Are these the best hunting boots for NZ? Lowa vs Crispi

[@stealthy919]

My Lowa Tibets have not lived up to my expectations after 20 odd trips. Not the most comfortable boot in my opinion

[@paulwalsh2134]

I have had my zamberlans for 5 years they stil as good the day I brought them if u have herd they falling apart early on maybe left at the back door and dog has chewed them

[@tobyskilton8920]

For someone looking to get into hunting for the first time these are both pretty pricey. Any good cheaper options?

[@bevanbolger7284]

Tough question as my main recommendation for anyone is to buy the best boots your budget can afford. That way your feet are comfortable, dry and the boot lasts longer. A cheaper set may last 1/2 as long as a more expensive set of good boots so you end up spending the same in the long run.. And then it comes back to the use case as well. If someone was still looking at going cheaper then maybe start doing some research in the area of scarpa boots.

[@michaellong1169]

Depending on where you hunt consider temp and moisture. In wet colder areas always go for a rubber insulated. Not sure where you are but for warmer/dryer climates I wear a Blundstone/Chelsea type boot. Military surplus boots are great also and some have Gore-tex for less than US$100.

[@hardantlerhunting9691]

Mate, if you get yourself a pair of Crispi GTX or Hunters and compare them to the tibets (apple for apple) you'll be a Crispi man forever.

[@bevanbolger7284]

As I said in the video I could easily swap between the two. If the lowa don't last then I'll definitely be heading back to the crispi's 👍

[@azamyahmad]

Great Info Sir .. appreciate your beautiful sharing .. Merci beaucoup

[@paulwalsh2134]

Zamberlans alday

[@bevanbolger7284]

Haha and so it begins! Heard mixed reviews on them falling apart early doors too..

[@tlc_pest_control_nz]

Having used both Lowa and the Zamberlans, the Zamberlans are far more comfy and the Lowa just can't even compete as far as Durability. Talking with suppliers I've been told Lowa are terrible with honoring warranty issues.

[@bevanbolger7284]

@@tlc_pest_control_nz cheers for the Reply. Personally haven't tried zamberlans but sound like they could be a look in the future 👍

[@rostyslavkozhushko5841]

AKU the way to go

[@elpistoleroelmbatito6084]

Diotto crispi top

[@dtom420]

By any metric, Crispi boots are 3X better constructed than any Lowa Boot. The 2 boots you compared are built for totally different purposes and comparing them is ridiculous. Coming to a ‘this “brand” is better than the other from such a comparison is equally ridiculous. The fact you don’t know why the Crispi’s are more waterproof shoes that you haven’t read any literature, watched any videos or done ANY research on the construction of these boots. So, how in the world is someone to take your analysis seriously?? FWIW - Crispi and some of the other SERIOUS mountaineering boot manufacturers use a seamless gore-Tex bootie that’s inserted into the boot and glued in place without a single stitch puncturing the membrane. LOWA uses the typical method found in cheaper hiking boots- they use a piece of goretex that only drapes over the top of the foot and is then glued and sewn to the sole. THAT is a weak point where leaks INEVITABLY occur. Spend a little time looking into Crispi boot construction. Look, I’m not saying Crispi is the best for all scenarios, although they make my go-to boots for most mountain hunting; but compared to Lowa I don’t see how Lowa could come out on top. Crispi is one of the brands to buy for 10-20 years and have re-soled as needed. I’m a full time, year round professional hunting guide. I’ve been fortunate to have hunted all over the world over the past 35 years. Given that, I have tried MANY boots and have, personally, settled on Crispi to keep my feet healthy and happy in extreme places.

[@bevanbolger7284]

You'll notice I do mention that they are totally differnt boots on about 3 occasions. Anyway thanks for your input sounds look you know your stuff 👍