Finding the right mountain hunting boots can make or break a hunt. In this video, Brad shares his top five factors for choosing the perfect pair—plus his personal favorites for hunts ranging from early-season archery to late-season snow and cold.
Brad covers:
Material: Leather vs. synthetic
Sole stiffness: Balancing support and comfort
Waterproof liners: When Gore-Tex is worth it (and its limitations)
Insulation: How much warmth is enough
Boot weight: Why every ounce matters in the backcountry
He also reviews the boots currently in his rotation:
Scarpa Zodiac Plus GTX
Crispi Lapponia III
Crispi Briksdal GTX
Schnee’s Beartooth Insulated
From quiet, flexible boots for stalking elk in early September to stiff, insulated options for steep, frozen late-season terrain, Brad explains what works, what doesn’t, and why each boot earns a place in his lineup.
Whether he’s chasing bugles, hunting high-country mule deer, or glassing ridges in December, these principles help Brad—and can help you—find the right fit for your feet and your style of hunting.
📌 What’s your favorite hunting boot? Brad wants to hear from you in the comments.
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I was thinking of the Crispi. But Clay Hayes says his leak. I don’t like waterproof boots that leak, and certainly not for that price.
Any thoughts on the Kibo GTX Hunter 300? I just ordered a pair for deer season through Jan..
Have quite a few pairs of boots..including Russel’s..Danners..Meindle..Danners ect. Last several years have fallen in love with Schnees best I’ve ever owned..just orders my fifth pair…their new ultra light…JMO
Awesome review
Interesting to hear the Lapponia and Brikstal both work for you. Per Crispi different heel cups. Do the Scarpa fit more like the Lapponia or Brikstal? Specifically the heel. Apparently I’m a “V” shaped heel so the Altitudes and Brikstals work for me but the Lapponia line has heel slip no matter what. Zamberlan Salathe(?) are the lightest early season boot I can find but still doesn’t breath great. Great advice all around. Interested in those Scarpa.