Schnee's Beartooth 0g Longterm Review

[Jordan]

Thank you.

 

[Watrdawg]

I got a pair of the Beartooth's this past Sept and wore them quite a bit over the hunting season. No issues and they were great right out of the box. As part of my fitness plan for an elk hunt I'm going on next November I've been going on 5-8 mile hikes every weekend. I'm wearing a 30lb weighted vest and have had no issues what so ever. Really love these boots.

 

[Ralphie]

I'm looking for a replacement for kenetrek mtn extremes. They've been ok but I don't like how it feels like I'm walking around with blocks underneath. Would anyone be able to comment about that on these beartooths. I need some decent ankle support, but the thick soles of the mtn extremes seem to encourage my ankle to roll.

 

[moose paddle]

I'm looking for a replacement for kenetrek mtn extremes. They've been ok but I don't like how it feels like I'm walking around with blocks underneath. Would anyone be able to comment about that on these beartooths. I need some decent ankle support, but the thick soles of the mtn extremes seem to encourage my ankle to roll.

Having owned both I find the beartooths to feel way more stable. I struggled with rolling my ankles in the mountain extremes.

 

[moose paddle]

Overall, the Beartooths have been extremely comfortable. I've worn them 5-6 days a week for the past couple of months, and from a comfort standpoint, I've been very satisfied. Even on a couple of 10-mile days, my feet have remained happy.

However, after three months, I'm starting to see more wear and tear than I expected. The leather on the tongue and upper part of the boot is showing significant signs of wear. The boots definitely look like they're breaking down a bit. In all fairness, this is somewhat expected given that I've put 25+ miles on these boots per week this spring.

At this point I would recommend these boots, I am planning on buying a pair of the V2's to put into my rotation.

 

[ozyclint]

I will have to replace my Lowa Tibet Hi's eventually and I'm leaning towards the Schnee Granite 0g.

 

[meltedchip]

Thanks for the review.
I haven’t been looking for new boots very long and I’m not in a hurry to buy.

The Beartooth is on sale for about 30% off now.
Do sales get any better?

 

[Soj51hopeful]

Any more updates for these boots?

 

[jonesn3]

I LOVE. my Timberlines.

I wanted to love the Timberlines. I ordered both 10 and 10.5s last year, kept the 10.5 (same size as my Beartooths 0g), but they just didn’t fit as snug as the Beartooths. When I rechecked my “officiall” sizing at a store, they recommended size 10.5. But, even with insoles the Timberlines for me just didn’t fit near as well, ended up selling them on the classified here with less than a year and not even one hunting season on them.

Since then, I ordered the Beartooth 0g V3 boots on-sale during Black Friday. Same size as my previous pair. Unfortunately, they don’t seem to fit the same and probably atleast 1/2 size big. I did talk to Schnees CS beforehand, they said the sizing shouldn’t change with the new versions, but that’s not the case in my situation. The insoles alone are about 1/4”longer than on the new V3 boots compared to the older model. So I’d say they run large in comparison. Needing to exchange for a half size smaller and see how that goes.

 

[gostovp]

I wanted to love the Timberlines. I ordered both 10 and 10.5s last year, kept the 10.5 (same size as my Beartooths 0g), but they just didn’t fit as snug as the Beartooths. When I rechecked my “officiall” sizing at a store, they recommended size 10.5. But, even with insoles the Timberlines for me just didn’t fit near as well, ended up selling them on the classified here with less than a year and not even one hunting season on them.

Since then, I ordered the Beartooth 0g V3 boots on-sale during Black Friday. Same size as my previous pair. Unfortunately, they don’t seem to fit the same and probably atleast 1/2 size big. I did talk to Schnees CS beforehand, they said the sizing shouldn’t change with the new versions, but that’s not the case in my situation. The insoles alone are about 1/4”longer than on the new V3 boots compared to the older model. So I’d say they run large in comparison. Needing to exchange for a half size smaller and see how that goes.

Thanks on the feedback on the V3 sizing
How do you feel the width on the V3 is compared to the previous version?

 

[Greenstig]

I wanted to love the Timberlines. I ordered both 10 and 10.5s last year, kept the 10.5 (same size as my Beartooths 0g), but they just didn’t fit as snug as the Beartooths. When I rechecked my “officiall” sizing at a store, they recommended size 10.5. But, even with insoles the Timberlines for me just didn’t fit near as well, ended up selling them on the classified here with less than a year and not even one hunting season on them.

Since then, I ordered the Beartooth 0g V3 boots on-sale during Black Friday. Same size as my previous pair. Unfortunately, they don’t seem to fit the same and probably atleast 1/2 size big. I did talk to Schnees CS beforehand, they said the sizing shouldn’t change with the new versions, but that’s not the case in my situation. The insoles alone are about 1/4”longer than on the new V3 boots compared to the older model. So I’d say they run large in comparison. Needing to exchange for a half size smaller and see how that goes.

Same story here. I intended to replace a worn out pair of Beartooths (2020-ish I think) with either the Timberline or V3’s.

The old Beartooths fit my foot out of the box like they were custom-made for me and only got better as they broke in.

Schnees says there was no changes to the boot lasts from the previous versions. However, my feet were absolutely swimming around in correct sizing. The problem for me was specifically around the lower ankle and heel pocket. I couldn’t get the boot locked down on my foot at all.

I spent some time in-store trying various insoles and sizes in both boots. Nothing solved the heel lift.

 

[jonesn3]

Thanks on the feedback on the V3 sizing
How do you feel the width on the V3 is compared to the previous version?

Difficult to say for sure with the sizing being off (in my experience)

Like I said, their customer service told me over the phone sizing comparison with Beartooths and the V3 model would be the same. They said the same thing about the Timberlines compared to Beartooth (apparently it’s the same mold or something). So it should be the same. But, that said I’m thinking the new model runs 1/2 size large compared to old and would guess width is comparable. I can report back if/when I try the 10s

 

[jonesn3]

Same story here. I intended to replace a worn out pair of Beartooths (2020-ish I think) with either the Timberline or V3’s.

The old Beartooths fit my foot out of the box like they were custom-made for me and only got better as they broke in.

Schnees says there was no changes to the boot lasts from the previous versions. However, my feet were absolutely swimming around in correct sizing. The problem for me was specifically around the lower ankle and heel pocket. I couldn’t get the boot locked down on my foot at all.

I spent some time in-store trying various insoles and sizes in both boots. Nothing solved the heel lift.

My Beartooth 0g are from 2020-2021(ish). Same story for me.

 

[jonesn3]

Difficult to say for sure with the sizing being off (in my experience)

Like I said, their customer service told me over the phone sizing comparison with Beartooths and the V3 model would be the same. They said the same thing about the Timberlines compared to Beartooth (apparently it’s the same mold or something). So it should be the same. But, that said I’m thinking the new model runs 1/2 size large compared to old and would guess width is comparable. I can report back if/when I try the 10s

I finally talked with Schnees about exchanging my NIB Beartooth V3 10.5 (non insulated). Intended to replace my old Beartooths 0g same size. They’ll change for a smaller size, apparently I’m not the only one they’ve heard from about the V3 running large on the Beartooth

 

[kuiuaddict]

I've had mine for 3 years

 

[Greenstig]

I've had mine for 3 years

 

[peterk123]

I have have my beartooths 0g for four years now. I've logged countless miles in the mountains with them. Hauled out a number of animals on my back with them. Wear them winter through summer. Walked across plenty of creeks too.

My treads are well worn. I probably need to bring them back to have them resoled. The leather just gets better and better. The boot is molded to my feet. I care for them. They get waxed three times a year because they are on my feet so much. I add waterproofing a couple times a year. I bet I will get fifteen years out of the boot, just need to rebuild it every once in a while.

 

[moose paddle]

After almost a full year of wearing the Schnee's Beartooth’s, I thought it was time for an update.

The good:

1. Unmatched Comfort: The first thing I noticed is how comfortable these boots feel right away. There’s no major break-in period—just put them on and start moving. The cushioning is fantastic, and they provide good ankle support.

2. Breathability: I was impressed by the breathability. These boots kept my feet dry and cool, even on those long, sweaty days. They really do a good job of managing moisture.

3. Outstanding Customer Service: The team at Schnee’s has been helpful and courteous when I've had issues. They genuinely stand behind their product, which is always a win in my book.

The Bad:

2. Durability Concerns: My first pair had a factory defect—there was a hole in the tongue. Thankfully, Schnee's promptly resolved the issue, but it was a rough start.

2. Liner Leaks: Unfortunately, the second pair of Beartooth’s I received had a major flaw - the liner would leak. Walking through wet grass or light snow would consistently leave my feet soaked.

3. Wear and Tear: Considering my hiking routine being a forester consists of 25-30 miles a week, I’m tough on boots. However, I expected more longevity, especially at the price point.


All in all, the Beartooth’s offer great comfort and breathability. However, the durability issues have raised flags for me. They’re likely fine for casual hikers or those not putting them through the wringer, but I’m on the hunt for something that can better withstand my workload. The good news is that Schnee’s customer service is top notch!

 

[jonesn3]

I finally talked with Schnees about exchanging my NIB Beartooth V3 10.5 (non insulated). Intended to replace my old Beartooths 0g same size. They’ll change for a smaller size, apparently I’m not the only one they’ve heard from about the V3 running large on the Beartooth

After some delay on my end, getting the replacement boots ordered, I received them today in size 10, and I can say they already feel much better. The sole insert on these size 10’s match perfectly with my sheep feet that were in my size previously Beartooth 0g 10.5. based just on that, I do think the new V3 model are running half size big