Crispi style choice for whitetail saddle hunting

[Bowhunt1969]

I have been thinking of getting a pair of Crispi boots for saddle hunting. Not sure on which model that everyone has best luck with on comfort and waterproof capabilities

 

[98XJRC]

I can’t comment on Crispi, but I used a pair of Hanwag Makra Trek Combi GTX last fall and really enjoyed using a stiffer boot. I preferred the stiffer boots as when standing on climbing sticks or the edge of a platform your boot remains fairly flat allowing for your feet to remain more comfortable. In all reality it’s not much different than my work boots in which I always get a solid shank.

 

[sconnieVLP]

I normally wear Salewa Alp Trainer Mids when it’s warm enough, but for later in the season when I need some insulation I wear the Crispi West River 2.0s with 400g of insulation. I went through several pairs, from the standard LaCrosse boots, to some typical Danner & Rocky choices, then tried the West Rivers on at Scheel’s and really liked them. So far only have a single season in them but they have been great.

 

[Joemich1911]

I wear the crispi wild rock plus gtx down to about 20 degrees with no problems. They held up well this year. I think it depends on how minimal your platform and steps are. Bulky rubber boots don't do well on small platforms and small steps.

 

[Bowhunt1969]

I am good well into 20's with uninsulated boots with good socks and toasty toe warmers. I am only looking at uninsulated models of Crispi boots. Main concern is comfort, support, true to size fit and waterproof capability

 

[Castronova]

I’ve used Lapponia 2’s for quite a few hunts now for whitetail in upstate NY, Alabama, Mich, Texas, Georgia, and Turkey run-n-gun in Virginia. Mostly diy with plenty miles on foot and saddle hunting except 1 rifle hunt. From dry to torrential they have been flawless to this point. Many days were in the 20’s.

Never had water come in, I wear 11 in all my sneakers and these are 11 and fit perfect. I put superfeet in my boots, comfort has been great.

 

[Bowhunt1969]

Thanks, I have read good things about that particular style and the Nevada style too

 

[nosajnh]

I bought a pair of insulated Nevadas and really liked them. I found them very comfortable both walking in them and standing on a platform. I wore them May- August, scouting and hiking then hunted from my saddle with them September-October. For myself, once the temps got into the 30-40 deg. Range they were not warm enough for long saddle hunts. I will definitely be wearing them to hunt turkeys this spring

 

[kal1431]

I ran Crispi Guides this past season. My first pair of “expensive” boots. They were outstanding. Lots of miles on them and many hours in the saddle. Zero complaints.

 

[Binz17]

I also use crispi guides uninsulated. Great boot for saddle hunting.

 

[Radford]

Why waste your money on crispis? Just because the dorks on this forum swear by them is my guess.

 

[Bowhunt1969]

Because I have friends that have some and I have been doing research on quality boots. But as long as I am the one paying for them I will buy whatever I choose to. You do you and I will do me!

 

[Hiltnhuntr]

This was all very informative thanks guys.