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Wondering if the new SITKA Ascent is worth adding to your hunting kit? We break down who this lightweight hunting shoe was built for, where it excels, and how it compares to a traditional hunting boot. From early-season elk and mule deer hunts to preseason scouting and trail training, discover whether the Ascent's trail-runner comfort, off-trail traction, and locked-in stability make it the right choice for your hunting style. Read More

The best Crispi boots for sheep hunting are built to handle steep alpine terrain, heavy packs, and long days above the timberline where stability and support matter most. Whether you're planning a Dall, Bighorn, or Stone sheep hunt, choosing the right boot can make the difference between a successful hunt and an early trip back to camp. In this guide, we compare top models like the Briksdal GTX, Colorado II GTX, Guide GTX, Idaho GTX, and Nevada GTX to help you find the ideal mountain hunting boot for your next backcountry adventure. Read More

The best Crispi boots for backpack hunting combine comfort, support, durability, and stability to handle long miles, heavy packs, and rugged mountain terrain. Whether you're planning a weeklong elk hunt, a high-country mule deer adventure, or a technical sheep hunt, choosing the right boot can make all the difference. In this guide, we compare top models like the Guide GTX, Colorado II GTX, Briksdal GTX, Idaho GTX, and Nevada GTX to help you find the ideal backpack hunting boot for your terrain, pack weight, and hunting style. Read More

Our Crispi Briksdal GTX Review explores one of Crispi’s most supportive mountain hunting boots, built for hunters who tackle steep, technical terrain and carry heavy packs. Combining a stiff, confidence-inspiring platform with Gore-Tex waterproof protection, a Vibram Megagrip outsole, and surprisingly minimal break-in, the Briksdal is designed for serious western hunts. Find out how it performs, who it's best suited for, and whether it's the right investment for your next elk, sheep, goat, or high-country mule deer hunt. Read More

Our Crispi Colorado II GTX review takes an in-depth look at one of Crispi’s most capable mountain hunting boots. Built for steep terrain, heavy pack-outs, and demanding western hunts, the Colorado II combines a supportive Flex 4 platform with lightweight construction, Gore-Tex waterproofing, and a Vibram outsole for confident performance in rugged country. Learn how it compares to other Crispi models and whether it's the right boot for your next elk, mule deer, sheep, or backpack hunt. Read More

The best Crispi boots for mule deer hunting depend on where, when, and how you hunt. Whether you're covering miles across sagebrush flats, side-hilling steep shale, or backpacking into high-country basins, Crispi offers a boot built for the job. In this guide, we compare top models like the Nevada GTX, Idaho GTX, Lapponia II GTX, Guide GTX, and Colorado II GTX to help you choose the right hunting boot for your next western mule deer hunt. Read More