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Womens Boot Recommendation

Bowhuntinglady94

Bowhuntinglady94

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I'm currently on the search for a pair of women's hunting boots around $200 or less. I have discovered there are not many women's options out there. I'm looking for some that are waterproof, have great ankle support and good traction. What do yall recommend?
 
You might be able to find something closer to what your looking for in a mens boot in your size, but I know nothing about women's boots to be fair
 
Kenetrek probably offers something that fits the bill. Their boots are geared towards mountain hunters so you’ll def find ankle support. Danner has some offerings but might not be stiff enough. Check out Lowa as well.
Unsolicited advice: waterproof boots usually means they have a liner which means not very breathable = sweaty feet. If you’re hunting in cold weather just keep that in mind. I’d you don’t need actual waterproof ie submersion I’d consider getting boots that aren’t and then treating the boots with a water repellent spray or treatment so they repel water but breath a bit.
 
Exhumis said:
Kenetrek probably offers something that fits the bill. Their boots are geared towards mountain hunters so you’ll def find ankle support. Danner has some offerings but might not be stiff enough. Check out Lowa as well.
Unsolicited advice: waterproof boots usually means they have a liner which means not very breathable = sweaty feet. If you’re hunting in cold weather just keep that in mind. I’d you don’t need actual waterproof ie submersion I’d consider getting boots that aren’t and then treating the boots with a water repellent spray or treatment so they repel water but breath a bit.
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I was looking at the Danner Vitals in the men's option. I hunt in Central Arkansas, so our "cold" season doesn't normally hit til late November. I usually hunt by kayak or where there's at least creek crossings, which is why I was looking for waterproof or at the least resistant.
 
Bowhuntinglady94 said:
I was looking at the Danner Vitals in the men's option. I hunt in Central Arkansas, so our "cold" season doesn't normally hit til late November. I usually hunt by kayak or where there's at least creek crossings, which is why I was looking for waterproof or at the least resistant.
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Just so happens I’ve owned vitals before. One parcel I hunt is pretty swampy, I never had an issue with them leaking but they’re kinda short at 8” tall. The secret to keeping them waterproof is not letting the leather dry out and crack. I hit mine with saddle soap often(my pop swears by mink oil) to keep the leather supple and flexible. They have kinda an athletic fit, tight heel and wide toe box which is nice with wool socks. The lacing system you can get the ankles pretty snug.
 
Why do it have to be a “hunting boot”? There are plenty of women hiking boot options. My wife and I both have Obos and they’re excellent. They all make a winter version that has insulation if you’re in a climate that would need that. They offer great ankle support, traction and are solid all around. They’re going to be every bit of $200 but you can get them for less when they’re on sale. What height boot are you’re looking for? What temperature range?
 
gcr0003 said:
Why do it have to be a “hunting boot”? There are plenty of women hiking boot options. My wife and I both have Obos and they’re excellent. They all make a winter version that has insulation if you’re in a climate that would need that. They offer great ankle support, traction and are solid all around. They’re going to be every bit of $200 but you can get them for less when they’re on sale. What height boot are you’re looking for? What temperature range?
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I'm not against hiking boots. I've browsed that category as well and have unfortunately found very few women's options that I like. I'm looking for something around 8" in height. Warm/hot weather appropriate. I hunt central AR and our cold season doesn't hit til around late November. I do a combo of Mountain and Lake hunting. A lot of our mountains have steep, rocky terrain and usually involve a few creek crossings
 
Bowhuntinglady94 said:
I'm not against hiking boots. I've browsed that category as well and have unfortunately found very few women's options that I like. I'm looking for something around 8" in height. Warm/hot weather appropriate. I hunt central AR and our cold season doesn't hit til around late November. I do a combo of Mountain and Lake hunting. A lot of our mountains have steep, rocky terrain and usually involve a few creek crossings
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Options that you did like the looks of or that you’ve tried and had bad experience with? Obos are sometimes ugly looking but they’re wonderful on the feet. I’d recommend going to REI if there is one near you and trying some on. Where have you been looking for female hiking boots? Theyre options out there but yes probably less in the 8” range.
 
gcr0003 said:
Options that you did like the looks of or that you’ve tried and had bad experience with? Obos are sometimes ugly looking but they’re wonderful on the feet. I’d recommend going to REI if there is one near you and trying some on. Where have you been looking for female hiking boots? Theyre options out there but yes probably less in the 8” range.
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There are not many places locally that carry decent boots. My options are pretty much Bass Pro, ****s, or Academy and they're all either out of stock or don't have them in store for me to try on. So I've been online shopping. There is one small business close by that I forgot about that carries outdoor stuff. They have a small variety of hiking options, including Obos. I will probably go check them out.
 
Bowhuntinglady94 said:
I was looking at the Danner Vitals in the men's option. I hunt in Central Arkansas, so our "cold" season doesn't normally hit til late November. I usually hunt by kayak or where there's at least creek crossings, which is why I was looking for waterproof or at the least resistant.
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I like Danner Vitals, they're almost like tennis shoes. You could always buy and bring a pair of cheapo waders like these: https://www.amazon.com/Hodgman-GamewadeTM-Packable-Wader-Waders/dp/B00VS19QV4 they pack down to nothing for kayak hunting and creek crossings. I'll leave mine at the crossing and stash them under grass if I don't want to carry them the rest of the way damp.
My wife almost exclusively wears Oboz for hiking and the occasional hunt she'll go on with me and they offer a fairly extensive women's line. They used to offer a lifetime replacement insole option but I don't believe they do anymore.
 
I bought a pr of Keens this yr. Only about $100 because they say waterproof and I don't like bulky rubber boots. With a pr of gaiters I stay pretty dry. I like the light weight and good traction.
 
Blacksmith said:
I bought a pr of Keens this yr. Only about $100 because they say waterproof and I don't like bulky rubber boots. With a pr of gaiters I stay pretty dry. I like the light weight and good traction.
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I have keens too. Great boots but mine definitely arent the best for keeping dry if i am really getting them in water.

Red Head makes a really good boot for 100 bucks but they definitely get smelly due to being very waterproof after about a year or so. I think theyre called the expedition. i think theyre 9 inch boots. Some of the othe red head boots ive had leaked or fell apart but my dad and i beat the hell out of those expeditions for the past few years and they still never get wet and have great support for the price. Way more comfortable then danners ive had. My wife has a pair of womens boots called like ithacas or something that hold up pretty good and they were under 100 for sure. they are 6in boots though im pretty sure
 
I would say go to Ozark Outdoor Supply in LR. They have a really good selection of women's boots. They will all be hiker type boots but several waterproof options just not knee boot kinda waterproof. My wife has the Lowa Renegades and loves them.
 
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