Crispi's for public land saddle mobile hunter

[Oski Naki]

Hey guys. First time post

Read a bunch of posts here about crispis and what people like and don't like. I'm coming from Oklahoma where I'm hunting the mountainous/ rolling hills of the SE & NE portion of the state. But also hunt MO OH, & MI.... I'm walking a TON and packing deer out and have been doing this for the last 6 years in lacrosse rubbers and my feet will not tolerate another season of that reckless abuse....
That being said I'm almost %100 sure I'll be making the plung into crispi boots. Have read enough reviews and want to invest into my feet. I plan on using arctic shield foot warmers when it's below 30 so I'm really trying to narrow down the 2 best options for walking/hiking and hunting on a tiny saddle platform ( OOAL ridge runner) which boots to get. Leaning more so on the Colorado, but would like the feedback if this will be a good choice come winter. Thanks for the feedback

 

[roosiebull]

the colorado is a pretty stiff boot, is that what you are looking for? the summit is very similar build, but a more flexible boot... not shoe flexible, they are still very much a boot, but on the more flexible side of real boots.

the colorado is too stiff for my liking, they seem like they were designed to be a light weight, mild weather sheep hunting boot or something. if you like stiff boots, they are probably a good choice.... my feet would disown me if i bought colorados for a primary boot, but it's probably the boot i would buy if i drew a sheep or goat tag... then i would probably never wear them again, haha

 

[DKennedy951]

I have been wearing the Colorado's for mobile saddle hunting out East. They fit me well and when paired with merino socks and liner they take me almost through the whole season without the artic shields.

 

[Bearwhisky]

I was in my saddle with my Valdres on today. Worked well. Good lightweight boot. Highly recommend.


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[Oski Naki]

So after doing some more research I'm more leaning toward the Idaho and Wyoming. Yes mainly whitetail saddle hunting various terrain from flat farmland to rolling mountains like mark twain National forest. And planning muley and elk for the next few season ahead.

From using the lacrosse rubber boots the last 6 or 7 seasons, I want something that I'll be able to cross at least high ankle deep water without having to take my boots and socks off.

The Colorado was my first choice due to the upgraded lower and also more stiffness for those miles and elk hunts, but feeling like a 4 stiffness might be too much and also 5he Colorado aren't as high as the Idaho.

So I've kind of switched gears leaning away from the Colorado. But definitely taking feedback into consideration before making the purchase. Still have like 2 weeks to decide. Thanks guys

 

[Oski Naki]

the colorado is a pretty stiff boot, is that what you are looking for? the summit is very similar build, but a more flexible boot... not shoe flexible, they are still very much a boot, but on the more flexible side of real boots.

the colorado is too stiff for my liking, they seem like they were designed to be a light weight, mild weather sheep hunting boot or something. if you like stiff boots, they are probably a good choice.... my feet would disown me if i bought colorados for a primary boot, but it's probably the boot i would buy if i drew a sheep or goat tag... then i would probably never wear them again, haha

Not really considering the summits right now as my first pair of crispi's. Maybe a second or 3rd pair. I want something I'll be able to be more "full season" that early season. I do like the summits and 5he black ovis edition are almost too good to pass on but like I said I know for sure the summits will get put away before the end of Oct no question, so summits are on the backburner right now

 

[roosiebull]

Not really considering the summits right now as my first pair of crispi's. Maybe a second or 3rd pair. I want something I'll be able to be more "full season" that early season. I do like the summits and 5he black ovis edition are almost too good to pass on but like I said I know for sure the summits will get put away before the end of Oct no question, so summits are on the backburner right now

what do you think makes the idaho and wyoming a full season boot and the summit an early season boot? a non insulated boot is a non insulated boot.

either of your choices will probably fit your niche well, but i'm curious about your comment above. i personally don't like the ABSS, it drives me nuts, which narrows the options for me.

the Nevada is a good all around boot as well, and has more room in the toe box if that matters to you

 

[Oski Naki]

what do you think makes the idaho and wyoming a full season boot and the summit an early season boot? a non insulated boot is a non insulated boot.

either of your choices will probably fit your niche well, but i'm curious about your comment above. i personally don't like the ABSS, it drives me nuts, which narrows the options for me.

the Nevada is a good all around boot as well, and has more room in the toe box if that matters to you

I belive the Idaho have a few extra features like a upgraded Cordura probably lying will be a little less breathable and hold warmth better and not %100 sure if they also did that on the summits. Also just being a taller boot should hold in a little more warmth and also being a happier medium between a hiker and lacrosse rubber boots to cross creeks and higher snow. Kinda why I'm leaning more toward Idaho vs Summit as a later season choice.

I'm also a taller guy so having the ABSS will probably feel a lot better side Hilling and picking out. My ankles tend to roll a lot also.

Love the Nevada! But wanting that extra few inches up top I'm going to save a little more and get the insulated guides as my 2nd pair probably 8n November or December if my arctic shields aren't enough.

Yea I'm pretty sure I'm going to pull the trigger on the Idaho next week. Thanks guys. Really appreciate it

 

[Buckhorn 70]

what do you think makes the idaho and wyoming a full season boot and the summit an early season boot? a non insulated boot is a non insulated boot.

either of your choices will probably fit your niche well, but i'm curious about your comment above. i personally don't like the ABSS, it drives me nuts, which narrows the options for me.

the Nevada is a good all around boot as well, and has more room in the toe box if that matters to you

I recommend the Nevada…. If I could only have one Crispi boot.