Go try on a bunch of boots. Pick the ones that fit YOUR feet the best. You're gonna get a list of boots thrown out to you that are these guy's favorite boots. They may work for you, they may not. Everyone's feet are different.
I ordered Crispi Idaho’s in regular and wide and went with the wides. Your feet will thank you.
Great advice, thank you!
Yes, Montana is a draw for non-residents but it's pretty good odds. Plus you can apply as a party. If I remember correctly two or three years ago was the first time they sold out non-resident big game combo licenses (elk & deer). There is also an elk combo with only the elk tag. I think if you purchase the preference point (not the bonus point) that increases your odds of drawing a big game combo tag or elk combo and all but guarantees it. Maybe someone with more experience with their regs can chime in if I'm wrong. Our backup plan has always been Colorado since you can go over the counter. We just haven't had to use it. The first year we went we basically operated under the assumption we would draw and started our research/planning before we knew for sure. Then we were in good shape when we found out we had tags. We looked at a lot of Google Earth and Onx Maps, called and talked to a couple biologists and read what we could on Rokslide and other forums. Montana is a huge state, so gohunt.com is a fantastic option for getting information and narrowing down the areas you want to look at.
Realistically these days you should count on MT as an every other year option. Buying a preference point when you apply doesn't guarantee you a draw anymore.
Thanks for feedback on Montana option, does Montana sell out of non resident tags? I began reading the regs there, getting familiar with units, seems best elk populations are north of Yellowstone.
You have to draw all NR tags for Montana for elk and deer.
Done Montana and WY 5x total from Boston, MA, all driving, and by myself for 3.5 of the drives.
