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saladin
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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: mikeh416Rigby]
      #87156 - 15/10/07 10:18 AM

good thread. until reading some of the posts, i had more or less decided on a pair of Meindl - probably the "desert Fox" model. i must admit i hadn't even heard of the Russells. more research required - i must say, this is getting fun.

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: Phil_in_the_UK]
      #87207 - 16/10/07 02:01 AM

Dear Phil

I am back from Zimbabwe where I hunted three weeks.

I am hardly young and my knees were acheful. I chose Salomon running shoes instead of heavy cumbersome boots.

salomon running
It results that I could walk from dawn to dusk without any trouble and now I feel cured of any knees troubles.
In my opinion, there are no reasons to opt for boots if You are now confronted with very rocky terrain. Light and well made shoes lead You further than any strong heavy boots.
Good luck

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: larcher]
      #87252 - 16/10/07 11:57 PM

I am leaving for Zimbabwe in just under a week from today. I am taking with me a set of Danner 7" leather hunting boots (the lightest set of boots I have ever owned) and a set or Merrell hiking boots (ankle height). I have been walking 6+ miles a day in my danners for about two months and have never had any foot problems with them. I am greatful the salesman at Cabelas (st. louis [business trip]) convinced me to purchase the danner boots.

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: benellisbe]
      #87257 - 17/10/07 01:26 AM

Which particular pair of Danner's did you buy from Cabela's?
I cant find any boots with 7 inch tops,probably need glasses LOL
Al

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: ALAN_MCKENZIE]
      #87258 - 17/10/07 01:36 AM

Al
They are the 8" pronghorn hunters. I thought I corrected that (guess it is me who needs glasses). They are by far the best boots I have ever owned. They are amazingly light. I don't have a single pair of running shoes that are as light as the danners (in weight). They are simply amazing. I also own the 6" sierra workman boots (not the steel toed ones) and a set of 8" frontiers. Go with the Pronghorn Hunters you will not regret them. They are an amazing boot. I have had no problem with water getting inside of them when crossing streams, etc.
Justin

EDIT: They are the Pronghorn Hunter GTX model. Mine have the 200 gram insulation (or are uninsulated, which I can't remember at the moment. I can look at them when I get home.).

Edited by benellisbe (17/10/07 01:39 AM)

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ALAN_MCKENZIE
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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: benellisbe]
      #87259 - 17/10/07 01:38 AM

Thanks mate ,appreciate the quick reply.
Al

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: ALAN_MCKENZIE]
      #87895 - 27/10/07 08:17 PM

Real hunters wear Vellies with no socks!

And if you guys don't know what Vellies are, ask your PH!!

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: mlg]
      #87910 - 28/10/07 11:04 AM

All Australians will know that one!




http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunlop_Volley



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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: Marrakai]
      #87915 - 28/10/07 02:17 PM

"WELL DONE MARRAKAI"

LOL

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: ALAN_MCKENZIE]
      #87931 - 29/10/07 02:46 AM

The best boot for Africa is like the best boot for the US, exactly where are you hunting? The mountains of Montana require very different footwear than Florida. The only experience I have is in the bush velt of north-east Namibia. But after a couple of safaris tramping about I've found a few things that work for me.

Boots: Two styles work for me. Low Kudu leather boots with a flat sole made in Namibia. Bought them in a store in Grootfontien but you can get them in Windhoek. The brand remains something of a mystery since it's stamped on the insole near the arch and almost impossible to make out anything. It seems to be Veldskeer? or something.

The other is favorite of some to the local farmers and they also buy them for their staff. They are a canvas tennis shoe that I believe may be an issue item for their military. Made by Beier Safety Footwear in RSA they work extremely well in wet, hot weather and great inthe sand and dry weather also. They're tough as hell but don't have the nice soft sole of the Kudu leather "desert boots" which are my favorites.

On a side note I bought a pair of high top Merrell "Mohabs" from Cabela's which are extremely comfortable in hot weather and work well if you are doing any walking on rough ground or climbing. Forget them in the sand though. The mesh across the toes allows the sand in and your feet will get blistered and filthy in short order.

Socks: Cabela's Cool Max socks. A god send in real hot weather. Very comfortable and absolutely no wet, soft feet at the end of the day.

Gators: The sister of the PH I hunted with makes "Sock-Savers", elastic top shoe covers made of very soft leather. Really keep the crap out of your boots and off the socks and laces.

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: Will]
      #103178 - 22/04/08 01:33 PM

I am going to try a pair of irish setter kangaroo chukkas for comfort. if they seem up to the mark i will take them and another lightweight canvas and nylon walker, maybe a new balance 949.

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: bigmaxx]
      #103186 - 22/04/08 03:34 PM

I just checked the web & found that the boots have a side zipper. Do the laces tighten the boots for a good fit with sox? I have never heard of these boots before! They look & sound good!

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: Nakihunter]
      #103189 - 22/04/08 03:58 PM

I felt that these showed a lot of promise: http://www.russellmoccasin.com/boots_safari/safari_ph2.html

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: CHAPUISARMES]
      #103194 - 22/04/08 07:24 PM

I have 3 pairs of Russell Moccasin boots (3 different types for different uses) They are fabulous and I wouldn't buy anything else. 100% reccomended, best Mike

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Re: Best Boots for Africa [Re: Phil_in_the_UK]
      #103241 - 23/04/08 01:02 AM

I hunt in tennis shoes primarily, and some PH's even wear sandals. Though when its really wet I wear low rise North Face Techs.

Its all personal preference, just make sure their comfortable.

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