question about wading boots

[bloocrab]

How are the llbean studded boots??....Meaning, does the stud(z) stick out long enough to serve it's purpose? On the online pictures, it doesn't look like they stick out very far....???....I know you don't want them out TOO far, but if they're just there for cosmetics, it defeats the purpose and can actually make the boot slipperier (if thats a word)........

I have A cousin looking for a pair of pre-studded and you can't go wrong with the Bean return policy.

Thanks -

[numbskull]

I have Simms studded felt sole boots. with Simms you get the next size up from your shoe size. The studded felt only lasted a year, but I do a lot of walking all on rock. They suck on sand. If you want good bootfoot waders, Simms will put any size Muck boot you want on any model of their waders for an extra $100 (which ultimately is less than buying wading boots).

[plankton]

I looked at the Beans boots and they are nice, a variation of one of their hiking boots, probably why you have to go up a size or two. I ended up getting the non-studded Cabelas boots because sometimes I don't want a studded sole and sometimes I do. I use the Hodgman studded sandals and they work great, more flexible than Korkers so they don't shed their cleats as easily. So for about the same price as the Beans wading boots, I get a setup that I feel is more versatile, plus when the cleats on the Beans boots wear out I believe you have to replace the entire sole of the boot, on the Hodgman sandals you can just replace individual cleats. I do use the Beans breathable waders and after a full season of use I have no complaints.

[Nebe]

Originally Posted by bloocrab

How are the llbean studded boots??....Meaning, does the stud(z) stick out long enough to serve it's purpose? On the online pictures, it doesn't look like they stick out very far....???....I know you don't want them out TOO far, but if they're just there for cosmetics, it defeats the purpose and can actually make the boot slipperier (if thats a word)........

I have A cousin looking for a pair of pre-studded and you can't go wrong with the Bean return policy.

Thanks -

friggin awesome. except on bubble weed. If you take bubble weed out of the equation, they are much safer than korkers because they will bend and conform to the shape of the rocks your standing on.

[Steve K]

Originally Posted by bloocrab

How are the llbean studded boots??....Meaning, does the stud(z) stick out long enough to serve it's purpose? On the online pictures, it doesn't look like they stick out very far....???....I know you don't want them out TOO far, but if they're just there for cosmetics, it defeats the purpose and can actually make the boot slipperier (if thats a word)........

I have A cousin looking for a pair of pre-studded and you can't go wrong with the Bean return policy.

Thanks -

I hate mine. The front of the boot started coming apart immediately and the studs do not compare to korkers or to my all time favorite studded sole - Orvis Silver Label bootfoot waders. I would not buy them again. I had to go up 2 sizes also.

[pmueller]

Just switched to stockingfoot also. Although I've used them only once, I sorta liike the idea behind the Korker boots. Basically, the boot bottom changes out, its an insert. There are all types of inserts. One is a Korker/studd style, another is felt sole, another is boat shoe, and another is a hiking sole.. Although it sounds like a great idea, I am concernced alittle about the inserts breaking down.
Picked them up in my area at North Cove Outfitters in Old Saybrook.
The shoes themselves feel more stable, walking over rocks should be better than a regular boot.

[Rockport24]

those seem like a very good idea, but it should be for $130. although if they last, it's worth the price.
I just picked up the $60 pair at Cabelas so I'll let you guys know how they work out. I like the regular sandal-style korkers, I do the stainless steel screw thing to replace the spikes and it's worked out well for me.

[likwid]

Originally Posted by pmueller

Although it sounds like a great idea, I am concernced alittle about the inserts breaking down.

I've been testing the Streamborn boots for about 2 months now.
I've been beating the living hell out of the hiking, felt, and studded felt soles and they're definitely solid.
I had one slight issue but it was resolved by Korkers very very quickly.

Studded felt is thee sole for the ditch.

BOA is redesigning the reel system (both for ski/snowboard and these) to be more resistant to sand/ice.
I've had issues with both the Guide Boots and a pair of high end snowboard boots that would seize up the reel system.
I'll switch to them on the redesign.

[5 String Bass]

I picked up a pair of korkers cross currents and got the studded inserts for them. I've only used them a couple times so far, but they are GREAT. If they hold up long term, I'll be really happy with that purchase.