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Colorado Early Elk Season Boot
Posted on 7/13/22 at 9:43 am
Posted on 7/13/22 at 9:43 am
Need boot recommendation for my sweaty feet. I’d rather not spend $400 but I don’t want to complain about my feet hurting for 6-7 days. Need to order so I can break them in good.
Also sock recommendations if you have some. See a lot of guys running darn tough socks, and some use silk liners too.
Also sock recommendations if you have some. See a lot of guys running darn tough socks, and some use silk liners too.
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Posted on 7/13/22 at 9:49 am to JohnDoe00
Darn Tough socks, no liners
buy 2-3 pairs and don't look back
For the boots, definitely get uninsulated. Suck it up and pay for good boots. I think Soloman is about the cheapest you'll want to go. I'd find a way to save some cash elsewhere any buy some good Crispi, Schnees, or something in that range
buy 2-3 pairs and don't look back
For the boots, definitely get uninsulated. Suck it up and pay for good boots. I think Soloman is about the cheapest you'll want to go. I'd find a way to save some cash elsewhere any buy some good Crispi, Schnees, or something in that range
This post was edited on 7/13/22 at 9:51 am
Posted on 7/13/22 at 9:51 am to mylsuhat
Thanks,
Any models you recommend?
Any models you recommend?
Posted on 7/13/22 at 9:52 am to JohnDoe00
I am a huge fan of my Schnees Timberline but I know those are pricy
I like the high tops, it's a personal preference
I like the high tops, it's a personal preference
Posted on 7/13/22 at 9:55 am to JohnDoe00
Posted on 7/13/22 at 10:02 am to mylsuhat
quote:
Darn Tough socks, no liners
buy 2-3 pairs and don't look back
For the boots, definitely get uninsulated. Suck it up and pay for good boots. I think Soloman is about the cheapest you'll want to go. I'd find a way to save some cash elsewhere any buy some good Crispi, Schnees, or something in that range
All of this is sage advice.
Posted on 7/13/22 at 1:08 pm to mylsuhat
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For the boots, definitely get uninsulated. Suck it up and pay for good boots. I think Soloman is about the cheapest you'll want to go.
I've got Soloman, like them very much. Having a lightweight boot makes such a big difference.
I have a pair of First Lite's thick wool sock, and then their lightweight sock, and the lightweight one has been great to wear with those boots. You can feel the cushion in it, and it's very breathable. Odd thing is the lightweight one actually keeps my feet warmer at night than the thick one does.
But everyone is different when it come to their feet and boots.
WHatever you do, test out your boot a good bit before getting out there. Nothing worse than having to deal with a partner who's got blisters so bad he can barely walk and your 5 miles from the truck.
Posted on 7/13/22 at 2:51 pm to 10MTNTiger
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Lowa
I've climbed mountains and hiked through a lot of shite terrain in my Lowa's so I'm a big fan.
Hardly need any break in time as well.
Posted on 7/13/22 at 2:55 pm to JohnDoe00
Not to change the subject, but I've been obsessed lately with researching early season elk hunts in CO. You going archery or first season rifle?
Posted on 7/13/22 at 8:09 pm to AyyyBaw
I'm going to eastern Montana for a rifle elk hunt in late October. I'm looking at crispi guide gtx. Not sure if to go uninsulated or 200g insulation.
Posted on 7/13/22 at 8:18 pm to JohnDoe00
Darn tough for socks.
I find the salomon brand runs narrow in general. Wides fit me weird. I’ve tried 2 shoes and a boot that wound up not working out.
Asolo fugitive gtx work well for me for a light-ish weight boot under $300.
*edit to say I also dig the La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX for it’s roomy toe box*
I find the salomon brand runs narrow in general. Wides fit me weird. I’ve tried 2 shoes and a boot that wound up not working out.
Asolo fugitive gtx work well for me for a light-ish weight boot under $300.
*edit to say I also dig the La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX for it’s roomy toe box*
This post was edited on 7/13/22 at 8:27 pm
Posted on 7/13/22 at 8:42 pm to JohnDoe00
Crispi
I’ve also used trail running shoes in early season. Light weight.
I’ve also used trail running shoes in early season. Light weight.
Posted on 7/13/22 at 9:15 pm to JohnDoe00
I put about 40 miles last year in my lacrosse atlas boots.
No insulation and they are about $200.
No insulation and they are about $200.
Posted on 7/13/22 at 9:37 pm to JohnDoe00
After 3 elk bowhunting trips to southwestern CO. I would recommend Irish Setter Vapr Trek 17" (waterproof) snake boots. A good marino wool sock. No silk liner. The key would be to get a 1/2 size bigger and a wider boot so the thick sock does not feel tight on your feet. You want 17" boots because you will cross small creeks and bogs.
You can also spray your shins and feet with antiperspirant to help with sweating. The boots should run you about $200.
Good luck.
You can also spray your shins and feet with antiperspirant to help with sweating. The boots should run you about $200.
Good luck.
Posted on 7/13/22 at 9:49 pm to JohnDoe00
Subtle brag…congrats.
This post was edited on 7/13/22 at 9:50 pm
Posted on 7/13/22 at 10:19 pm to JohnDoe00
Schnee’s Absaroka.
Buy once, cry once.
Red Wings medium weight merino socks. $20/pair, lifetime warranty.
I wear them all year long. -36 to 110, and they’re comfortable, breathable, dry, and you can wear them for several days before you can smell how bad your feet are.
Buy once, cry once.
Red Wings medium weight merino socks. $20/pair, lifetime warranty.
I wear them all year long. -36 to 110, and they’re comfortable, breathable, dry, and you can wear them for several days before you can smell how bad your feet are.
This post was edited on 7/13/22 at 10:22 pm
Posted on 7/14/22 at 6:20 am to Pockets
No offense but that seems like way overkill and very uncomfortable.
You really only need an 8” boot and even then that could be considered high. If your worried about bogs or water you could just use gaiters and save the weight.
There is no reason to have a thick sock either during archery. Daytime trips are normally in the 80s. He’d be burning up with that sock and bulky boots.
You really only need an 8” boot and even then that could be considered high. If your worried about bogs or water you could just use gaiters and save the weight.
There is no reason to have a thick sock either during archery. Daytime trips are normally in the 80s. He’d be burning up with that sock and bulky boots.
Posted on 7/14/22 at 6:25 am to bayoutiger225
I agree. I didn't want to be overly negative but that is some of the worst advise I've seen 
Posted on 7/14/22 at 6:52 am to JohnDoe00
This thread is killing me. Had a cow elk hunt lined up for the early gun season, tag drawn, but when I ruptured two discs in May, my Neurosurgeon said not just no, but Hell no. Especially when he found out my outfitter is super old school and doesn’t believe in horse, mules or other modes of assistance. He’s made two hunts himself and said it’s pretty taxing, and (as he says no offense) he’s young and fit and I’m old and fat.
Back to OP, some great advice here. Do NOT scrimp on footwear. And the OB got me started on Darn Tough socks, I’m a huge fan.
Back to OP, some great advice here. Do NOT scrimp on footwear. And the OB got me started on Darn Tough socks, I’m a huge fan.
Posted on 7/14/22 at 7:03 am to JohnDoe00
I got some Crispi Briksdal GTX's in 10.5 with one hunt on them that are calling your name... Had to go up to an 11.
I'm a fan of Crispi's and currently use Nevada's
I'm a fan of Crispi's and currently use Nevada's
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