Best driest and warmest boots

Par · Post by **Par** » Sat Nov 14, 2009 6:01 pm

It's time for me to upgrade to a decent pair of warm, waterproof, non scuffing boots for this winter. What are you folks wearing and what would you recommend?
Thanks,
Par

Jrfish · Post by **Jrfish** » Sat Nov 14, 2009 11:58 pm

I wear seal skin water proof socks. You can throw on some thermal socks underneath for added warmth if you like and then wear regular tennis shoes over the top. I like them them because they are not akward in the boat like boots can be and they are as dry as anything.

bighandsnate · Post by **bighandsnate** » Sun Nov 15, 2009 5:19 am

When I lived in Northern Illinois and worked outside in the rain and snow the best bet was Red Wing insulated. Good to -15 with one pair of wool socks. Nice and cozy. Not sure if I would go that route in a boat God forbid you should go over board. They might be a little heavy.

World Boat Outlet, Inc. · Sun Nov 15, 2009 7:26 am

I just bought a pair of Wolverines from BAss Pro for around $130, very light weight, I think I got the 8" high model. Insulated, very comfy for me and I am severly flat footed!

I have owned Danner, Red Wings and Wolverines and Rocky.

I loved the Danner and Red Wings and very very impressed with the Wolverines so far!

rico · Post by **rico** » Sun Nov 15, 2009 12:11 pm

A pair of Seal Skinz inside Muck boots. The Muck boots are like wearing slippers.

snapitoff2002 · Post by **snapitoff2002** » Sun Nov 15, 2009 12:47 pm

I love the Danner Radical series.. you can even wear them out to dinner.. they don't look too bad. On cold cold days though, I think I'll opt for some better wool socks, cause your toes can get pretty frosty.

Par · Post by **Par** » Sun Nov 15, 2009 5:04 pm

Thanks for all the suggestions.
Are size 10 sealskinz made to wear with size 10 shoes?

DeltaDan · Post by **DeltaDan** » Sun Nov 15, 2009 6:38 pm

HI-TEC 41100 Altitude IV. -- But they are not expensive.

3 years in this this same boot for fishing and work at the same time.

Time for another pair as the inner linner plastic sheath - is starting to rip my socks above the heal. But mostly on my part because I do not relace them and just wiggle/slip my foot into them.

eddremax · Post by **eddremax** » Mon Nov 16, 2009 7:04 am

I'll second the Mucks. Problem with me for tennis shoes or any other leather and gortex is when they get wet they become heavy and stay cold.
Ed
Ps Now wish I could find something good for hands.

rico · Post by **rico** » Mon Nov 16, 2009 7:57 am

Par wrote:Thanks for all the suggestions.
Are size 10 sealskinz made to wear with size 10 shoes?

The Seal Skinz will be bulkier than regular socks. The Muck boots I bought were one size bigger than my normal shoes

YZKEN250 · Post by **YZKEN250** » Mon Nov 16, 2009 11:33 am

I just got a pair of Redhead Osage II boots from Bass Pro. These are my second pair and the are the warmest most comfortable boots I have ever worn. I have a fused right ankle so I need some ankle support and these are great. I wont ever own anything else.

Par · Post by **Par** » Mon Nov 16, 2009 5:58 pm

Which Muck boots would you recommend

rico · Post by **rico** » Mon Nov 16, 2009 6:17 pm

the Muck Boots I have are the "Cikana"

Par · Post by **Par** » Tue Nov 17, 2009 7:38 am

It looks like sealskinz has 4 choices of socks.
Which ones do you folks have?

rico · Post by **rico** » Tue Nov 17, 2009 3:14 pm

get two pair, one regular and one insulated. Wear the insulated ones when it is really cold.

BassinDan · Post by **BassinDan** » Tue Nov 17, 2009 6:20 pm

mucks all the way. They are just like slippers. I have a pair with just the plain sole, not much traction, good for the boat. And I have a pair with lug soles that are a little more firm and add stability but also will track debris in the boat with you. And they are warm. A pair of wool socks, under armour base, lined jogging pants, muck boots, rain gear= all day comfort.