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Title: What boots for early bow season
Post by: bkbk12 on August 30, 2010, 03:50:00 PM
I just made  arecent post and was just wondering what boots everyone wears for the hot 90+ degree hunting weather Rubber Leather or cloth
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Post by: Slasher on August 30, 2010, 03:53:00 PM
bean uninsulated
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Post by: lpcjon2 on August 30, 2010, 03:58:00 PM
Rubber grange by lacrosse.
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Post by: Ravenhood on August 30, 2010, 04:04:00 PM
Rubber Grange Lacrosse insulated, got some uninsulted and my feet swet to much in them.
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Post by: PLS-12224 on August 30, 2010, 04:10:00 PM
Danner Pronghorn
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Post by: rastaman on August 30, 2010, 04:14:00 PM
Muck boots if going to a treestand...if sneaking, trail running shoes with "gaiters".
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Post by: gudspelr on August 30, 2010, 04:21:00 PM
Another for the Bean uninsulated


Jeremy
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Post by: Friends call me Pac on August 30, 2010, 04:27:00 PM
Rocky snake boots and I hope they never get tested.
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Post by: reddogge on August 30, 2010, 04:30:00 PM
Meindl Perfekt Hikers.
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Post by: GingivitisKahn on August 30, 2010, 05:23:00 PM
Sounds like a job for for my Converse Chuck Taylor high-tops.
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Post by: Masham Man on August 30, 2010, 05:30:00 PM
Danner Jackal
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Post by: robtattoo on August 30, 2010, 05:38:00 PM
Ghillie boots (I swear, my mission in life is to convert all American hunter to these things!) They're ultra, ultra lightweight, soft, flat soled & silent to stalk in. If you eiher don't mind wet feet when it rains, or have an alternative for wet weather, Ghillies are the perfect early season/stalking boot.

 (http://www.christophershoes.co.uk/images/item-pics/496_M327TS_Desert_Boots_ROAMERS_Ghillie_Tie_Desert_Boot.jpg)
Title: Re: What boots for early bow season
Post by: ber643 on August 30, 2010, 05:55:00 PM
I've been a Muck boot fan for years now. When it gets too cold (my Mucks aren't the insulated or even camo variety - just the plain ol' green ones) I wear a pair of thinsulate boots (of any kind I have on hand).

Those Ghillies sure look and sound comfortable, Rob but I hate wet feet. I have a lot of trouble with me feet anyway.
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Post by: nc recurveman on August 30, 2010, 07:14:00 PM
It's hard to beat the grange boots from lacrosse, atleast in my neck of the woods....or swamp. Around here moving thru some water routine, hell short unexpected swims aren't all that uncommon. And they are snakeproof atleast to cottonmouths   :eek:      :eek:
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Post by: on August 30, 2010, 07:24:00 PM
Moose hide mocs from Ely, Mn. or canvas desert military high tops.
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Post by: Barry Wensel on August 30, 2010, 07:42:00 PM
Robtattoo those look excellent. I'm kind of a boot freak anyway. I really like Timberland Earthkeeper Originals, which look like a six inch leather field boot except the main uppers are instead heavy canvas trimmed in leather. Very light weight and comfortable. They normally sold for $130. but as usual they quit making them. I found two pairs for $38. this summer and got them both. Excellent warm weather boots but these Ghillies look like the ticket too. Thanks for the info. BW
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Post by: toppredator on August 30, 2010, 07:52:00 PM
I like the Broadhead from Rocky.  Lightweight, comfortable, and have scent eliminating lining.
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Post by: lpcjon2 on August 30, 2010, 08:05:00 PM
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Originally posted by GingivitisKahn:
Sounds like a job for for my Converse Chuck Taylor high-tops.
You don't mean those chuck t's that come over the calf like Lady GaGa wears ...LOL
Title: Re: What boots for early bow season
Post by: ckanous on August 30, 2010, 08:07:00 PM
I have some low cut Bogs. They are neoprene so they are hot but since they are low cut like a regular shoe they aren't to bad, and waterproof.
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Post by: Jason Hansen on August 30, 2010, 11:14:00 PM
8" Danner Grouse leather boots for early season.  They are comfortable and Made In The USA!    :thumbsup:
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Post by: GingivitisKahn on August 31, 2010, 06:54:00 AM
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Originally posted by lpcjon2:
 
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Originally posted by GingivitisKahn:
Sounds like a job for for my Converse Chuck Taylor high-tops.
You don't mean those chuck t's that come over the calf like Lady GaGa wears ...LOL [/b]
Lol no but now I can't stop picturing that.     :biglaugh:

Thanks alot!    :laughing:
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Post by: kbetts on August 31, 2010, 10:31:00 AM
Lacrosse Alpha Burly FLX.  I don't want to admit it, but they are better than the original Grange.  Uninsulated of course.  Rubber coated neoprene is the ticket.
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Post by: shbne on August 31, 2010, 10:54:00 AM
Are the Browning Kangaroo Boots still around?


Those things were nice.
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Post by: ScottV_7 on August 31, 2010, 11:24:00 AM
Laugh at the Chucks if you must, but you can throw them right in the washing machine which is a plus for hot weather footwear IMO.    :p

And they're cheap.  Wally World knockoffs even cheaper.
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Post by: BWD on August 31, 2010, 11:43:00 AM
A good pair of snake boots around here.
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Post by: trapperzeke on August 31, 2010, 01:29:00 PM
Irish Setter 200g. boots ("shadow trek"?).  I figure I'll sweat no matter what I wear, and the 200g. insulation gives a wide range of comfort.  They're a bit stiff for stalking, but they're comfortable as all get out.  When it gets real cold, my Danner Pronghorns in 1000g.
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Post by: Spectre on August 31, 2010, 01:33:00 PM
Vibram Five Fingers.
 http://www.vibramfivefingers.com/
Title: Re: What boots for early bow season
Post by: Spectre on August 31, 2010, 01:34:00 PM
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Originally posted by ScottV_7:
Laugh at the Chucks if you must, but you can throw them right in the washing machine which is a plus for hot weather footwear IMO.     :p  

And they're cheap.  Wally World knockoffs even cheaper.
Hellz yeah! Chucks are the poor man's moccasin.
Title: Re: What boots for early bow season
Post by: Pete Arthur on August 31, 2010, 01:49:00 PM
I wear the LaCrosse Alpha Burleys too. Of course, I don't hunt if it's 90 outside either lol..
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Post by: nutmeg on August 31, 2010, 01:59:00 PM
Another Bean uninsulated.(nut)
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Post by: Zmonster on August 31, 2010, 02:32:00 PM
Most of the above mentioned are great choices.

I use Danner pronghorns, Uninsulated Bean's and The vibram 5 fingers. All depends where exactly Im going, what Im doing and which ones are closer to me when Im grabbing for a set. Ive even used my issued Blackhawk tactical desert boots.
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Post by: Missouri Bowman on August 31, 2010, 06:13:00 PM
LL Bean, what else.
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Post by: Zbearclaw on August 31, 2010, 07:02:00 PM
Merrell GTX Chameleon mid heights.

Have hunted AZ, AK, CA, and GA.  Awesome boot with great heel cup and vibram sole.  Swift, silent, and deadly...
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Post by: bushytail on August 31, 2010, 07:16:00 PM
I`ll be wearing moccasins alot this year.I wore them a couple of times last year,and they were comfortable.
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Post by: Sam McMichael on August 31, 2010, 08:11:00 PM
Snakeboots. Other than that I use a pair of field shoes ordered from The Sportsman's Guide for $59.00. The field shoes are very comfortable for casual walking, and I don't have any steep, rough terrain that calls for special ankle support.
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Post by: cohutta orange on August 31, 2010, 08:35:00 PM
merrell chameleons also
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Post by: on August 31, 2010, 08:41:00 PM
what ! no flip flops ?
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Post by: levibear on August 31, 2010, 08:46:00 PM
I have a new pair they look like  camo cross training shoes, they are made by danner. I bought them from Cabelas, we will see how well  they work.
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Post by: VTer on August 31, 2010, 09:12:00 PM
Some 8" Bean boots for early season in VT which is Oct. If it was 90 out, I'm pretty sure I wouldn't be hunting.
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Post by: njloco on August 31, 2010, 09:15:00 PM
Don't know the name of them but they are from Cabela's, I tried looking them up but couldn't find them. They are sneakers inside a rubber boot, you tie the sneaker first then just zip up the boot, they are attached to each other. Very comfortable and light.
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Post by: S.C. Hunter on August 31, 2010, 11:19:00 PM
I wear tan Oakley spec ops boots. They feel like a good pair of running shoes. The sole design is good for all surfaces and the flex in the boot sole is so good you can go all day. Stable but enough flex and quiet I keep sneaking up on myself. Seriously I was at a shoot a couple weeks ago and at 265# I don't weigh 210# like I did back in the Corps, anyway I had the guy in my group yell out twice during the day as we were recording scores and I was right behind him he never heard me.He even made a comment about being so quiet.
Title: Re: What boots for early bow season
Post by: on September 01, 2010, 02:04:00 AM
I don't ever think I am having any fun until my feet are wet. If I was not such a wimp, I would go bare foot on warm days.
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Post by: nc recurveman on September 01, 2010, 04:14:00 AM
Pavan I have some pics of me and some of the boys goose huntin in shorts and no shirt. course their wasn't as much of me back then. lol I forget who said it but if we didn't hunt in 90+ weather you wouldn't hunt during the NC bow season lol
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Post by: on September 01, 2010, 09:10:00 AM
Another vote for Mucks here.

Bisch
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Post by: wixwood on September 01, 2010, 09:10:00 AM
I second the Danner Jackal. I love the Pronghorn boots too but for the warmer weather, Jackal.
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Post by: David McLendon on September 01, 2010, 09:18:00 AM
Bow season opens here in 10 days, it'll be hot and the first deer will be shot with me wearing shorts a T shirt and flip flops, traditional old school flip flops of course... and a footed wood arrow.
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Post by: mississippidave on September 01, 2010, 09:24:00 AM
Lacrosse La Grange uninsulated for me!
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Post by: neargeezer on September 01, 2010, 09:25:00 AM
Out West, I find that Meindl boots give me the most comfort for the most miles. The "Perfekt Hikers" are the most versatile for me.
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Post by: Shawn Leonard on September 01, 2010, 05:24:00 PM
90 degrees, no boots at all!! I wouldn't be huntin! Shawn
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Post by: ckanous on September 01, 2010, 08:35:00 PM
Anybody ever make ghilli flip flops?
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Post by: Scout78 on September 10, 2010, 09:41:00 AM
We need to get on LaCrosse and bring these back. I just found them and they're discontinued. Look perfect for early season stalking:
 

 http://media.midwayusa.com/ProductImages/Large/184452.jpg


Eric
Title: Re: What boots for early bow season
Post by: GingivitisKahn on September 10, 2010, 06:29:00 PM
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Originally posted by Scout78:
We need to get on LaCrosse and bring these back. I just found them and they're discontinued. Look perfect for early season stalking:
 

  http://media.midwayusa.com/ProductImages/Large/184452.jpg  


Eric
Oooh - those do look nice.