Winter Pac Boots?

[jltimm]

I was wondering what winter boot to purchase this year for icefishing,deer hunting,ect...For sitting in extremely cold conditions what boot would anyone recommend?I'm leaning towards Lacrosse Icekings but was wondering if there is a lighter or better alternative?

[cheesehead]

I vote for the Ice kings bought a pair two years ago and haven't had cold feet since.

[LocalGuide]

I vote for the army issue boots. Otherwise known as Mickey Mouse boots.
I havent had cold feet on the ice at all. If I did its b/c I wasnt wearing the right socks so then my feet started to sweat.
But otherwise they are the best boots I have ever tried.
One con is that they are heavy but you get used to that. But they are 100% water proof and dont wear out. I think the colder it is out the better this boot performs.
Im sure there are some other people on here that would agree with me on this one.

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[Surface Tension]

Ice Kings and Mickey Mouse boots are some good boots. Theres another boot on the market made by Muck Boots called Arctic Sport with a rating of 40°F to -40°F.

Muck Boots are the most comfortable boot on the market IMO. Lightweight, waterproof and they fit like a glove. I've been using the Field Masters this fall grouse hunting and look forward to using them ice fishing.
www.muckbootsonline.com

[This message has been edited by Rick (edited 10-08-2004).]

[Big-Al]

Lacrosse Iceman (and they have a bunch of other good boots) for both ice fishing and cold weather stand sitting for deer hunting.

Insulated Gortex or maybe a lightweight Sorel/Kaufman for the warm weather ice fishing and cool weather deer hunting.

And then you might need a good light weight leather (Redwing Irish Setter???), and depending on the exact conditions you are hunting in, or maybe the knee high rubbers, or for that matter hip boots.

But to answer the question, Lacrosse Iceman for the cold weather sitting for deer hunting or ice fishing is definately my choice. They are not too heavy that you can't do a bit of walking in them, they are easy maintenance and they are warm.

[This message has been edited by Big-Al (edited 10-06-2004).]

[Northlander]

Ice Kings all the way.

[jltimm]

Thanks guys!Now I have to find a dealer that carries them?Anybody have some suggestions?I live in North Central MN,by Knife lake.

[Northlander]

I think L&M in Cloquete has them.

[P.DONA]

Lots of ice fisherman in the northeast have MICKY MOUSE boots, and LOVE THEM!!!
We have lots of discussions on the CTF board about them.. I'm pretty sure they are still on sale at WWW.CHEAPERTHANDIRT.COM search for MICKEY MOUSE

[Ole1855]

Definitely Ice Kings.

[311Hemi]

So for hunting ice fishing do you guys get the white -60* mickey mouse boots or the black to -20*?

[augernaut]

I have the black mickeys - I've been out in the coldest of cold and my feet have stayed totally warm. I've heard that for some reason the white mickeys tend to deteriorate faster than the black. No idea why. But, the black ones are awesome.

[jltimm]

Thanks to everyone!!I just thought I would let you know that Mills Fleet Farm has them on sale this week for $99.00.Iceman's for $89.00.Thanks again!!

[Lost]

I purchased some Hodgman boots off of hsolist for about $30, including shipping. Here's what they look like:

They come with removeable spikes for walking on ice. Hope they work! Gonna test them this winter.

The ones I used last year are still perfectly good. They're rated to -100°F. They slip on, tighten across the shin with straps, and have a drawstring at the top to keep the snow out. I think they're from Baffin. Never did I have cold feet with those on.

[hanson]

Lost-

Shoot me an e-mail @ chris_r_hanson @ hotmail dot com. I've got a question for you.

[Snag]

I've found a few deals on boots and waders online at bargain outfitters and sierra trading post.

[Dan DAN the fisherman]

I have the Baffins also. They are a great boot for ice fishing. My feet get cold very easily,but not in those Baffins. I believe there rated at -160. They are more like a snowmobile boot, ruber bottoms, man made tops with no leather. The liners are great too. Just my opinion.
Dan

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