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<blockquote data-quote="jimss" data-source="post: 2176905" data-attributes="member: 66919"><p>I've used and abused Lowas, Scarpas, and Crispis. It's nice having several pairs to choose from for each particular hunt. I work out in the field year-round here in Colorado. My preference is non-insulated even in the winter. I buy my boots 1 size larger so I have room for thicker/padded insoles plus a little heavier socks when super cold. If warm I merely cinch the laces.</p><p></p><p>Crispis are my favorite boots. They offer a large selection of models. All leather are a bit heavier but always seem to outlast synthetic boots. Synthetics generally have more seams that tend to come apart when wet or when rubbed on rocks. Synthetics are lighter weight plus breath better in hot conditions so there is a trade-off. My preference is lower rather than tall boots. Tall boots are super stiff, heavier, and a lot tougher to stalk quietly. I do quite a bit of sheep and mtn goat hunting in steep, rocky terrain and still prefer shorter boots. Obviously some guys need the extra ankle support but not me. Having stiff soles is essential for biting in on that type of terrain.</p><p></p><p>I switch to Lowa Tibets when there is lots of snow. I've never had wet feet and they are very comfortable. Both Lowas and Crisipis come in different widths. Unfortunately Scarpas tend to be fairly narrow so I've switched away from them the past few years because I prefer wider widths.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="jimss, post: 2176905, member: 66919"] I've used and abused Lowas, Scarpas, and Crispis. It's nice having several pairs to choose from for each particular hunt. I work out in the field year-round here in Colorado. My preference is non-insulated even in the winter. I buy my boots 1 size larger so I have room for thicker/padded insoles plus a little heavier socks when super cold. If warm I merely cinch the laces. Crispis are my favorite boots. They offer a large selection of models. All leather are a bit heavier but always seem to outlast synthetic boots. Synthetics generally have more seams that tend to come apart when wet or when rubbed on rocks. Synthetics are lighter weight plus breath better in hot conditions so there is a trade-off. My preference is lower rather than tall boots. Tall boots are super stiff, heavier, and a lot tougher to stalk quietly. I do quite a bit of sheep and mtn goat hunting in steep, rocky terrain and still prefer shorter boots. Obviously some guys need the extra ankle support but not me. Having stiff soles is essential for biting in on that type of terrain. I switch to Lowa Tibets when there is lots of snow. I've never had wet feet and they are very comfortable. Both Lowas and Crisipis come in different widths. Unfortunately Scarpas tend to be fairly narrow so I've switched away from them the past few years because I prefer wider widths. [/QUOTE]
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