Muck Boot Men's Arctic Sport Mid
A mid-height waterproof rubber and neoprene slip-on boot with fleece lining, built for cold, wet and muddy work. Muck rates the comfort range from 40 degrees below zero up to 40°F.
Price
$170.00 (muckbootcompany.com)
Where to buy
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Check price at Amazon (paid link)Key specs
| Height | 12 in |
|---|---|
| Calf circumference | 16 in |
| Weight | 2.50 lb per boot at size 10M (Muck) |
| Heel | 1 1/4 in |
| Waterproofing | 100% waterproof, 100% Muckproof (Muck) |
| Insulation | 5 mm neoprene bootie, fleece lining, 2 mm thermal foam under the footbed |
| Outsole | MS-1 self-cleaning lug outsole (Muck) |
| Comfort range | -40°F to 40°F / -40°C to 4°C (Muck) |
| Other | EVA midsole, pull tab, stretch comfort topline |
| Warranty | 1-year limited (Muck) |
What the maker and reviewers highlight
- OutdoorGearLab calls it a first choice for wet, icy and muddy cold-weather chores, and scored construction a 10 of 10 in its test [source]
- Fully waterproof rubber-and-neoprene build you can slip on without laces (Muck; OutdoorGearLab) [source]
- Self-cleaning lugs that shed mud and snow (Muck; OutdoorGearLab) [source]
Things to weigh
- Muck's own comfort range tops out at 40°F, so these can run warm on mild Texas days [source]
- OutdoorGearLab flagged a looser slip-on fit, a clunky ride, and only average traction on slick hard surfaces [source]
- The open top can let in deep snow unless you pull pants over the shaft (OutdoorGearLab) [source]
Who it's for in Texas
A waterproof slip-on for muddy Texas blinds, creek bottoms and cold duck mornings. They are built for cold and wet, not for warm early-season deer hunts above about 40°F.
My take: coming soon
We have not tested this one ourselves yet. If I get it in the field, my notes will go here. No rating is given.