In this episode we learn from Steve and James Lathrop of Lathrop and Sons. They are brothers, foot specialists, custom hunting boot business owners, and outdoorsmen.

A solid boot is your most important piece of gear because your feet carry you on the hunt.
You'll learn a lot about your feet and boots in this episode and how to maximize your performance with a boot built around your feet for the loads you carry.

Lathrop & Sons = Quality over Quantity
You can find them on their website at
https://lathropandsons.com/
and social media at
https://www.instagram.com/lathropandsonsboots/

1:15 - How they got started in the foot business from growing up in their dad's doctor office to building custom hunting boots

6:30- Why customization of a boot is so important

10:00- Imperfect fits of mass produced boots, and finding the right boot for you
10:50- The size of their small family business and each of their roles in the company

13:50- What "made in Italy" really means- Quality Vs. Quantity

17:30- The most important piece of gear

21:00- Boot Options for L&S- Custom options and diving into their hand poured synergy foot bed system

31:30- Insoles and making those custom

34:50- The process of purchasing a 3D mapping kit, to their phone consults with Steve and James, to putting your custom boots on the ground

39:30- Having a foot profile to create insoles for different training shoes, boots, and future purchases

41:45- Women's boot options 

46:05- Tips of boot care and the biggest mistake people make with leather boots

49:30- "Purging" your boot to prolong the lifespan

53:30- Blister Prevention

1 hour- Sock and layering system recommendations

1 hour 11:25- Top Values and Morals they will always stand by in their company

1 hour 16 min- Hunts coming up


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