VTbowman Posted November 21, 2005 Report Share Posted November 21, 2005 I am a big fan of the rubber boot for hunting. I have to deal with all types of moisture while out there from running brooks, mud puddles, to deep snow, and all forms of morning dew in all lengths of grass. Other styles of boots just do not do it for me plus I feel the rubber boot cuts down on scent. However it seems that my 600 gram of thinsulate boots are not cutting it. OR They make my feet sweat at 1st, then freeze within the hour. I normally buy mine a size larger to accomodate a few pair of socks. Those who hunt in rubber boots. What do you have and what socks combo to you use? I am starting to think its my socks that foil me but need some ideas. Thanks for ANY advise or comments... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maytom Posted November 21, 2005 Report Share Posted November 21, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? Like you, I'm a huge LaCrosse rubber knee high boot fan. I mainly use their Burleys, as I haven't tried their insulated ones yet. My cousin has those boots, but complains of his feet getting cold as well. The only solution in my book is to go with a pair of pak boots. LaCrosse makes the "Ice Kings", and that would be my choice for a cold weather boot. I always buy one 1/2 or 1 size larger to allow for more sock/air room. Unfortunately, they won't be the best choice for wading streams. So just make sure that you can get across without getting a hot foot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
preacherman Posted November 21, 2005 Report Share Posted November 21, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? I like the LaCrosse Alpha Burley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTbowman Posted November 21, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? I was just wondering if its the thinsulate making my feet sweat then getting cold from that. If I should go to 2000 grams or drop down to 400 grams...??? I use mine from Oct 1st to Dec 20th. IE: 60*F to below 0*F so I need something I can make work without the cold feet factor. LOL I know the rubber boots are not the best for breathability... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifeNRA Posted November 21, 2005 Report Share Posted November 21, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? I get cold feet as well, no matter what boot I have on! What I found that works for me, I wear a normal pair of socks going in. Once I get to my stand that I know Ill be there for the day. I take my boots off, take my socks off, sit there until my feet dry. Once they dry, Ill put on a pair of wool socks, then put my boots back on. The key to keeping feet warm is DRY!!! I do this in the dark before the sun rises! I then put my socks into a ziplock bag then into my pack. Since I been doing this I have very little trouble with cold feet! If the temp really drops down, Ill throw an air-activated hand warmer into the bottom of my boots. The ONLY air-activated hand warmer I use is from a company called MY COAL from GRABBER. The ones at Wal-mart dont last long at all! The MY COAL last usually longer than what they say on the package. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FSU_Seminole Posted November 21, 2005 Report Share Posted November 21, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? [ QUOTE ] I am a big fan of the rubber boot for hunting. I have to deal with all types of moisture while out there from running brooks, mud puddles, to deep snow, and all forms of morning dew in all lengths of grass. Other styles of boots just do not do it for me plus I feel the rubber boot cuts down on scent. However it seems that my 600 gram of thinsulate boots are not cutting it. OR They make my feet sweat at 1st, then freeze within the hour. I normally buy mine a size larger to accomodate a few pair of socks. Those who hunt in rubber boots. What do you have and what socks combo to you use? I am starting to think its my socks that foil me but need some ideas. Thanks for ANY advise or comments... [/ QUOTE ] VT that's all I've ever known is to hunt in rubber boots for the exact reasons you said above. I've found out for myself that if you sprinkle HS Scents unscented powder on your feet then put on wool socks you shouldn't have a problem with your feet sweating. I use to wonder why my feet would get cold if I wore 2 pairs of socks & someone told me that if your rubber boots fit too tight it cuts off the circulation to your feet. Now I only wear 1 pair of socks, with foot powder & I put tostie toe foot warmers in my boots at the toe. I haven't had a problem on cold mornings doing this with my Cabelas 1200 insulated boots. I sat in 27 degree weather with a 7 mph breeze Saturday morning for 5 hours & didn't have a problem. You hunting up north you should defenitely get a higher gram of thinsulated boot. Either the Lacrosse or Cabelas 1200s or the Cabelas 2000 gram thinsulate..................... Hope that helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshM Posted November 21, 2005 Report Share Posted November 21, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? What i do it put a layer of socks on...Get 1 of those hand warmers and put it right beside my toes and then put another layer of socks on and im toasty warm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTbowman Posted November 22, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? I have plenty of room and air space in my boots since I get a size bigger. I only wear 2 pair of socks. A regualr gym sock and some sort of "hunting" sock. I think I need a good moisture wicking sock and then a good wool pair over that. I will also start doing the hand warmer thing since my brother gave me a big box of them for X-mas last year. LOL Thats me. The idiot. I have the tools but not the brains to use them. LOL Thanks folks. I think I am gonna upgrade to a nicer LaCrosse or equivalent. My El-Cheapo Ranger 600g boots from the loacl farm and feed store are fine for early fall but suck for hard core stand sitting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksbowhntr77 Posted November 25, 2005 Report Share Posted November 25, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? Try the Field and Stream insulated knee high boots. Mine have 1200 grams of Thinsulate and are camoflaged in Advantage Timber. They have nice tread on the bottom. I use them in the winter when I work outside and for hunting too. They only cost about $70.00 at Dick's Sporting Goods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robk Posted November 25, 2005 Report Share Posted November 25, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? when it is cold out and i mean cold i have me some big boys from wolverine and they have 1200 grams of thinsulate and i have never had any problems with cold feet yet. 600 may be okay in some weather but i am one if my feet are cold i am out of there as i am not comfortable. i am looking at a new set up that has 2000 grams of thinsulate in a rubber boot i saw and i am trying to find them again. i am not sure which brand had them but my dad had gotten his feet frozen in korea and when his toes turn or start to turn blue black it is time to bring out he 1200 grams for him and he is very comfortable in them. the one thing i learned is if your a half size go up a half size and not down it is a pain in the you know where lol rob k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted November 25, 2005 Report Share Posted November 25, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? With rubber boots 600 grams is not nearly enough when temps are below freezing. 1200 is hardly enough. It depends on the socks and the condition of the boots. A BREATHABLE (acrylic/polyester) moisture wicking first sock with a wool over sock is the answer. Polypropylene does not breath leaving your feet feel clammy. Silk is a good undersock as well. Stay away from COTTON at all costs. The boot itself is the most important. An all rubber boot is not the best choice. Most of the insulation is in the sole of the boot. Rubber is not a good insulator and does not breath. That in itself makes your feet sweat. You never see an all rubber pac boot for that very reason. Most have breathable liners with a leather upper. There are plenty of waterproof boots out there that will keep your feet much warmer. Read the temp ratings on the cold weather boots and try to at least double the rating for use where you hunt. I won't sit in the cold with any boot rated for less than -100 degrees. Sometimes that is not enough. The rating is for active use such as walking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6sixpoint_nobrows Posted November 25, 2005 Report Share Posted November 25, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? sweet, i was just about to make a post about rubber boots, yesturday i hunted in rubber boots and it was 20 degrees out, i only made it till 4 30 and i was completly numb....i thinik im ganna get my some warmer ones thanks guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTbowman Posted November 25, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 25, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? [ QUOTE ] Try the Field and Stream insulated knee high boots. Mine have 1200 grams of Thinsulate and are camoflaged in Advantage Timber. They have nice tread on the bottom. I use them in the winter when I work outside and for hunting too. They only cost about $70.00 at Dick's Sporting Goods. [/ QUOTE ] Who makes this boot? I saw them at Dicks and was interested in them but I had thought they were LaCrosse boots at 1st glance then saw they were "Field and Stream" labeled boots. Does LaCrosse make that boot for F&S??? I am also interested in the Muck boots too. That local farm and feed store carried them as well. I have not seen any insulated versions though... (???) Other then the neoprene upper they sport. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted November 25, 2005 Report Share Posted November 25, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? The Chinese make that boot as well as most others! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bowtecher Posted November 27, 2005 Report Share Posted November 27, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? Hey Bowman, I have noticed similar results, even though down here in GA we usually only get into the 20's. Oddly enough, I've found that sock-liners work best for me with Rubber boots, followed by Artic Shield boot warmers once I get on stand. The third key to this set up is a nice walk on the way to my stand, which may sound funny but is important. I've gotten a ride pretty close to my stand on a cold day and my feet never got warm, but every day I've walked in......no problems! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ Posted November 27, 2005 Report Share Posted November 27, 2005 Re: Warm + Rubber boots =?????? It sounds like you need a couple pairs of boots. One boot will not work for +60 degF to 0 degF. Get some light insulated boots for early season and some heavy ones for late season. Like LifeNRA mentioned, keeping your feet dry is the key to comfort and keeping them warm. Reduce the layers of socks may help as you will not sweat as much going in. Changing socks when you get to your stand is best for extended comfort on stand though. Check out Cabela's Guide to Socks. Get a good sock that wicks away moisture Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diana047 Posted June 9, 2012 Report Share Posted June 9, 2012 My daughter purchased a pair of realtree pink cameo rubber boots for me for Christmas and I am so disapointed as they are already cracking on one side and splitting. I have seen this happen to the ones my stepdaughter gets for her kids at ...walmart but NEVER thought that the REALTREE boots would do this in just barely 5 months and it is not like I wear them every day all day long..I wear them in my garden because of the moisture. My husband has a pair and they seem to be holding up great. What is the problem with the LADIES boots that they are not holding up.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted June 9, 2012 Report Share Posted June 9, 2012 Diana - who made the Realtree boots? The only brands of rubber boots that have held up for me are Lacrosse and Muck boots. I have 2 pairs - a pair of heavy Muck boots for cold weather, and a pair of Lacrosse Alpha Burly for fall like weather. I really like my Lacrosse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted June 10, 2012 Report Share Posted June 10, 2012 My daughter purchased a pair of realtree pink cameo rubber boots for me for Christmas and I am so disapointed as they are already cracking on one side and splitting. I have seen this happen to the ones my stepdaughter gets for her kids at ...walmart but NEVER thought that the REALTREE boots would do this in just barely 5 months and it is not like I wear them every day all day long..I wear them in my garden because of the moisture. My husband has a pair and they seem to be holding up great. What is the problem with the LADIES boots that they are not holding up.... Welcome to the forums Diana. To my knowledge reatlree does not make boots, their patterns however are on boots made by many companies. Would contact the manufacturer of the boots you have. Cabelas branded rubber boots have held up pretty well for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted June 11, 2012 Report Share Posted June 11, 2012 Diana - who made the Realtree boots? The only brands of rubber boots that have held up for me are Lacrosse and Muck boots. I have 2 pairs - a pair of heavy Muck boots for cold weather, and a pair of Lacrosse Alpha Burly for fall like weather. I really like my Lacrosse. yup Muck boots here. i've got a light pair for spring to early fall and then a heavier pair from late fall into late winter. lacrosse boots are nice from what i hear, although i don't own a pair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maine Hntr Posted June 11, 2012 Report Share Posted June 11, 2012 I've used field and stream 1000 gram and redheads 1000 gram, I always wear redhead insulated socks and I'm good to about 35 deg., my feet get cold easy too so I think that's a pretty good temp, it basically gets me through bow season... Have had no issues with either brand and would recommend both, I too love the boots, great not to have to worry about where you're next step is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted June 12, 2012 Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 Dang this was a old post...who drug this one out the mud? No pun intended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesse8953 Posted June 13, 2012 Report Share Posted June 13, 2012 1 pair of wool socks and cabelas 1200 gram boots.If it is realy cold I have a pair of bootblankets to where, when I get to my hunting spot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fulldraw Posted June 15, 2012 Report Share Posted June 15, 2012 Love my muck boots! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin R10 man Posted June 15, 2012 Report Share Posted June 15, 2012 Dang this was a old post...who drug this one out the mud? No pun intended. perhaps it's time to give this thread a boot???...lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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