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Gumleaf boots

Topdog said:
And I will counter with nobody can afford $100 rubber boots that self destruct in 6 months, regardless of economic status, I believe in buying better stuff that lasts and made here if at all possible.
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I agree but only if you can afford to do that. Some people would have to save up to buy the cheap pair nowadays.
 
DroptineKrazy said:
I agree but only if you can afford to do that. Some people would have to save up to buy the cheap pair nowadays.
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This is true and a real consideration for a lot of folks. However, I have found that the money is usually there, it's just where it is getting spent. Skipping a few coffees a week and taking a thermos from home or not hitting McDonalds as often can make a big difference. Five bucks here, ten there really adds up when you write down everything you spend for a month. That can be a real eye opener. I know it was for me. If it is truly a matter of money and not how the money is getting spent, then buying quality items will just have to wait.
 
I've gone away from rubber boots. I have some, but normally wear Zamberlin....I know, I know.....not cheap. I take care of them and my feet thank me.
Just received a pair of USA made, Hoffman western pacs. Smaller toe for aiders, etc. Finally getting cold enough to wear them.
I'm going to look into the Gumleaf.
 
When I was 14 I used to walk to my grandparents house after school, change my clothes and finish the walk to work, pumping gas for $4 an hour, weekends..nights.. I did it, when I turned 16 finally and could drive I bought an IROC Z28, most kids were still riding the bus and I was laying rubber down in the school driveway with a nicer vehicle than most of the staff, 30 years later and my motto for such things has not changed one bit, I work hard, have less stuff but nicer stuff and pay for it when I buy it, I am raising my son to be the same way, except for the laying rubber part, my father never enjoyed sitting in court with me asking the DA to let me off on speeding tickets lol…
 
I am on my third year with them. I paired them with the Lamalite socks from Wiggy's. Best move I have ever made for my feet. My Mucks started really hurting and leaking. I think I have 5 pairs in my closet.
I worked with Jack to get the size I needed, very impressive customer service.
 
This thread popped into my head tonight as I finished up treating them. I've had conflicting thoughts about them but after 3 seasons now, they still look brand new after treatment. I can't tell you how many sharp rocks jammed into the sides. Or how many sharp branches stabbed into my calf hidden under ferns. Or how much brush busting I did through sheep and mtn laurel. Or how many thorn bushes I walked through in probably over 100 scouting and hunting trips. The boots just keep on trucking and the vibram sole is in great shape. I think they're worth it 20230421_182342_compress6.jpg20230421_182334_compress55.jpg
 
You know I have an archery trainer that requires this stuff on the silicone tubing that must maintain its elasticity. I wonder if it would work for rubber. Same company that makes the stuff for boats to protect from UV light damage.
 

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woodsdog2 said:
You know I have an archery trainer that requires this stuff on the silicone tubing that must maintain its elasticity. I wonder if it would work for rubber. Same company that makes the stuff for boats to protect from UV light damage.
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Gumleaf says in the manual that any silicone spray will work. They recommend grangers cause they found it includes extra stuff good for the rubber.,.
 
I bought the Grangers back in February after I overtopped my boots in the marsh and had them on the dryer. It works great. The boots look brand new.
 
bigmike23 said:
This thread popped into my head tonight as I finished up treating them. I've had conflicting thoughts about them but after 3 seasons now, they still look brand new after treatment. I can't tell you how many sharp rocks jammed into the sides. Or how many sharp branches stabbed into my calf hidden under ferns. Or how much brush busting I did through sheep and mtn laurel. Or how many thorn bushes I walked through in probably over 100 scouting and hunting trips. The boots just keep on trucking and the vibram sole is in great shape. I think they're worth it View attachment 84019View attachment 84020
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So… you like them again?
 
They say to size down in you're between sizes. I'm 11s in absolutely everything and these in 11s are perfect. If I got 10s my toes would be crushed
 
I wear a 10.5 or 11 in most shoes, and have size 10 royal zips. They fit perfect for my liking with a thick pair of wool socks. I used to end up with size 9.5 rubber boots a lot when trying them on in stores, but gumleaf doesn't do half sizes. In lace-up boots I like a good amount of toe room, but in rubber boots not so much. My feet are on the narrow side so I've always had to size down in rubber boots to get rid of some of the "wiggle room".

My knee high rubber boots haven't seen much use since buying a pair of Schnee's uninsulated 13" pac boots. For how/where I hunt, they're a good compromise between the walking comfort of a lace-up boot, and the waterproofing of a knee high rubber boot. The gumleafs come out when I'm hunting marshes where I know I'll be wading/standing in water for long periods of time.
 
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