I love to turkey hunt in my lace up Rocky ProLight Snake boots but they absolutely SUCK when it comes to being waterproof. Just bought another pair last January and by the end of the 2018 season they already leak. I'm taking about leak so bad that walking through morning dew gets you a soaked sock. I like the lace up but that may not work anymore. What do y'all like for waterproof boots and comfort? Or is there anything I can spray or coat the Rocky's in to make them waterproof
I gave up on snake boots and went to wire mesh gaiters over good comfortable waterproof boots.
I have a pair of Danner pronghorns that are 12yrs old and still waterproof. I bought a new pair to replace these and they aren't made the same so I'll be on the hunt for new boots at the end of season.
I understand the gator idea but I want to be able to walk through some shin deep water if need to
If it's warm I wear Lacrosse Alpha burly pro non insulated, or Lacrosse Grange boots,
I'm on season four with my Irish Setter Vapor Trek boots. They were still waterproof last month walking through ankle deep puddles in FL.
These aren't snake boots but they make the lightest snake boot out there and if they are as good as these, they are worth the money.
buy u a pair of Crispis.....u won't regret it
I'd like to have something over the calf like snake boots. Were I primarily hunt we have plenty of rattlesnakes, cottonmouths and copperheads.
I saw somewhere that a guy thinned our silicone sealant with thinner and brushed it on his boots.
Rokslide probably
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I've been wearing LL Bean rubber bottoms with laces. They're definitely water proof. I use a pair of snake chaps when it gets snaky warm and feel very prepared. The boots themselves are very comfortable. I've been using this combination for over 30 years - no reason to change. All the waterproof snake boots I tried along the way leaked in a short period of time.
Quote from: Dtrkyman on April 07, 2019, 04:54:08 PM
I saw somewhere that a guy thinned our silicone sealant with thinner and brushed it on his boots.
Rokslide probably
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That actually may not be a bad idea. Has anybody ever had any luck with the spray on type water repellant stuff?
Danner Sharptail snake boots. Leather and goretex. Side zips so you aren't jacking with laces for 10 minutes in the morning. 2 thumbs up.
Muck boots
Quote from: RiverRoost on April 07, 2019, 10:52:45 AM
I understand the gator idea but I want to be able to walk through some shin deep water if need to
Lacrosse knee boots of your choice with a snake gaiter over them would work for that. I've been in the same boat for years dealing with leaky snake boots. I finally found some Lacrosse rubber snake boots about 5 years ago that logged a lot of miles and kept me dry, but they finally bit the dust too. Been alternating between a couple of variations of Lacrosse Burlys and leather bird boots with Turtleskin gaiters this year, and so far so good. Nice thing with the gaiters is I can wear them with anything I want based on where I'm hunting that particular day.
Loved the fit & feel of the Rocky's but I gave up on them a few years ago for this very reason, couldn't get more than a season out of the waterproofing. For the last 3 or 4 seasons I've been wearing Lacrosse Alpha Burly Sports but my feet sweat really bad in these even though they're not insulated. This season, I decided to give the Irish Setter Vaprtrek a try. I sure hope the waterproofing last more than a season on these. Season starts Saturday so we'll see.
I have the Lacrosse Venom. Same problem with those. Leaking with dew only one year out. Anybody have a pair of Russell snake boots they could comment on?
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I've got some Irish setter snake boots. They leak after 4 seasons of heavy use. I clean them with a brush and hose. Once dry I spray them heavy with sno seal and other like stuff. Keeps my feet dry for a few months then once I get damp again I repeat the process
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Kenetreks
Anybody ever had any luck with Chippewa snake boots?
I use a silicone waterproofing spray that is made for your boots. I spray them at the beginning of the season and they're good to go all hunting season
Where do you get it
Quote from: RiverRoost on April 07, 2019, 05:46:44 PM
Quote from: Dtrkyman on April 07, 2019, 04:54:08 PM
I saw somewhere that a guy thinned our silicone sealant with thinner and brushed it on his boots.
Rokslide probably
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That actually may not be a bad idea. Has anybody ever had any luck with the spray on type water repellant stuff?
I've been nursing my old lightweight LaCrosse boots for years with silicone water guard spray. You can pick it up in the camping section of the local walmart. It works well but I re-apply several times a season. :z-twocents:
Been a Danner Ponghorn guy for many many years, now that they are made in Vietnam they get soaked in dew and suck. I get maybe one season then they leak. I have about 5 pairs that look great still but resemble a colander when worn in wet conditions. I bring extra boots in the truck so I can change after the first spot. Gortex lining is junk. Anyone use any type or Waterproof socks?
Correction: The stuff I use is called SOFSOLE water proofer, purchased at the local Theisens, it should be available at your local farm supply stores (looks like Cabelas & walmart too). The other walmart stuff was used for a tent...sorry!
I'm still using a pair of Cabela's cordura uninsulated snake proof boots that's 6 years old & still keep my feet dry. I don't know if they still sell them though. I know they have to be getting close to being retired.
Feel ya man. I fought that issue for a while and finally went the rubber boot route. Haven't regretted it yet and don't think I ever will.
Snake boots: Lacrosse 4xalpha
Every day use rubber boots: Lacrosse Grange
my buddy just bought a new 700 dollar pair of Russell boots. went through some ankle deep water and both of his feet were soaking wet for the rest of the day. Says their very comfortable though haha!
Lacrosse Grange. Probably have 50 miles on mine with no complaints.
I have 5 pairs of lace up boots waiting at my door today trying to find a match for a new turkey boot.
My Criteria was a modestly light leather boot, uninstalled, waterproof, just above ankle fit, high mileage comfort, handle moderately technical terrain.
My fit is narrow ankle, wide forefoot
what i have to try on
- Crispi Nevada
- Crispi Valdres
- Danner Crag Rat
- Under Armour Bozman 2.0
- Cableas Rimrock Hiker
Quote from: RiverRoost on April 07, 2019, 05:46:44 PM
Quote from: Dtrkyman on April 07, 2019, 04:54:08 PM
I saw somewhere that a guy thinned our silicone sealant with thinner and brushed it on his boots.
Rokslide probably
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
That actually may not be a bad idea. Has anybody ever had any luck with the spray on type water
repellant stuff?
I used the rustoleum kind and it worked well. Does make your boots a whitish color when done. I was looking for them this year and the wife thought they were junk boots and tossed them in the trash