I'm gonna need some good everyday boots. Probably like the hiking type.

I checked them out. I think we might have a winner. The best thing about them is they come in D and EE wide. And the look nice too. Thanks. The closest Cabela's to me is in PA, but I will be driving across when I move and I'm sure I can find one somewhere. :thumbup:
 
I've owned and been disappointed in nearly every brand you can buy at bass pro, or gander mountain, or REI. No matter how much the cost the soles come unglued, the threads start to fray, and worst of all the super duper water proof gortex membrane last for a whole month. Merrel, danner, north face, vasque , and oboz all left me sad, mad, and out 100 plus bucks. The only brand that can satisfy my boot snob requirements is Keen, and specifically their Targhee series. Admittedly, they are the ugliest boots in the store. Their wide, square toed and quite frankly look stupid. But put them on and close your eyes and and let your feet judge what your eyes can't. They won't last forever, they can't be resoled, but for the last 8 months mine have been worn everyday and are still cushiony, solid, and waterproof.
 
Dunham makes a good boot - and they come in sizes up to 6E.
Wolverine extra-wide is good.
Chippewa wides, too.
Redwing has come out with a "king" toe box that is less tapered/more square than their regular boots - this makes a big difference in fit & comfort, but I don't own a pair to tell you how long the comfort lasts.
 
Keen Oregon Pct. Have abused these the last two years elk hunting, hiking, walking, scrambling . . . A good comfy boot. :thumbup:

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harleyguy02 said:
If you have a cabelas close by you?? Then you can go try on a few pairs..

Otherwise, Cabelas has a liberal return policy till you get it right.

I got hooked on Meindels on my first trip to Alaska. My guide was wearing them ( all he wears) he puts on more miles in rugged country in 4 months than I put on in 10 yrs. Since then , I have accumlated 4-5 pairs and they all fit like gloves . I wear the Meindel hiking boots on my motorcycle and after a long day at Sturgis I could sleep in them. They are tough, comfortable, and
Last forever!!

You can thank me someday :)
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I have decided on the Meindl light hiking boot from Cabelas. Can you or anyone tell me if they run big/small wide/narrow normal. I am going to buy them online and pick them up at the store on my way through West Virginia in a couple of weeks. I think I need the EE but at least a D width because of my nerve problem with my left foot. Also, I am either 11 1/2 or 12. I want to make sure I can pick up the right size. Thanks, again for all the recommendations folks. -DT
 
Mine fit true to size, They are very stiff( good thing) and supportive. I would try your natural size to start, or buy 2 pairs and return one right at the store after you try them on... Cabelas has a very liberal return policy.. The extra width I cannot help you with.. If your CC can swing it.. I would get 2 pairs..

Good luck... if you find the right size your going to love these boots
 
Good info. Thanks. I will order up a couple of pair and try them on when I get to the store in WV. The one review on Cabelas' site said they required a break-in period so I assumed the would be stiff. Also I got a $20 off coupon from Cabelas in the mail just last week. I think it is an omen. I can hardly wait to get my feet into these. Thank you for the recommendation. :thumbup:
 
I love my 5.11 Tactical Trainers (Mid). They perhaps aren't the best looking shoes around, but they are super lightweight, well-lugged, supportive waterproof, and breathable. They don't seem to show any signs of wear, either. I also have pretty wide feet, and the "Wide" size fits perfectly. Length-wise, they run true. I bought mine from LAPG a while back, and got free shipping, free return shipping, and a bunch of stuff with them too.

I compared them with the classic "Bean Boots" from LL Bean, and while those looked sharp, the 5.11s were far more comfortable. I've heard the insole tends to bottom out quickly, but I haven't noticed that. They also come with sausage laces, so they stay tied.
 
seedsacker said:
danner left me sad, mad, and out 100 plus bucks.
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I have a VERY hard time believing this. I know a guy who has a pair of Danners, worn em everyday for 20 years, had em resoled twice, and the things are still waterproof WITHOUT goretex.Danners have been the absolute BEST boot I have ever had the pleasure of slipping my feet into. In your defense (cuz im a nice guy) all of the Danners I've come in contact wth have had Goodyear stitched welts and have been American made, maybe that's the problem.
 
I have semi wide feet and LOVE my Keens, just ordered my first pair of their hiking boots. Have a few pair of sandals and hiking shoes already.
 
dttomcat said:
I need a good pair of boots. My problem is that I have wide feet and I have a Morton's Neuroma in my left foot so I need wide. I would by myself some Merrills but they don't make wide. I have had good luck with the Neuroma with wide shoes and some Superfeet over the counter orthotics. Who makes a decent easy to find boot in WIDE? I have a pair of Danner hunting boots that fit reasonably well but give me fits if I wear them too long. Redwings are a little pricey and I would like to keep it under about $200. Thanks.
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what about red wing boots??
 
Garmont. There's one pair of boots I remember purchasing and feeling as though I got exactly what I wanted and more from them-they were Converse's tacticool desert assault boots. They costed 60 dollars and I wore them for three years straight as my sole pair of shoes. The only other pair I've felt the same about have been Garmonts. I have double wide feet and flat arches, so the unsupported flat soled Borns feel fantastic. Unfortunately they have the lifespan of a survival candle-the soles wear down to wool sock in a matter of weeks.
 
I eneded up with a pair of Cabela's Meindl Perfekt Hikers. size 12 D width. So far they have not irritated the neuroma. If they do I will send them back and get EE instead. Very solid boot made in Germany and a bit stiff so they will require some break in. All in all I am satisfied so far.
 
Iv'e had great success with Wolverine's and Danner. I also have somewhat wide feet.
 
I know you said $200 is about your limit, but if you are thinking longevity and can possibly come up with the cash you won't be disappointed with a pair of Hoffman's, they have different styles, USA made,top cabin quality -right up there with White's and Wesco in my opinion, don't ever skimp on your footwear!
 
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