JMess Posted November 2, 2009 Report Share Posted November 2, 2009 I'm new to hunting and only have access to one property so far. However, this property is heavily wooded, has very little vehicle access and is steeeeeeeeep. The conditions under foot vary from loose rocky ground to slippery grassed slopes and everything in between. I have so far been putting on my retired tennis shoes (New Balance) for armed hiking on this property and have already put a gouge in my beautiful wooden stock on the brand new CZ452 classic on one of my many slips and tumbles. I have also found that my feet ache like hell, particularly when contouring slopes and climbing down steep slopes (placing feet sideways on slope for more stability and grip). I also have slightly weak ankles from years of soccer and tennis. So, I definitely need a decent pair of boots. I like how the Meindls read, particularly the MFS fitting system. There is a pair of the desert fox boots for sale "unworn" in what sounds like my size locally for about half the new price. I've googled extensively but haven't really been able to find much info on this boot. I am not too fussed about warmth (I don't mind the cold and can get warm socks if need be). I want grip, comfort and support, as well as durability. I want to get a boot that is suitable for the terrrain I'm hunting in (Tinderry foothills in SE NSW). Anyone with knowledge of this particular model? I've seen that many swear by the Cabelas Irish Setter boots. I'm pretty wary about buying something I can't try on. What is the durability, fit and comfort like for these? Cheers James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
len Posted November 2, 2009 Report Share Posted November 2, 2009 Meindl Boots are a quailty made boot that you shouldn't have any problems with - they are a very good boot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smellydogger Posted November 2, 2009 Report Share Posted November 2, 2009 Meindl Boots are a quailty made boot that you shouldn't have any problems with - they are a very good boot I wear meindl silent stalkers .. and luv them !!! quailty plus !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smellydogger Posted November 2, 2009 Report Share Posted November 2, 2009 Meindl Boots are a quailty made boot that you shouldn't have any problems with - they are a very good boot I wear meindl silent stalkers .. and luv them !!! quailty plus !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
len Posted November 2, 2009 Report Share Posted November 2, 2009 There you go two very happy customers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMess Posted November 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2009 Thanks for the replies. I went and had a look and they're a perfect fit. So, I'm now the proud owner of a pair of never worn (tags still attached) Meindl Desert Fox boots for $200. Pretty happy with that! Now, I've just got to find a shop that can sell me a Badlands Super Day pack for a reasonable price ($240-$260) and can get it to me in Canberra in time for the weekend (got a two night trip planned). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
len Posted November 3, 2009 Report Share Posted November 3, 2009 Congratulations you have just bought yourself a pair of top quality boots Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest balistictip Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 (edited) Yes i am a convert as well the best money i ever spent Torup MFS about $500 Edited November 10, 2009 by balistictip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
len Posted November 9, 2009 Report Share Posted November 9, 2009 Can you post a pic of the tread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest balistictip Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 Can you post a pic of the tread Yep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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