Lowa Tibet GTX Boots, Cabela’s Artic Bruin and Cabela’s Saskatchewan Pac Boots
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
- Hi folks, I’m sharing some of my hunting boots. They offer different levels of protection and support. These boots are not for everyone and I’m sure whatever boots you choose will be the right ones for you. My write up is listed below. Stay warm and have a nice winter.
Lowa Tibet GTX Hunting Boots
8 inches or 20.3 cm
2 lbs. 3 ounces each or 1004 grams
High Country Synergy Footbeds by Lathrop & Sons
Gore-Tex lined
2.6 mm Nubuck Leather
Elevated protective rubber rand
5 mm full length nylon shank
Vibram sole
Non-insulated (3 season boots)
Heavy duty hardware
Super stable design with lots of support
They have one of the best lacing systems on the market
Cons: They do not have a full rise gusset and the pull tab is less than adequate.
Applications: Hardcore hunting boots for mountainous terrain or heavy backpacking trips into the wilderness. They are premium boots that can last 10 years or more depending on the level of use and rotation.
Cabela’s Artic Bruin
10 inches or 25.4 cm
2 lbs. 10 ounces or 1211 grams
Gore-Tex
Leather bottoms / Nylon uppers
Vibram sole
1400 grams of Thinsulate insulation
Cons: They are a bit big, bulky and heavy. Also, the soles on the Rocky boots can dry rot and crumble away.
Applications: Stand hunting, blind hunting or some spot and stalk. Value boots of this type are a decent option for reasonable winter temperatures or spending a half-day in the field. They offer moderate warmth and comfort.
Note: Boot models are constantly changing and I have not seen these boots at Cabela’s in the last few years. I’m not sure what boot was used to replace them.
Cabela’s Saskatchewan Pac Boots
15 inches or 38.1 cm
3 lbs. each or 1362 grams
Gore-Tex
EVA foam with nylon mid soles
Removable 13mm Texel Liners
Draw collar with cord-lock to keep snow out
Cons: Big, bulky and heavy. They may not be the best choice for long walks, but offer maximum warmth.
Applications: Stand hunting, ice fishing, dog sled, snowmobile and for lengthy sporting events in below freezing temperatures. Bottom line, these boots will not make a fashion statement but they are serious cold weather boots for people who plan to spend the entire day in below freezing conditions.
Note: I have not seen these boots at Cabela’s in the last couple of years. I believe they may have replaced it with Trans-Alaska III Pac Boot. Northern Outfitters also makes a very high grade Pac boot for extreme cold weather conditions.
These are my preferred wool socks, but I’m sure there are other premium socks out there.
Smartwool Extra Heavy Cushion Hunting socks
Smartwool Mountaineering Socks
Living and hunting whitetail deer in Northeastern Minnesota in November it gets very cold. I am an all day sitter in portable and ladder stands. My feet would always freeze. When I purchased the Saskatchewan pac boot my feet never froze again. You have to have the correct size however. One pair of wool socks and one can use small hand warmers in the pouch on the bottom of the liner. You feet might get a little cold after 10-12 hours but they will never freeze. This has been my personal experience. Are there better cold weather boots out there? Perhaps but I’m happy with the Saskatchewan pac boots from Cabela’s. Remember, you get what you pay for.
You sure know how to pick your gear. Everything you use is top of the line sir. I need to get into your line of work so I can afford some of this stuff haha.
I've been wanting the Saskatchewan PAC boot for awhile
the best boots are those that have a level of protection but mostly comfy
May I add a small suggestion sir? Take the normal laces out of the Lowas and the first pair of Cabela's boots, and replace them with Paracord. I've done that to all of my hunting or hiking boots, because the laces in my boots got ripped the second hunt of the season last year. Paracord is tougher, and in a pinch can help you should you need it.
Could you please do a review of the cabela Saskatchewan pac boots and post it.
Robert, just bought a pair this season and they are fantastic!!!
What made me buy the lowa tibet gtx is the look 😅
How are they? Are they too stiff to drive in?
Hi, I would not want to wear them on a long drive. They can get hot. However, when it comes to using them for what they were intended, (carrying a pack up a mountain) they certainly perform well. All the best
Me too, I thought, "Man, these babies make me look like I actually know whathahell I'm doin'!" [Laffin'😄]
Could you drive wearing the lowa Tibet?
Yes
Lowa makes THE most uncomfortable boots I've ever tried. Two pairs tried, $300.00 down the drain, all I can say is 'caveat emptor'.
In other words, buyer beware!