Fly the Team Iceshanty Flag! Iceshanty Proshop
I’m pretty disappointed in my DryShod Arctic Storms. The boots themselves are warm and all but the fronts of the boots where the soles are glued on at the toes are peeling away.[/quoteHaven't experienced this yet
I've had a lot of different boots. I like the Korker Polar Vortex, best 've had so far.
Thanks for your input. I ordered these boots from Sportman's Guide this morning. `Most places only had a few size selections (8 to 9), but this place had my size.
I've been wearing the Cabelas Trans-Alaskan Pac boots for 20+ years and I can't say enough good thinks about them. They are on Clearance right now for $165-$220https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/cabelas-trans-alaska-insulated-waterproof-pac-boots-for-men
Wow, bullpine. You sound just like my wife!
I am actually a boot salesman.
I've had the Clam Sub Zero X boots for 2 years and they are good. Comfortable, warm, quality. Only knock I'd give them is I wish they didn't go up as high as they do but that is a personal thing. Hard to find a short boot with the waterproofing that's needed for drilling holes. Would like to find an option as with bibs on any water that splashes up move than 3-4 inches above the ankle should get blocked by bibs and not run into a boot. Maybe I need to try the Korkers as they may fit the bill.
I have the korkers. The interchangeable soles are nice I use the my studded soles that I use on my korkers dark horse wading shoes on the ice. They have a real good customer service if you have issues. The boa system works for me easy on and off
I'm leery of the Korkers Polar Vortex boots. I have a friend who had bad leaks with his Korkers right from the start last year. I read another fisherman, Dave Koonce, who had the same problem with wet feet. Dave sent the company an email noting his wet problem, and Korkers did not respond after 4 weeks. Others have said that their Korkers are completely dry. Luck of the draw? Who knows. I just know I went with a different brand (Irish Setter Icetreks).
Korkers are scheme to get you to buy the soles every couple years. I've had 2 sets, and the wading boots I wear now come with felt bottoms and studs and cost the price of the korker soles. They last me about 2-3 years and I buy a new pair on sale at $65. Wore out the sole in one pair of korkers, got a different style w the boa and it tightened up to the point they dig into your achilles. I'll stick with permanent soles and buy a new pair every 2-5 years.
Does anyone have experience with the Norfin Klondike 2? The foldable ice cleats in the sole are interesting. I have the Muck Arctic Pro Sport. I like that they are easy on and off and pretty warm, when I use toe warmer heat packs.
I'm in the market for new ice fishing boots. I was wearing the Baffin Titans, but they have worn out, and leak like a faucet from the '70s. Price is not my main concern, as I'll pay good money for the right boots.
Interesting read. I really don't understand why people pay so much for boots. My white mickey's are 24 years old. I know because I wrote my name and address and year at time of purchase. Just in case. My black ones are 7. Feet have never got cold. I deer hunt, rabbit hunt and ice fish every year in them. But to each Thier own. If you are happy with them is all that's important. Steve
I don’t like walking around with cinder blocks on my feet looking like PJ from In Depth Outdoors.Just busting your balls, but a lot of guys like them. I have had so many pairs of boots I just want something super light, super warm, and waterproof. Usually a trade off somewhere, but haven’t regretted spending the money on those Irish Setters once