They make a great boot with their upper tier lines. I found the number one thing to making them last is to make greasing them part of your routine. Being sure to work it into the seams especially where the leather attaches to the sole. I like an old toothbrush for that.
I'm in the market again for boots. I'm in the PNW so water proof is top of my must have list. I lean towards a stiff boot but don't love overly tall boots. That last fact makes me think Kenetreks are probably out, after seriously considering trying them. Lighter weight is better for sure, if...
I imagine most guys running floorless tents won't have much experience with a ground cover. Not having a floor has some serious advantages, especially in crappy weather if your going to be coming in and out much. That said a full ground cover should help with condensation quite a lot in theory...
Have you tried bending the front out to more of a v-shape. Maybe you know, maybe not,but there's a wire in there designed to be bent to fit.
I was on the fence but after reading this thread I think I'm going to pull the trigger while the sale is going. Thanks for your input.
I think that's a good bet. He mentioned something about A Masterclass class. Would be interesting to see what he brings to the table in a setting like that.