Good boots?

[muc33]

Irish Setter guy through and through. I don't hunt in heavy insulated ones either, the field leathers for early season and the 200 grams for mid to late season. Love them, they are durable, breath good and great traction and sole wear with solid ankle support.

[life=outdoors92]

u might think i am weird....Timberland. the rappers wear them now but u know, its the best boot i ever wore. and my dad also had a pair for almost 20 years with no problems (grouse and pheasant hunting). and i have had a pair of wingshooters and danners

http://shop.timberland.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4064123&orderSourceCode=0

-if that doesn't work, its the Timberland 6 inch premium boot (wheat)

[Random guy]

Well I thank everybody for all the info, this is great! I have looked, researched and have been staring at everybody's feet asking "How do you like your boots?" I have heard the same thing over and over, Danners are great but make sure they are American made and NOT the Pronghorn. I like the feedback and looks of the Whites but $400+ breaks my price point. After lots of consideration I am going with the Danner Rain Forest; its a bit heaver at 74oz vs the pronghorn 54oz but only 14oz more then my Rocky's I have been wearing since they leak the slowest. The Rain Forest is more of a work boot then a light hunting boot but I think for a guy that wears his boots everyday like I do they will hold up better. They are also lace to toe and that is a must for me as I need full support in the cedar swamps and elder thicks of bog country, for us its not the stuff the ontop of the ground its the hidden holes in the ground that twist up ankles...and submerge your boots.

I am pumped for them to arrive, no more wet feet and wrecked socks.

[Ferny]

Speaking of socks don't forget to spend $25 or more on some nice Danner or other higher end wicking socks. It makes a huge difference in your comfort level of any footwear. Absolutely do not wear cotton socks in hunting situations it's a big mistake in my opinion. There are many styles of wicking/wool socks out there to keep your sweaty feet dry. Just like using using Under Armor or knock off brand wicking type shirts and pants under your hunting clothes. Such a huge difference.

I did mention to the local dealer that the Pronghorn toe color wore off after my first weekend. He gave me a free can of Danner Boot Dressing, free. I haven't had the time to try it out yet Heading out tonight tonight for MEA weekend to wear more color off them.

Good Luck,

Ferny.

[Pinusbanksiana]

I have been wearing Danner Super Rain Forest for a couple years now, but I work in the woods. They make your feet feel indestructible and are very tough. However, if your looking for a pair of leather boots that will keep your feet dry, you might as well give up and buy some rubber boots. These Danner rain forests are good, but the shear weight of them will kick your butt bird hunting with them on your feet. For the comfort and for the money, buy a new pair of pronghorns every few years and accept the fact that boots wear out.

[Random guy]

I have been wearing Danner Super Rain Forest for a couple years now, but I work in the woods. They make your feet feel indestructible and are very tough.

That’s where I finally compromised as between farming, running dozer and hoe along with endless hours on the ATV bear baiting I went with more of a work boot. For ultra light bird boots I can get another pair of Cabelas Upland Specials. Great boot that is ULTRA light and very waterproof...just doesn't hold up to everyday wear and tear well.

[CaptainMusky]

That’s where I finally compromised as between farming, running dozer and hoe along with endless hours on the ATV bear baiting I went with more of a work boot. For ultra light bird boots I can get another pair of Cabelas Upland Specials. Great boot that is ULTRA light and very waterproof...just doesn't hold up to everyday wear and tear well.

Let us all know how they hold up for you! I think for your intended uses you found a perfect boot.

[Random guy]

Oh I will, I'm currently staring out the window looking for the UPS truck!

[Random guy]

Got my Danners a couple days ago and I love em! Not heavy like I thought they would be and NO BREAK IN! These things feel like my slippers on my feet...4x4 slippers! Should have bought these years ago.

Now if they make me shoot better they will be perfect.

[Redneck4life]

I too was looking for a good pair of boots, got sum irish setters made by red wing, i luv them, best pair of bootd iv had in years!

[Pinusbanksiana]

Got my Danners a couple days ago and I love em! Not heavy like I thought they would be and NO BREAK IN! These things feel like my slippers on my feet...4x4 slippers! Should have bought these years ago.

Now if they make me shoot better they will be perfect.

Now get some good heavy duty leather laces and you will be set. Make sure you treat the laces with the same stuff you treat your boots with. I use snow seal. Those Rain Forest boots will take some breaking in so get them wet a time or two. Did you get the 10 inch super rain forest? Thats what I use.

[SORNO]

Have any of you tried Browning boots? My dad has a pair for 3 years now and swears by them. I can't seem to find any locally to try on. He bought his at Cabela's but they no longer sell them.

[Random guy]

Ok after a ton of bird hunting and deer hunting I have to say the Danner boots are great. Wish I would have done it years ago.

[MuleShack]

Just out of curiosity, has anyone tried a pair of the "Muck" boots?

They are a neoprene top with a formed bottom, which are warm, breath and are water proof and above all are light.

I got a pair of the woody Max last weekend and plan to use them for pheasant hunting and ice fishing until it gets too cold for them. But would be perfect for the march slush. They are 16" tall.

any feed back, i have not worn mine yet.

[Surface Tension]

I own Mucks. One pair is the Field Master. I wore them year round. If its wet or muddy they're on my feet.

Light weight and there isn't a boot that I've worn that is more comfortable. Seriously I love putting them on.

The fit: Your foot isn't going to sloop around like most pull over boots do.

For those reasons you can walk long distance in these boots.

Grouse, Deer, Turkey, and Moose hunting the Mucks come with.

Camping and fishing trips I bring the Mucks for the rain days.

Long treks into the BWCAW on Winter Lake Trout trips, well you get to think about every step.

I'll take the Muck Boots over any other boot.

I wore that first pair out and replaced them with Woody Max.

More insulating factor over the Field boots but still lightweight and comfortable.

Oh yes, they are 100% waterproof.

For bog country I think you'd love them.

If your sitting on the ice for long long periods of time with no activity in frigid temps at some point your feet will get cold.

I see there are knocks now. Herman Survivors are one of them and thought I'd give them a try.

First thing I noticed was the weight and fit. My leg felt like a pendulum with every step and the fit isn't anywhere near the Mucks. Still they are far better then the cheap rubber or PVC pullovers.

[Gordie]

got a set of red wing hunters off the clearance rack at the big C store and they are the most comfortable boot I think Ive ever worn and Thats the only thing I have worn for deer hunting this year

[MuleShack]

I own Mucks. One pair is the Field Master. I wore them year round. If its wet or muddy they're on my feet.

Light weight and there isn't a boot that I've worn that is more comfortable. Seriously I love putting them on.

Your right Frank,

I wore mine for a full day of walking cat tails in search of the elusive Rooster on saturday in SW MN. They are not only confortable, but light, durable and dry. I'm considering it money well spent.