Boot question?

[coorsdrifter]

I've got a quick question for those that hunt out west a lot,or know something about hunting boots.I'm needing a new pair insulated boots,which would be better for an elk hunt in the middle of Oct in Idaho,a boot with 400grams of Thinsulate or the 600gram version.Being a 1st time elk hunt I was uncertain if the 600gr would be to much and cause sweating with all the hiking.Any suggestions would be appreciated.

[jersey jeff]

Danners. The make an excellent boot. They will have one that will fit your needs. I bought my last pair 6 years ago and they are still going strong.

[ACPOSSETIM]

I love my lacrosse boots, I also have a set of danners they are actually sister companies. The danners are very comfortable and well built but my complaints are that the hooks on the upper part of the boot are not big enough, the laces slip off of them real easily. The only way to keep them from coming off is to lace them so tight that my feet get numb! The other complaint is that they do not have a loop on the upper back part of the boot to make pulling them on easier. I have big feet and that helps a bunch when putting them on and I notice it when it's not there. I know these are pretty trivial but on a boot that you are going to use a lot, it makes a difference. I wore them on 1 moose hunt and now they stay in the closet. I've had several pairs of Lacrosse and absolutely love them, I've got hikers, rubbers, and pacs. I would try both companies and see which you like best!....good luck!

[oakcreek]

I would give the thumbs up to danners also. Mine have the pull up strap that tim was mentioning.From the moment i put them on there was never a issue with sore spots. I wear them all spring bear season in some pretty wet nasty stuff. My only regret is that i didn't buy a pair 15 years ago. I have a pair of lacross also which are back at the shop for warranty issues the toes cracked open it's being a year since i dropped them off.

Danner canadian 600 gram

[Monie]

Coors, I guess it depends on how much walking you'll be doing. The 600 will make your feet sweat more if you're walking all day. I would suggest getting the 400's and take several pairs of extra socks. Keep an extra pair or two in your day pack. When your feet feel especially hot and sweaty, cop a squat, take your boots off and air your tootsies for a minute. Take a couple of baby wipes and wipe your feet down. Then, after your feet have dried, put on a fresh pair of socks. Put your sweaty pair in a baggy to cut down on your scent. A fresh pair of socks will make your feet feel practically brand new after a day of walking all over the mountain.

Make sure you take some wool socks (and extras), just in case you run into snow.

[bullmoose38]

I would go with the 400's.

[coorsdrifter]

thanx for all the info.

[Flintlock1776]

Love my Rockies!

[coorsdrifter]

I ended up getting the Rockies w/400gr of thinsulate.Have to admit they are really comfortable and haven't rubbed any blisters while I've been breaking them in.