Boots....your opinion?

[ibthetrout]

Getting ready to get some new boots. Anyone have an opinion on these boots? They are Cabelas brand infernos. I currently have some Kamik boots with the old fashioned felt liner. Had them over 20 years now. Time to buy some new ones for the next 20 years.

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/product/standard-item.jsp?id=0033812830667a&navCount=1&podId=0033812&parentId=cat20574&masterpathid=&navAction=jump&cmCat=MainCatcat20564-cat20574&catalogCode=IH&rid=&parentType=index&indexId=cat20574&hasJS=true

[Houghton laker]

I have a pair of Rockies like them....Warm as heck...but hell to get into and walk in them.....Best for my money are the Lacrosse Ice kings!! There still a pack boot with a insert....but warmest boots I've found!

[Oldgrandman]

My feet get cold easily. The only boot I know of that has never let me down is the big white boots you get from surplus stores you can inflate that paratroopers use, some people call them mickey mouse boots.
Now I been in these for many years and have not tried any new products, but I know they've come a long ways in the past couple decades.
The thing is, these are what works for me so I have not tried anything else.
I had em nearly 20 years and just now I need a new pair cause the lining ripped in one, but that foot still does not get cold. It's just a pain to get on without the lining bunching up as I slip into it.
Thats what I got...

[gilgetter]

I like lacross ice man boots. the only ones that keep my feet warm, all day.

[William H Bonney]

Getting ready to get some new boots. Anyone have an opinion on these boots? They are Cabelas brand infernos. I currently have some Kamik boots with the old fashioned felt liner. Had them over 20 years now. Time to buy some new ones for the next 20 years.

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I've had those Kamik 14" rubber uppers for years,,,, I love 'em. Totally waterproof. My other pair I've had for even longer, made of fine Italian craftsmanship, BushMasters I think they are(Meijers).:lol: Covered in mink oil. I just buy liners for both pairs every few years or so.

[jigworm]

Bought the Extremes last year and am very happy with them. Not the slightest bit of cold gets through.

[huxIIIhammer]

I second Mickeys I have had the blacks ones for 7 years now and can honestly say my feet have never been cold in them.

[walleye magnet]

Mickey Mouse boot for me.
I don't know if there is a difference between the white or black but there sure a warm and water proof.

[da fish hunter]

i also use the white mickies. best boots ever... also have the problem with feet freezing thest boots solved that prob.....i got my for $20 used ant jues army and navy..

[MULLSKINNER]

i owned the icemans ....and they are a good boot ...BUT THE MICKEY'S RULE !!!!!!!!:D

[luv2havemoartime]

This has probably been discussed as much as baiting, QDM, cougars or Rompola. The 2 winners are
1. Mickey Mouse boots
2. Lacrosse Ice Kings
With a slight edge going to the Mouse boots if you add up all the posts related to this when you perform a search on this site.
It is also unanimous that either of these are pretty much strictly sitting boots only. If you're walking warmth is not critical obviously. I got my Mickey Mouse boots on Ebay from A-Z army surplus for $25.00. My feet have never, ever been cold again. As a matter of fact in temps above the teens, my feet sometimes get hot.

[Oldgrandman]

I second Mickeys I have had the blacks ones for 7 years now and can honestly say my feet have never been cold in them.

Yeah they do come in black, and if at all possible, may even be warmer being black. I just have the white ones.

[FISH21]

WHITE MICKEY'S:coolgleam

[adam bomb]

LaCrosse Extreme PFT's...great boots.

http://www.lacrossefootwear.com/product/cold+weather/pac+boots/extreme+pft++-+++14%27%27+1000+gram+mossy+oak+br.do

[1fish]

another vote for the mickey mouse boots. I have both the white (warmer and heavier) and the black (lighter, but still pretty dang warm). Use them for late season goose, deer and ice fishing and it's nice not ever having to worry about your feet getting cold.

If anything, the only downfall is that I usually wear my Rocky's as well if I'm going to be walking any significant distance because otherwise my feet will be all sweated up.

[flamety13]

i have some cheap mickey mouse ones good for just aboiut everything i need them for!!pretty darn warm too cant remember being cold in them!!

[FishDaddy09]

Mickey's! You can step through a hole fill'em up with water just pour it out and the Mickey's will still keep your foot warm. The white ones have more insulation in the insole. And best of all you can get them cheap off e-bay.

[woodie slayer]

i don't think you can go wrong with la crosse icemans...just don't buy the black ones made in china by the made in U.S.A. boots..

[Scale ' em ']

The basic rule for buying boots is that you always buy them at least TWO sizes larger than your foot size . The idea is called the " Warm Air Capture Principle " . This principle works like a charm , especially in this age of space age stuff in the liners . I know fellows who have purchased much less expensive boots and have no complaints about warmth and comfort in extreme conditions . Purchase the expensive boots if you must , but follow the "Two Size Rule " .

[FishinJoe]

Another vote for the mickeys, use the white for fishing and the black for working. Never have gotten cold in them.

Joe

[little e]

i vote for the mickey's also, have had a pair for the last 15 years great boot. as mentioned in earlier post, can step in a hole(higgins lake) fill boot up with water, take boot off pour out water and put back on. foot never got cold. i've bought my through the sportsmans guide.

http://www.sportsmansguide.com/search/search.asp?r=Page%3A+%2FDefault.asp+KW+Box&s=SEARCH&a=search&k=mickey+mouse+boots

[ibthetrout]

I know this is a very debated topic. I was looking for, and got, current opinion. I had not seen this thread THIS year. Don't really like the Mickey's, just personal preference there. I heard the Lacrosse Icemans were discontinued. I bought the Pedator Extremes last night. Very warm, but I would not want to walk far in them. I think that will be ok as I have other boots for things like rabbit hunting. I was told the Pedator Extremes are the warmest Cabelas boot they sell.

Thanks again for the opinions!

[wcalcaterra]

I bought Cabelas Rubber insultated boots and I love them. Water proof, sent free, and they keep me feet extremely warm!

[Houghton laker]

I know in my Lacrosses boots....I normally wear A size 10 1/2....and I have these in a size 13 to fit loosely with a thick pair of wool / Polypropelene socks!! How are those mickey mouse boots for size compared to normal shoes??

[SPITFIRE]

LACROSSE ICE KINGS !!! listen to me now or you will hear me later as you are shaking on the ice like a dog trying to crap out a pork chop bone.

[ibthetrout]

Hey....I've seen that before.....it ain't funny.

[flamety13]

i wear a size 12 shoe n 13 boot go 2 sizes bigger and u will be fine i love the mickey's!!! warm for sure!

[9mmruger1]

I bought Cabelas Rubber insultated boots and I love them. Water proof, sent free, and they keep me feet extremely warm!


Me too, 1200 grams thinsulate and work great.

[COCKROACH69]

i have the Cabelas brand infernos got them last year. they are not the best boots for driving but hell they keep my feet very warm i go out hunting & ice fishing with them & only use regular cotton socks i love the infernos
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[thos1971]

Love my Lacrosse. I find them pretty easy to walk in. Mickey's are fine if you are just sitting for a long period of time, but I don't like them to walk in. Best thing about my Lacrosse is I got them 2 summers ago on clearance at BPS. They had a misc. rack of boots right next to the door and happened to have these in my size for $39.99,I would have never forgiven myself if I passed that one up!

[Bruce William]

I have had a pair of Danners and they have lasted for 10 years, walked 8 hours in Iowa farmland and didn't miss a beat or get wet.

[duck heaven]

I've had those Kamik 14" rubber uppers for years,,,, I love 'em. Totally waterproof. My other pair I've had for even longer, made of fine Italian craftsmanship, BushMasters I think they are(Meijers).:lol: Covered in mink oil. I just buy liners for both pairs every few years or so.


Hey Bonney ....

You ever see what $1.80 in dimes can do to an $80.00 pair of Italian boots?:yikes:


Sorry! ...... "just hackin on-ya" .......... :lol:



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[notfishing]

Save your feet buy mickey mouse boots!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[wackmaster]

I use a pair of Guide Series 1000gram boots that I have fished with on the ice for 13hours and then went Snowmobiling when I got home with them for another 3hours so 16hours of ice and snow and I never felt a single bit of cold !:coolgleam That is with a good pair of Wigwam socks too!;)

[steve myers]

Ice Kings.I think I could bo barefoot in them and my feet would still be warm.For around 100.00 its a great deal and they last a long time.

[MiketheElder]

http://www.overshoe.com/recreational/products/stabilicer.php

Since I wear a size 14 or 15 it's almost impossible to find a pair of boots to fit me. My niece gave me a pair of these overshoes for Christmas a few years ago. Superlight! Waterproof. Velcro closure with an adjusting strap for snugness. Slide over the shoes/boots you're wearing. Warmest boots I've worn yet.

[MiketheElder]

I want to emphasize that these overshoes are extremely lightweight. I don't think they weigh a pound apiece.

Houghton Laker, I'm surprised you don't own a pair of these. Especially in your line of work.

[triplehooked]

I loved my Icemans, heard alot of good about the mickey's too, but they seemed a bit heavier. The Icemans never wore out ( I snow sealed them every two years) but left them on the porch one night and a ##$@@$ dog ran off with one of 'em, never did find it! About four years ago I bought the Rocky ice stalker with the flip out cleats for bare ice grip, they are a bit lighter than Icemans, toasty warm... and have held up pretty well. I rarely have more than a regular sock on with them.

[Houghton laker]

I want to emphasize that these overshoes are extremely lightweight. I don't think they weigh a pound apiece.

Houghton Laker, I'm surprised you don't own a pair of these. Especially in your line of work.


Never heard of them before mike...But they look real nice!! I have boots coming out my Wazoo right now.......We get $125.00 a yr. boot money at work and I always put it to good use!!;)

[Duck-Hunter]

Winchester 1200g thinsulate. love those boots never had a problem with my feet getting cold. My feet got a little chilli yeterday but it was freeeeeezing

[unclecbass]

I dont think you are gong to get any warmer than a good set of Baffin boots. I love mine, almost too warm.

[ibthetrout]

Well, I took back the Pedator Extremes. The way the boot was cut it hurt my ankle after about 15 minutes. Glad I wore them around the house first. I replaced them for the Cabela's inferno 2000's. Nice lightweight boot that you can walk in too, 2000g of thinsulate. I think I'm good for another 20 years!

This kind of thread gets brought up every year. It seems the popular concensus is Lacrosse Icemans and Mickeys, from year to year those seem to be the most popular.

[RichP]

Boots....your opinion?

My opinion is that it is better to have them, than to not have them. :D


Good call on the Cabelas Infernos. Rated for -140 below, as long as they're comfortable on you, you won't have to worry about getting cold!

[MIoutdoorsjunkie]

My vote is for the Mickey Mouse boots - Cheap, Waterproof etc.. My feet have never gotten cold. Smometimes I wear them with very thin socks and still have never been cold. Hit the local army surplus, try on a few pairs and you wont be sorry. The only down fall is that they are rather heavy.

Good luck..
Jeff

[twohand]

I know I'm a little late on this, But in case anyone else is looking, I just bought these after a friend from Montana recomended them. Tried them out last weekend...NICE They are a bit pricey but I have a feeling that the 14" tops are going to save the day on last ice! They are made by a company called whites http://www.whitesoutdoor.com/ and they are called the yukon survivor P.S. You can keep your mickeys, you can actually walk in these!
http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/photopost/data/539/medium/boots_004.jpg

[Houghton laker]

I don't like the high boots like that myself.....always seem to irritate me while walking!!