Whats everyones thoughts on Kennetrek mountin extremes? I had a pair of Meindl denali boots and they were very comfy except the toe box was like kicking into a concrete wall while descending hills, and the soles were super slipery on hard frozen ground. Very hard rubber sole i think is the major downfall there?

i thought they were ok, like my danners better.  most boots are slippy on hard frozen ground.

I got a pair of Kennetrek hard tactical's for work and play. Very comfortable and quick break in time. I'm sure the Mountain extremes would be even better than what I have now.

I wore a pair of hardscrabble lights on a muley hunt in Idaho.  I thought they worked great.

I have the Moutain Extremes and have been happy with them. I wore out many pairs of Meindel's, and you are right the soles were a weak point and these are better.

Because of the rubber rand they hold up real well in the rocks I hunt in here.  It's all sharp rocks or cactus.  So far no cuts or holes after three seasons.
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One of the finest boots I've ever had on.  They are not quiet so archery hunting with them would be out in most situations.  If you hunt rough terrian I could not recomend them enough.

Very good boot.  I did replace the factory insole with an after market insole.  I've got a pair of extremes and hardscrabbles. Excellent customer service also.