Crispi Sport Hunter GTX ®

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There tends to be 3 options for outdoor workers when they are choosing the best footwear for the type of work and conditions; 1) Wellington boots, 2) Walking Boots and 3) Walking Boots with Gaiters fitted. Each of the 3 options have positives and negatives. Wellingtons offer great waterproof properties, but very limited ankle support and comfort. Walking boots offer good support and comfort but limited waterproof abilities compared with wellingtons. The option to fit a gaiter to walking boots is an improvement but can be time consuming, fiddly and ultimately, water can stilll creep up from underneath. Select the item(s) you want to return and choose between exchanges or a return. You also have the option to return for store credit via a gift card. Crispi combined their real leather outing with a GORE-TEX style lining to create what they call “Dual Tech Lining”. It has an extreme resistance to abrasion and a high thermic insulation which adds to the boot’s durability.

This fall I spent 86 days across Alaska guiding in the Brooks Range mountains for Dall sheep and grizzly, the boggy Arctic flats for caribou, the rolling lichen-laiden hills of Western Alaska for moose and grizzly, and the timeless bear country of the Alaska Peninsula for brown bear. My entire season hinged on the performance of two pairs of Crispi boots: The Hunter GTX and The Guide GTX. You will also be charged a Disbursement fee by DHL which varies depending on your country but should be 10-15 Euros. If the item is rejected your item(s) will be returned to you along with a letter outlining the reason(s). AB10-37, AB36-38, AB55-56, FK17-21, IV1-39, IV52-54, IV63, KW1-14, PA21-40, PH19-26, PH30-41, PH49-50, HS1-9, IV40-51, IV55-56, KA27-28, KW15-17, PA20, PA41-49, PA60-78, PH42-44, ZE1-3. The Elastoflex midsole delivers a perfect weight to impact absorption ratio specific to hunting situations and use. For the Attiva Mid, the Elastoflex midsole as well as our board last build provides additional flex stability to give this boot a Flex2 rating. For ankle stability we've incorporated Crispi's proprietary Thermo Wire Technology (TWT) which is an innovative system to provide the upper with greater stability, ankle support and protection without added weight.This was my first experience with Crispi, and I must say that, overall, I was very satisfied with their performance. Both pairs performed equally well, but I found myself preferring the Hunter, mainly do to the extra 2” of upper, which translates into more water clearance, and most of all, more heel stability (this has always an issue for me). With the aforementioned being the only noticeable difference between the two models, I will otherwise review them as though they are the same boot.

The Mountain Extreme 400 and Hunter GTX are both leather-based products and even though both companies have worked hard at ensuring their boots are durable, you won’t be doing yourself any favors if you do not apply the care products provided. These Italian boots have been designed with precise foot wrapping fit across the whole surface for greater comfort when walking. They are one of the lighter boots in the Forest Light range from Crispi, weighing in at around 630g. With a good height of boot to provide ankle support and a durable outer material, these boots can take on most challenges. The Crispi Attiva Mid GTX boots are ideal for the light and fast hunter who wants to stay nimble, mobile and agile while keeping feet dry and protected during early season hunts. We've taken the benefits of the Attiva low and added additional stability, Gortex and a little extra Italian know-how to create the Attiva Mid. The ultra soft comfort of a leather/synthetic upper, Elastoflex midsole and Vibram sole are a combination that makes for a unique mix of fast and light with durability not often found in hunting specific boots within this category. The Summit from Crispi is an excellent boot for long walks on diverse terrains, from hilly or mid-mountain environments and plains.For the past 21 years, my feet have been laced up in hunting boots more than any other type of footwear. I’ve spent 90-180 days each year guiding hunters in Alaska, and guiding across the West for elk, mule deer, and bighorn sheep. I’ve also been fortunate to do a little hunting here and there of my own. While hunting gear has drastically improved since I started, finding the ultimate hunting boot has eluded me. Billy Molls holds a trophy Brooks Range ram that took 50 miles for his hunter to collect. Removable footbed: CRISPI® Air Mesh + Felt Active Carbons. Outstanding breathability and anti perspiration - anti-odour action. The CRISPI® 3D construction moves moisture away leaving the foot dry Immediately there is not much between the Kenetrek Mountain Extreme 400 and Crispi Hunter GTX, they are both clearly designed for heavy-duty mountain hiking and won’t look out of place in a hunting photo atop one of Alaska’s many peaks while the hunter sits next to his prized Dall sheep.