Crispi boots worth the money?

[NDHUNTER24]

Yes, but every model of crispi fits different. The lapponias don't fit my feet well. But the nevada and guides fit my feet great. Theres a bunch of different models that i haven't tried but its best to have an idea before you buy.

 

[Robobiss]

I think so. I have a pair of colorados that quickly became a “wear every day” boot.

I had them resoled by Mr. Cobbler in grand junction for like $125 bucks last year after eating the original sole hiking but then wearing them on concrete and asphalt at work (literally wore them daily for 3 years).

They are great boots, and being resoled and now basically in new condition and ready for anything for $125 bucks is pretty sweet. The uppers are in great condition, i wouldn’t be surprised if they survive to be resoled again. My math says between the original purchase price and the resole they have costed me less than 30 cents per day to own and that price is going down daily.

 

[Rock’N Tacos]

My feet hate my Crispi boots. Worst money I have spent on boots.

 

[GOninety]

I purchased the Crispi Idaho boot a few years ago. They have been a great boot for both big game and bird hunting.

Previously I had worn Danner Grouse boots for several pairs of boots. I like the Crispi boots more.

 

[Venom One]

I don’t think so. For the price, the insole should at least be useable. My summits are instantly soaked if the grass is wet or it rains and they take forever to dry out. The soles wear faster than any other boots I’ve tried. And they shrink over time, which I suspect is because of the pu, not rubber Rand.

They do fit great and are comfortable right out of the box, but in my experience their quality is no where near that of zamberlan or scarpa

I didn't like the Summits either, but the Lapponia III and Nevada/Kenai have been great. Besides being comfortable, supportive, and waterproof, I need boots that provide traction/grip in wet conditions. The Vibram Megagrip sole provides that, saving me from a lot of slipping/falling.

 

[cfounta1]

Yes. Buy once, cry once

 

[5MilesBack]

Most all of the European made hunting boots (especially Italian from my experience) are worth the money.......when you can find them for 40%+ off retail. At full retail......not so much.

 

[Fowl Play]

What I dislike about the Crispi’s are they have probably the worst stock insole of any boot I’ve tried. Totally unusable for me. Requiring you to immediately swap them out, which then changes the fit. For the money, it’s ridiculous.

 

[thinhorn_AK]

Just like everyone said, if they got your foot shape they'll be great for you. To test this out just find a place near you that sells them or buy a couple different models online and return what you don't like.

I had Lowa Tibets and although I put a lot of miles in steep terrain, they were extremely heavy and flat out overkill for me. Before that I had some Lowa Camino Evo which are great, but I wanted to try some Crispi. Got some Wyomings and I immediately agree with everyone that their insoles suck badly. Put some superfeet hike insoles and man did that change the feel of the boot. I just put a 6 hour steep hike couple days ago and my feet felt great. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another pair. I do want a taller boot next time. So I'll probably try the Idaho next.

I have some of the taller Lowa tibets and they seem like a great boot but they are more narrow than my crispis so they just aren’t as comfortable.

 

[thinhorn_AK]

What I dislike about the Crispi’s are they have probably the worst stock insole of any boot I’ve tried. Totally unusable for me. Requiring you to immediately swap them out, which then changes the fit. For the money, it’s ridiculous.

Yeah the insoles suck. I have a few pairs from superfeet and patrol and sons I rotate through my boots. To be fair, I havnt ever had boots that came with a “good/great” insole. They are all trash.

 

[Fullfan]

Well, I have 4 pr of them, 3 are worn while chasing Sept bulls. Others when I'm chasing Mid-Western gobblers. I will by more when the ones I have are done. Mine all diff insoles in them also.

 

[Backyard]

What I dislike about the Crispi’s are they have probably the worst stock insole of any boot I’ve tried. Totally unusable for me. Requiring you to immediately swap them out, which then changes the fit. For the money, it’s ridiculous.

Simple fix as it’s common with most boots. Get some insoles that work for your foot. I found Walk-Hero on Amazon this year while searching for something for my bit of plantar fasciitis. Inexpensive and no trimming because they come in actual sizes not ranges of sizes. This puts the arch where it should be. And they hold up well. I use them in all my shoes now.
Oh and I use the Crispi Nevada’s. After treating them properly they are totally waterproof. And stay they way. Would recommend!


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[Maverick1]

Who is the owner of the Crispi boot company?

 

[Jon_G]

What I dislike about the Crispi’s are they have probably the worst stock insole of any boot I’ve tried. Totally unusable for me. Requiring you to immediately swap them out, which then changes the fit. For the money, it’s ridiculous.

Unfortunately is it the standard even at such high prices. The only reason I don't really complain is because I wait for a good sell on boots. I got the Wyomings for $190 last year brand new from Midway USA. But yeah at msrp it's pretty crazy how trash the insoles are. But going back to my point and like others have stated, no one really puts in a good insole. They're all an afterthought.

 

[Fowl Play]

Unfortunately is it the standard even at such high prices. The only reason I don't really complain is because I wait for a good sell on boots. I got the Wyomings for $190 last year brand new from Midway USA. But yeah at msrp it's pretty crazy how trash the insoles are. But going back to my point and like others have stated, no one really puts in a good insole. They're all an afterthought.

I hear you. My only issue is they are an extremely thin strip of felt. Any insole you purchase will be at least twice the thickness if not more. So if you buy a pair of boots with a good fit, once you add an insole they may be too tight (what happened to me). If I had known that going in, it would have not been that bad. But when you have an almost brand new ~$400 pair of boots that are too tight with comfortable insoles and and extremely uncomfortable with the stock insoles you are stuck between a rock and a hard place. Unfortunately, those stock insoles feel fine in store and walking over easy terrain. 2 miles in on the trail is when you first notice it (2 miles too late to return them)

 

[CorbLand]

Who is the owner of the Crispi boot company?

It’s family owned in Italy.

 

[roadrunner]

I've been running () the same pair of Colorado's since 2020.

Of course, I hunt way less than most people do and use a pair of Briksdal's in winter months.

 

[Maverick1]

It’s family owned in Italy.

That is correct. And they are imported by????

At the 1:54:16 mark, 12:50 in, from the horses mouth: “You have to treat people well all along the way because you never know when your reputation will be on trial.”

 

[CorbLand]

That is correct. And they are imported by????

At the 1:54:16 mark, 12:50 in, from the horses mouth: “You have to treat people well all along the way because you never know when your reputation will be on trial.”

If you knew the answer, why ask the question?

 

[grfox92]

If you knew the answer, why ask the question?

He was playing Trivia, but forgot to tell us.

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