$200 boots?

[Builder]

I would have to third the perfekt hiker by Meindel, $200.00.
Second would be Danner's.

[Biathlonman]

Hard to beat Mendel's if you really need boots.  I've recently gone to wearing inov-8 rocklite 390 gtx trail running boots.  Don't see myself going back to "real" boots anytime soon.  So much lighter and more comfortable.  I've had no trouble wearing them with 60+ lbs. Packs for miles at a time, but don't have any issues with my lower parts.  Good merino wool socks and I'm good well below freezing but my feet rarely if ever get cold.

[RUSTY1]

I just got a pair of Rocky Western Bearclaws. Just under $200.00 and the first time wearing them they felt like they were already broke in! Very comfortable!!

[DamselflyFarm]

I've a set of LL Bean boots (not just because I work there) and a set of Irish Setters. I like them both a whole lot for different reasons. The Bean boots are quieter and really comfortable in a loose-fitting sort of way. The Irish Setters are rugged and stirdy. Both are very dry and warm.

[TJK68]

I like the Irish Setter Elk Trackers, and my Danner's. I also have a pair of boots made by Cabela's that are great boots.

[Outwest]

I am in the Meindel crowd.I've had 5 pairs now and will never change brands.

John

[TaterHill Archer]

Keen boots have served me well.  I like them better than anything else I've had.   Danner still makes good boots. But i dont like them as well as i used to.  Salomon makes some good boots as well.

[DesertDude]

Danner Pronghorns

[landman]

I've had a pair of Russell turkey hunters for about 30 years and they would be perfect for anywhere in the South, especially where you are likely to encounter snakes.

If you buy a pair you should get them perhaps one half size larger to accommodate a warm weather sock, like wool.   If I were to order another pair I would ask Russell to make my uppers about 1/2-3/4 of an inch larger so that I could tuck my pants legs into them more comfortably.

I also have Russell's Safari boot; the low cut thing that you can wear without socks.  I'm going to send mine back to Russell and have them replace the hard rubber sole with plantation crepe.

Russell's might be a little more expensive but you'll forget that after you've worn them a season.

[gregg dudley]

Looks like there are as many loyal boot customers as there are loyal bow customers!  Thanks for all of the replies.

[babs]

I like danner pronghorns and rocky bearclaws. make shure you get the all leather ones they keep your feet alot warmer and last twice as long

[sweeney3]

L.L. Bean.  $115-140ish, comfy, quiet.  Dust your feet with alum powder for a while so they sweat less and maybe wear foot powder if you'll be out all day.  Good boots.

[4 point]

Meindl air revolutions are the best boots I've owned. I like them better than the Perfekt hunter.

[gringol]

Boots are very personal.  Try on a bunch before you buy. Shouldn't be hard to find some in your price range.

[raghorns]

I have a pair of Lowa Renegades that went to the Az mountains elk hunting this year and Missouri deer woods...they are excellent. When I put them on the first time, I felt as though they were custom made for my feet...they are a medium weight hiker.

Lyle

[MnFn]

Meindle perfekt hiker. Two trips elk hunting in Colorado and I am pleased with their support. AND I have weak arches.

[NoCams]

Gregg,
Don talked me into a pair of uninsulated Danner Pronghorns years ago. LOVE them ! I wear them for all our scouting, stand hanging, and early season down to about 30. Any colder than that and I switch to my Lacrosse 7mm thick Alpha Lites. I LOVE them too ! Not sure how many miles or hours of work those Danners have seen and they look it but still perform as new. I think they are about 10 years old now.... Think I will go give them some TLC in the form of some good ole Montana Pitch Blend right now !  

[dougk61]

I have Men's Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Hiking which are selling used on **** for $30-$60 per pair.  The other boots that will last and last but are more $ are the Kenetrek  Hardscrabble Hiker.

[eflanders]

I'm with the Meindl fan club.  Over the past few years I have been one of the few guys in elk camp that didn't get blisters or leaks yet except the others that used the Meindls.  But some guys don't care for a leather boot due to weight and will foresake the waterproofness and durability for the lighter weight.

[gregg dudley]

Thanks for all the good information, guys!