Anybody's Rocky Blizzard Stalker boots fall apart too?

[gopher_nation]

I've had mine for one year, and the back has blown out on both boots. Right where the rubber meets the leather. Contacted Rocky and they couldn't do anything about it. Just wondering if other people have had problems with this boot or if I just got a lemon. My other pair of Rocky's are going on 13 years.

[PEATMOSS]

My other pair of Rocky's are going on 13 years.

I used to buy and wear only Rockys. Some time within the last 5-10 years the quality just totally crashed. I've still got a pair of 15 yr old snow stalkers, but the last 2 pair of other Rocky boots that I bought were garbage within a matter of months.

[gopher_nation]

Sounds like I need to replace them with a different brand then.

[spearchucker]

I haven't bought Rocky for a few years. I have a pair that is 15 years old and look like new. The last nice pair of boots I bought was Irish Setter. I have been happy with them.

[zamboni]

They start making them in China?

[herefish101]

Even Irish Setters are made in China, its all about the materials there using to make the boots. I used to buy Rocky boots till my last pair of $140.00 Rocky's fell apart in like 4 months. I was all Red Wing after that, that's why all my hunting and ice fishing boots are now Irish Setter. These darn boots seem bulletproof, they are all waterproof and extremely comfortable. But just being made in china is'nt the problem.

[little kid]

My Rocky Blizzard Stalkers are junk as well - just when I got them broke in so they felt comfortable, the back of the boot cracked all over rendering them useless as far as being waterproof. Might have to take your advice and look at the Irish Setters - are they made under Red Wing boots?

[Rick G]

Front of mine where the rubber and leather meet came apart. They were not worth the $120 I paid. Got a new pair of LaCrosse this year and they seem to be holding up alot better.

[laughterin]

Just got some Irish Setters for X-mas and am very pleased so far. Warm and comfortable. Bought them from red wing in st cloud.

[jackfishr]

I don't have the blizzard stalkers but a buddy did, his did the same thing. I have a pair of of the old Snow Stalker Extremes and the rubber and leather just pulled apart this winter, 11 years of use. Before that I had the Snow Stalkers and the seem blew out on the side of my foot. Back then Rockys service was good and they replaced them with the extremes. What irish setter or la crosse boots is everyone looking at? I have had my eyes on the Irish Setter Snow claw xt or the La Crosse Hunt Pac Extremes.

[russ]

I have the same boot. The same thing happened, blew out on the back and I only wear mine a couple times a year during deer hunting if its cold enough. The rest of the boot is new yet and they are almost 10 years old.

[LMITOUT]

I've been running Rocky's for about 10 years (an ice fishing boot and a upland game hunting boot) and they've held up well. I believe I have the Blizzard Stalkers but don't recall the name of the hunting boot. I got them about the same time and figure 10 years is pretty good. With that said, I'll probably looking at something different to replace the hunting boot like a Danner as these are insulated a little too much for early season pheasants. Great for late season pheasants though and fishing in the boat in late fall.

[laughterin]

I tried on the snow claw xt and did not like how tall they were. I went with the Grizzly trackers 1000 gram. My Father in law has a pair of La crosse that he is very pleased with.

[Walleye Guy]

I had a pair of Rocky Snow Stalkers and I thought they were great boots. Warm and light. Lasted close to 14 years before the back separated from the boot. I had Rocky's hiking boots that were falling apart too soon however. I have quit buying Rocky's altogether. Baffin pac boots and Irish Setter hikers are my last two pairs and I have been impressed with both. I will be checking out the USA made Danner's once the Irish Setters wear out.

[riverbottoms]

Rocky boots used to be made in Nelsonville,Ohio till they thought it would be to cut cost and make them in Mexico, and really make some profit.

The factory is still there as is their outlet store. Rocky Boots used to be Nelsonvilles only industry. I guess that's how they repay those folks for making them sucessful. Just one more example of fat cat greed!

[dustin85]

The sole just split in half on both of my 10 year old Rockies this year. I am now in the market for some snowmobiling/shoveling/etc boots. I have another good pair for hunting, I just need a pair for when I am active outdoors. I want some boots that will keep my feet dry. Any suggestions from those of you with recent experience in the boot world?

[nofishfisherman]

I picked up a pair of Rocky boots 12-13 years ago at a crazy discount. I think I paid $30 for them. They are still going strong, the only problem I had was I broke one of the original laces this winter. I guess 12 is a petty fair life span for the laces, the boots themselves look brand new yet.

Looks like when time comes to replace them I'll need to look at a different brand. I wonder how long Rocky will float along on past reputation. Sooner or later word gets out that they are making junk now. When it does all of the big profits they were chasing aren't going to be there any more. They are basically trading their good brand reputation for a few years of increased profits. Not a good business move at all.

[Northlander]

I have some 10 plus year old Rockies that keep on rockin but I had a pair about 2 years ago that leaked terrible after just a few uses. Took them back and got another pair of Ice Kings.

[magnum mike]

Rocky used to be a great boot. Not anymore.

[Finlander]

My Blizzard Stalkers soak up water like a sponge! No more Rocky's for me! My old Rocky's held up for 10 years.

[that_guy]

I've purchased 2 pair of Rockies in the last 4 years. They are both holding up well, however my insulated pair doesn't insulate that well, and the non-insulated ones have a horrible quality leather on them.

[DonBo]

I've purchased 2 pair of Rockies in the last 4 years. They are both holding up well, however my insulated pair doesn't insulate that well, and the non-insulated ones have a horrible quality leather on them.

Doesn't sound like they're holding up that well to me.

I gave up on Rocky a long time ago. Danner or Irish Setters for me.

[Hawg]

The old- I bought em, put em on and loved em, is gone. They went to China, cut corners on materials and started mass producing a VERY poor boot. Only the guys that have had them from about 4-5 years ago will argue that, before that they were great. P.S.- another vote for Red Wings

[that_guy]

I was referring more to the stitching and soles were holding up well. The poor leather condition could be attributed to my abuse/lack of care.

[CJH]

I have 5 year old Rocky's (not sure which - Goretex/800g Thinsulate) and they have been flawless. They are dirty but no visible ripping and still waterproof.

I have always heard good things about the Irish Setters/Redwings.