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Offline ronbow

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Good pair of Boots ?
« on: March 10, 2005, 10:08:39 AM »
I hunt exclusively in Florida so my boots are wet quite a bit. I have been through almost all the major brands (Rocky, Danner, Herman, Red Head and Browning) I have yet to find a pair that lasted more than 2 or three seasons before becoming "unwaterproof". I need something uninsulated, quiet and of course waterproof. I think comfort is relative to the foot of the wearer. I take care of my boots by treating the leather, cleaning etc. I hate slip on rubber boots. Anybody got any suggestions ?
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« Reply #1 on: March 10, 2005, 11:18:58 AM »
Finding rugged, uninsulated boots that are water proof might be a hard thing to do.   I would have suggested MilSurp Mickey Mouse boots but they are both insulated and rubber.

You may be destined to buying new boots every other year or so with those specs.
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« Reply #2 on: March 11, 2005, 01:37:13 PM »
The Canadians have a lot of wet lands and have over time developed rubber boots that are more tailored to your feet.  You may have to consider a light amount of insulation.  BAFFIN is one company there are others.  Muck boots are also rubber but don't have much for support.  I have never owned a pair of non-rubber boots that claim to be waterproof that stay that way for long!   Thanks  Buckfever
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« Reply #3 on: March 20, 2005, 12:43:46 AM »
:D ronbow,
 Take a look at the boots made by LL Bean.. Have had good luck with them.
Rubber bottoms Leather tops .Lite and last a long time. Paid 18.00 for the first pair I bought So that will tell you how long I have been using them!!
                                             :lol: Grizzy57
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« Reply #4 on: March 24, 2005, 08:57:58 AM »
Looks like I'm doomed to rubber or putting out some bucks every other year. Thanks guys.
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« Reply #5 on: April 22, 2005, 08:21:04 AM »
I like leather a whole lot better than rubber too, but when it comes to keeping water out, rubber's got the edge.
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« Reply #6 on: April 22, 2005, 10:27:28 PM »
My wife just bought me a pair of LaCrosse rubber boots. I got the Buckmaster 18" version. They are by far the most comfortable pair I have had yet. A little more expensive, but well worth it. They are lightweight, uninsulated, and 100% waterproof. I also go through a pair every other season or so here in Florida. Nothing worse than slogging throough the mud with wet feet. I'll have to wait and see how these hold up. Here's a link.

http://www.lacrossefootwear.com/product_category.asp?catid=10
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