I want some boots that are:
-warm
-water resistant
-tall
-accept crampons
-light
-warm
I don't mind paying a bit more. I currently have Lowa Zephyr GTX TF Hi's that I've worn in 10F and been okay in, but I'd like some that can go a bit colder. I've been looking at:
Lowa Hunter GTX / Mega Camp / Yukon Ice GTX / Tibet Superwarm GTX
but I'm having some issues narrowing it down. I'm open to other brands as well.
I guess I should have said that I was looking for recommendations and 'please and thank you'.
These did me nicely in northern Greenland.
https://www.thenorthface.com/shop/mens-verto-s4k-ice-gtx
Of course they are meant for the ice and aren't very flexible. They were warm in -40F though using a dual set of socks.
>>872764
i got the columbia bugaboot for my girlfriend last year and shes been raving about them so much that ill probably buy the mens version this years.
they look amazing, the weight is great, and i didnt hear her complain about her feet once all winter.
>>872764
Have you considered Meindl? http://www.meindl.co.uk/products/category/hunting-forestry They are at the same quality level as Lowa, but nice if your feet are somewhat wide. I have the Borneo 2 and have come to love them. These are quite warm already. Getting good socks will help as well.
Thanks for the suggestions all. I got the Lowa hunter gtx evo on the way. I think I paid $335 instead of $460. I'll post some pictures when I get it in. Not sure if I should get them a bit wet inside and walk around to break them in.
>>873255
dont try to hulk tighten the lace hooks at the top, i had to return 2 pairs for them tearing out.
>>872922
Those are ice climbing boots, of course they're stiff...
kinda sorta hijacking but im on a budget and looking for a winter boot. not doing any heavy snow trekking. just trail hiking and some off trail to fishing spots
>>873255
look interesting, was also looking into the cabelas snow runners, any suggestions or thoughts?
i think at most id be able to drop $150