Muck Boot Company - Girls With Guns Arctic Hunter Boot

By Andrea Haas

It's a new season, and with that, comes new hunting products & apparel for me to test and review for our followers!  This dove season I tried the new Girls With Guns Arctic Hunter Boots by Muck Boot Company. I have always been a big fan of Muck Boots and was excited to put these boots to the test. Below are my results.

Performance In The Field

-WATERPROOF-

Early morning hunts usually involve a lot of dewy grass that can soak through your boots and pants in no time. The Arctic Hunter boots are 100% waterproof and kept my feet nice and dry on dewy mornings and when crossing creeks.

-TRACTION-

The Arctic Hunter Boots have a "slip-resistant rugged outsole", which performed great on our rugged terrain. If you read my previous Muck Boots product review, you've probably learned by now that I am not a very graceful person, so I need all the help I can get in this department, especially with as many flat shelf rocks we have here in the Ozark Mountains. 
 

-COMFORT-

They fit great and were easy to move in. They were extremely comfortable and the insoles were nice and soft, which would make them a great option for spot and stalk hunting. In fact, I think the insoles and comfort level were my favorite feature on these boots and what will probably make them my new favorite pair of Muck's.

-TEMPERATURE REGULATION-

The Arctic Hunter boots have a lining of Neoprene and fleece to keep your feet warm during cold hunts. Their insulation package is rated to -40 degrees. I found they were very warm and I have no doubt they will be my go-to boots this fall and winter once the temperature really starts to drop.

Features 

• 5mm CR Flex-Foam

• Warm Fleece Lining

• Extended Rubber Exterior

• Comfort Insole

• Slip-Resistant Rugged Outsole
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• Mossy Oak Break-Up Country camo pattern

Sizing & Fit

In my every day shoes I normally wear a 6.5 to 7. In my other Muck Boots I have always worn a 7 and that is what I ordered in the Girls With Guns Arctic boots. They fit great, are easy to move in, and the insole was very comfortable and wasn't too tight on my feet, even with thicker socks on.

They are available in women's sizes 5 to 11.

Price and Options

You have the option to order a Tall boot for $184.99 or the Mid boot for $174.99. I ordered the Tall.

 

I was very happy with how well these boots performed for me this dove season. They were comfortable, easy to move in, and had great traction control. They are engineered for warmth, with a temperature rating of -40, which will be great for hunting this winter. I highly recommend the Arctic Hunter Boots to any serious female hunter looking to extend her time in the field this season.

For more information, head to www.MuckBootCompany.com 

Women's Cold Front Boot by Noble Outfitters - Product Review

By Andrea Haas

The brand Noble Outfitters is known for making men and women's gear and apparel for equestrians and outdoor enthusiasts. I discovered this brand last year at our local farm and home store, Hirsch Feed and Farm Supply, and purchased one of their women's quilted vests. The quality and design of the vest had me interested in trying more from their line. I was also in the market for a new pair of hunting boots and the timing could not have been more perfect since they just came out with their new line of MUDS waterproof boots, the Women's Cold Front Boot.

When I got the boots in and tried them on, what stood out to me the most was the insole. They were incredibly comfortable and soft on the inside and it almost feels like a gel insole. The contoured foam interior of the boots provided a secure fit, which is needed to keep your feet warm when hunting in cold weather, but was not overly tight. 

Here are some of the features listed on the Noble Outfitters Website:

Features & Technology

• 100% waterproof construction for optimum protection
• Realtree Xtra® camo print
• Shock-absorbing, anti-microbial insole to fights odors
• Contoured foam interior provides custom and secure fit
• 5mm insulating neoprene
• Fleece lining
• Ultra breathable and moisture wicking for comfort on hot days
• Anti-slip non-marking outsole
• Ozone resistant industrial grade rubber for durability

Sizing & Fit

In my every day shoes, I normally wear a 6.5 to 7. As far as hunting boots go I normally wear a 7. In the MUDS I ordered a 6.5 and they fit perfectly, but keep in mind that I wear a very thin sock while hunting. If you prefer to wear thicker socks, I would recommend going up a half to a whole size larger. 

More sizing features include: 

• 14 ½" height
• Removable shock-absorbing, anti-microbial insole
• Sole breaks in for a custom fit to your foot

In The Field

The MUDS boots are 100% waterproof and kept me dry while hunting and checking trail cameras. I have a trail camera set up in the middle of our pond (only a foot or 2 deep) and wade out into it with no issues in these boots.  

They kept my feet warm and dry in temperatures in the teens and were also comfortable in temps near 80, thanks to their moisture wicking abilities. These will be my go-to boot this turkey season and every deer season from now on.

I highly recommend these boots to any serious female deer and/or turkey hunter. They are the most comfortable pair of hunting boots that I have tried in the 10 years that I have been hunting and seemed to keep my feet warmer than any other hunting boot. I have struggled for years to keep my toes warm during late season whitetail hunts but these worked extremely well for me, paired with a thin pair of socks and Toasti-Toes when the temperature really dropped. 

They are priced at $119.95

Fore more info on these boots go to www.NobleOutfitters.com