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Hiking and survival boot and shoe reviews by outdoors adventurer, Leon Pantenburg.

Best everyday or bug out boots? We review the Timberland® Earthkeepers

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The best endorsement of a product is to use it continually and take its reliability for granted. These Timberland® Earthkeeper boots fit that description and they have been through the ringer.

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Update: Muck Boots® Chore Cool knee highs – Coolest rubber boots around

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Good outdoor gear is an investment. Inadequate outdoor gear is a waste of money and could be potentially dangerous. These Muck Boots® are a great investment for anybody who needs footwear for damp, wet environments.

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Review update: Danner®  Incursions – Best hot weather hiking boot?

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Use in the field and sustained wear is really the only way to evaluate footwear. I’ve been wearing these Danner® Incursions for well over a year, mostly in hot, desert environments. Here is what I found.

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How to enjoy hiking in the rain

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It sounds counter-intuitive, but hiking in the rain can be fun. Here’s how you can learn to love it. Or at least not dislike it. Too much. Regardless, rain happens. Here is how to make the best of the situation.

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Review: Danner Pronghorns, classic boots with modern materials

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Your boots can make or break your hunting trip. These classic Danner boots, proven in the field for almost two decades, might be what you are looking for.

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Hillsound Trail Crampons can be used successfully in urban setting as well as in the mountains.

Hillsound Trail Crampons | Try these so you won’t fall on icy surfaces

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More of us will shovel driveways and sidewalks than traverse glaciers and Himalayan trails. These crampons can help you do both safely.

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Five quick tips to break in new boots or shoes

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What is the quickest, most effective way to break in new shoes or boots? Here are some tips.

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Best hot weather hunting/hiking boots? We review the Danner Fullbore Coyote Hot

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Warm boots in cold weather are wonderful. But what about backpacking, hiking, hunting or trekking in the heat? Have you been putting up with really hot boots in really hot weather? You might need to take a look at these Danner hot weather boots.

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Review: XpressCool™ Muck Boots are cool and waterproof

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Spend much time on a farm, hunting or working outside and you will appreciate any boots that can keep your feet dry. Keeping them cool is another matter. Can you have both?

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My footwear: flip-flops, running shoes, Merrill walking shoes, Danner day hikers, Cabellas Outfitters and Sorel snow boots. One of these pairs of shoes will take care of my needs.

How to pick the best pair of hunting/hiking boots

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Don’t compromise on price or quality of hiking boots. Sore, wet, cold feet can ruin an outing. Worse, inadequate footwear could create a survival situation. Here is how to pick the right boots.

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