Boot suggestion

[Scoot]

I've got several pairs of boots, but none of them fit the bill for exactly what I'd like: I want a pair of boots that are warm, but not too bulky. I've got some ice kings that are really warm, but they're huge and very bulky. I've got some other boots that aren't so bulky, but aren't quite warm enough when it's cold and I'm ice fishing.

What boots should I get that aren't too bulky, but are pretty warm? Are Muck Boots a good option? If yes, which ones? Other suggestions appreciated.

P.S. I have pretty wimpy feet that get cold relatively easily. I wear quality merino wool socks when outdoors.

[singer17]

I bought a pair of Danners 10 years ago, love them. They are great for winter and not overly bulky.

[TravP]

Muck Arctic Professional Extreme. Lightweight, and as warm as my mickeys if not warmer.

[Northlander]

I see Gander has their rubber 24oo gram thinsulate boots half off now. I think they were $69 now. I almost got a pair but they didnt have any 15's left.

[Wanderer]

Scoot,

A pair of Mukluks fit that bill nicely. The warmest lightest "boot" you'll ever wear. Yes your feet can get chilled in them if it's like -15 or lower and your not moving around much but I think you'll get that in just about any boot.

They weigh almost nothing compared to other winter boots and are anything but bulky. Once I started wearing these for my coldest outings I haven't even thought of putting my big heavy pac boots back on my feet.

Steger makes Camuks now which have a rubber lower to be more water resistant and they are sold as ice fishing gear. One of the guys I fish with picked up a pair and has been very happy with them.

BTW, Mukluks are also my late December deer stand choice. It doesn't hurt to toss in foot warmer pack when it's below zero. With that I can sit as long as I want.

[ozzie]

I have Muck Woody Max's and matched with a wool sock I don't have any problems with cold feet........and I promise you wont get a wet foot from anything but persperation!!!

[ducker]

Kamik Goliath 1's made in Canada. Not the smallest boots but waterproof and warm.

[sticknstring]

I wear my Muck's on the ice all the time - I think they're Woody Elites. Warm, comfortable, & sooooo light. Love 'em.

[JavaJohn]

I 2nd the Danners. Just picked up the Pronghorn 1600 (or so) gram. Waterproof, not bulky, quality eyelets and material. have not felt chilled at all. A little pricey at $169 or $199, can't remember, but I figure to have them for the rest of my life.

[jwmiller33]

baffin impact. best boot out there. light, warm, comfortable, buckles (no laces) and rated to -150 degrees F.

[BehindtheHead]

army surplus boots aka mickey mouse boots. the army only uses the best. my feet havent been wet since i got them. plus ice doesnt build up on them because there rubber.

o ya the best part is there only $25 at my local bait shop.

[simple1]

+1 for the Mickeys. I have used them a lot and they work very well.

[WallyGader]

I have the cabelas infernos and love them, 2000 gram thinsulate, and waterproof still after 2 years of serious abuse (have a few gashes in my boots from my auger). I ice fish about 3-5 times a week, and I also use them for hunting very warm and quality boot. (I bought a back up pair last year I like them so much, and because they were in the bargain cave brand new for only $60!)

[TravP]

I have been wearing Mickeys for 3 years. My mucks are better, but they cost more.

[hoggs222]

+1 on the Cabelas Inferno's. My roommate bought a pair at a sidewalk sale and said they were the best boots he's ever owned.

I had to buy a pair for myself and I agree. 2000 gram insulation, light-weight and not bulky like the Saskatchewan.

My roommates girlfriend works in the shoe/boot department at Cabelas and says they are one of their best selling boots. (We both had ours before she worked there). I don't want to plug the big stores at all, but these are well worth the $$$.