In recent years, modern industry has established the production of a variety of shoe models for people engaged in fishing. All of them replaced the traditional felt boots. Before choosing a new shoe for winter fishing, you should familiarize yourself with information about its characteristics, practical advantages and existing disadvantages.
Canadian-made Kamik Gollaf boots were most actively used during the last fall and winter seasons. During this time, no complaints were received from buyers regarding low-quality shafts and soles. The model turned out to be very successful in terms of wear. There are no
welds on the boots
, as they are cast. Kamik Gollaf
winter fishing shoes are absolutely waterproof. The material used to make its soles is stable and very stiff. The boot shaft has a protracted cuff at the top that protects the shoes from snow. A complete set of boots provides for thermal inserts. They contribute to the removal of moisture from the feet. Thermal inserts have grooves in which condensate is concentrated. In this case, the legs remain dry. In order to quickly dry the boots, just remove the thermal insert from them.
Winter fishing shoes Kamik Gollaf allows you to feel comfortable with a negative air temperature of minus fifteen degrees, even if a person is not moving. During walking, the legs do not freeze in frosts down to -30. The disadvantage of this model is the sliding of the soles on clean ice. In addition, there are difficulties in sizing. The thermal insert is compacted quickly enough, the boots become large.
Canadian manufacturer's Baffin Trapper winter fishing shoes showed excellent wear resistance to seams, soles and shafts for a two-year operational period. The special seven-layer thermoprotective inserts with which the model is equipped are easy to reach, remove moisture and dry quickly. They did not undergo serious deformations during the entire two-year operation. Moisture is removed from the feet and condensation is removed with the participation of a special plastic corrugated insole. The boots are waterproof and equipped with a drag cuff located at the top of the shaft. The soles of this model have excellent traction with any kind of surface. The comfort temperature of the boots is similar to that of the Kamik Gollaf. The main disadvantage that Baffin Trapper winter fishing shoes have is its narrow shaft. It is almost impossible to stick a thick trouser leg in it.
For three seasons, men's winter shoes for fishing Salmo were used by Chinese manufacturers. In this case, there were cases of divergence of seams in the area of their connection. High wear is observed on the tread of the sole. The thermal protective insert of this model dries slowly, but moisture from the legs can be removed satisfactorily. The most significant drawback of this model is slippery soles. They do not have sufficient adhesion even on tiled and marble surfaces.
When going on a winter fishing trip, pay special attention to the choice of shoes. After all, your comfort will depend on its operational characteristics.