You hunting in November or September for elk? What's your price point?
I have a pair of Kenetrek Mountain Extreme 400 and they are awesome.
I will be hunting in October.
Idaho, Selway zone. It will be between 4000-7000 feet. I’m leaving October 19 coming home the 29.Where and in what state are you planning to hunt in?
Keep in mind that insulation works BOTH ways. It will keep your feet warmer in cold weather and cooler in hot weather. I wore insulated combat boots in Afghanistan with temps from 43 to 137. I liked the extra padding and ankle support I got from the insulated boots over the non and REALLY enjoyed the extra protection over my ankles in the rocky, mountainous terrain we trudged through on a regular basis. Saved me quite a few banged up ankle bones. Good Luck!! Hope you shoot a biggun!!
Socks are just as important. Mountaineers have been way in front of hunters for a long time we are just catching up
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Sweat is your enemy. I will change socks half way through a day .with how active you are out west you want to be cold on the way in or starting.bring a good system and you will be comfortable sitting glassing. I packed way to much shit the first time cut it half the second time and now half again for this year. No more what ifs