Jason Snyder
WKR
Crispi Idaho (updated 9/30)
I am very impressed with these boots. I wore a pair, new out of the box (which was stupid) on a 7 day hunt. The first night/day involved some very steep climbing, and I got hot spots on both heels. One developed into a blister. A little Gorilla tape on one side and some Bodyglide on the other and away I went. Once the boots broke in, they were very comfortable. Once the blister dried up after a few days, I was able to remove the tape and finish the hunt with no discomfort.
These boots are a nice blend of supportive, without being too stiff. The sole on them is a little softer rubber than my Lowas, and the shank is definitely more flexible. I was a little unsure of the taller top, but given how light these things are it's a nice feature.
I think these will make an outstanding elk hunting boot, chukar hunting boot, and backpack hunting boot. For day hunting, I think I would probably opt for my Lowa Zephyrs, unless it was super steep terrain. The sidehill traction on the Idahos is very good, as should be expected from the sole design.
I have very narrow feet and really have to cinch the laces up, and also had to do a little voodoo lacing at first to keep my heel locked in until the boots broke in. If these fit your foot type, I think you will be happy with them for an early season boot.
I am very impressed with these boots. I wore a pair, new out of the box (which was stupid) on a 7 day hunt. The first night/day involved some very steep climbing, and I got hot spots on both heels. One developed into a blister. A little Gorilla tape on one side and some Bodyglide on the other and away I went. Once the boots broke in, they were very comfortable. Once the blister dried up after a few days, I was able to remove the tape and finish the hunt with no discomfort.
These boots are a nice blend of supportive, without being too stiff. The sole on them is a little softer rubber than my Lowas, and the shank is definitely more flexible. I was a little unsure of the taller top, but given how light these things are it's a nice feature.
I think these will make an outstanding elk hunting boot, chukar hunting boot, and backpack hunting boot. For day hunting, I think I would probably opt for my Lowa Zephyrs, unless it was super steep terrain. The sidehill traction on the Idahos is very good, as should be expected from the sole design.
I have very narrow feet and really have to cinch the laces up, and also had to do a little voodoo lacing at first to keep my heel locked in until the boots broke in. If these fit your foot type, I think you will be happy with them for an early season boot.
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