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Rubber hunting boots what’s the best

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#1 ·
Looking to see what you all think is the best rubber hunting boots
Warmest best traction and most durable long lasting
 
#8 ·
Lacrosse & mucks I hear have rave reviews. I ended up ordering snake proof lacrosse rubber boots and got a really good deal with them. I have to wear wool socks or my foot get cold. The dorsal (top of the foot) begins to hurt in these as well if I cross my legs, bend the joint towards me, or for sitting for long periods. Not sure if I haven't broken them in long enough or what.
 
#10 ·
ive had really good luck with mucks. like all things within a brand, certain styles are better than others. the muckmaster is my favorite. wetland is good also. woodland and artic pro for colder. avoid the field blazer and that style. the ones with a more defined sole are better.
 
#11 ·
I haven’t found the best pair yet. Boots are such an individual choice, it’s hard to take someone else’s advice, mainly because everyone’s feet are so different. Back when Muck was all the rage, I got a pair, and they were not comfortable to me at all. I have a pair of LaCrosse Grange boots that I keep going back to that I’ve had for over 15 years. They only have the foam insulation, but they keep my feet warmer than the Mucks. I would definitely not buy a pair of any kind without trying them on first.


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#12 ·
Ive tried Bogs but the soles seperated from the boots. I tried Mucks but they are cold and green briars tear them too easily. I have a pair of Lacrosse that have hard rubber up the front that deflects green briars and they are very comfortable. They are too new to tell how well they will hold up but shortly I will be yote and beaver trapping which will give them the acid test.
 
#15 ·
I got Muck Artics. Not a huge fan. No arch support and not really warm. My feet run cold. I wear wool socks from September through March. I wearing some Lacrosse lace ups that have rubber bottoms with a real sole and they rock.
 
#17 ·
none of them are truly warm, traction has been a non issue for me............they are all decent, as for durability, muck and durability do not belong in the same sentence. Muck are neoprene.....they will tear much easier than any rubber boot...........I own lacrosse, muck, banded gear, "rubber" boots..........the lacrosse are easily the most durable, followed by the banded..............but, slipping your foot into a muck boot is silly comfortable
 
#18 ·
I’m finishing my 4th season in Lacrosse Alpha Snake boots. Here in SC, I use uninsulated. I just had to put some sealant on a few cracks over the toe bend this season due to minor leak.

Comfort? Was great early, but on my second set of insoles.

Think I’m gonna get some new boots for next season and looking at Lacrosse Venom lace ups for more comfort at the sacrifice of long lasting water proofing.


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#54 · (Edited)
Lacrosse aeroheads and Lacrosse alpha burley when it gets super cold
Had my alpha burley for a long time and other than some fading they are good as new
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#24 ·
For cold I have two pair of Ranger pac boots that are rubber pull on boots/calf high. one is xtra warm (-40 rated) and one is warm, both have removable fleece liners so you can dry them out well and I added refletix insoles to both.

I also use rubber bunny boots which are very warm, ankle high/lace up.

Warmer weather I do not use rubber boots.
 
#25 ·
I get the plain old Lacrosse Burlys with the foam insulation. I can wear them with a pair of thermal socks when highs are around freezing. They last a long time. I bought my first pair in the late 1980s, my second pair in the late 90s and just bought my third pair this year. That is pretty darn good value for a boot that gets a fair amount of use every September into November. They don't look that sexy, but they work great. These are the ones:

https://www.cabelas.com/product/LaCrosse-Mens-Burly-reg-Air-Grip-Rubber-Boots/721672.uts
 
#26 ·
I have a pair of lacrosse aerohead 3.5mm and some alpha burly pro 800 gr
The aerohead are lighter, more comfortable on stand and warmer than the alphaburly
If you want them for cold weather I’d recommend the 7mm version
The alphaburly have better tread but I wouldn’t buy another pair.