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Solus Inukshuk Offline Posts: 967 Location: Northern Minnesota Joined: Oct 6^th, 2006	Re: Portage Boot Recomendations Reply #60 - Nov 20^th, 2007 at 6:08am	Quote Print Post
	Muck Boots are pretty much just a more comfortable version of the traditional high rubber boots. They will still give you the "full booter" if you go over the top (so far I haven't managed to sink that far). Good for cold water conditions or wet portages, if used in the summer I think you'd want to slip them off while paddling. Probably not very good for wading in rapids, "full booter" + strong current = bad combo. On the plus side they are really comfortable, durable and easy to get in and out of. Oh yeah, they float too.


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GSP Inukshuk Offline Posts: 95 Joined: Aug 11^th, 2004	Re: Portage Boot Recomendations Reply #61 - Dec 16^th, 2007 at 5:08pm	Quote Print Post
	No one has mentioned Snake boots!. Lighter that rubber boots, lighter than many hiking boots. 15" high waterproof, great ankel support and resonable in price if found on E-bay. I use a pair this spring and will not use other wise when portaging. I used the rubber boots, they are now on the bottom of Pickrel Lake, wore sandals and wool socks for next 10 days, with temps in the 50s and rain. I don't like cold, clammy feet especially when fishing all day or doing many portages.


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Old Salt Inukshuk Offline Posts: 4871 Location: Crossville, TN Joined: Jun 17^th, 2004	Re: Portage Boot Recomendations Reply #62 - Dec 16^th, 2007 at 7:37pm	Quote Print Post
	GSP wrote on Dec 16^th, 2007 at 5:08pm: I used the rubber boots, they are now on the bottom of Pickrel Lake, Too lazy to paddle them out and dispose of them properly?


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GSP Inukshuk Offline Posts: 95 Joined: Aug 11^th, 2004	Re: Portage Boot Recomendations Reply #63 - Dec 16^th, 2007 at 8:48pm	Quote Print Post
	No actually it was trying to swim with them in 45 degree water and 3' waves. But at least no one died.


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GSP Inukshuk Offline Posts: 95 Joined: Aug 11^th, 2004	Re: Portage Boot Recomendations Reply #64 - Dec 16^th, 2007 at 8:52pm	Quote Print Post
	and I don't think if you knew me, you wouldn't put me in the lazy category. In 54 trips I have carried out more than taken in, always left firewood for the next, helped groups across portages, shared my food and knowledge to keep newbies safe. Maybe you could of asked what happened instead.


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Old Salt Inukshuk Offline Posts: 4871 Location: Crossville, TN Joined: Jun 17^th, 2004	Re: Portage Boot Recomendations Reply #65 - Dec 16^th, 2007 at 10:58pm	Quote Print Post
	GSP wrote on Dec 16^th, 2007 at 8:52pm: and I don't think if you knew me, you wouldn't put me in the lazy category. In 54 trips I have carried out more than taken in, always left firewood for the next, helped groups across portages, shared my food and knowledge to keep newbies safe. Maybe you could of asked what happened instead. If you had told us more about yourself, then we would have known you better. Sorry I made wrong assumption. Sounds like you belong here. Hope to get to know you better.


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Vance_in_AK. Ex Member	Re: Portage Boot Recomendations Reply #66 - Dec 20^th, 2007 at 11:00pm	Quote Print Post
	Shucks, I thought I would be the 1st one to mention snake boots but GSP beat me too it!!!! I picked up a set at "Sports Authority" in Anchorage when I was in town last year. They had them on closeout. Started at around $100 I think & they were down to $19! I guess they forgot there are no snakes in Alaska when they ordered them. BUT, being 15", Gortex, & only $19 (Lacrosse brand) I figured I'd give them a try on an upcoming trip. Have to say I was impressed. When these wear out I'll get another set, even at full price. Very light & ankle support is great on rough portages. GSP, I'd like to hear the storry on your "swim".


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jdrocks Full Member Offline Posts: 146 Joined: May 15^th, 2006	Re: Portage Boot Recomendations Reply #67 - Dec 21^st, 2007 at 1:48pm	Quote Print Post
	try swimming with snake boots on. that's my new test for paddling footwear, in addition to my other criteria-can i swim well enough to save myself with the footwear on in the event of a mishap. and no, i don't mean can i get the boots off while in the water, and then swim-i mean can i swim with those boots laced, strapped, buckled, whatever, on my feet.


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solotripper Inukshuk Offline Posts: 8105 Location: clarkston MI Joined: Mar 14^th, 2005	Re: Portage Boot Recomendations Reply #68 - Dec 21^st, 2007 at 10:16pm	Quote Print Post
	I think the "swim" test isn't a bad idea for portage boot criteria Depending on water temp and wave conditions you might NOT have time to get your foot gear off if you can't at least dog paddle with them on? I changed my thoughts on footwear after reading Jimbo's story regarding the guy who's hip style boots almost drowned him! Coming a shore with bare or stocking feet could be tough depending on the shore conditions. I tested my PFD and shoes by wading out at my local lake and trying to swim parallel to the shore for a ways. You want your PFD to fit well enough its not floating off you or hindering your swim stroke. Better to find out in conditions you pick rather than the worse case scenario


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jdrocks Full Member Offline Posts: 146 Joined: May 15^th, 2006	Re: Portage Boot Recomendations Reply #69 - Dec 22^nd, 2007 at 3:00am	Quote Print Post
	"I tested my PFD and shoes...." you did it the right way, i tested my gear the hard way. after upgrading my pfd two years in a row, your observation is correct-it won't work well unless properly adjusted, and in my case, also zipped up all the way. nearly cost me. my change to lighter boots this season probably saved me. so i would recommend your test.


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