My only question is it Sch knee or Sch nay?

 

I heard it pronounced as nay, but not sure that was correct.
You can’t beat the end of year discounts on all of the high end gear. No need to pay full price, unless you decide that you want to try something new just prior to the Fall seasons.

 

I watched a guy in front of my check out with a pair of $480 Crispis at Sportsman Warehouse last week. I told my wife, watch the price on them when they ring up.

 

hope you like them. I too, am a sucker for high end boots.... Been wearing a pair of crispi summit gtx II this fall that I like alot and first lite gaiters

 

I think I am going to jump on the gaiter bandwagon for this coming year. Gonna start looking after Christmas for some sales.

 

I have Kennetreks that I got 50% off from amazon last year.
They soften up nicely in just a few uses.
It’s really nice how they keep your pants clean and dry. The #1 reason for me getting wet feet is water wicking from my pants, to my socks, and down in my boots.
Gaiters keep your feet dry!

Never in a million years did I think I’d hunt without rubber knee highs in spring gobbler season. I did mid height boots and gaiters all last year and was extremely happy with it through creeks and all.

 

When I was a kid Walmart Survivors or similar was the norm for me. Then Rocky was the high end option. Then after college I took a step up to Irish setters, thinking I was at the top. Now you’re telling me I have to keep going 😆

I will treat myself someday to a nicer pair then realize I have been doing my feet a disservice for years.

 

I have had the Beartooth 2 400g for a few seasons. They have been great boots. This past year for Father’s Day I got a pair of the uninsulated Kestrels for archery season. They have been great so far as well.

 

“Spend good money on your boots and your bed, because if you’re not in one you should be in the other.”

 

I got mine a Tractor Supply for $17.00. Not sure what the brand is, but they are schweet.

 

Rimshot!

 

When I hunt public land,I wear camo crocs.

 

I'm actually in the market for new boots.I bought a pair of Meindls from Cabelas about 10 years ago.I loved everything about them and they've held up great.Sadly,they started to lea

 

I work in Keens every day. They tried to make a hunting boot once and it was awful. The Keen Dry membrane leaked like a mosquito net and the traction was awful, super soft soles and no lateral support.
I stout leather boot with a stiff sole and good traction just makes those hikes more enjoyable.
I was going to order another pair of Hangwag Tatra ii boots but could not find them on sale in my size. I'd like to try the Crispis and Kennetreks but never see them discounted like some of the other premium boots.
Hanwag are made in Croatia. Those Schnees are Italian made.

 

I was going to order another pair of Hangwag Tatra ii boots but could not find them on sale in my size. I'd like to try the Crispis and Kennetreks but never see them discounted like some of the other premium boots.

Big fan of the tatra lites for PA hunting, not so much for out west, they give me multiple hotspots. Crispis are or were 20% off plus some sites offer LE, FR or education discounts, I'll stick with them from here on out. Buddy told me a local Amish guy sells Kennetreks cheaper than anywhere else he's found.

 

Are the Schnees pretty true to size? I’m probably going to order a pair

 

My brother got his already and said they are perfect. I've heard they do run true to size in the 0 gram and 200 gram boots, but in the 400 gram they suggest a 1/2 size up.
I need a wide boot in every make I've ever worn. The Hanwags were perfection from the get go. Extremely comfortable right out of the box and the ball bearing lacing is amazing.
I can wear a light sock or a heavy sock and the laces immediately seat exactly where they need to be with no fuss.

 

I got a pair of hanwag trappers for well under $200 at end of season in 2016. They were my primary boot for 4 years. Bought a pair of mid height zamberlan guides in 21 and have just used the handbags in cold weather since. Both boots have been great and are still waterproof, although the hanwags are nearing the end.

I have been eyeing the schnees sale, as I likely can't count on the hanwags much longer.

Once you buy a good pair of boots in the mountain style and you actually hunt mountainous terrain, there is no going back to your typical rocky, Danner, Irish setter boot.

 

I just bought the 200g for $239.That's a good deal.I have their uninsulated pack boots.They're built like a tank but kinda heavy.

 

Tatra ii are a gtx style with a #3 stiffness on the sole flex.
Not sure what the Tatra lites are like compared to them. I’m guessing more like a hiking boot

 

They're both gore tex (gtx) trekker style but the lites have a b flex compared to the bc of the ii's, must be how they shaved weight. Probably why they work good here but not out there for me, my crispis are a flex 4 and give me no issues. Have you tried the insulated boot covers for extended sits with the un-insulated boots? I picked a pair up but haven't needed them yet, curious how they'll work. Usually have good luck packing in with light socks & switching to heavier socks on stand.

 

Bought a pair of Beartooth 200g five years ago, and have worn them exclusively since then while hunting primarily in the mountains. Picked up a pair of the 0g Beartooth last year when they were on sale last year, they're on hold waiting for the first pair to wear out.
As stated above, I'd have difficulty returning to the Rocky/Irish Setter boots I wore previously - they make that much difference if you're in rough terrain. The term "game changer" gets thrown around pretty loosely in gear reviews these days, but quality boots truly are a game changer if you're hunting rough/rocky/steep terrain.

 

It took a lot of faith for me to get away from insulated boots, but I haven’t noticed a bit of difference in cold feet.
My feet still get cold, but they used to get cold in 2000g boots too. The only boots that keep me warm when it’s cold and I’m sitting are true pack boots, oversized with heavy wool socks. They are not made for walking

 

Meindl Comfort Fit boots are the only boots that seem to fit me well and I've tried about every brand. I walk hundreds of miles hiking and scouting and the Meindl Comfort Fit Light Hikers are the best hiking boot out there in my opinion. But everyone's feet are different and it takes time to find the right boot. I never really see them go on sale though.

 

I recently purchased this boots from the company and they are an upgrade to the Perfek Hunter. Matter of fact I just unwrapped them because it was one of the gifts my wife gave me to go along with my Ravin bolts and broadheads.

 

I was just at wal mart and didn't see any of the brands yinz guys are talking about. Mebey I'll try Rural King, they keep alot of the high dollars stuff.

 

I've been eyeing up the Schnee extreme pac boots for a while now. I think they would be a good all day sit boot.

My every day hunting boot is Salewa Mtn Trainer lite mid GTX. They're very comfortable, great tread, gore-tex, etc. The best part is they have a 2yr warranty. Every single year I wear holes in the side of each boot. This will be the 4th year in a row, no questions asked replacement. Sooner or later I'm gonna get cut off but until then...

 

I sprung for a pair of Schnees extreme pacs a few seasons ago.
I love em, only wear them when stand hunting in the cold. Quality built boot in my opinion.

 

A little off topic, but still footwear related.

When we go to Canada for deer, we hunt out of little 4'x4' shanties with a wood floor, they call them blinds. I've been wearing a pair of 400 gram insulated Danners with a set of Arctic Shield boot blankets on them. It's always been just ok, my feet don't freeze but they're also not what I'd call warm. Next time I go, after I get in the shanty for the day, I'm taking my boots off and putting on a good set of down booties with a hand warmer in each, and my boot blankets over them. I think that should solve my problem with cold feet. I might try it here if it gets cold enough, although that might be too much to mess with in a treestands.

 

My dad will kick his boots off and slip into a sleeping bag while hunting in a blind. It makes sense really. Block the wind, insulate, and allow circulation.
Those down camp booties are probably nice and toasty. Nothing and I mean nothing beats good down for warmth.

 

@dce once said we're never more than a mile or two from a Dollar General.