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

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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Review: Danner Incursion 8-inch Coyote Hot for comfortable hiking and military use

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I like using gear that has been field tested and issued by the United States Military. The Danner Incursions meet Army standards, and may be the best desert hiking boot for us civilians. Here’s why.

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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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Shoes or boots – what is the best choice for hiking?

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Should I wear hiking or tactical boots when hiking? Or what? What is the best choice for what I do?
Here is how to decide.

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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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Review: Garmont® 9.81 Track GTX may be good choice for rugged trails

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One thing you don’t want to scrimp on are your hiking boots. These Garmont® 9.81 Track GTX may be what you are looking for in a trail runner or light hiking shoe.

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Best water shoe review: Merrell Capra

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Here’s a solid shoe designed for the canoeist, kayaker or anyone who does a lot of water activities, and who might need to portage.

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