Blo0dyVanEs81
FNG
So, we are well aware by now, Athlete's hunt...and main stream 'Athletes' wear sport specific shoes for their athletic endeavors...Well, hunting clothing is beginning to adapt, with athletic cuts (see Sitka, Kuiu, Kryptek, etc..) why not hunting boots? I must first make the distinction I am simply applying this to early season, backcountry bowhunts. So, in getting to the point, I have been looking at trying out a new 'style' of boot for these hunts. I just picked up a pair of the Addidas Terrex Trek GTX's. They are a light, comfortable, SUPPORTIVE, ATHLETIC, hiking/backpacking boot. Check them out. Now, I have been wearing the typical boots that get thrown around here for years (Asolo, Lowa, Kenetrek, etc.) and yes, there is nothing like these boots, they are 'battle' tested and reliable. I feel like I can walk through walls with them on...or in our case, climb to 13K to chase elk and deer with no problem, but I was always searching for something a bit more 'athletic', a bit more 'mobile'. This is a mobile sport, and being able to move with agility and speed is critical at times, but having the support to keep you upright with 100#+ on your back in the same day.
By no means is this a thread to 'sell' these boots, I actually haven't even worn them in the woods yet! So, this should be an ongoing thread with updates of field performance. From first 'appearance', I'd be hesitant to put these boots on the top of my list for a backcountry goat or sheep hunt, just don't know they have the durability to take the abuse of the shale and granite day in and day out, but again, just my initial 'feel'. Now, I know some of you are saying 'well, we hunt deer and elk up in those elevations early season, so why would they be ideal for that?', which is a valid statement. Think about the amount of time we ACTUALLY spend in that environment chasing elk/deer? The majority of habitat we are all looking/finding those early season elk/deer is tundra splattered with rocky outcroppings and rimrock, not necessarily the rocky peaks sheep and goats like to call home.
Long story short, I will keep updating this thread with my field results/reviews. I'm hoping this is a solid move and will increase my mobility in the field, leading to some kills, or at least some more ground covered and animals found. Then I will get to put them to the test with a loaded pack!! Updates to come!!
By no means is this a thread to 'sell' these boots, I actually haven't even worn them in the woods yet! So, this should be an ongoing thread with updates of field performance. From first 'appearance', I'd be hesitant to put these boots on the top of my list for a backcountry goat or sheep hunt, just don't know they have the durability to take the abuse of the shale and granite day in and day out, but again, just my initial 'feel'. Now, I know some of you are saying 'well, we hunt deer and elk up in those elevations early season, so why would they be ideal for that?', which is a valid statement. Think about the amount of time we ACTUALLY spend in that environment chasing elk/deer? The majority of habitat we are all looking/finding those early season elk/deer is tundra splattered with rocky outcroppings and rimrock, not necessarily the rocky peaks sheep and goats like to call home.
Long story short, I will keep updating this thread with my field results/reviews. I'm hoping this is a solid move and will increase my mobility in the field, leading to some kills, or at least some more ground covered and animals found. Then I will get to put them to the test with a loaded pack!! Updates to come!!
