Non-Insulated Boot Suggestions?

[uteangler]

I have the Crispi Idaho boots. Everyone's feet are different and all that so who knows whether you'll like them. But they are hands down my favorite hunting boots ever. They are the perfect mix of comfort, stiffness, lightweight, and durable. I mainly hunt August to early November, so insulation is not necessary, and if it's a cold day, I just double up on socks or go with a heavy sock. I plan to buy the Nevada or Guide boot if I decide if need insulation. Hope this helps.

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[mcseal2]

I used to like my Danner Pronghorns but then the leather developed a fold just under the bone that protrudes on the outside of your ankle. The boot rubs it something awful now, so the boots have become unwearable.

Also, while Danners are comfortable right out of the box, they have a very flexible sole and leather that don't offer much support. How important that is varies directly with the slope of the hills you are hunting, the unevenness of the ground and whether you are backpacking.

I've had good luck with Meindls. I have a wide foot and they are one of the very few that I find comfortable.

I agree, I used the Danners for years and they are comfortable on flatter ground. Miles of sidehilling or packing weight they don't have enough support. I run Kennetrek Mountain Extreme uninsulated boots, and Meindl Cabelas Alaskan Hunter boots for insulated ones. I have no complaint with either. I think I'd choose the Kennetreks if I had to pick though.

The sole on the Danner Pronghorn isn't as aggressive and clogs up quicker too. That can be important on steep places if it rains or snow melts.

 

[Catahoula12]

Kenetrek hikers. Stiff soles yet comfortable all days

 

[Slugz]

We use Kennetrek Bridger lows for July, Aug, Sep. Oct , Nov Dec I'm in Danner Pronghorn 400s. I never had the need for the high end mountaineering boots unless I was going up to the moon hunting the Sangre De Christos or Collegiate Peaks area of Colorado. I'm not a sheep/goat hunter though. If I was I'd be wearing the Itailian boots I had before.

 

[FlaFlatlander]

I bought a pair of Lowa Tibets and spent five days sloshing around in the snow. At the end of the trip my feet were in great shape and some other folks with me had wet sore feet. Glad I spent little bit extra. Also if you look at Shoebuy.com or some other web sites out there they constantly have big discounts and a good return if they don't fit deal "read the small print". This made it more affordable. Don't skimp on boots if you are back packing.

 

[mcseal2]

We use Kennetrek Bridger lows for July, Aug, Sep. Oct , Nov Dec I'm in Danner Pronghorn 400s. I never had the need for the high end mountaineering boots unless I was going up to the moon hunting the Sangre De Christos or Collegiate Peaks area of Colorado. I'm not a sheep/goat hunter though. If I was I'd be wearing the Itailian boots I had before.

I need the ankle support of the stiff boots I've found. To many years wearing regular cowboy boots all the time has given me very flexible ankles. Great for not spraining one if I roll it a little, but not for supporting me on a sidehill with a heavy pack. I use the stiff boots every time I go west now and have had no ankle issues with them.

Everyone has to find what works for them. Boots are one of the most important pieces of hunting equipment, and one of the hardest to utilize anyone else's advice on.

 

[packmule]

I need the ankle support of the stiff boots I've found. To many years wearing regular cowboy boots all the time has given me very flexible ankles. Great for not spraining one if I roll it a little, but not for supporting me on a sidehill with a heavy pack. I use the stiff boots every time I go west now and have had no ankle issues with them.

Everyone has to find what works for them. Boots are one of the most important pieces of hunting equipment, and one of the hardest to utilize anyone else's advice on.

If you need a lot of ankle support and want insulated (tinfoil), check out the Columbia bugaboot. I've had a pair since 2011 and have yet to break down what feels like an ankle brace in those. They aren't too shabby for a sub 2lb pair of boots. I got them as a pair to goof around in and too keep my good boots out of the mess we goose hunt in and have decided that I actually like them.

 

[Bowhunter_60]

Contact Lathrop and Sons. They'll custom fit a boot for your foot. They can fit Danner, Lowa, etc. For your feet.

 

[oldskool67]

The ones that fit you best ! I have a couple of differen't pairs of the USA made Danners and find they provide good ankle support and durability. For steeper rocky terrain with heavy loads I love my Hanwag Alaskas. Again any of the top end brand boots will work, but they have to fit YOU.

 

[Don K]

Just picked up a pair of Lowas off shoebuy. 30 percent off sale, and I got 10 percent back through Ebates. 40 percent off figured I would try them out.

 

[retrieverfinder]

I used to like my Danner Pronghorns but then the leather developed a fold just under the bone that protrudes on the outside of your ankle. The boot rubs it something awful now, so the boots have become unwearable.

Also, while Danners are comfortable right out of the box, they have a very flexible sole and leather that don't offer much support. How important that is varies directly with the slope of the hills you are hunting, the unevenness of the ground and whether you are backpacking.

I've had good luck with Meindls. I have a wide foot and they are one of the very few that I find comfortable.

I couldn't agree more about the danner pronghorns. They burned up my heel as well. Just goes to show that not all boots fit everybody the same. TRY THEM ON FIRST!!

 

[Rich M]

I couldn't agree more about the danner pronghorns. They burned up my heel as well. Just goes to show that not all boots fit everybody the same. TRY THEM ON FIRST!!

I picked up a pair of Pronghorns and am breaking them in. First it was too tight on the right foot, after a week or so it stretched out there and no more pain. I like the way they cup the heel and hold my feet. Feel like a nice boot. Time will tell. Working on the third week of wearing them to work.

 

[Grundy53]

I really like my Crispi Valdres.

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[00BUCK]

I have also been looking for a new pair of non-insulated boots. The Cripsi Lapponia looks like they would work. Anyone have any experience with these?