Salomon quest winter for elk hunting?

[AgentP]

Does anyone have any experience elk hunting with the Salomon Quest Winter thinsulate? I need a pair of insulated boots but these drew my eyes over the danner pronghorns because I do a lot of other winter activities and would enjoy the versatility of them for snowshoeing and winter hiking. Can’t find much in terms of people hunting in them online though

 

[UpSideDown]

I have a set for sale, I haven’t tried hunting in them. The insulation is nice. It’s 200g which gives you a little warmth without roasting your feet when you’re hiking.

Sold - Salomon Quest Winter Boots size 12

I have a set of winter version Quests w/ 200g thinsulate. We’ve moved states and I don’t know if/when I will use these again. They’ve only been used a few times and the tread is like new. $65 shipped.

rokslide.com

 

[AgentP]

I have a set for sale, I haven’t tried hunting in them. The insulation is nice. It’s 200g which gives you a little warmth without roasting your feet when you’re hiking.

Sold - Salomon Quest Winter Boots size 12

I have a set of winter version Quests w/ 200g thinsulate. We’ve moved states and I don’t know if/when I will use these again. They’ve only been used a few times and the tread is like new. $65 shipped.

rokslide.com

Unfortunately those would be massive on my feet

 

[Jbxl20]

I’ve had a few pairs of regular quests. I wear them for work everyday and love them for comfort but waterproofing and durability aren’t the greatest even when new.

 

[AgentP]

I’ve had a few pairs of regular quests. I wear them for work everyday and love them for comfort but waterproofing and durability aren’t the greatest even when new.

Any recommendations on a better boot?

 

[ez_willie]

Lowa Renegade Warm GTX Mid Hiking Boots Leather Black/Gray Men's 9 D

Take the fit and function of the best-selling Renegade GTX Mid, add GORE-TEX Panda fleece insulation, VIBRAM’s new super-grippy Evo Icetrek...

www.midwayusa.com

Figured these might be worth $90, haven’t tried them yet.

 

[ez_willie]

Grab a pair of kennetrek gaiters for $20 to get free shipping

 

[Adventurous Alex]

I have tried many different pairs of quest boots, and I enjoy using them. I've never tried the winter version, but all the others work well for me and don't really require any sort of break-in period. I take them out of the box and go!

 

[midwestcowboy]

I personally can't do insulated boots, I run too damn hot. I also am not a fan of Danner boots after wearing through a pair in ~18 months of "light use".

My roommate has hunted Idaho elk the last few years into late November using Salomon quest 4's. I think they are damn near the same boot as your photo, just not insulated. They held up fine in wet/snowy conditions with a pair of gaiters. If you find a pair for a good deal and they fit well, I'd give 'em a try.

 

[poboy2214]

I used the regular quests for a long time and they were the best performing boot I’ve owned. Pair them with some gaiters and you’ll be fine (I use outdoor research, I think they were like $25 on sale). Personally, I’m not a fan of insulated boots unless I’m sitting in a tree stand but to each their own.

 

[Bachto]

Get leather boots for winter, Crispi Nevada uninsulated. They will last way longer and hold up better. If you want slightly insulated they make them with 200g.

 

[UpSideDown]

Lowa Renegade Warm GTX Mid Hiking Boots Leather Black/Gray Men's 9 D

Take the fit and function of the best-selling Renegade GTX Mid, add GORE-TEX Panda fleece insulation, VIBRAM’s new super-grippy Evo Icetrek...

www.midwayusa.com

Figured these might be worth $90, haven’t tried them yet.

Thanks for sharing man, $80 for a pair of boots with the 10% discount is a sweet deal.

 

[NMBigGame]

I've hunted in normal Quests in winter with gaitors and they worked well. Salomon Quests are what I run all the time. Love the boots. Only thing to consider in the winter is if you're doing a long glassing session in the snow you'll need to do something else to keep your feet warm. I usually untie, add another thick sock and just loosely tie back. I have been thinking about those insulated booties. Might have to give them a try next winter hunt.