Archery Talk Forum banner
Cancel
Create thread New Forums

Best uninsulated rubber boots?

Jump to Latest
14K views 27 replies 26 participants last post by  1canvas  
#1 ·
Always been a Lacrosse guy. I had two pairs of the Alpha Burly Sports and they were amazing, just finally tore apart. I bought the "new" style and I absolutely hate them. Very very stiff even after 3 years of use. Looking for opinions on what else is out there. The Irish Setter Rut Masters look nice, but haven't tired them out. Not many Muck dealers around that stock all of the models...

What have you tried and liked?
 
Save
Reply Quote Like Like
N
#3 ·
I had 2 pair of Irish Setter rutmasters, both fell apart within 3 months. One I took back, Irish Setter CS sucked, said bring back to retailer. They were nice enough to exchange them. Second pair same thing. I contact IS asking for a refund, they never responded. The second pair in now held together with shoe glue and I just use for muddy yard work. It's a shame too, I really liked how these boots fit and felt.

I have a pair of Muck Woody maxes, about 5 years old, rock solid. Not sure how there uninsulated boots are. For warm weather I've been using the Lacrosse aeroheads and they're not my favorite. Bulky, I rolled my ankle bad in em last year. Not a great fit.
 
#5 ·
I have the LaCrosse 3.5mm AeroHead 18" Rubber Boots and they are good. The LaCrosse AeroHead Sport 3.5mm Rubber Boots appear to be a updated version and if I were in the market I would check them out first. Either one I would get a size or two larger because mine are pretty snug.
 
Save
Reply Quote Like Like
#11 ·
I have a pair of the Lacrosse Aerohead 3.5's in size 12 (normally wear 10.5) and they are the most comfortable boots I have worn. The upper is very soft and flexible they grip terrain well and through one whole season of use still look pretty new. I hike everywhere. I hunt with climber, pack, and bow all season, not short walks either. There were a few cold days last year where I wore a liner sock and heavy merino wool sock with a toe warmer in the upper teens to 20 degrees. Very satisfied. I just purchased the Lacrosse Aerohead sport 3.5 snake boots a few weeks ago in a size 11 for early season so not intending to layer socks in them. They are a little bigger in the lower than my regular aeroheads even being 1 size smaller. They are also stiffer in the upper, I assume this is due to the snake proof layer throughout the boot. The size feels similar except being slightly more snug at the ankle. I have worn them working at camp and on the jobsite a few days to break them in and they have softened up a little. Stood on the back side of a beaver dam tearing a hole in it with a pick axe and the boots were stable standing on a slippery unstable pile of sticks and limbs and the only time water got in was when it got over the top of the boot but it dried out quickly. I am happy with the aerohead snake boots as well.
 
#15 ·
I ended up going with the Lacrosse Aerohead 3.5 Sports. I typically wear a 12, these run a little big, but still very comfortable and some thicker socks will help as well.
 
Save
Reply Quote Like Like
#16 ·
I personally don't think there is such a thing. I have had several pair of rubber boots. Uncomfortable and hot = sweaty. I prefer ROCKY Bear Claws.

 
Save
Reply Quote Like Like
#21 ·
I rabbit hunt in some of the nasty briars in the state of Virginia in a pair of lacrosse aerohead 3.5mm. they are the most comfortable and durable boot I have ever worn. Three seasons of use bow hunting and rabbit hunting and driving deer dogs and they are still going strong. Definitely my recommendation.
 
F
#22 ·
Just bought a set of Cabela's 5mm fleece rubber boots that were on sale,to replace my Woody Max boots that had one of the soles separate
from the boot. Don't remember exactly how many years I got out of them, but held up pretty well. Didn't want to spend the $150 plus on another pair. Wore the Cabela's boots once so far and aren't bad. The "shoe" part doesn't seem as rugged as the Muck, but if they stay together for a few years I think they're worth it. I just noticed L.L. Bean has a really good sale going on right now on boots. Lacrosse, Muck, etc. Figures....
 
#24 ·
Lacrosse for me. However mine are 5 or 6 years old. I have a pair of Irish sitters that I've never worn that are 10 plus years old. I hope they have dry rotten in the box. I have a pair of Rocky Snake boots that I've had since 2010. I wear them turkey hunting and archery. Just coat them down with Scotch Guard a month out and use scent killer on them, along with EverCalm.... Still waterproof.

Good luck.
 
Save
Reply Quote Like Like
#26 ·
Xtra tuffs, best all around rubber boots of all time. They have better traction than any boot I have ever worn, are light weight and very comfortable, they hold up very well too.

I have been wearing them lots of days per year since I was 12, they are designed for commercial fishing, but are an excellent woods boot.

You will not be disappointed
 
#27 ·
Just bought the same pair with the mossy oak neoprene upper for 70 at Sheels. The are really comfortable and they don't slip around on my foot. I like the neoprene upper because it doesn't make noise when I walk.
 
Save
Reply Quote Like Like
Archery Talk Forum
posts
39M
members
240K
Since
2001
A forum community dedicated to bow and crossbow owners and archery enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, performance, troubleshooting, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more!
Full Forum Listing
Explore Our Forums
General Archery Discussion Bowhunting and Bowhunter Showcases Traditional Archery Crossbow Forum - General Crossbow Discussion F.I.T.A, N.A.A., Collegiate Archery, And J.O.A.D.