Recommended Snake-proof boots

dgpcpa · Oct 8, 2024

Good LRH Readers:
Not all of us hunt where we need snake boots. But I find it may be time that I strongly consider taking that precaution. What are the group's recommendation for the most comfortable, yet effective, snake boots - brand, model, etc.?

338 dude · Oct 8, 2024

Jnm300ultra · Oct 8, 2024

The only snake proof boots I have tried are the Irish Setters. Never have been bit so I can't say if they truly work. I like the fact that they lace up, and light. I hunt in the middle of summer in California and there are snakes everywhere in A zone. As far as being comfortable they don't give me blisters but I probably should change the insoles. When I looked at 338 Dude advise those boots look very nice and even have a zipper and are much cheaper. My only advice is if you think you need them you should probably buy them.
Good luck with the hunt for new boots,
Jason

RB II · Oct 8, 2024

In South Tx it is a must for snake boots, almost year round. Hands down the most popular brand is Chippewa. Most comfortable and last longest. My only issue with them, being a chunky dude, is that they don't make boot tops big enough for big calves and jeans to fit inside. I wear custom boots that fit my legs for that reason..

7stwnut · Oct 8, 2024

Check out Snake Guardz. https://snakeguardz.com/ I wear them all the time in Arizona hiking when its warm and early fall hunting. Easy on and easy off. Wear your regular boots and have at it.

RB II · Oct 8, 2024

7stwnut said:
Check out Snake Guardz. https://snakeguardz.com/ I wear them all the time in Arizona hiking when its warm and early fall hunting. Easy on and easy off. Wear your regular boots and have at it.

I also have some of those for back up in case my boots get wet or whatever. They are comfortable also, just kinda clunky/bulky around your legs.

Shumba1 · Oct 8, 2024

7stwnut said:
Check out Snake Guardz. https://snakeguardz.com/ I wear them all the time in Arizona hiking when its warm and early fall hunting. Easy on and easy off. Wear your regular boots and have at it.

These look great. I wear something similar when hunting in California

TurtleSkin SnakeArmor Gaiters

TurtleSkin SnakeArmor Gaiters are durable, lightweight, cool, flexible, reversible gaiters that are offered in multiple color combinations. Handmade in the USA! ____________________________________________________ Patented, High-Strength Protection TurtleSkin SnakeArmor Snake Proof Gaiters are...

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Got bit a few years back while hunting deer on Catalina Island off the coast of Southern California. It F'n hurt! After that, I started wearing this protection if/when hunting in rattlesnake country. They are really comfortable and easy to use. Work great in snow, thick brush, etc. as well.

drenner43 · Oct 9, 2024

I have the Irish Setter Vaprtrek and love them. They're comfortable, light weight, and water proof. I like above have never been bitten to confirm they're actually snake proof but otherwise they are great

HRM Johnny · Oct 9, 2024

dgpcpa said:
Good LRH Readers:
Not all of us hunt where we need snake boots. But I find it may be time that I strongly consider taking that precaution. What are the group's recommendation for the most comfortable, yet effective, snake boots - brand, model, etc.?

Great thread. Thanks for starting it.

Kendoist4162 · Oct 9, 2024

I've lived and hunted in CA, ID and now AZ since 2008 (I was out of town

Ran into one rattlesnake around 2009. Bought CCI snake shot for my sidearms and haven't seen one since. Anyone need some snake shot?

. (yeah, I know I just jinxed myself…)

snookntarpon · Oct 9, 2024

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crazymonkey · Oct 9, 2024

Moved from California in 2004 to Arizona . I can say I've had more snake encounters in California over Arizona . Just two in Arizona each time it was a rattlesnake . One taken out with a 9mm to the head ( lucky shot ) and the other got a pass as there was no need to kill it . They do a good job eating the field mice.

westexhunt · Oct 9, 2024

Chippewa is the standard across Texas. If someone mentions snake boots here they are talking about a pair of Chippewa's. I keep a pair in the back floorboard of the pickup. I swear some guys don't wear anything else, ever.

Buckys · Oct 9, 2024

I recommend you look at Danner's snake boots. They will be my next purchase as I've owned many of their pronghorn boots and will invest in the snakeboot version of the same.

Chippewa would have been my first choice but they are too narrow in the calves to the point that they won't close on my legs.

I've tried the Bass Pro shop boot that bears some resemblance to the Chippewa:

https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/redhead-lubbock-20-waterproof-snake-boots-for-men

But after two years, the zipper is now broke (they've been snug in the calves when I need to tuck my pant legs in the boot).

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