I broke down and bought a pair yesterday.....i know they are expensive (169), but i am crazy when it comes to footwear. Early review...in home, not field(will explain later) Fit = awesome Construction = decent..stitching looks good Weight = some of the lightest i've ever felt Outer Sole/Tread = looks good also Inner Sole = thin, will replace if i keep boots Ankle Support = could be better, but not too much Pro's (so far) = Fit, lightweight, decent tread Con's (so far) = Expensive, and they stink...THIS IS MY REASON FOR POSSIBLY RETURNING THEM Havent tested how waterproof they are yet, but have Gortex, so we'll see on this tomorrow or next chance i get More on the STINKY issue.....i'd imagine it is coming from the leather, the chemicals used on the leather....so my question to the masses is, what ways are there to get rid of this smell? I know of the more practical ways but was "hoping" to hear of a 100% sure way to get rid of the smell.
I also bought a pair and can tell you with 100% certainity that I was not able to get rid of the smell, so best of luck to you!
If you go read some reviews of these boots at other places you'll see that many of them say the same thing you did - these boots stink. From what I could find it doesn't seem like anyone has been able to get rid of them yet. Hopefully UA gets that fixed! I'll stick with my Rocky Lynx for now.
Thanks for the replies...i always read reviews, but unfortunately not this time as this was a spur of the moment purchase. I will be returning these. It's a shame too, because they are light and super comfy. edit....I called UA this evening, and they say that this was the first they heard of the "stinky" issue, and they would let their hunting division know of the issue. The dude who i spoke with took my info and said if they came up with a solution he would call me back and let me know what to do. I'm not holding my breath though. I've got 2 1/2 weeks to decide...do I return them and get something else or keep them and wait for UA to call.....decisions,decisions
I returned mine and purchased a pair of Mucks which I absolutely love, around the same price too. I was not going to take a chance with that smell and getting deer spooked. Sure they are comfy and light and it is a difficult decision, but I don't see you getting rid of that odor. Best of luck to you though!
