Snake Boots

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I've been going back and forth about getting a new pair. I hate how most snake boots lose their waterproof ability over time. I also don't like wearing rubber boots all season.

Under Armour boots haven't received the best reviews. However, I do like this new pair due to the entire foot being full-grain leather. To me this seems like the best solution to keeping boots waterproof. What do ya'll think?

http://www.cabelas.com/product/footwear ... t104747580

 

[rbreedi1]

I got a pair of these for Christmas, they seem real nice and had great reviews. I've wore them around outside and fishing a few times. Will find out soon in the field if they perform.http://www.academy.com/webapp/wcs/store ... Type%5EPLA

 

[Setterman]

I can't fathom wearing those they look hot and like they would strip every inch of skin along the way. Also where i hunt I need ankle support snd those have none

I just bought a pair of Irish setter vapertrek snake boots and will report back when they arrive

 

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I can't fathom wearing those they look hot and like they would strip every inch of skin along the way. Also where i hunt I need ankle support snd those have none

I just bought a pair of Irish setter vapertrek snake boots and will report back when they arrive

I've been looking at these as well. They looks good, but there are a lot of bad reviews for the non-snake boot version. I'm also looking at the Danner Jackal IIs.

 

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I've said this before, but you'll have nothing but bad experiences with Cordura boots. It's so difficult to get the dirt and grit out of the fabric that you cannot effectively apply DWR retreatment. I look at these boots and I see problems.

1. It's UA who has little history in the footwear market and is so popular right now that they operate more off of their brand recognition than reputation for reliability.

2. Slip ons work ok for big guys with big feet who don't do a ton of miles. They absolutely suck for guys with narrow feet who do a lot of miles. I've hiked 10+ miles many times on a day of turkey hunting and wouldn't even consider slip ons a reasonable option unless I was looking to torture my feet with a masochistic experience. Your feet will roll and slide around making you more prone to blisters and inflamed feet. You'll find little to no support on steep and difficult terrain.

3. While I do like the amount of leather, the Cordura inlays are going to leak and you will have a difficult time retreating them. These will end up being a problem for you guaranteed.

After experimenting with different snake boots, I have concluded that you are best served getting a high quality and well fitted pair of hiking boots (not "hunting" boots) and complimenting them with a pair of snake gaiters. With the current offerings, this gives you the most versatile options for your money since you can wear the boots without snake chaps for non snake season hunting and other activities. You ca. Also take your snake gaiters off when sitting for a long period of time.


http://www.GoCarnivore.com

This makes perfect sense to me. I don't normally jump for UA stuff, but this design looked like it could solve the waterproof problems that you mentioned.

I have a pair of Asolo boots that I wear out west, but they don't grab very well on slopes with leaves.

I wish someone would make a lightweight, removable, waterproof bootie that can go on top on any boot that you can where in the early morning dew and take it off once it dried up.

 

[spoon]

Just buy a pair if these socks and your problem is solved

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IYQ ... TAX5FVVCOE

 

[Andy S.]

A pair of sealskinz may fit the bill for waterproofing.
http://www.sealskinz.com/US/socks/mid-weight-knee-length-sock

 

[muddyboots]

I have the cabelas slip on snake boots. Love em.

 

[FARMTOFIELD]

Danner jackal is my favorite I just don't like slip on for Turkey hunting

 

[Setterman]

I can't fathom wearing those they look hot and like they would strip every inch of skin along the way. Also where i hunt I need ankle support snd those have none

I just bought a pair of Irish setter vapertrek snake boots and will report back when they arrive

I've been looking at these as well. They looks good, but there are a lot of bad reviews for the non-snake boot version. I'm also looking at the Danner Jackal IIs.

Love the jackal but the sole sucks for where I hunt, definite broken leg if I wore them.

The Irish setters were getting rave reviews on the GON forum btw that's what led me to them

 

[TheLBLman]

I'm currently wearing out my 2nd pair of Irish Setter snake boots. Overall, have liked them better than any of the other numerous makes I've used over the years. Unfortunately, this particular version is no longer available. I will go with Irish Setter again when these fall apart.

I'm also on my 3rd pair of Meindl hikers.
These Irish Setter snake boots are the closest ones I've found to a decent hiking boot such as those Meindls.

After experimenting with different snake boots, I have concluded that you are best served getting a high quality and well fitted pair of hiking boots (not "hunting" boots) and complimenting them with a pair of snake gaiters. . . . . this gives you the most versatile options for your money since you can wear the boots without snake chaps for non snake season hunting and other activities. You can also take your snake gaiters off when sitting for a long period of time.

I stopped thinking that after twice having snakes crawl under my seat.
And a friend of mine "called up" a huge rattlesnake while turkey hunting, sitting on the ground with his back to a tree.

I believe some of the really big, old rattlers & copperheads have likely figured out that hen turkey noises have often equated to a full mouth of baby turkeys.

 

[Gravey]

I've got a pair of Mucks that are the height of hiking boots but forget the name. Have snake gaiters I bought from Academy Sports last year. Together they're pretty comfortable. Before it gets hot I just use my Muck Fieldblazers.

 

[SKFOOTER]

Danner Pronghorns and Irish Setter Vaprtreks.

 

[Coker]

Danner Pronghorns and Irish Setter Vaprtreks.

2nd the Danner Pronghorns. Very easy to break in and very comfortable.

 

[prstide]

Try the Lacrosse 4x Alpha Mudlite Snake Boots and save yourself a lot of headache. I've been wearing them for over a year hunting bottoms in West TN and have not had a minutes issue. Never have to worry about "retreating" them or anything else. They won't slip on your heel due to the design of the boot gripping your ankle. Very comfortable boots and aren't hot. I have worn them with Fox River Military Wick Dry Max socks and walked many, many miles with no complaints.

 

[Setterman]

Danner Pronghorns and Irish Setter Vaprtreks.

2nd the Danner Pronghorns. Very easy to break in and very comfortable.

I wore them for years, but the price of them has gotten absurd. I refuse to pay $300 for a pair of boots I might get 2 seasons out of

 

[PalsPal]

I guess I'm lucky. Have never seen the need for snake boots. Avg 30-40 days in the woods each spring, I have only encountered two snakes, and both let me know they were there before I got too close.

They just never cross my mind, other than the few times when I'm crossing a bottom full of knee-high ferns !

 

[Coldfusion]

I can't fathom wearing those they look hot and like they would strip every inch of skin along the way. Also where i hunt I need ankle support snd those have none

I just bought a pair of Irish setter vapertrek snake boots and will report back when they arrive

I've been looking at these as well. They looks good, but there are a lot of bad reviews for the non-snake boot version. I'm also looking at the Danner Jackal IIs.

I've got the regular version in black I wear 4 days a week at work for 10 hrs a day. They have seen every condition there is. I love mine. I'm flat footed and usually bust the soles but so far these are hanging in there. Fit like a tennis shoe. I want the snake boots version for hunting. BTW have Co workers who also use these and love them so not sure where negative reviews come from.

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I can't fathom wearing those they look hot and like they would strip every inch of skin along the way. Also where i hunt I need ankle support snd those have none

I just bought a pair of Irish setter vapertrek snake boots and will report back when they arrive

I've been looking at these as well. They looks good, but there are a lot of bad reviews for the non-snake boot version. I'm also looking at the Danner Jackal IIs.

I've got the regular version in black I wear 4 days a week at work for 10 hrs a day. They have seen every condition there is. I love mine. I'm flat footed and usually bust the soles but so far these are hanging in there. Fit like a tennis shoe. I want the snake boots version for hunting. BTW have Co workers who also use these and love them so not sure where negative reviews come from.

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Good to know. The reviews on Bass Pro's website are very negative.


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Although all the other reviews on the Internet are very positive. I may have to get me a pair of the vaprtreks


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