Review of Korkers Wading Boots – Top Boots Reviewed

Best Overall:
Korkers Greenback

The Greenback line from Korkers is advertised as one of their more economical options, but that doesn’t mean they’ve skimped on quality in the production of these boots. With a heavy-duty look and black and green coloring, they fit well into Korker’s standard design. The Greenbacks wouldn’t be Korker’s if they didn’t feature the OmniTrax interchangeable sole system, which allows the user to pick between a felt and rubber sole during a day on the water.

The entirety of the boot is created with hydrophobic materials, which repel water molecules and allow for quick drying when they’re taken out of the stream. Basically, this means the boot material resists soaking up water while submerged.

To keep the two-pound boots lightweight throughout the day, they include internal water channels, which allow liquid to flow through freely to prevent extra water weight. The upper is made with synthetic leather, and they include a reinforced toe cap and heels for extra durability in the face of bumps and scrapes from underwater rocks and foliage.

Bottom Line

The Greenback line of Korkers is an all-around quality choice in the world of wading boots. Among the boots on the market, these come at a fair price, especially considering the materials they are crafted with. They’re comfortable to wear throughout a day, but try going a size up, because many users say these run small. And while it may take a couple tries to figure out how to change soles, it’s a huge benefit to be able to tailor your boots to your terrain

Runner-up:
 Korkers BuckSkin

Among the many lines of Korker’s wading boots, the BuckSkin boots are considered one of the most comfortable. Unlike some of the boots from the company, BuckSkins have a more traditional hiking boot look, with chocolate brown uppers and a heavy duty base.

They’re in the mid-price range of Korker’s products, and since they’re a later model, they have some of the newer, more attractive features. Like all other boots from this company, they include the OmniTrax interchangeable sole system, but these have the “3.0” model, which is much easier to assemble than those that came before. They come with the plain felt soles as well as rubber cleats.

Structurally, the BuckSkin boots include a durable enhanced midsole as well as a heel and toe cap. The toe cap is a little more unique in the sense that the rubberized, anti-abrasion material extends to both side panels, providing a little more protection. The boots also include additional ankle support and traditional laces.

Bottom Line

If you’re looking for a little more comfort for your next fishing trip, the BuckSkin boots are definitely worth a try. With the same great attributes that all Korkers boots have, this line adds to the feature list with extra structural and ankle support. The main user complaint is that with too much switching back and forth, the soles tend to separate from the boot after a couple of years.

Best Korkers Women's Wading Boots:
Korkers Women's Buckskin Mary

Unfortunately, the angling world is still widely targeted towards men. No woman should be forced to wear incorrectly sized wading boots just because a brand doesn’t cater to women’s sizing. Luckily, Korkers came through with a great line of boots that are suited towards smaller feet.

The BuckSkin Mary boots are, as the name suggests, the female version of the BuckSkin boots. They have almost all the same features as the men’s boot but are smaller in size. They come in a grey and light blue color.

These boots are in the mid-range for pricing and feature quality-made materials, including abrasion-rubber in the toe and heel caps. The toe caps extend to the side panels of the boot, providing more protection against scrapes and bumps from underwater structures.

They feature the original OmniTrax interchangeable sole system and come with rubber and felt soles which can be changed out depending on the angling environment.

Bottom Line

While these definitely aren’t the most stylish wading boots on the market, they’re very comfortable and they do their job well. Making the trip through uneven, rocky river beds is a breeze with the BuckSkin Mary boots from Korkers. These do have an earlier version of OmniTracks, which has a learning curve associated with it, but after you’ve figured out the process switching between soles should be simple.

4.  Korkers Redside

Another mid-price range line from Korkers, the Redside line is another reliable choice for many freshwater anglers. They come in a cream and brown color design and have many of the Korker design attributes that many have come to know and love.

The first major difference between the Redside line and others from the company is the lacing mechanism. Korkers has tried out a variety of lacing systems, as you’ve probably noticed in the above reviews. The Redside boots skip traditional and the boa lacing and opt for quick-cinch lacing, which allows for a simple and easy customizable fit.

These boots are definitely more similar to the Greenbacks than any other on the list as they feature the same mid-size draining system and similar toe and heel cups. They do have the OmniTrax 3.0 interchangeable sole system, which is supposedly a little easier to work with than models that have come before.

Bottom Line

The Redside line from Korkers is another tried and true pick. These are a great choice for anglers of all skill types, as they’re made with high-quality materials, yet they aren’t super expensive. While the lacing design is super convenient, there are some complaints that the main lace gets too long over time, so be aware of that before purchasing. But overall, this is a great basic boot.

5. Korkers WhiteHorse

Korkers added a couple more interesting features to their more recent release, the Whitehorse line. While these do come at a higher price range than some of the company’s other lines, they include several attributes that make them an attractive purchase. Along with the patented OmniTrax interchangeable soles, Korker’s sought to improve the functionality of the system-- the Whitehorse soles are a little easier to click on and off than the lines that came before.

Material-wise, these boots also include a synthetic leather upper, but the company extended the rubber toe cap to travel further up the design, allowing for more abrasion resistance. They reinforced the structure with triple stitching, and additionally, took extra steps to recess the upper stitches to keep them protected from sharp sticks and twigs.

The other main difference between the Whitehorse line and ones that have come before is the lacing system. Rather than including traditional laces, these boots feature the “M2 Boa Lacing System,” an alternative that uses a tightening knob which can get your feet snug and secure in just a couple of twists.

Bottom Line

Korkers really stepped up their game with the Whitehorse line. While they stay true to the company’s brand with the interchangeable sole system and high-tech drainage system, they added even more excitement to the product with extra structural reinforcement and an easy-to-use lacing system. These are not the cheapest, nor the prettiest boots, but if you can afford them, they’re definitely worth a try.