable I will be looking at another pair with the new boot allowance. :)

I have used a lot of other boots over the last few decades, and I may need to look into a pair of Altberg Defenders
 
Clay00019 said:
Kamik Ice Breakers
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Got these. Great for keeping dry when it's super gross out, but less than ideal for walking long distances.

Magellann said:
I can tell you which ones not to get, the Itasca brand boots from Canadian tire. Even though they say waterproof right on them, they suck up water like a sponge.
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Haha those are exactly what I'm looking to replace. The first year, they were great. Waterproof, warm, light weight. Year two, they were waterproof-ish, couldn't walk through standing water but kept me dry pushing bush in the rain. Now it's year 3, and they're still decently warm and comfy but they're about as waterproof as my skate shoes now...

I'll definitely check out Irish setters. Any suggestions on stores in greater Vancouver that carry a decent selection?

Anyone have experience with schnees or kenetrek? They're a bit more than I wanted to spend but I'm in a buy once cry once mode with this purchase.
 
Ardent said:
If you want boots for mountains look at Lowa and Scarpa, Sportivas are good too. Muck and Cabelas are eastern boots different requirements.
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ya the pinnacles were the last "good" moose and elk hunting boot that cabelas carried but they were not a mountain boot. There is nothing at wholesale or cabelas that I would even consider these days.
I've been looking at the sportivas but the line below the Evo .... starts with an M i think.....
Being in the sticks it makes it hard to shop for boots with MEC 6 or so hours away LOL and so many boots online it makes the head spin.
 
I have both Irish Setters and Muck boots. Of the two, I prefer the Muck because they fit better and are more rigid, thus providing better support while hiking up and down slopes in the wooded areas of eastern Canada. Another advantage for the Muck is the neoprene construction, which make them waterproof for all practical purposes. They are warm and do not breathe as well though, so I carry extra socks in my pack for a mid-day change... Either are good choices, you just need to decide on the best option for you based on fit and type of hunting terrain anticipated.
 
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