Rubber Boot Updating

[LostArra]

My ancient Muck swamp hunting boots are now officially more Shoo Goo than boot. My first thought was to just replace them but when I tried on the current model they just didn't feel the same in fit or construction. I haven't shopped this type of boot for over 10 years so there may be better options.

I'm looking at the LaCrosse Aerohead Sport and possibly a newer brand called DryShod which was started by the original founder of Muck.

Anyone have experience with either of these boots? Are there any non-Alaskans who deer hunt swampy country in Xtratufs?

Thanks

(This topic might be better in the whitetail section)

 

[Brendan]

I've had good luck with the Aerohead. It's my whitetail boot after it starts to get just a little cold, as I have one of the real insulated versions. With good socks, keeps me warm right through late season. Granted it's not a hiking boot, but I haven't had any issues tromping around the woods, including up and down a bunch of hills. Really comfortable for a mix of swampy to dry terrain, and wanting to be as scent free as possible. I'm up to replace them this year, and will be looking at the same boot.

 

[Squirrels]

The aero heads are comfy and nice boots but the alpha burly pros offer better foot support and are tried and true and time tested for me. Don’t think you could go wrong with either but I’ve had fantastic luck with lacrosse knee highs for creek bottom hunting. They just last and lacrosse is great to deal with


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[Kotaman]

I prefer Alpha Burley Proos to the Aero Head.

 

[thinhorn_AK]

I like xtratufs but I live in AK.

 

[Btaylor]

Alpha burly pro for me.

 

[Jsunkler]

Really depends on what you plan to do with them. I have Muck Woody Artic Ice short walks, hunting waterfowl, and deer stand hunting. I also have Xrtratuf knee boots and deck boots for their purposes, and finally have a pair of Cabelas Instinct Neoprene Knee Boots that stay in the bed of the truck for unexpected needs (picked them up when they were $19 a pair).

Each boot has a purpose, just have to match your purpose to the boot.