gore tex a must for boots?

[md126]

Hello,  I'm planning an elk hunt for late Sept in CO and the hunt will be at about 10,000ft. I realize that boots are a critical piece of my equipment and have been doing a lot of research on the subject.


For the most part people have been recommending waterproof uninsulated boots at least 6-10" high. However, a few people have suggested that a waterproof boot, particularly one with gore-tex, is not necessary primarily because it doesn't breath and takes longer to dry if it does get wet. Any thoughts on the issue??


Thanks,  Mike

 

[hank4elk]

I have been wearing gore-tex  boots for years,Meindel,Danner,Cabellas sneaker. Only hunting boot without it is Kennetrek pacs. I use merino wool socks with wick liners and my feet stay dry and have never had a problem with boots staying wet.Crossing deeper water I take my boots off.