Boots made to handle the rigors of mountainous terrain, Kenetrek® Mountain Extreme 400 Hunting Boots for Men deliver superior support from a lightweight and comfortable boot. Extremely popular among outdoorsmen in the western US, the Mountain Extreme 400 features rugged 2.8 mm top grain leather uppers with a 1-piece vamp design and seamless tongue for superior waterproof protection and abrasion resistance. These durable uppers also feature Kenetrek's flex-notch design and extra padding in the collars for superior comfort. Heavy-duty, full-length, 7 mm nylon midsoles provide superior support and stability over uneven terrain, while the reinforced rubber sole guards around the bottom of the upper give extra protection against rock abrasion. Waterproof/breathable Windtex® membrane technology inside the boot keeps feet dry and comfortable. Lightweight, low-bulk 400 gram Thinsulate™ Insulation helps the Mountain Extreme block out the cold when the mountain air starts cooling off. Exclusive, high traction K-Talon outsoles feature an aggressive and toothy multi-directional lug design with deep relief and an open tread pattern for good footing in the snow, mud, or dry ground. Traction teeth at the toe and heel provide extra grip going up and down slopes. Average weight per pair: 4.2 lbs. Average size: 10". Imported.
Manufacturer style #: KE-420-400.
Lightweight hunting boots made for the rigors of mountain hunting
2.8 mm top grain leather uppers
1-piece vamp design and seamless tongue - superior waterproof protection and abrasion resistance
Flex-notch design and padded collars for superior comfort
Heavy-duty, full-length, 7 mm nylon midsoles - superior support and stability
High traction K-Talon outsoles - designed specifically for mountainous terrain
Let down by inadequate boots on mountain adventures too many times, the folks at Kenetrek decided to design and build boots that can keep up with the barbarous conditions mountain hunters subject themselves to. Testing each boot themselves up on the mountains, Kenetrek continually and brutally beats up every new boot design in the field, brings it back to the shop, and adds new features. Put through the sheep hunter's test, every Kenetrek boot design is thoroughly tested so they can guarantee, from the ground up, Kenetrek will never let you down.
Web ID: 1405200651372
Rated 5 out of
5 by
JefftheHunter1 from
Most comfortable boots I’ve wornThese boots are at a whole different level. As soon as you put them on you feel the difference. I can’t wait to wear them hunting.
Date published: 2018-02-27
Rated 5 out of
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JBWY from
Best I've ever ownedThese are the best boots I've ever owned. I hunted 30 plus days this year with these boots arriving shortly after the beginning of archery season. I walked well over 60 miles in them mostly in steep mountainous terrain. I was amazed at the short break in period and lack of blistering. They are extremely comfortable and offer great support. You do want to sealant as with any leather boot - I did go with the Kenetrek sealant. The width seemed a little narrow at first but after several outings they fit just right. Also the ankle support is exceptional while also allowing for great mobility.
Date published: 2017-12-28
Rated 5 out of
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307Hunter from
Best I've ever ownedThese are the best boots I've ever owned. I hunted 30 plus days this year with these boots arriving shortly after the beginning of archery season. I walked well over 60 miles in them mostly in steep mountainous terrain. I was amazed at the short break in period and lack of blistering. They are extremely comfortable and offer great support. You do want to sealant as with any leather boot - I did go with the Kenetrek sealant.
Date published: 2017-12-28
Rated 5 out of
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ArticLogistics from
Best all around Hunting Boot Ever!This is my third year on my Kenetrek Mountain Extreme 400's and they are as good as new. With the sharp rocks, mud, snow, and general wear, they have held up to the elements with minimal signs of wear or abuse. Whether its elk hunting in the mountains, mule deer in the desert, or snowshoeing, these are the best boots I've owned.
Date published: 2017-11-21
Rated 5 out of
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Barry6464 from
The Boot that feels like a SlipperSuch a comfortable boot, I could have slept in it! I didn’t, but I could have! Just got back from Colorado Elk hunting and these boots performed flawlessly. Walked some tough terrain and they never slipped. Not an inexpensive boot, but well worth the money. I’m a Kenetrek believer!
Tom R
Date published: 2017-10-25
Rated 5 out of
5 by
MarkSM from
Great in the Idaho mountainsJust returned from 9 days of deer hunting in the Idaho mountains and these boots performed wonderfully. I hiked 8-10 miles a day, up and down, in snow and never felt cold or unsteady.
I've owned other top brands of boots before, but these are the most comfortable and rock steady I've ever had. I'm really glad I spent the $$$.
Date published: 2017-10-18
Rated 3 out of
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DEShef from
Okay lightweaight hunting bootI live and work in 2 pairs (I alternate them) of 15 year old WESCO Firestormers. I have done quite a bit of backpacking and light mountaineering in a 20 year old pair of Gronells (6"). I do all the maintenance that is appropriate - replace / repair soles, heels, hooks, eyelets, insoles, etc. My Gronells look like they were made by the same cobbler as my Kenetrek MEs. The Gronells are shorter and uninsulated but still outweigh the Kenetreks by several ounces. The main difference is the weight of the leather. The leather on the Mountain Extremes is much thinner than on any of the other boots mentioned. This results in a boot that is much easier to break in. It also results in a boot that is less supportive and less water resistant. Thicker leather holds more wax. I hunted pigs and deer at Fort Benning in December 2015 wearing my WESCOs (one pair only) and the leather was still dry after five days. I just returned from an eleven day Kodiak hunt where I wore my MEs. The leather was wet in four days. The were quite cold when wet. Fortunately, I had my Gronells as back-up. On both hunts my boots were more in the water than out. On the Kodiak hunt I wore Swiss army issue gaiters (the best); on the pig hunt I bloused my pants. On Kodiak I was usually under a moderately heavy pack. Both my WESCOs and my Gronells serve me better under a load.
I pitched the factory insole and replaced it with wool soon after purchase.
My Kodiak hunting partner wore a 5 year old pair of Mountain Extremes. He also is an equipment maintenance stickler. He declared that his boots are in their last year of service. The leather is cracking in the flex areas and the rand is starting to separate. The fabric liner is worn through in spots To gauge how much he's worn them, the original sole is about half gone.
In summary, this is not a bad boot if you are in the market for a very lightweight hunting boot and the extreme conditions you anticipate don't include a lot of water or a heavy pack. I would not expect these to do heavy duty jobs as well as heavy duty boots.
If I had the opportunity to trade my Mountain Extremes in for a pair of Mountain Guides, I'd do so immediately.
Things I'd like to see: 1) locking hooks at the instep, 2) a Vibram sole (without the cute little K's), 3) something other than the burlap lining that pills my socks on steep ascents and is a known wear point.
Date published: 2017-05-08
Rated 5 out of
5 by
smoor from
Best Boot I have ownedI have tried them all, Rocky, Danner, and even Cabelas brand, these are the best I have owned. Unreal support, comfortable, dry, and quality you can feel. I expect these will last me for a long time.
