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Kenetrek waterproofness?
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<blockquote data-quote="bearcat2" data-source="post: 2023457" data-attributes="member: 18832"><p>Trying to find me a new pair of uninsulated boots. I am tired of always having wet feet, and seems like every boot I try anymore leaks within a few months if not when new. I have narrow feet and high arches (one bad arch now from packing too many 125-150# packs out). Seems like most of the boots nowadays, and practically all made in China boots are too wide. I remember when I was younger I would just get standard width boots and they fit fine, I'm pretty sure my feet haven't gotten narrower, but most boots are wide and sloppy on me now, which really sucks on sidehills. I like a tall boot with a lot of ankle support.</p><p>Anyways I've tried on the Kennetreks and they are one of the most comfortable pair of boots I've ever tried, and the arch feels awesome. But the one outfitter I work for tried two pairs of them, the first pair one boot leaked badly, took them back and got a replacement pair and on those both boots leaked. I know they have pretty good reviews, but was specifically looking for others experience with their waterproofness. Was it just one guys bad luck, or have others had waterproof issues with them?</p><p> Or a comparable brand of boots they thought were better. I've tried Crispi's, would recommend them to anyone who doesn't have much for arches. very well made boot, but NO arch support, even with custom arch supports in them, as soon as I put weight on my back they kill my right foot. They are waterproof though and a nice narrow boot (they make wider sizes) that if it wasn't for the sole and arch support would fit great. Also been looking at Lowas but haven't got a pair to try on yet and most of their lineup are shorter boots. In fact their Tall models don't actually state how tall they are, but none look to be over 10" (my minimum prefered height)</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="bearcat2, post: 2023457, member: 18832"] Trying to find me a new pair of uninsulated boots. I am tired of always having wet feet, and seems like every boot I try anymore leaks within a few months if not when new. I have narrow feet and high arches (one bad arch now from packing too many 125-150# packs out). Seems like most of the boots nowadays, and practically all made in China boots are too wide. I remember when I was younger I would just get standard width boots and they fit fine, I'm pretty sure my feet haven't gotten narrower, but most boots are wide and sloppy on me now, which really sucks on sidehills. I like a tall boot with a lot of ankle support. Anyways I've tried on the Kennetreks and they are one of the most comfortable pair of boots I've ever tried, and the arch feels awesome. But the one outfitter I work for tried two pairs of them, the first pair one boot leaked badly, took them back and got a replacement pair and on those both boots leaked. I know they have pretty good reviews, but was specifically looking for others experience with their waterproofness. Was it just one guys bad luck, or have others had waterproof issues with them? Or a comparable brand of boots they thought were better. I've tried Crispi's, would recommend them to anyone who doesn't have much for arches. very well made boot, but NO arch support, even with custom arch supports in them, as soon as I put weight on my back they kill my right foot. They are waterproof though and a nice narrow boot (they make wider sizes) that if it wasn't for the sole and arch support would fit great. Also been looking at Lowas but haven't got a pair to try on yet and most of their lineup are shorter boots. In fact their Tall models don't actually state how tall they are, but none look to be over 10" (my minimum prefered height) [/QUOTE]
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