Best Rubber Boots for Bird Hunting

This rubber boot round-up should help you pick up the right pair before your next hunt or training session. (Photo By: Aaron Davis)

The 18-inch foam insulated waterproof Air Grip boots have been trusted by outdoorsmen since 1963 and are still made with the same reliable ZXT Rubber from Lacrosse. The ankle support and traction on this booth is excellent and the wool felt midsole helps air flow so you can use this boot in a variety of conditions, but they are best in moderate temperatures. I have used these boots for the better part of six years—from summer dog training, to muddy grouse hunts and shooting ducks over my Lab in late fall. This is a boot you can count on.

$120 | lacrossefootwear.com

Le Chameau got their start in 1927 in a small village in France. Three decades later, the signature Chasseur boot was introduced with hunters in mind and to this day, is extremely popular with hunters in Europe who praise them for their durability and longevity. But now Le Chameau is finding their way into the United States hunting market as well. Rest assured—the beautiful leather-lined Chasseur boot isn’t all look and no bite. It is crafted with Aramid fibre reinforcement to the front for extra protection against abrasion, a shock-absorbing, insulating, all-terrain outsole with reinforced shank for better ankle support for long days afield, and many other features.

$499 | lechameau.com

The premium Royal Zip upland boots from Gumleaf are trusted by some of the hardest going upland hunters in the industry—including Stephen Faust of Stoneybrook Gordon Setters. The nearly 85 percent natural rubber resists cracking, so you can wear them for seasons to come. The YKK nylon zipper allows for easy on/off and a fully waterproof seal, and the 4mm neoprene is versatile enough to wear all year while you train dogs and chase woodcock.

$380 | gumleafusa.com

The Zippered Knee boots from Chene are as light as they come and are truly meant for moving with their EVA molded footbed. They have become a favorite boot of mine this past fall and I find myself wearing them to do just about anything—from puppy training to duck hunting. They are insulated with 3.5mm neoprene so they can be used year-round—but I found them nice and warm and used them most in fall and winter. The extra 7mm innersoles give you the option to customize the fit for even further comfort and the treads are aggressive enough for a good grip but don't add extra bulk in your stride.

$200 | chenegear.com

XTRATUF makes boots Alaskan-tough and they are tested and trusted in some of the harshest conditions for outdoorsmen. This six-inch deck boot is great for cold, damp days around camp, wearing while you reel in decoys, or when simply training your duck dog this summer. A slip-resistant outsole and a glove-like fit makes these ankle boots a solid choice for hunters. The Ankle Deck Boot is 100 percent waterproof, guaranteeing you will stay dry on the wettest of days, and features an XPRESSCOOL liner to keep your feet from sweating.

$115 | xtratuf.com

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