Rubber boot – What one should i buy

  • fishthumper
    Sartell, MN.
    Posts: 11945
    #1815768

    Well it looks like the 2 I had narrowed it down to are the clear choices. I had hoped that the responses would have been more one sided. I guess I’m most likely going to be happy with what ever one I buy. Now just need to find a place to buy them. Being one of the more popular shoe sizes. it seems like 10 or 11 are the 1st ones sold out. Cabelas in Rogers did not have a 10 or 11 in either brand. Retail location always get upset when people buy things online – But they never seem to have what you want when you want it.

    tegg
    Hudson, Wi/Aitkin Co
    Posts: 1450
    #1815783

    In all honesty fit might end up to be the more critical factor. I’ve always had good luck with the fit of Lacrosse. I know my cousin had a pair of Mucks that were simply not comfortable as a walking boot. May have been the specific model but it had more slop in the fit that compromised foot comfort. I have to think the boots will have their comparisons across manufacturers. The best feeling boot on the foot may be the one to go with.

    JEREMY
    BP
    Posts: 3922
    #1815787

    My feet stay warm in Muck arctic only thing I don’t like is sole is not very flexible. Feet get sore walking to deer stand. Not as bad ice fishing but dont walk near as far.

    Jamin
    Hudson, WI
    Posts: 925
    #1816162

    Just an FYI — For those willing to try the Cabelas Zoned, they’re on sale right now for $80. Reg $120.

    chuck100
    Platteville,Wi.
    Posts: 2629
    #1816172

    I am on my third winter with the muck artic pros,i love them.I really like the look of the new soles they have on them now.I use a wicking sock liner and a good wool sock and no issues with cold.

    buckybadger
    Upper Midwest
    Posts: 8205
    #1816183

    For those suggesting the Lacrosse Alpha Burly…how much of a “size up” is needed, if at all? My actual shoe size is a 10 or 10.5 depending on the shoe. I’d buy an 11.5 if I could.

    My current Irish setters are blowing out at only ~15 months. Their quality and durability has taken a major hit in recent years.

    Angler II
    Posts: 530
    #1816187

    I go a half a size up. Prefer the extra room for socks and space for my feet to breathe a little.

    Trevor Hebel
    Roseau, MN
    Posts: 36
    #1816211

    I typically wear between 9.5-10 depending on boot brand. I got a 10 and there was room for me to wear 2 pairs of socks thin and thicker wool. So I would suggest an 11 for you

    Jon Jordan
    Keymaster
    St. Paul, Mn
    Posts: 6021
    #1816552

    I have a pair of the Muck Artic Sport. Must be a completely different boot than the Muck Artic Pro. The -40f rating on the Artic Sport is a complete joke! (Rating as shown on Amazon product description.) These boots are good down to about +35. Then they are done for the winter. Would not consider any long periods of time on the ice.

    FWIW, I typically don’t have issues with cold feet. I have a 25+ year old pair of Sorels that still do a darn good job on the ice.

    Related question – on these typically oversized rubber boot, what product do you used for ice cleats? All of the one’s I see at Fleet Farm would never fit over a size 13 boot.

    -J.

    Bearcat89
    North branch, mn
    Posts: 20405
    #1816555

    Related question – on these typically oversized rubber boot, what product do you used for ice cleats? All of the one’s I see at Fleet Farm would never fit over a size 13 boot.

    -J.
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    Just buy the cleats in xl. I have 3 styles and they all fit over my size 12 rubber boot. Better then my old sorrels that had a falling off while walking issue

    buckybadger
    Upper Midwest
    Posts: 8205
    #1817299

    Update (although this wasn’t my original post):

    I ordered a pair of Lacrosse Alpha Thermals. I have worn them for about an hour so far doing some shoveling and a little work outside to break them in before hitting the ice for a day.

    My Unprofessional Review:

    Size- The boots run bigger than I anticipated. I went up a full half size and there’s almost too much room

    Durability- They seem like they will be more durable than the most recent pair of Mucks I had and are a bit thicker, but only time will tell

    Traction- NA, haven’t had them on any real ice yet

    Comfort and Support- My feet weren’t sore in the least bit after their first (relatively short use).

    Price- The price was right at $110.00 and $50 cheaper than most comparable boots.

    Eelpoutguy
    Farmington, Outing
    Posts: 10446
    #1817306

    I say this every year when it comes to boots. A few years ago I did the “whats the best boot” thing. I went and tried on all the big name boots. Didn’t like any of them for one reason or the other. Too long of a list to go thru.

    Ended up with Mickey Mouse boots (I woulda went with bunny boots but everyone was out)

    Best boot I’ve ever owned.

    Hoyt4
    NULL
    Posts: 1256
    #1817341

    Lacrosse Alpha Burly 1600, I have a set for ice fishing and bow hunting.

    Brent Bakke
    Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta Canada
    Posts: 21
    #1819345

    Id recommend DUNLOP PUROFORT,in Canada where I am winter is between -20 to -40 C (-4 to -40 F) they are foam insulated so combine them with a pair of BAMA booties and your good for the day…..its what I’ve worn for years

    fishthumper
    Sartell, MN.
    Posts: 11945
    #1819360

    Id recommend DUNLOP PUROFORT,in Canada where I am winter is between -20 to -40 C (-4 to -40 F) they are foam insulated so combine them with a pair of BAMA booties and your good for the day…..its what I’ve worn for years

    I tried to go to there site to look at them. Can you translate this

    Sorry, er is iets fout gegaan in onze applicatie

    Onze support afdeling is op de hoogte gesteld van deze foutmelding en zullen dit zsm op lossen. Excuses voor het eventuele ongemak dat ontstaan is door deze fout in de applicatie. Probeert u het aub op een later tijdstip nog eens.

    klang
    Posts: 176
    #1819407

    Mucks get my vote also. I agree with the socks comments, no matter how good your boot, if your feet get wet, they will get cold. Get you a good pair of wick away socks.

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