Irish Setter 861 Elk Tracker Boots 1000gm
Product Description
Designed for the dedicated hunter, the Irish Setter 861 Elk Tracker Boots offer exceptional performance in challenging, cold weather conditions. These robust hunting boots are engineered to provide warmth, waterproofing, and superior traction, making them an ideal choice for late-season hunts and stationary glassing in freezing environments, including the varied terrain of New Zealand.
Key Features:
- Insulation: Equipped with 1000gm 3M™ Thinsulate™ Ultra, providing a serious amount of insulation to trap body heat when activity levels are low, perfect for extreme cold.
- Waterproofing: Features the advanced UltraDry™ Waterproofing System. This system combines a moisture-management lining with waterproof components to ensure your feet remain dry in snow, slush, and wet conditions.
- Leather: Constructed from premium Full-Grain Waterproof Leather, offering outstanding durability and protection against the elements.
- Outsole: The Bulls-Eye® Air Cushion sole delivers excellent traction on uneven ground, while its shock-absorbing effect helps to reduce foot fatigue during long days outdoors.
- Scent Control: Incorporates ScentBan™ technology, integrated into the leathers and footbeds to eliminate odour-causing bacteria, helping you stay undetected by game.
| Feature | Performance Level | Best Used For |
| Warmth | High | Deep winter, sitting in a blind, or snowy stalks. |
| Durability | Exceptional | Rocky ridges, heavy brush, and multi-year use. |
| Weight | Heavy | Not a "speed" boot; built for stability and protection. |
| Break-in Time | Moderate | Due to the thick leather, expect a few miles to soften them up. |
The main difference between the Irish Setter 880 and the 861 comes down to insulation. While they share the same DNA, the same leather, the same "Air Bob" outsole, and the same height, they are designed for completely different weather conditions.
| Feature | Elk Tracker 880 | Elk Tracker 861 |
| Insulation | 200gm 3M™ Thinsulate™ | 1000gm 3M™ Thinsulate™ |
| Best Temperature | Cool / Active (30°F to 50°F) | Extreme Cold (Sub-zero to 20°F) |
| Activity Level | High (Walking/Hiking) | Low (Sitting/Glassing) |
| Weight | Slightly Lighter | Heavier (More bulk from insulation) |
| Season | Early to Mid-Season | Late Season / Winter |
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You move a lot: If your style of hunting involves miles of hiking, 1000gm of insulation will make your feet sweat profusely, which eventually leads to blisters and, ironically, colder feet once you stop moving.
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You hunt in varied terrain: The 880 is more of an "all-arounder." With a good pair of wool socks, you can push these into colder weather, but they won't cook your feet during a sunny afternoon.
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You are stationary: If you spend hours sitting in a tree stand or glassing from a frozen ridge, you need the 861. 1000gm is a "serious" amount of insulation designed to trap body heat when you aren't generating much of your own.
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You hunt in extreme snow: These are dedicated cold-weather tools. If you’re post-holing through winter, the 861 is your best friend.
Customer Reviews
Irish Setter 861 Elk Tracker Boots 1000gm
Product Description
Designed for the dedicated hunter, the Irish Setter 861 Elk Tracker Boots offer exceptional performance in challenging, cold weather conditions. These robust hunting boots are engineered to provide warmth, waterproofing, and superior traction, making them an ideal choice for late-season hunts and stationary glassing in freezing environments, including the varied terrain of New Zealand.
Key Features:
- Insulation: Equipped with 1000gm 3M™ Thinsulate™ Ultra, providing a serious amount of insulation to trap body heat when activity levels are low, perfect for extreme cold.
- Waterproofing: Features the advanced UltraDry™ Waterproofing System. This system combines a moisture-management lining with waterproof components to ensure your feet remain dry in snow, slush, and wet conditions.
- Leather: Constructed from premium Full-Grain Waterproof Leather, offering outstanding durability and protection against the elements.
- Outsole: The Bulls-Eye® Air Cushion sole delivers excellent traction on uneven ground, while its shock-absorbing effect helps to reduce foot fatigue during long days outdoors.
- Scent Control: Incorporates ScentBan™ technology, integrated into the leathers and footbeds to eliminate odour-causing bacteria, helping you stay undetected by game.
| Feature | Performance Level | Best Used For |
| Warmth | High | Deep winter, sitting in a blind, or snowy stalks. |
| Durability | Exceptional | Rocky ridges, heavy brush, and multi-year use. |
| Weight | Heavy | Not a "speed" boot; built for stability and protection. |
| Break-in Time | Moderate | Due to the thick leather, expect a few miles to soften them up. |
The main difference between the Irish Setter 880 and the 861 comes down to insulation. While they share the same DNA, the same leather, the same "Air Bob" outsole, and the same height, they are designed for completely different weather conditions.
| Feature | Elk Tracker 880 | Elk Tracker 861 |
| Insulation | 200gm 3M™ Thinsulate™ | 1000gm 3M™ Thinsulate™ |
| Best Temperature | Cool / Active (30°F to 50°F) | Extreme Cold (Sub-zero to 20°F) |
| Activity Level | High (Walking/Hiking) | Low (Sitting/Glassing) |
| Weight | Slightly Lighter | Heavier (More bulk from insulation) |
| Season | Early to Mid-Season | Late Season / Winter |
-
You move a lot: If your style of hunting involves miles of hiking, 1000gm of insulation will make your feet sweat profusely, which eventually leads to blisters and, ironically, colder feet once you stop moving.
-
You hunt in varied terrain: The 880 is more of an "all-arounder." With a good pair of wool socks, you can push these into colder weather, but they won't cook your feet during a sunny afternoon.
-
You are stationary: If you spend hours sitting in a tree stand or glassing from a frozen ridge, you need the 861. 1000gm is a "serious" amount of insulation designed to trap body heat when you aren't generating much of your own.
-
You hunt in extreme snow: These are dedicated cold-weather tools. If you’re post-holing through winter, the 861 is your best friend.
