Insulated rubber boots.

[Pro953]

Not the usual boot thread, but figured some of the east coast hunters may have input. I use rubber deck boots for Crabbing and at the range when it’s muddy during the winter. But damn if they are not cold. It sucks the heat right out of my feet.

Any recommendations for a rubber type boot that is durable but also a bit more insulated than the standard industrial style or fishing deck boot? The hot hands toe warmers just do not cut it!

Thanks,
Phil


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[Wmmichael20]

My feet sweat in Lacrosse alpha Burley 1200 gram boots.

 

[Maverick1]

Kamik Goliath.

 

[Pro953]

Thanks, I will check both of those out. I was a little worried about the swamp foot situation I guess it’s the challenge of finding the happy medium.


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[Brendan]

Baffin Titan would be worth a look.

I've used Lacrosse forever, but been hearing people say quality isn't what they used to be and newer ones aren't lasting.

 

[peterk123]

I use Cabelas 400 grams whenever I am in the tree, even if it is 18 degrees. I bought them one size larger so I can use two layers of socks. First layer can be dress socks. Second layer is a heavy hunting wool sock. It not the warmest by any means but it does the job as long as I can wiggle my toes. The nice thing is that I do not sweat as much when I am walking in and out of the stand. I am not a fan of heavily insulated boots. My use of them would be extremely limited and I think they are very heavy. Pete

 

[Erict]

Muck boots are my favorite. They have a good fit around the ankle, are warm and well made. Like most insulated "rubber" boots, they are heavy. I use them mostly for long "sits" on late season deer hunts or when I'm out coyote hunting.

 

[la angler]

A vote for Lacrosse had a pair over 5 years finally leaking now but had hard use.

 

[yeti14]

Xtratuf insulated is what we use in SEAK in the winter.

Xtratuf Boots | Deck Boots, Fishing Boots, Boat Boots | Xtratuf

Built AlaskaTUF to Perform in the Harshest of Conditions and Stand Up to the Rigors of Commercial Fishing While Providing Agility, Protection and Comfort.

www.xtratuf.com

 

[Kotaman]

I have 3 pair of LaCrosse Alpha Burly’s to cover all but the coldest teMPs. Uninsulated, 800’s and 1600’s. Wear the heck out of all of them depending on conditions.

 

[HoneyDew]

Xtratuf insulated is what we use in SEAK in the winter.

Xtratuf Boots | Deck Boots, Fishing Boots, Boat Boots | Xtratuf

Built AlaskaTUF to Perform in the Harshest of Conditions and Stand Up to the Rigors of Commercial Fishing While Providing Agility, Protection and Comfort.

www.xtratuf.com

I’ve heard they’ve moved to made in China and the quality has taken a noticeable hit. Have you heard anything either way?

 

[yeti14]

I’ve heard they’ve moved to made in China and the quality has taken a noticeable hit. Have you heard anything either way?

People say that, and maybe it's true. But I wear the un-insulated version almost daily and I've had my first pair for 5 years now and still going strong. They did develop a small crack at the back of the ankle where it flexes when you walk at about year 3. I put some aquaseal on it without any further issues. I can't compare to the made in USA version as they move production before I moved to AK and started wearing them. But for me, 5 years out of rubber boots is pretty good.

 

[BluMtn]

Muck boots are my favorite. They have a good fit around the ankle, are warm and well made. Like most insulated "rubber" boots, they are heavy. I use them mostly for long "sits" on late season deer hunts or when I'm out coyote hunting.

Arctic Sport Mucks

 

[rene291]

Alpha burly

 

[WayoftheBow]

Alpha Burly Pro fan here as well. I have the 800 gram pair and they have done well through NOV here in Wisconsin. If you plan on late season, the 1600 gram version is worth a look.