For bow hunters, she recommends an all-rubber knee boot with up to 1,200 grams of insulation. Because it doesn't carry human scent. The problem with Pac boots is that the hunter's feet often get wet from perspiration during the walk to the deer stand or while setting decoys, and sweaty feet quickly turn into cold feet during periods of inactivity. Some hunters wear light boots while walking, then change to the heavier boot when they get in their stand. Dutton says a better solution is to carry an extra pair of socks and liners, allowing your feet to cool down and dry off before changing.
Good socks go a long way towards keeping hunters comfortable in the deer stand on chilly days.
Once upon a time all hunting boots were pretty much the same. Because of all the technological advancements of recent years, today's sportsman has a lot of options to worry about when shopping for footwear. The good news is that thanks to all that technology, one thing we don't have to worry about is cold, wet feet. Kris' Kitchen . Outdoor Secrets .