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I'll get back on my soapbox. The right boot all depends on how you fish. There's one boot for a guy that is walking and moving a lot and there is another boot for a guy that sits still. I have a pair of Lacrosse Ice Kings that are probably the warmest boot I've ever owned, but I wouldn't want to walk very far in them. Heavy, bulky and no ankle support to speak of. I also have a pair of Rocky Blizzards. Fantastic boots to keep you warm and easy to walk in.
Doesnt water go right through the material of those kind of boots?
Boots? You don't need no stinkin' boots. I just strap some sneakers onto the stump of where my foot used to be, before the frostbite.
Now that's funny What I have learned on all the post about boots is, most men haven't even saw a good boot! They find a pair of boots when they need too and buy the first one they can afford. The mickey mouse boots are readily available so this seams to be the choice of most. As far a technology is concerned, there are far better boots out there if a person is willing too look. Of course you can't find the good boots everywhere because of the price. Most stores only carry the inexpensive type, so that's what most are familiar with. I have fished for thirty five years, and during that time I have only used four different boots. It takes awhile too wear out a pair of boots. Think about how old your mickeys are? All I'm saying is, check into the more modern materials before you stick your foot into an antique boot. Even if it is only a stump!
I go along with RG on the Cabelas Trans Alaskas. They are the greatest. Studded like RG recommends - they are absolutely unbeatable.
I'm on my 6th season with these boots. They show no sign of wear. They're waterproof and so warm you forget about your feet....period. The sole is a perfect design for walking. They're light and easy on / off. They are well designed and backed by Cabelas no worry's policy. At $179, they're a deal.RG
My quarterly post.....(Image removed from quote.)Cabelas Trans Alaskas.RG
So for those that put studs i their boots,,,,im assuming that from that point on they are dedicated ice fishing boots?
Ive benn on the ice for 35 years + and I always used the Micky Mouse white / black boots . They are water proof and very warm ! I dont even half to blow them up , they are warm enough without the air!
The air isn't to keep your feet warm,the valves are to release air pressure for when jumping out of planes.