boots and gear for lion in colorado

[duke7581]

What style boots would you reccomend for lion and bobcat hunting in colorado the first week of December? Also what other gear is reccomened? thanks Jim

[FullCryHounds]

Jim, it shouldn't be too cold by then so a waterproof comfortable boot with around 600 gr. insulation would be my choice. Also gators are important to help keep the pants dry and snow out of your boots. We've had three snowfalls so far which is ahead of usual so there will be some deeper snow on the north faces. Here's an article that may help you with some questions and gear choices:

http://trophyroom.com/blogs/the-seven-d ... ith-hounds

Good luck on your hunt.

[super white hunter]

depends on where in colorado, I would say nice hiking boots that will be good for high and low and a pair of gators if you get into the snow. Hard to predict the conditions here. You just never know

[jube baker]

Muck boots if there is snow on the ground.

[duke7581]

Thanks for info I was told to leave my mucks at home not enough support just wear lace ups with good gaiters or chaps. Thanks again and any other gear let me know thanks.

[rfeen]

Kenatrek boots are the best boots i have ever owned i have had danners and other expensive boots and they only last me one lion season these boots are so warm and your can hike on anything they also make very nice gators

[duke7581]

Are kenetracs really worth that kinda money I thought 230 was a lot for my gore tex red wings? What other gear do u all use on a typical day chasing lions? Thanks jim

[FullCryHounds]

I will second the Kenetrek Boots. They are very comfortable and I'm going on my third season with them.

[a lovato]

flip flops AKA as thongs you can shake the snow off your toes real easy by kicking and spreading your toes at the same time lol i wear elk trackers by irish setter 200 grain in new mexico and in dirt conditions i wear prong horns by danner

[duke7581]

Just saw the new local outdoor store carries kentrac and always like to support local so which boot are you guys talking about. Need something to keep feet warm but isnt gonna be to hot walking after the hounds or riding in truck looking for tracks. thanks Jim

[Pagosa]

I like either the Kennitec or Schnees Pack boot for late season hunting.

[B-N-Trees]

Are kenetracs really worth that kinda money I thought 230 was a lot for my gore tex red wings? What other gear do u all use on a typical day chasing lions? Thanks jim

A good boot is worth every penny. Without good ones you will wish you stayed back at the truck. Also good to have wind stopping hat and jacket and even a scarf. If the wind picks up it can be quite miserable and wind with an already cold day can be just bitter. Never underestimate winter weather. You may start out in just a long sleeve shirt but by the end of the day or in a few hours you will be wearing every layer you brought

[JayF]

headed to colorado on the 25th & gona try to run a cat. i called the local warden & he said there was snow cover in the area. we are excided last year it was dry both times out.