Korkers Guide Boots

For a couple years now I've wanted to try a pair of Korkers wading boots since the ability to switch out soles seemed like a very thought forward idea, especially for those of us that routinely mix a few miles into backcountry water as part of the day away.

When the opportunity to get a pair of Guide Wading Boots from Korkers came my way I asked if I could get a couple different soles as well to not only give the boots a through testing but also form an opinion of felt vs. rubber vs. rubber studded.  Korkers also sent along a set of mossy rock lug soles with wicked spikes that I may even be able to climb trees with...if I cared to try.

I haven't worn felt for over ten years so this will be interesting to see if I've been missing something since I moved to the various rubber sole options.  

First opinion out of the box is the Guide Wading Boots look great and feel very solidly constructed.  The boots are lightweight and offer great ankle support.  Above all of that the Boa Lacing System is impressive and works with ease.  The heavy duty plastic turn dial wheels the metal cord laces tight.  With a simple pull on the dial the tension on the laces is released and your feet are out of the boots in an instant.

So...look for a series of reviews as I punish these boots on waters in the southeast and to the west this summer and fall.  Also, Korkers is linking up with T.F.M. to give away a free pair of wading boots next month so look out for that as well.