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Need to replace my old boots, has any one found some nice lite weight boots suitable for sneaking around in the dry for the old weirly sika stags?
Had some in the past but the cheap ones don't last.
In my opinion many of the better boots are a bit heavy unless your off to very rough country
Feed back appreciated as always:)
I have Salewa Rapace GTX and Meindl Litepeak. I think the Meindls are better made and will last longer, although they're slightly heavier and more expensive. The Salewas have done the better part of a summer of field work and are about half stuffed
Cheers Gimp
Reviews are good and they look pretty lite
I use Inov-8 Roclite 325 GTX Trail Boots 325g for the pair in the kawekas serves me well
Dive booties do the trick for me but no ankle support
Have used 'fives' (five individual toe things, pain in the arse to put on) before and they are super quiet, even less ankle support though.Quote:
Originally Posted by matto1234
Socks are good too but a bit hard on the soles ha
TJM, have a look at the Salomon range of boots also. there are a few threads on this forum on them. Come in a range of heights. i like them for hunting in softer country and when not lugging a heavy pack in.
Up here Lowa-Z8N-GTX or something similar are good as they’re not too rigid. I have a pair as does my old man. We have always only used Asic gel shoes over the last 25 odd years for comfort and quietness but these Lowa are real good imo.
Still stick with my "Bullers," they are out of production now so have to cut down the "Ashleys"
ASHLEYS work for me...trick in wet weather,put gaiters over your boots and the trousers over top of them both....water goes down outer trou and feet stay dry all day.
I got the lowa mention above, but the last few hunts I have done in some warehouse Watersport shoes, and it is definitely quieter. No anckle support but less chances of ripping a toe appart than the five fingers.and from memory they are under $30.
Solamans work well both high and low cuts,light,tough and dry quick,torpedo 7 have good deals now and then on them.
Ive got the Salewa Rapace too. Done a couple of trips and like them. No breaking in, good grip and light. Only expect them to last a couple of years. On sale at macpac.Quote:
Originally Posted by gimp
Salomon quest gtx are great light weight stalking boots and quick to dry if wet.
I thought this lightweight boot thing was going to be the answer to all my prayers.... yea nah. Done one trip and back to a normal boot, my ankles were absolutely killing me from the strain of trying to stay rigid the whole time with no support.
Toughens em up. You’re actually using them.
Yea rolled ankle in the middle of nowhere isn't really my cup of tea. Don't need to be toughened up if using a decent boot anyhow. I can see the merit if Bush stalking or day hunting but pack on back and tops type country they're a recipe for disaster
Couldn't agree moreQuote:
Originally Posted by Ryan_Songhurst
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Gri Sport Hikers, excellent all-round 3 season boot
I guess my theory is that strong ankles don’t get rolledQuote:
Originally Posted by Ryan_Songhurst
Sorry bad theory @gimp everyone's made different. I'm got what you call hyperextensive joints. Which basically means more flexibility than most:O_O: you can pull all the jokes you like but I'll still beat you out of the supplejack.
Not to mention when you start getting old :(Quote:
Originally Posted by Sideshow
Make the most of your good parts fellas as they soon start wearing out
@Sarvo you must be looking for the Salomon model Zimmer Frame plus:thumbsup:
Not quiet - still leave a few fat young-en's behind on the uphillQuote:
Originally Posted by Sideshow
Last 2 days - had 2 mates downed (but not out)
1 with brain leision
I with stroke
Both still in their 60's :(
Sorry to hear that. I wish them a speedy recovery
Anyway while on subject of Boots
Sorry to troll the Thread - but I want some answers on what Harkila Boots are like - anyone got/had or used and if so - let me know as I want to start bring some in if there is interest
Geez didnt think ankles or boots could effect you like that. Apparently there's a little blue pill available for such cases :wtfsmilie:Quote:
Originally Posted by Ryan_Songhurst
@Sarvo have a look on the UK hunting forum some love em but seems a lot don't.
Harkila boots
CheersQuote:
Originally Posted by Sideshow
Bit like the Lowa Tibets then etc - some do some don't
Just alot of money to spend and are you just paying for a name etc ???????
I can do them for approx 20% below elsewhere - but I just do not want to hand on any crap - if you get my drift
Year see what your getting at. I've a pair of Solomon's can't remember exact name.
Had them for over a year use them for working in. There solid but I think I might treat my self to a pair of Lowa or Meindal not sure which but. Anyone with how they are. Will be useing them for bush stalking and tramping? Cheers
Was looking for something similar. Went with a Scarpa GTX mid. Pretty light, good soles, rubber toe cap that is fairly rigid and grippy. Fit more like a shoe but have support if you crank on them. Do a lot of wandering in the Kaimanawas and use these from the bush to the tops. Hate restrictive boots. These are quite streamlined.
https://www.amazon.com/Scarpa-ZEN-Hi...a+mens+gtx+mid
Got mine off of Amazon and scored first try on the size. Same as my last pair of Asolo. Rate these well above the Asolo.
I got some Under Armour Nowell Ridge for $210. They aren't your conventional boot but they are super light and actually water proof. Plus the tread on them is insane, would recommend having a look
Hey. I see almost all here were in a similar situation. I'm not an exception. Mine is The Original MuckBoots Unisex Woody Max Boot. They're waterproof and good quality boots. I chose it thanks to this review https://under-the-open-sky.com/best-hunting-boots/. I saw both positive and negative sides of presented boots, so I was able to make a good choice.
Just thought I'd add to this thread as I read it while looking at a set of boots. I have now used and abused a set of La Sportiva TX5s for 3 months and maybe 20 days in the hills. They are damn light (1050grams a pair for size 38 or something) (id say around Lowa Z8s) but have a full Rand. They are mostly Leather with a bit of synthetic. They do run small so normally I'd wear a EU44 i have a set of EU46s. They are not super rigid but to be fair are pretty bloody good. If your not willing to step down to trail runners they are awesome and have heaps of ankle support. The also drain much quicker than full leather boots.
In comparison to my Haix K2s you can feel the weight of your feet and when going through rivers regularly they definitely drain much better. My K2s are still going strong but am saving them for Canada so decided to test these La Sportivas and make my K2s last but may bring these to Canada instead.
A picture and link:
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https://www.lasportiva.com/en/footwe...?options=28752
'Salomon X Ultra Trek Gore-TEX
I’m trying these out. There the next model down in the Salomon range.
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Up and down the Kaimais on an overnight trip no worries feet good. Nice and quiet even with the ground covered in cornflakes ;)
I’ll let you know how I get on with ten days on Stewart Island. (Being this light at least if we the wife throws them at me they won’t hurt as much:ORLY:;):XD:)
I tried a pair of those light trail running/walking boots last year for a farm bush edge hunt and would not do that again. Just too light. Great on the flat and rolling grass but on the steeper country with knee high grass and fern over those little sheep terraces they where crap. Not enough angle support when you come down on unexpected slopping ground under the fern.
Lots of traction, so no issue with slipping. Had been using the shoe version for a while so though I would try the boot.
