LAST EDITED ON Mar-29-16 AT 08:12AM (MST)[p]For those trashing Salomon, I'm guessing you've never tried them. I was skeptical at first because they are not a name brand when it comes to hunting boots, but they have been the best boots I've bought to date. Yes, they are a little softer than other high end boots, so they will wear slightly faster, but that's a small price to pay for comfort and weight savings. They are broken in from the time you get them, and your foot stays locked in place...all day, even when it's 85 degrees and you're sweating like a pig. The past three years, I've had my Salomons and my hunting partners have all had Meindls...their feet have been torn up, while mine have been in great shape.
I'm not saying Salomon is the holy grail, but they are a quality boot. For the record, I have the Salomon Quest GTX...can't speak for their other models, but I will buy these boots again when my current pair finally gives out. I will also say that my feet sweat A LOT, and I don't typically have a problem with my feet getting cold, so I don't need or want an insulated boot. I just always wear a good quality merino sock.
One other bit of info...we typically hunt around 7000'-8000'. It's not super big country, but can be steep, and it's as rocky and uneven as any place I've ever hunted. I don't think there's a flat spot to be found unless you're standing on top of a giant boulder. LOL!