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I blew out my wading boots this weekend. Any suggestions on new ones? I wade in rivers with beds of stones, moss, and slippery rocks and clay. Also hike a bit through woods and swamps and along steep earthy banks to get to the rivers. I am often in muck up past my knees, so they can't get sucked off when I lift my feet.
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I like the Cabelas Backcountry boots. Not too expensive and they give plenty of ankle support. You can get them in whatever sole combination you want. I like the felt with the studs which also sounds like a good choice for you.
I'll second Matouse. I like the lug sole but I hear those vibram soles are good. I think the vibram sole would be crap in the snow and mud. I do much more walking to a from the water then in the water. I like the all terrian feel of a heavy traction sole.
Get a pair with padding on the bottom of them..helps keep traction in the water on those slippery stones and rocks in the water
Also I would suggest if your going to be hiking too that you should get a pair that clip onto your belt versus overalls...hiking and nonbreathable overalls just dont mix
Well, after much deliberation I was just about to press the order button for Cabela's Guide boots with studded felt. Then realized that no one would let me on their boats with them. So, started over.
I re-read Kirk Deeter's post on Simms new Vibram sole boots, along with everyone's responses. The Vibrams might not be quite as good as felt but decided to give them a try. Simms Freestone Vibram sole boots are $129.99 at Bass Pro. Good thing I hadn't used my rebate, yet. Until they arrive, I've got a choice - sweat in thick neoprene bootfoot waders or look fashionably out of season in marsh camo wading boots.
I appreciate everyone's feedback - it did help.
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I like the Cabelas Backcountry boots. Not too expensive and they give plenty of ankle support. You can get them in whatever sole combination you want. I like the felt with the studs which also sounds like a good choice for you.
I'll second Matouse. I like the lug sole but I hear those vibram soles are good. I think the vibram sole would be crap in the snow and mud. I do much more walking to a from the water then in the water. I like the all terrian feel of a heavy traction sole.
Get a pair with padding on the bottom of them..helps keep traction in the water on those slippery stones and rocks in the water
Also I would suggest if your going to be hiking too that you should get a pair that clip onto your belt versus overalls...hiking and nonbreathable overalls just dont mix
Well, after much deliberation I was just about to press the order button for Cabela's Guide boots with studded felt. Then realized that no one would let me on their boats with them. So, started over.
I re-read Kirk Deeter's post on Simms new Vibram sole boots, along with everyone's responses. The Vibrams might not be quite as good as felt but decided to give them a try. Simms Freestone Vibram sole boots are $129.99 at Bass Pro. Good thing I hadn't used my rebate, yet. Until they arrive, I've got a choice - sweat in thick neoprene bootfoot waders or look fashionably out of season in marsh camo wading boots.
I appreciate everyone's feedback - it did help.
Post an Answer