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**GOHUNT staff recommends ordering this boot 1/2 size larger than you would buy a Nike off the shelf.
*Please review our GOHUNT staff boot profiles below and our sizing video before ordering.
GOHUNT Staff Boot Profile
| Name | Foot Length | Foot Width | Nike Size | Makra Combi Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jared | 27 cm | 11 cm | 10 | 10.5 |
| Brady | 28.8 cm | 10.8 cm | 12 | 12.5 |
| Lorenzo | 29.5 cm | 11.3 cm | 12 | 12.5 |
Breakdown
The Hanwag Makra Combi is an all-around great boot for the western hunter. Fully waterproof, a 4 on the GOHUNT stiffness scale, and a generous toe box make the Makra an easy choice for sheep to desert mule deer hunters. The Ghillie lacing system lets you customize your lacing tension all the way to the toe. Allowing you to tighten your boot down for the descents with a heavy pack or loosen it up a bit when not needed.
Don’t see the size you want? Email boots@GOHUNT.com for any special requests.
| GOHUNT Stiffness Scale | Makra Combi GTX - Flex 4 |
| Flex 1 | Built for light and fast trekking. Think of your favorite trail running shoes, but capable of rocky demanding terrain. |
| Flex 2 | Flexible enough that they offer out of the box comfort but can handle miles of rocky terrain. Perfectly suited for mild to moderate mule deer, elk, and antelope country. |
| Flex 3 | Ideally suited for mountain hunts with moderate to steep technical terrain where more rigidity is required. Some break-in time required but will likely become your favorite do everything hunting boots. |
| Flex 4 | Best suited for hunts at or above timberline where the terrain gets steep. Flexible enough that it can handle miles of comfortable climbing but stiff enough to offer support and rigidity with a heavy pack. |
| Flex 5 |
The stiffest boot options, best for alpine hunting and mountaineering. Sheep hunting, mountain goat, and the toughest of elk and deer terrain. |
HOW TO ACCURATELY MEASURE YOUR FEET TO FIND THE CORRECT BOOT SIZE
Start by collecting a few things from around your house, including a yardstick or ruler, a soft tailor’s tape or paper tape, a piece of cardboard or printer paper, and a pen.
Draw a 90° angle on the cardboard or paper using the yardstick or ruler. The lines should be long enough so that your longest toe touches the horizontal line and the widest point of your foot touches the vertical line.
Ensure that you’re wearing your hunting socks while taking these measurements. Stand on the paper or cardboard with your feet shoulder-width apart and place your full weight on both feet.
Have a second person mark where your heel and the widest part of your foot lands on the cardboard or paper. Ensure that you’re keeping the pen vertical when making your marks. Leaning the pen inward or outward against your foot will skew your measurements.
Place the edge of the tailor’s tape on the straight line and measure the widest and longest point of each foot down to 1/10th of a centimeter.
Add both length measurements together and divide them by two. This is your length measurement.
Add both width measurements together and divide them by two. This is your width measurement.
Record your measurements and refer to the GOHUNT Sizing Guide and Staff Reviews to find the right boot size for your foot profile.
GENERAL TIPS TO ENSURE YOUR NEW BOOTS FIT PROPERLY
Measure your feet with the socks you intend to wear in the field.
Measure your feet later in the day. Your feet tend to swell slightly as the day progresses.
The arch and heel of your foot should feel snug but not tight. Your heel should feel secure in the heel pocket. If your heel lifts up when you step, make sure the lacing is not too loose.
Your toes should not touch the front of the boot. You want just enough room to wiggle your toes. When you kick the toe into the floor, you should know where the front of the boot is without your toes hitting.
If you're unable to cinch the boot tight enough to prevent heel slip or it allows your toes to touch the end of the boot, you will have a hard time with a heavy pack on steep downhill descents and you’ll want to size up.
| Weight | 3 lbs 0.6 oz - pair (size 10) |
| Insulated | Un-Insulated |
| Sole | Vibram |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Crampon Compatible | Step-In Crampon Compatible |
| Upper | Suede, Cordura |
| Waterproof | Gore-Tex® |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 Year limited warranty from time of purchase for the original owner |
GOHUNT Return Policy
If you should need to return a boot, they may be returned within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. Boots should be returned in brand new condition with no wear marks. All boots should be returned in the original packaging with the original tags. Boots must not be worn outside to be considered for a refund. We do not allow direct boot exchanges. If you return a product in brand new condition with all original packaging and tags, we will process your refund. You can order another product that best fits your needs or wait until your refund is processed. With all the backcountry hunters we have on staff at GOHUNT, we understand the need and know how hard it is to find a boot that fits your foot. GOHUNT has spent countless hours and measured many feet to make sure you get the right size boot the first time. If you watch our sizing video and review our staff foot profiles, we are extremely confident you'll find the right size boot for you the first time. In the rare case you don't, the GOHUNT staff is on call to make sure you find the right boot for your next hunt.
*We're so confident in our extensive sizing research that if you fully review it, and correctly measure your foot, we know you'll find the boots that fit.
HOW DO I CARE FOR MY BOOTS?
Proper boot care can significantly extend the lifespan of your boots. Leather boots, in particular, need to be cared for after heavy use. If your boots are wet and covered in dirt, we recommend cleaning them. If you’re not going to clean your boots, you should still allow your boots to air dry after each use.
Remove your insoles and laces after each use. This will open up your boots and allow them to air out. Even if your boots don’t get wet, they will naturally absorb moisture from your feet, especially on multi-day trips. Insoles and laces can be hand-washed in cold water and set out to air dry.
Using a boot brush and warm water, remove the dirt from your boots. The warm water will open up the pores of the boot and allow you to thoroughly clean them.
For leather boots, you’ll want to recondition the leather after cleaning them with warm water in order for them to remain water-repellant. Applying a waterproofing agent to the damp leather will reclose the pores that were opened up during cleaning. Once you’ve reconditioned your boots, water should bead up when gently poured over the leather.
Allow your boots to air dry. Do not use a heat source to dry your boots. The heat could cause the leather to shrink or become brittle, increasing the chances of irreparable rips or creases.
Store your boots in a cool and dry place to prevent mildew. We recommend packing a newspaper in the toe box of wet boots to help absorb the moisture and maintain the boots’ shape during the drying process.
Take your boots to a knowledgeable cobbler for repairs.
WHAT SHOULD I USE TO TREAT MY NEW BOOTS?
For a general-purpose waterproofing product, the GOHUNT staff has found that Granger or Nikwax Waterproofing performs the best.
Re-apply this product as necessary or after every use in severe conditions.
Please refrain from using beeswax, animal fats, or petroleum-based products on your boots, as these products will void some manufacturer warranties.
*Please note that these products may darken the color of any leather.
WHAT IF MY BOOTS ARE GORE-TEX®?
We recommend treating the leather on your Gore-Tex® boots the same as you would on any other leather boot.
The Gore-Tex® lining creates a waterproof/breathable membrane on the inside of the boot, but leather uppers still need to be cared for.
The durable waterproofness of the Gore-Tex® membrane is not affected by leather conditioners, silicone, oil, or shoe polish.
Overall rating: 4.6833334 / 5 from 60 reviews.
The Hanwag Makra Combi GTX boot is highly praised for its excellent fit and support, making it ideal for various hunting terrains. While some customers have mixed opinions on its comfort and toe protection, the overall consensus is positive, especially for those needing a reliable boot for steep and rugged environments.
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"Great boot! I used these this year on a Colorado elk hunt. Packed out a 5x4 bull a little over 16 miles total. No hot spots or blisters, I made sure I broke them in with 20-30 miles before hunting in them. The grip on the bottom of the boot is shallow compared to others. If you plan on hunting wet muddy terrain you may need something with a little deeper tread. Overall great boot and well worth the money."
"Super comfortable, great tread, locking laces are a great feature. Great in hot and cold weather. Stock laces are a little thin, so may need to replace."
"Got the Makra Combi in size I usually wear and it was a little tight. Sent back and waiting on the Makra Lights now on my size. The Makra Combi was a quality boot though. Looking forward to the light GTX to show up!"
"Pretty solid boot, won’t be disappointed"
"Overall great, well built boot. Quite stiff - as advertised - but they break in nicely. Fit is great, lightweight, and very supportive in steep terrain, especially with a full pack. You won't go wrong with these but just know up front that there is a break in period. Don't pull them out of the box at the trailhead."
"Excellent price on these boots. These are super comfortable and are well built."
"Finding the right boot for a narrow last nowadays is becoming more and more difficult, few companies are maintaining narrow lasts for US distribution because of the US market being so fat footed. Hanwag and Lasportiva are the two that are left. Salewa introduced a cheap shim system in their insole and it doesn’t work for shit. After going through two pairs of La sportiva Aequilibriums in less than a year( due to lace loops wearing through and breaking) I’m back to Hanwag. Positives of the Hanwag: how the tongue folds in conjunction with the lace to toe are stand outs. Not only does it make the compression on your foot extremely comfortable yet rigid for control, when you deal with frozen boots, these are by far the easiest to get in and out of because of how the tongue allows you to open up the entire volume of the boot. Also the initial waterproofing is bomber- best out there. I think if you’re an experienced mountaineer/ mountain hunting guide or mountain pro you’ll find these boots to be almost unbeatable. Over the last 15 years there’s only been two boots that compete with this boot. The salewa Raven Combi (before the remodel) in a medium last and the La Sportiva Trango cube ( no lace issues like the Aequillibrium and a better heel/sole). On a larger note, why does it feel like the high end mountain boot industry is regressing? are profit margins and looks getting in the way of premium function? Or is no one actually hardcore anymore?"
"After wearing these boots for a while I think these are some of the best boots I’ve bought. The sole was stiff and took a little while to break in, my feet do not move at all while hiking up and down hills. The GOHUNT size guide was spot on."
"Lightweight and stiff. Great support in steep terrain. Used it on a coues deer hunt in some steep rocky mountains and they performed very well. They can get cold in snow a lot faster than a leather boot but a great boot in milder conditions"
"Purchased these for my 12 yr old boy . First set of hiking boots . He loves them. Comfortable right out of box."
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