• Get 30% off the first 3 months with code HIDE30

    Offer valid until 9/23! If you have an annual subscription on Sniper's Hide, subscribe below and you'll be refunded the difference.

    Subscribe

  • Having trouble using the site?

    Contact support

UPDATE!!! Meindl boots any good?

T

tlsmith22

Sergeant
Supporter
Full Member
Minuteman
Nov 9, 2008
1,420
763
53
ALABAMA
#1
Looking for a new pair of hunting boots. I am looking at the Perfekt and also the alaska hunters. Anyone tried any? Do they run true in size? Cant really find alot of info for a pretty pricey boot. Thanks guys

I just found an older thread that was talking about Meindl, seems like they are pretty popular. If anyone has a pair and also has a pair of Danner Acadias, how do they compare in size? I wear a 12D in my Acadias and they are snug, could have gone with a 12.5. I really like the looks of the alaska hunter the best too.
 
#6
Re: Meindl boots any good?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: tlsmith22</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looking for a new pair of hunting boots. I am looking at the Perfekt and also the alaska hunters. Anyone tried any? Do they run true in size? Cant really find alot of info for a pretty pricey boot. Thanks guys

I just found an older thread that was talking about Meindl, seems like they are pretty popular. If anyone has a pair and also has a pair of Danner Acadias, how do they compare in size? I wear a 12D in my Acadias and they are snug, could have gone with a 12.5. I really like the looks of the alaska hunter the best too. </div></div>

I know Barneys very well and if you need help fitting boots, PM me. While I am not all that familiar with Meindl, I have years of experience custom fitting with high end boots.

Give me a description of your feet and intended use.

The #1 neutral fitting last in high end boots is the LaSportiva Makalu last.

Germany, Italy, Euro, Mondo, UK and US do not cross size.

Heel counters, arch length, toe box are not the same on boots and feet.
 
#7
Re: Meindl boots any good?

They are great boots, best pair I have ever owned. But they do run about a 1/2 size to a full size big. I normally wear about a 10 1/2 to 11 and I got mine in a 10 and they fit great.
 
#11
Re: Meindl boots any good?

I've had a pair of Meindl Denalis for the past two seasons and am very happy with them. The sole is stiff and takes a while to really break in and the boots are supportive and brick shithouse solid. No complaints at all, and I wear a size 12 and they were a perfect fit at size 12.
 
#12
Re: Meindl boots any good?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 45.308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
The #1 neutral fitting last in high end boots is the LaSportiva Makalu last.
</div></div>

My wife has these and I have the Glaciers. Both took a year to break in (weekend climbing) but they are solid. The Makalu has a longer internal shank and are stiffer. Love the La Sportiva brand.

I have no experience with Meindl.
 
#14
Re: Meindl boots any good?

I called Barneys in Alaska. They have quit carrying the Meindls altogether. He did say that they were like the best boots for just about anything other than hunting in Alaska. He said they would not last anytime up there. He also said anywhere other than Alaska, they were one of the best boots going, so I went ahead and ordered a pair of the Alaska Hunters! Will let yall know how the wear and fit. Thanks guys
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

K
Separate or Combined Rangefinder Binoculars
Replies
8
Views
456
kthomas
kthomas
FimRire RongLifle
ELR rear bags aka protecktor heights and widths
Replies
7
Views
248
Taylorbok
Taylorbok
P
Best way to repair cracked plastic gas tank on boat.
Replies
24
Views
576
Sniperwannabee
Sniperwannabee
JR1200W3
Sidearms & Scatterguns Coating options on custom 1911
Replies
58
Views
2K
JR1200W3
JR1200W3
Lowlight
When and Why Group Buys
Replies
53
Views
4K
Quasarrasauq
Q
Top Bottom
Back
Home
Forums
Merch
Alerts