New Boots

[Birddog916]

I have been hunting the last 8 years or so out of a pair of Kenetrek Mountain Extreme and they have been a great boot. I had the factory replace the sole once during that time, but the uppers are starting to fail, I got my $$ out of this pair of boots for sure. It is time for a new boot before Sept elk season. I am partial for the years of service the Kenetreks have given me, but am also considering the following boots:
Zamberlan Wasatch GTX
Zamberlan Sawtooth
Crispi Guide
Crispi Hunter
Kenetrek Mountain Guide
Schnee Beartooth
Schnee Granite

I wanted to make this into a poll, but can't seem to figure out how to do that. Anyway, let me know your thoughts and experiences with any of the above.

 

[D4570]

One vote for Kenetrek Mountain Guide

 

[Jnasa]

I've enjoyed my Kenetrek Mountain Extreme the last 4 years. If it's worked for you I would stick with it.

The exception is if you are wanting a lighter or less stiff boot.

 

[mdhunter]

Whatever fits the your feet and budget. For me that is Zamberlan…

 

[AntelopeEater]

They may not last as long, but for absolute comfort and affordability I love Solomon Quest, consider adding those to your list.

 

[sneakypete]

I will never change my boot setup, kenetrek mountain extremes, sock liner and Reilance expedition sock! This has never given me a reason to change. I’m on my second pair of mountain extremes. I also run superfeet insoles

 

[MNElkNut]

Schnees Beartooth or Granite vote here. Just plain awesome in every way. My family has 7 pairs.

 

[Caseknife]

Second the Schnees Beartooth, but needed a shorter lightweight boot for an upcoming summer backpacking trip. Bought the Zamberlan 996 Vioz GTX, excellent boot.

 

[Johnny Bravo]

Crispis for me

 

[WySam]

Another vote for Schnees Beartooth, just ordered my 2nd pair in the Father's day sale!

 

[44hunter45]

Team Hoffman here.

Look at the Hoffman Explorer

 

[Big Fin]

If you're interested in Kenetreks, I can tell you about a big 4th of July sale. Well, really I'm not supposed to tell you until July 3rd.

But, since I already spilled the beans, here's what you need to know. Their big sale will start on July 3rd and run through July 9th.

This link will help you (and help us), if you decide to keep using Kenetrek. The huge discounts won't appear until July 3 - http://kenetrek.io/randy4

 

[MTLabrador]

I’ve had the kenetrek, Schnee’s, and Crispi. They were all good. I prefer the Crispi guide and Nevada for most hunting, they have a more flexible midsole, which I prefer.

 

[R.K.]

Schnee beartooth here. Love them. Fit true to Brannock device.

Currently on sale at EuroOptic.com. Better sale than the main store.

 

[WildWill]

I don't know that I'll ever try another boot brand other then Crispi's. But if I do it would probably be Zamberlan's.

 

[INMT]

In the form of mtmuley: My hard hunting boots are Crispis. Work boots are LaSportiva Karakoram.

 

[jimh406]

I don't have Kenetrek Mountain Extreme boots, but if you've had good luck with them, and they check your boxes, I can't think of any reason to change.

I don't think stores are the best place to pick boots, but you might get lucky with a different boot.

 

[belshawelk]

I wear Kenntrek Mountain guides. Best boots I have ever worn. And I have worn many.

 

[jpc01101]

For Sept elk consider the Timberline from Schnee. I love them for warmer weather. Enough support for miles of side hill but not heavy.