Sept elk hunt boots

[BigSaby]

I’m going on my first elk hunt. The hunt is in early sept and it’s a 7 day guided archery hunt in the Bitter Root Nat’l forest. I am feeling pretty well prepped gear wise but am wondering what those of u with experience suggest for boots this time of year?? I’m figuring it’s going to b warmer and I don’t want to over do it with boots that r suited for colder hunting. Presently I’m considering schnees granite pros w/ no insulation. Thoughts/suggestions??


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[cnelk]

Its all about personal preference, but after many years of trying this boot or that boot, Ive finally settled on what works for me

And that is an 8" high, all leather lace up boot, non insulated.

 

[mallard833]

You definitely don't want insulation. I really like my 8" lowa tibet gtx boot. Brand doesn't matter as much as a very good fit and the boots being broken in. I would suggest going to a store(s) with a large selection of quality boots and trying a bunch on. Get a good solid boot that fits your foot well and then make sure you break them in before heading out on your hunt.

 

[BigSaby]

Great input already. Thx guys. The uninsulated boot is definitely what I’m going with and as far as brand, I already have the insulated lowa hunter gtx evo extreme and it fits and feels great all the time. The Tibet is basically the uninsulated little brother to that boot. I will make it a point to ty a pair on.


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[Laelkhunter]

With the amount of $$ I spent on quality hunting boots (Crispi Hunter GTX), I can only afford one pair, which I use in all conditions. They only have 200 grams of insulation, so they are not super hot in warm weather. I wear a liner sock and Kenetrek Alaska wool socks, so they seem to have worked in all hunting conditions I have encountered.
They are 12 inches tall, if you want a shorter boot, the Crispi Guide is basically the same boot as the Hunter, but only 10 inches tall.

 

[crunchy]

I think if you call schnee's they will talk you through all their offerings. Look into the timberline or the Beartooth unless you need a very stiff boot. I like a bit of flexibility especially walking through windfall ect were the terrain is inconsistent and you need that little flex in the arch. I understand that people might like a very stiff boot for the exact same reason too

 

[SlimWhitman]

Rinella has been hyping a new schnees boot for early season, but I can’t remember the name.


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[6mm Remington]

https://www.whitesboots.com/#/product/2382

I bought a pair of the White's Outdoorsman boot (uninsulated) last fall and loved them. I used them all fall during antelope, deer, and elk seasons to include hunting in the snow. My feet stayed dry and warm. Ask for the Claw sole when you order. It is THE BEST sole for traction that I have ever used!

 

[Joe Schmo]

Salomon 4D 2 GTX
...
Unless it gets wet.

 

[cnelk]

https://www.whitesboots.com/#/product/2382

$450 for a pair of boots?!

No effin way for me

 

[oldgoat]

I've never worn insulated boots elk hunting in September, in Colorado, yet! But Colorado is a bit farther south. It's sure nice to have options in the truck if weather turns abnormal.

 

[Elkhntr08]

I’ve got a pair of uninsulated Pronghorns that have been around for years. I need to have a 8” lace up for support. Waterproof is nice, but not a deal breaker. It’s a personal thing, so try on several pair.

 

[Owenst7]

Rinella has been hyping a new schnees boot for early season, but I can’t remember the name.


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The Timberlines. They're supposed to be a bit more flexible than the Beartooths.

I wear Beartooth mids all summer scouting/backpacking and during chukar season. I wore them on an October wilderness elk hunt at 9k' last season and was happy with them. My feet were a bit cold during morning glassing sessions at 15-20 degrees, but I probably would have solved a lot of that by taking off my sweaty socks. They were plenty stiff enough for the terrain we were in, but a couple times I had to kick footholds in a steep slope and I wondered if I'd like the Granites in that situation. I'm probably going to get mine resoled in another ~200 miles, so I'm considering buying the 200 gram Granites to use while they're working on my Beartooths. Some of the summits I've climbed this winter were really cold and I think I'd like to have some minimal insulation.

The mids had more than enough ankle support for me (and I've had tons of ankle injuries since I was a teenager). The one thing making me want a full height for hunting season is crossing creeks. I had to do some acrobatics that the rest of my hunting group didn't have to in order to keep from flooding my boots in creeks. Most of them were only ankle deep that late in the season, so an extra inch or two would be perfect. The mids are also like a pound lighter per boot I believe.

 

[Downeaster]

Salomon 4D 2 GTX
...
Unless it gets wet.

100%!!

 

[Gumbo]

I would echo most everyone else that has chimed in already. I hunt september elk in MT and go with uninsulated kenetrek mountain extremes. The taller height is great for negotiating streams, light snow, and wet conditions. Find an equivalent-style boot in whatever brand that fits your foot and you will be good to go.

 

[BigSaby]

Just want to thank everyone for the valuable input. It’s pretty great to have this forum to gain valuable suggestions/advice. Invaluable for someone like myself who is new to western hunting. Thx again!


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[6mm Remington]

$450 for a pair of boots?!

No effin way for me

I bought mine at a local boot store here where I live and they were $400.00 but I feel they were worth every penny. They will build the boot to fit your feet perfectly and they are made right in Spokane with quality materials. The boots are also completely rebuildable and they can resole them also. I'm very happy that I bought them.

 

[CX5Ranch]

The real answer to this question for me is......not the boot but the sock. Merino wool no doubt.