Just wondering what kind of boots everybody turkey hunts in. I have used rubber boots and lace up boots. Seems like I end up wading creeks every season and sometimes they are deeper than knee boots. I have had a few pair of neoprene topped boots and I rip them to pieces in no time. That's what I'm currently using as they are comfortable but by no means waterproof. I put on a lot of miles so comfort is important. I have considered the snake boot type just because of their durability, I don't worry about snakes. Just curious if anybody has found a great pair of boots, seems like they all have pros and cons. I'm due a new pair and there's not many places around here to try on and shop for anything other than your general Lacrosse green rubber boots. I would like something fairly durable and comfortable enough to put in 5 or 6 miles a morning. Thanks.
I had a pair of lacrosse green boots for 15+ years finally ripped the straps of the back last year and retired them. Guess I got lucky with them, i've heard their quality has gone way down. Right now I'm using a pair of Muck Edgewater boots that I bought on sale. Used them most of deer season and they are very comfortable. There is an older gentleman that I Turkey hunt with that wears dark tennis shoes specifically for crossing water deeper than a knee boot. He says he prefers the tennis shoes because his pants and shoes will dry much faster than boots filled with water.
I've always been a rubber boots guy for turkey hunting as I end up crossing lost of small streams. I've tried muck, cabelas, and under armour and never really been sold on any. Got some of the Lacrosse Grange boots in over the weekend. Wore them out to check cameras yesterday and really like them. Super light, far lighter than other boots I have tried, and comfortable. We will see how they hold up this season as I typically put 70ish miles on a par of boots each spring.
If it's cool out I wear Grange. If snakes are around Chippewa.
I had a pair of the Lacrosse Grange many years ago. I wore them out but I got a ton of miles on them. The thing I didn't like about them was they were hard to get on and off, are they still like that or have they made any improvements. That's why I ended up going with Mucks. Mucks aren't nearly as durable for me and takes almost no time for me to get them all ripped up. They are comfortable and light but just don't seem to hold up. I sure would like to find a pair that goes on and off like Mucks but as durable as the Lacrosse.
Dry weather and snakes---Danner
Wet weather and creeks---Lacrosse Alpha Burlys
I've had good luck with Wolverine boots.
I've had a pair of lacrosse burly rubber boots now for seven years and never had any issues with them. In my opinion they would be hard to beat
I honestly don't know how anyone hunts I rubber boots I've tried a few and went fitted and went with room from socks. Never want to hike more then 200yds or go more then 10ft up hill.
I wear leather boots and this year adding gaiters to handle wet grass and thick brush
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At home in PA it is 100% rubber lacross knee boots, in the Midwest it is a lite weight waterproof lace up boot.
Quote from: bbcoach on February 28, 2018, 03:19:19 PM
Dry weather and snakes---Danner
Wet weather and creeks---Lacrosse Alpha Burlys
Same.
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I hunt in Florida, so don't enter the woods without snake boots. Currently wearing Redheads.
Danner waterproof snake boots
If I'm hunting Bottomlands Lagrange rubber boots if I'm hunting dryer areas I've been wearing leather Irish setter boots. I have a pair of custom made Russel turkey hunters on the way there water proof leather with snake proof liner.
I have a pair of turtle skin snake armor leggings that weigh nothing and can be worn over rubber boots or leather , I've never seen a pair of snake proof boots that weren't heavy and hot.
If I'm turkey hunting, I wear Danner Pronghorn snake boots.
Jim
Muck boots are real hard to beat for comfort and that's important to me. I have a pair of snake boots but seldom wear them. Muck boots are like wearing tennis shoes and are easy to put on and take off.
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Quote from: TauntoHawk on February 28, 2018, 04:08:54 PM
I honestly don't know how anyone hunts I rubber boots I've tried a few and went fitted and went with room from socks. Never want to hike more then 200yds or go more then 10ft up hill.
I wear leather boots and this year adding gaiters to handle wet grass and thick brush
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I would agree with the above and add that I think it depends on the terrain you are hunting. Steep rocky stuff I prefer a stiff sole with good ankle support and I can't get that in a rubber boot. When I hunt wet areas and or have a lot of creek crossings or snow, I add gaiters to the leather boots I've selected for the terrain. Good leather boots are waterproof for all but sustained periods in the water...that's why I don't hunt ducks!
Maybe if I hunted in Florida or other swampy places, I may muck around in some rubber boots but I wouldn't be walking as far.
Quote from: DrDirtNap on February 28, 2018, 06:33:21 PM
Muck boots are real hard to beat for comfort and that's important to me. I have a pair of snake boots but seldom wear them. Muck boots are like wearing tennis shoes and are easy to put on and take off.
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They call em Muck boots cause that's what your feet feel like after hiking around in em all day! They are warm and waterproof though!
Quote from: Muzzy61 on February 28, 2018, 04:37:18 PM
I hunt in Florida, so don't enter the woods without snake boots. Currently wearing Redheads.
+1. I buy the cheap snake boots from academy, they only seem to be waterproof for a couple of trips here in the N FL swamps, but cottonmouths don't warn you like the rattlers do.
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Danner Pronghorn snake boots
Kenetrek the best most comfortable boots l ever wore.
Quote from: Gobble! on February 28, 2018, 03:07:59 PM
I've always been a rubber boots guy for turkey hunting as I end up crossing lost of small streams. I've tried muck, cabelas, and under armour and never really been sold on any. Got some of the Lacrosse Grange boots in over the weekend. Wore them out to check cameras yesterday and really like them. Super light, far lighter than other boots I have tried, and comfortable. We will see how they hold up this season as I typically put 70ish miles on a par of boots each spring.
I got a question about those rubber lacrosse grange. I hunt in some real snakey areas in south alabama. We got some prime habitat for some monster rattlesnakes, water moccasins, and copperheads. So, I've always worn snake boots when turkey hunting.
However, I've always wanted to get a pair of the rubber lacrosse boots, but worry about getting popped by a snake. Do you think those rubber lacrosse grange will stop a snake bite? They seem like fairly tough rubber. I'm not sure a snake's fangs can go through the rubber.?.? Do you guys that wear rubber boots worry about snakes at all?
My Danner Pronghorns are still going strong after 6 years.
When we moved from PA to Florida back in 1987 I was shocked to see human bare feet track's while turkey hunting in South Florida to this day I still see bare feet track's with all the fire ants and mosquitoes and the poisonous snakes next time I'll snap a picture of it. I where keen ankle boots .
Le Chameau leather lined rubber boots are my go to.
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Quote from: Gobble! on February 28, 2018, 03:07:59 PM
I've always been a rubber boots guy for turkey hunting as I end up crossing lost of small streams. I've tried muck, cabelas, and under armour and never really been sold on any. Got some of the Lacrosse Grange boots in over the weekend. Wore them out to check cameras yesterday and really like them. Super light, far lighter than other boots I have tried, and comfortable. We will see how they hold up this season as I typically put 70ish miles on a par of boots each spring.
I got a question about those rubber lacrosse grange. I hunt in some real snakey areas in south alabama. We got some prime habitat for some monster rattlesnakes, water moccasins, and copperheads. So, I've always worn snake boots when turkey hunting.
However, I've always wanted to get a pair of the rubber lacrosse boots, but worry about getting popped by a snake. Do you think those rubber lacrosse grange will stop a snake bite? They seem like fairly tough rubber. I'm not sure a snake's fangs can go through the rubber.?.? Do you guys that wear rubber boots worry about snakes at all?
I got bit by a pretty good sized copperhead about 15 years ago, through a pair of the green lacrosse boots, luckily, it was a "dry bite" not near as much swelling. They still had to cut the boot off my leg, but no antivenom given. Hurt like son of a gun though, I still wear rubber boots, just not near as much in the spring
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Irish Setter Vaprtrek snake boots wherever and whenever.
Even where there are no bitey crawlers, I love the ankle support.
been wearing a pair of redheads for 5 yrs now. they look like a big chunk of shoe-goo ive glued the bottoms back on so many times.
Depends on the terrain of the day. Danner Mountain light hikers, Lacrosse or Bogs knee high rubber boots.
Anybody try the Irish Setter Rutmaster Lite all rubber boots? I looked for boots this weekend but seems like the only thing I could find were Mucks. Gonna try a few more places tomorrow and likely to end up with the old Lacrosse Grange boots unless I can somehow find those Irish Setters.
Got to try on the Irish Setters this morning. They were comfortable and seemed nice but I question their durability compared to the Lacrosse Grange. I went with the Grange.
I got a pair of Magellan insulated rubber boots from Academy's this deer season that fit me better than any ones I have had before. Wish they made an un- insulated version, but I am going to wear them as long as I can!
I like leather with gaiters over rubber boots. My feet hate rubber boots
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Rutmaster 2
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I wear gaiters out west, mine don't need seem like they would take the briers around here. What kind of gaiters are you guys using?
Quote from: Yoder409 on March 01, 2018, 07:16:07 PM
Irish Setter Vaprtrek snake boots wherever and whenever.
Even where there are no bitey crawlers, I love the ankle support.
Agree with the ankle support. They are great for riding the 4 wheeler in the woods. Wife laughs when I'm outside weed eating in a pair of shorts and my snake boots. You never feel any string or sticks hitting.
lacrosse grange are good boots....but I walk miles and miles. and they just aren't comfortable enough for that style of hunting. great for chores and work....and maybe even bowhunting. but if you cover 3-5 miles on any given day turkey hunting then I wouldn't suggest all rubber boots of any kind. I like neoprene boots. they are more comfortable, but you have to take care of them. if you get 2 good seasons out of a boot after putting the associated miles on themi listed above you did well. I shoot for 3 years myself. lacrosse used to make a boot called the alpha mudlite. it was a thin neoprene boot like 3mm and they were very light and comfortable. lacrosses neoprene outside is fairly abrasive resistant. more so than a muck or irish setter. if the neoprene on a boot is smooth like an irish setter I would stay away from it. stick with a light neoprene boot. lacrosse still has some to offer. im personally not a muck fan but I do know people who love them
I agree Grange aren't as comfortable as leather but I can easily do 5 miles in them. I had some years ago. I just put about 3 on them behind the house looking for sheds. I wanted to get them dulled up good. I like the fit of Mucks better but they just aren't tough enough. I hope to get a few years out of these, I hate spending money on rubber boots.
Lowa uplanders- non insulated and super waterproof. They are incredibly comfortable and light.
Quote from: Yoder409 on March 01, 2018, 07:16:07 PM
Irish Setter Vaprtrek snake boots wherever and whenever.
Even where there are no bitey crawlers, I love the ankle support.
Love the comfort and support of these but mine leak
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Danner pronghorns, but you gotta take the time to break them in. If you dont break them in don't complain about how awful they are, because broken in they are some of the best wearing snake boots around. Check amazon for good deals on them and order a half size smaller than your normal shoe or boot. I used to wear rubber boots for walking through streams but always tore them up after one season walking up and down hillsides and through briar thickets. I can handle my feet getting a little wet. Just change socks and try to find a better place to cross next time.
Wolverine makes excellent turkey hunting boots.You can walk miles in them.Around 150 bucks or so.
Got a pair of Lacrosse Aerohead snake boots for Christmas. Have to say they are extremely comfortable. Wore them around the house then took them to the woods the other day to scout. Very comfortable. Walked for 2 miles & they are absolutely fantastic. I had muck woody armour for 7 yrs but these are way more comfortable. I use my Danner's in the hills & can't say enough good about them too but for those of you that hunt bottomland hardwoods where you have a water issue & use rubber boots you might consider the Lacrosse aeroheads. I am not affiliated with Lacrosse or any company for that matter. Very surprised with how comfortable this rubber boot is.
For my first couple years I wore a pair of Cabela's Muck style neoprene upper uninsulated boots. Never crossed a lot of water, but it was there. Rubbers never seem to give you the full support though. Also found that in the aftermornings especially later in the season (season in VT is the month of May, so would sometimes be hunting almost in June: read:HOT) wearing rubber boots would net me about the same wetness as crossing a creek. I wear a pair of meshy ankle boots or my leather LL Bean work boots now. Wet grass is the only thing that has bothered me about that so far and never thought about the gaitor thing, I like that idea.
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I wear gaiters out west, mine don't need seem like they would take the briers around here. What kind of gaiters are you guys using?
First lite and they are a lot tougher then the pants I wear which are the first lite kanabs
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Out west I prefer lace up leather and gaiters. I just walk too many miles for rubber boots. Been using Zamberlan boots for about 20 years, just bought a new pair 2 yeas ago; absolutely love them. For gaiters I use KUIU because they're all camo, super comfortable and fairly affordable. I did put a hole in one though; had to use a wader patch. Treat my gaiters with permethrin and keep an eye out for rattlesnakes.
I like mucks and lacrosse . no laces for me
Kenetrek, best boots I have ever owned.
Lacrosse Grange is the only way to go as far as im concerned. ive had many diff boots too.
and for the ones who cant walk far in them, idk, maybe its just me, but I average 10-12 miles per day hunting Mississippi public land and my feet feel good! I have even used them in Idaho elk hunting as a back up pair when my main boots got wet.
Russell Turkey
Whew! I just looked up those Kenetreks... for that kind of money they should come with a guy who'll gladly tote you across any branches,creeks, or mud holes. Heck he should even help carry the bird at least halfway out.
Quote from: sasquatch1 on March 19, 2018, 01:56:01 AM
Lacrosse Grange is the only way to go as far as im concerned. ive had many diff boots too.
and for the ones who cant walk far in them, idk, maybe its just me, but I average 10-12 miles per day hunting Mississippi public land and my feet feel good! I have even used them in Idaho elk hunting as a back up pair when my main boots got wet.
I'm with you, I put a bunch of miles on my new pair yesterday looking for sheds. I think I could even wear them in the mountains but I like something a little more breathable.
Quote from: shafump86 on March 19, 2018, 01:33:32 AM
Kenetrek, best boots I have ever owned.
Good boots just takes awhile to break in
Well I just got me some boots tonight. They're UA Ops something or other. Hiking type mid ankle boot wrapped with gaitor type material that go up as far as a regular rubber. I know Cabela's has or had a pair like it. "Suppose" to be waterproof, but I doubt stand in a steam for a while waterproof. We'll see, they're comfortable and nice and light.
Kicker, was just walking buy them and noticed they had a green dot on them which means on super clearance ( they were away from all the rest of the clearance). Tag said $199 on sale already, lady scans it for me...$49 :drool: Add my $10 reward cash, sold.
Quote from: Cut N Run on February 28, 2018, 06:31:47 PM
If I'm turkey hunting, I wear Danner Pronghorn snake boots.
Jim
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Russell Turkey Hunter snakeboots for me. Took about 50 miles to break in but are very comfortable now, and will last me years and years. The most comfortable snakeboots I ever owned were a pair of Cabela's brand, they stopped making them though, and once they bit the dust I was left looking for a new pair. Bought a pair of Danner Pronghorn snakeboots and they rubbed my ankles something terrible. Even broke in they were the most uncomfortable pair of boots I've ever owned. Learned the Pronghorns are not made in America anymore, but Danner allowed me to swap them out (two years removed from the fact) for any pair of equal value. Found a couple pairs that Danner still makes in America, forget what they are called, but all leather mid tops, and they are super comfy. If I didn't wear the Russell's I'd wear my Lacross Grange, they are awesome but I want snake protection where I hunt...
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