wahoowad
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5 years ago I bought a pair of Danner Jackal II boots that met my requirements:
[*]light weight[*]waterproof[*]breathable[*]uninsulated[/list]
The boot construction has lasted 5 years except the waterproof part probably gave up after 2 years max. They otherwise fit me great and remain good wearing boots for my summer varmint hunting. But I'm ready for a new boot of the same style/requirements where the waterproofing lasts. I wear them maybe once or twice a week between mid-spring and mid-fall, so maybe 20 to 30 trips of a couple hours stalking/hiking.
I'm also curious of people's opinions/experiences if any boot waterproofing should be expected to last more than a couple years anyway. Is 2 years the norm? 5 years? I've never had anything waterproof (Gotetex, other materials) last very long
so just trying to determine if these Jackals have underperformed or done Ok. I'm interested in another brand if their waterpoofing lasts longer or if they at least warranty it more than a year.
Thanks
[*]light weight[*]waterproof[*]breathable[*]uninsulated[/list]
The boot construction has lasted 5 years except the waterproof part probably gave up after 2 years max. They otherwise fit me great and remain good wearing boots for my summer varmint hunting. But I'm ready for a new boot of the same style/requirements where the waterproofing lasts. I wear them maybe once or twice a week between mid-spring and mid-fall, so maybe 20 to 30 trips of a couple hours stalking/hiking.
I'm also curious of people's opinions/experiences if any boot waterproofing should be expected to last more than a couple years anyway. Is 2 years the norm? 5 years? I've never had anything waterproof (Gotetex, other materials) last very long
so just trying to determine if these Jackals have underperformed or done Ok. I'm interested in another brand if their waterpoofing lasts longer or if they at least warranty it more than a year.
Thanks