[WindedBowhunter]

Does anyone know the difference between the Asolo Power Matic 200 and the Asolo Power Matic 520? Other than looks, it appears the only difference is 3oz in weight.

While as I REI I looked at the Asolo FSN 95 GTX as it is 6oz lighter. But, it is suede & cordura. Does anyone have any experience on this boot? Also would this boot be better than the 200 or 520?

I will be going on an Elk hunt in Montana near Helena.

Thanks in advance,
BSLugnut

 

[BizzleBigBuckBungalow®™]

First I've heard of them.

 

[WindedBowhunter]

They are one of the big 5 European boot companyies. I like them becuase they fit my foot better than any boot that I have tried on in the past few months. I have a slightly narrow foot, which makes it tough to find a hiking boot. I have been to Bass Pro, Cabela's and REI.

BSLugnut

 

[Guest]

Who sells them? I'd like to take a look at them. I have narrow feet and have had problems finding boots that work for me.

 

[WindedBowhunter]

You can find them at REI and Schnee's.
http://www.rei.com/
http://www.schnees.com/

Here is the information of the boots:

Power Matic 500
http://www.asolo.com/content.asp?L=1&idMen=414

Upper Full grain leather mm 2,6-2,8 water-resistant
Lining Gore-Tex
Lasting Board Asoflex 00 MR+
Anatomic Footbed Lite 2
Sole Power Matic. Rubber bottom - Asolo/Vibram - Midsole in PU triple-density
Fit MM/MW/ML
Weight Gr 870 (1/2 pair size 8 UK)
Size Man 6-13


Power Matic 200
http://www.asolo.com/content.asp?L=1&idMen=415

Upper Full grain leather mm 2,6-2,8 water-resistant
Lining Gore-Tex
Lasting Board Asoflex 00 MR
Anatomic Footbed Lite 2
Sole Power Matic. Rubber bottom - Asolo/Vibram - Midsole in PU triple-density
Fit MM/MW/ML
Weight Gr 785 (1/2 pair size 8 UK)
Size Man 6-13

Fsn 95 gtx
http://www.asolo.com/content.asp?L=1&idMen=432

Upper Suede mm 1,6-1,8 water resistant + Cordura
Lining Gore-Tex
Lasting Board Asoflex 00 SR
Anatomic Footbed Lite 2
Sole Asolo FSN rubber - PU
Fit MM/MW/ML
Weight Gr 615 (1/2 pair size 8 UK)
Size Man 6-13

** I have found out that one of the differences between the 520 & 200 is that the 200 has more forgiving heel. Which is easier to walk in longer and stalk in quieter.

BSLugnut

 

[Guest]

:grin:

 

[bootzoom]

I have Asolo Power Matic 200. I purchased a men's 12 wide, perfect for my foot and thick socks. These boot soles are stiff enough to reject sharp stones and yet flex just enough for very comfortable walking with stiff toes. The small pulleys used in their lacing system allows for flexing. The thick gauge of leather used has been impervious to all scrapes and cuts dealt by the 3 years of trail use. I find that having leather that is able to be polished is the best for keeping your feet from all elements.
Fine boot! And also I am interested in hunting boots . I have Lowa Men's Tibet GTX and it is one of the best hunting boots in the market.