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An in-the-field Red Wing Boots Review!

November 10, 2016 by Sharif Ewees

Throwback time! Take a look at this great, in the field review of our boots Vaprtrek 2863's from December of 2014!

You've heard all the claims and you know our reputation, but what about an independent, non-biased, in-the-field Red Wing Boots review? See below! Our guy is a not paid endorser nor has any affiliation with Red Wing Richmond (besides being a customer.) He takes his new Vaprtrek 2863's on a hunt in Sussex County, and has quite a bit to say about their performance in his review!

General Information:

Boot Nomenclature:

Model of Boot: Vaprtrek 2863
Size: 11.5 EE
Weight: 2 lbs. 6oz.
Height: 8 Inches
Insulation: 800 Grams, Thinsulate
Construction: Leather full grain and waterproof, Full Rubber-Clad Top, Stretch-Fit Cement Construction, Armatec Performance Fit System, Mud Claw Self Cleaning Sole, Ankle collar is memory foam with comfort tongue and speed lacing system.

Topography and Climate Conditions of evaluation area.

Location/Time Frame:

The field trial for the Vaprtrek 2863 review will be conducted on property owned or leased by the Sussex Hunt Club, Sussex County, Virginia; during the annual deer hunting season November through January 2014/15. Sussex County is in the southeastern part of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The County covers 315,600 acres and is 45 miles southeast of the capital city of Richmond. Sussex, Virginia, is the county seat of Sussex County.

Terrain & Drainage:

The majority of Sussex County is in the Southern Coastal Plain Major Land Resource Area. A small section of the western part of the county is in the Southern Piedmont Major Land Resource Area. Elevations range from about 20 feet above sea level to about 270 feet above sea level. The lowest elevation in the county is in an area where the Nottoway River crosses the Southampton County line, which is in the Southern Coastal Plain portion of the county. The highest elevation is in an area in the western part of the county, which is in the Southern Piedmont portion of the county. Most of the county is drained by the Nottoway River and its tributaries.

Some areas of the county are drained by the Coppahaunk Swamp, the Assamoosick Swamp, and the Seacock Swamp. The land surface generally is nearly level or gently sloping in the Coastal Plain portion of the county and is gently sloping to strongly sloping in the Piedmont portion of the county.

Climate:

In winter, the average temperature is 40.2 degrees F and the average daily minimum temperature is 29.7 degrees. The lowest temperature on record, which occurred at Wakefield on January 21, 1985, is -8 degrees. In summer, the average temperature is 76.6 degrees and the average daily maximum temperature is 87.1 degrees. The highest recorded temperature, which occurred on September 12, 1983, is 105 degrees.

The total annual precipitation is about 45.69 inches. Of this, 28.73 inches, or 63 Percent usually falls in April through October. The heaviest 1-day rainfall during the period of record was 7.50 inches on September 27, 1985. Thunderstorms occur on about 37 days each year, and most occur in June through August.

The average seasonal snowfall is about 4.6 inches. The greatest snow depth at any one time during the period of record was 10 inches on January 25, 2000. On the average, 4 days of the year have at least 1 inch of snow on the ground. The number of such days varies greatly from year to year.

The average relative humidity in mid afternoon is about 57 percent. Humidity is higher at night and the average at dawn is about 79 percent. The sun shines 64 Percent of the time possible in summer and 56 percent in winter. The prevailing wind is from the southwest, except in September and October when it is from the northeast. Average wind speed is highest, around 12 miles per hour, from February through April.

Boot Evaluation:

First Hunt Log:

Boots received December 12, 2014, Saturday December 13, 2014, first day of hunt using new boots, temperature in the morning 21 degrees, afternoon temp at end of hunt was 53 degrees. Walked in swampy areas to test waterproof conditions, boots submerged up to one inch below top of boot, no leaks noted feet remained dry and warm. During this first day wearing the new boots, no stiffness or leaks noted. Boots are very easy to put on and take off; the boots are very comfortable walking.

Note: Socks worn during this period were light wicked calf length socks to absorb foot perspiration and prevent chafing from the boot.

Next hunting date for providing field evaluations on this boot will be Saturday December 20, 2014.

Second Hunt Log:

Saturday December 20, 2014, second full day of hunt using new boots, temperature in the morning 24 degrees, afternoon temp at end of hunt was 50 degrees. Light to moderate rain in the morning; partly sunny in the afternoon. Walked in swampy/wet areas to get to tree stand, no leaks noted feet remained dry and warm. During this days hunt wearing the new boots, no stiffness or leaks noted. Boots are very easy to put on and take off; the boots are very comfortable walking.

Note: Socks worn during this period were light wicked calf length socks to absorb foot perspiration and prevent chafing from the boot.

Next hunting date for providing field evaluations on this boot will be Saturday December 27, 2014.

Third Hunt Log:

Saturday December 27, 1214, third full day of hunt wearing new boots, temperature in the morning 20 degrees, afternoon temp at end of hunt was 48 degrees. Cool and cloudy in the morning; partly sunny in the afternoon. Walked in swampy/wet areas to get to tree stand, no leaks noted feet remained dry and warm. During this days hunt wearing the new boots, no stiffness or leaks noted. Boots are very easy to put on and take off; the boots are very comfortable walking.

Note: Socks worn during this period were Merino wool calf length socks to keep feet warm and to absorb foot perspiration and prevent chafing from the boot.

Next hunting date for providing field evaluations on this boot will be Saturday January 3, 2015.

Fourth Hunt Log:

Saturday January 3, 2015, last full day of 2014/15 hunting season, hunted wearing new boots, temperature in the morning 35 degrees and light rain, afternoon temp at end of hunt was 52 degrees light to moderate rain. Walked in swampy/wet areas to get to tree stand, no leaks noted feet remained dry and warm. During this days hunt wearing the new boots, no stiffness or leaks noted. Boots are very easy to put on and take off; the boots are very comfortable walking.

Noted the following :

– I note, due to the unique arrangement of the tread pattern on the sole, climbing the 20 foot ladder to the tree stand is advantageous. Not sure if the tread patter was designed for this type activity or just a byproduct of the design. Whatever the case, the pattern works very well as a safety factor in climbing a tree stand ladder.
– Fastening Strap at back top of boot very helpful pull on boots. Ankle collar works great in keeping debris out and top of boot secure around calf area.
– No leakage
– Easy Clean-up with water hose, uppers and sole
– Boots dry fast externally and internally.

As of this entry I could not find any problems with the boots and currently have no recommendations to submit. To date, this is the finest pair of hunting boots I have had in my experience in providing field evaluations and reviews on hunting foot wear. No break-in period or prep oiling was required.

Final Evaluation:

The boots are excellent and well worth the money to purchase a pair. I would not hesitate to recommend this style of Irish Setter boot to the general public or an experienced guide/hunter. I must admit, I cannot think of any comment or remarks to make as a recommendation for an improvement on this boot. This is the ultimate boot and should last for years if properly maintained.

In relation to the type of sock to wear with this boot; I feel it should be left up to the individual. At no time wearing various style and combination of socks did my feet get cold or sweat. I would recommend to a buyer of this boot to experiment with the various types of sock in determining their comfort level.

Thank you for affording me the opportunity to provide this review of a fine pair of hunting boots.

Respectfully submitted for review

A Great Review!

So – there you have it! We really appreciate such an in-depth write-up and review! Our submitter has asked not to be named, but rest-assured… we trust his analysis. If you have any questions about this Red Wing Boots review, the Vaprtrek 2863, or just about Red Wing Richmond in general, give us a call or contact us online!

Posted in Hiking Boots, Hunting Boots, Irish Setters, Red Wing Shoes | Tagged camping boots, field review, hiking boots, irish setters, review, sussex county, vaprtrek, virginia |

Irish Setter VaprTrek 2870 – Red Wing Irish Setter Boots Series, Part III

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Sharif Ewees

VaprTrek 2870 – A Versatile Hunting Boot

Welcome to the Red Wing Richmond Blog! In the next entry in our Irish Setter Boots Series, we'll be highlighting an extremely versatile and impressive hunting boot: the VaprTrek 2870! Red Wing's Irish Setter line is purpose built for those who spend their workdays outdoors and those who spend their free time outdoors. World renowned for their quality, durability, and versatility, we are excited to discuss the next boot in our series on the Red Wing Irish Setter Collection!

Designed with the Thrill of the Hunt in Mind

VaprTrek boots were designed for those that seek out the thrill of the hunt. They are capable of tackling the game trail in any season and in any environment. Whether you're heading out to the blind during deer season, or looking to bring home that big gobbler for Thanksgiving, these boots will keep you warm, dry, and safe.

Along with the ridiculously high quality that is standard in any pair of Red Wing boots, the VaprTrek 2870 includes a bevy of other features. With our RPM technology, we've been able to create an extremely light boot that sacrifices nothing in terms of strength and durability. They are fully waterproof boots, insulated, and feature Cushin comfort soles, so you can say goodbye to the wetness, the cold, or the fatigue pulling you off the trail early. These boots also feature authentic RealTree Xtra camouflage, a must-have for hunters that prefer not to be seen or heard.

Technical Details about this Rugged Hunting Boot

The VaprTrek 2870 is available in Mens D 8-15 and EE8-14 sizes.

UPPER : Full Grain, Waterproof Leather
CAMOUFLAGE : RealTree XtraRemovable
HEIGHT : 8-Inch
WEIGHT: 2lbs, 6oz
FOOTBED : Removable Polyurethane
WATERPROOFING : UltraDry Tech
OUTSOLE : RPM-Camo

Learn More About the Irish Setter Collection – Contact Us!

The VaprTrek 2870 is a perfect example of the utility and versatility of the Irish Setter Collection. Built for hunters, by hunters, this 8-inch hunting boot is guaranteed to perform on the game trail. If you'd like to know about this purpose-built hunting boot or if you have any other questions we can answer, we'd be happy to help! Just head up to one of our three Richmond Area locations or contact us online!

Posted in Hunting Boots, Irish Setters, Red Wing Shoes | Tagged camo, hunting boots, irish setters, realtree camo, red wing shoes, rugged |

Red Wing's Irish Setters

Posted on August 6, 2014 by Sharif Ewees

In 1950, Red Wing Shoes introduced a new boot – style 854. Crafted by experts out of the beautiful Red Russet leather, Irish Setters were born. The name would go on to be synonymous with quality, durability, and comfort for generations of hunters and workers by proving itself in the field and on the job site. Over it's 60 years, the Irish Setter line has expanded to include completely purpose-driven footwear. If you're a believer that there's a perfect tool for every job, you won't need to look much farther then our Irish Setter line.

Irish Setters come in 2 loose-fitting categories: Hunting Boots and Work Boots. While any boot from either line is certainly capable of tackling any type of work and play you need it to, they are also specialized in their purpose. For instance, some are steel toed for those who'd like to keep all their digits on the job site. Some are insulated against cold weather for hikes in the snow. Some are incredibly heat resistant for those jobs that feel like you're working in an oven. Some are waterproof, some are cushioned, and some are non-conductive. The great thing is, all of these boots have a many if not all, of the traits above. You can mix and match these traits to find the perfect boot for your needs – the perfect tool for the job.

Irish Setters from Red Wing Shoes

Take a look at the video below for some more info on our Irish Setter line! As you can see… they are some of the world's best boots!

Contact Red Wing Richmond about our Irish Setters!

Have any questions for us about our Irish Setters? Get in touch! We'd be happy to help. Just give us a call at one of our three Richmond area locations or contact us online to reach out to us!

Posted in Irish Setters, Red Wing Shoes | Tagged hiking, hunting, irish setters, our collections, outdoors, red wing shoes |

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