6mm06
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Just thought I would pass on some information I recently learned when talking with two of the top names in snake boots, Lacrosse and Chippewa. I have been searching for a good pair of boots and had narrowed it down to those two. As it turned out, it was a no-brainer.
The Chippewa representative told me their boots are "snake bite proof" (their words) for any American snake. As well, there are YouTube videos showing Chippewa boots being tested in a rattlesnake pit. Worth watching.
The Lacrosse representative informed me that there is no standard in the snake boot industry, and they consider their boots as "snake resistant". I asked how their boots are tested, which took over a week to get an answer, but at least they did call back. The rep phoned me stating they tested their boots with blacksnakes. Yep, that's right, blacksnakes. I personally consider that a joke.
Last week I ordered the Chippewa boots from Cabela's and got them today. They are fine looking boots, and comfortable so far, though I have only worn them in the house and not outdoors.
Just thought anyone who might be considering snake boots take into consideration what you might be purchasing. While some boots "may" repel a snake, it would do no good to spend a lot of money, only to have a venomous snake penetrate it. I'm not concerned about blacksnakes, but those with fangs are a different story.
Hopefully the industry will eventually come up with a better standard for their boots and put them through rigorous testing before they shove them out to the public.
Here's the Chippewa test with rattlesnakes: