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Post by plunc on Jan 12, 2014 20:03:31 GMT -6
Time for new wading boots this year, and like the concept of the Korkers with the snap-in sole. Very tired of having to replace the felt on otherwise decent boots, and not really trusting of rubber soles for my uses. Like the idea of being able to snap in a 30$ replacement sole vs buying 15$ replacement felt, and trusting myself to get a good bond/fit to the boot.
After reading a slough of online reviews(admittedly not a great way to make conclusions) most are glowing endorsements, but I see a notable amount of folks having issues with the soles falling off the boots, particularly in sand/mud conditions. What a drag that would be when a few miles away from the car.
So, if you have owned korkers(and actually used them a fair amount), is this a valid concern?
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Post by BFA on Jan 12, 2014 20:30:28 GMT -6
Until you have actually snapped in a set of soles on a pair of korkers, believing those stories could be easy. Once you've done it though, you'll have a hard time buying into that one.
The only way it's possible is if the soles weren't snapped in properly. Other than that...I just don't see it happening
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Post by heysambennett on Jan 13, 2014 0:15:24 GMT -6
I've had mine for about two years now and haven't had any issues. You may have to rinse them off to get the sand and dirt out of the snap-ins on the soles. Long as they're snapped in they're solid.
-SB
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Post by Mike on Jan 13, 2014 0:41:10 GMT -6
Gen 1.0 Korkers replacement soles were very difficult to pop in and out.
Gen 2.0 Korkers replacement soles were very easy to pop in and out.
I own a pair of Korkers Chrome boots. Soles pop in and off easy but anything caught between the sole and the bottom of the shoe will cause a foul fit. I have never had any issues with mine but I did not buy them just for the sole system. I love the boa lacing system.
If you talk to guides they will give it a negative review.
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Post by TheWoz on Jan 13, 2014 7:47:10 GMT -6
I love my chromes! I use the felt in the smokys where the water is always fast and the rocks are slick. I have never had a problem with the soles. It's so nice to get in and out of boots quickly with the whole boa system!
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Post by Dan on Jan 13, 2014 8:30:24 GMT -6
Yup. Best wading boot I've ever owned! Thanks Nick!!  |
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Post by Mike on Jan 13, 2014 9:17:00 GMT -6
I love my chromes! I use the felt in the smokys where the water is always fast and the rocks are slick. I have never had a problem with the soles. It's so nice to get in and out of boots quickly with the whole boa system! I do not think I could ever own a pair of wading boots without the boa lacing system. The ease of slipping the boot on and off. |
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Post by BFA on Jan 13, 2014 9:27:03 GMT -6
Yup. Best wading boot I've ever owned! Thanks Nick!! You bet!! |
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Post by Mike on Jan 15, 2014 10:51:59 GMT -6
The new Simms boots look very interesting, I generally do not have an issue with rubber vs. felt sole boots(probably because I wade cautiously). The idea and design behind it intrigues me.
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Post by JustinCarf on Jan 15, 2014 11:11:14 GMT -6
I a big fan of studs - The ones you screw into the bottom of a rubber sole. They grip rocks very well, and they work as a cleat when trying to climb a steep bank. They also, help when hiking. I've never used felt, but I hear it can be a pain in the but with traction on land.
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