The Crispi Lapponia Evo Boot has built a reputation as a lightweight all-around boot for hunters who spend more time moving than sitting. It sits in an interesting middle ground: part hiking shoe, part hunting boot, and aimed at people who want agility without giving up real ankle support. This review looks at boot features, comfort, traction, fit, break-in time, and how the boot behaves on actual hunting terrain, so buyers can judge whether it suits their style better than heavier hunting boots.

Crispi Lapponia GTX Review NZ – My Experience With the Lightweight Hunting Boot

If you spend your weekends chasing red deer through thick New Zealand bush, you'll know one thing pretty quickly—heavy boots get old fast.

Every extra gram on your feet is energy you don't have left at the end of the day. Whether you're climbing steep ridges before daylight, sidling through supplejack, or putting on the kilometres in search of a roaring stag, lighter boots simply make hunting more enjoyable.

That's exactly where the Crispi Lapponia shines.

Why the Crispi Lapponia Is One of the Best Lightweight Hunting Boots in NZ

The Crispi Lapponia has built a strong reputation among hunters wanting a lightweight option without giving up the support needed for New Zealand terrain.

Unlike heavier mountain boots designed purely for carrying massive packs in technical alpine country, the Lapponia is built for hunters who cover serious ground every day. It gives you excellent ankle support, fantastic comfort, and outstanding grip with a quality Vibram sole while keeping weight to an absolute minimum.

When you're walking 15–20 kilometres in a day, you'll notice the difference.

Built for New Zealand Red Deer Hunting

At Remlite, we spend countless hours chasing red deer through some pretty unforgiving country.

That means:

• Steep clay faces

• Slippery roots

• Wet creek crossings

• Thick bush

• Long ridge climbs

• Unexpected trips into the alpine tops

The Crispi Lapponia handles all of it remarkably well.

It's the type of boot that almost disappears on your feet. Instead of feeling like you're dragging heavy leather boots around the hills, you simply focus on hunting.

That's exactly what you want.

Lightweight Means More Energy

Most hunters focus on rifle weight, pack weight and gear weight.

Very few think about what's attached to their feet.

Your boots move thousands of times during every hunt. Saving weight there has a much bigger impact than shaving a few hundred grams off your backpack.

The lightweight design of the Crispi Lapponia helps reduce fatigue, keeps your legs fresher, and lets you cover more country before your body starts telling you it's had enough.

For active Kiwi hunters, that's a massive advantage for training hikes, summer scouting, and early season deer trips.

Comfortable Straight Out of the Box

One thing Crispi has become famous for is comfort.

The Lapponia is no exception.

The supportive fit hugs your foot well without feeling restrictive, making it an excellent choice for long days in the hills. The fit feels true to size for me, and the break-in time was short enough that I was comfortable on the first few outings.

Whether you're heading out for a quick evening hunt after work or spending five days chasing roaring stags, comfort matters.

Blisters ruin hunts.

The Lapponia is designed to help prevent them.

Boot Features With the Lapponia GTX

The Lapponia GTX version adds weather protection for mixed conditions, and the water-repellent nubuck upper gives the boot a tough, practical feel. The EVA midsole keeps the ride cushioned without making it feel soft or unstable, and the boot is more flexible than many traditional hunting boots.

That combination makes it a strong choice for mild terrain types, side-hill travel, and all-day movement where a heavier boot would feel clumsy.

Bush Today. Alpine Tomorrow.

While the Lapponia really shines in the New Zealand bush, don't underestimate what it can do above the bushline.

For hunters carrying moderate loads into the tops after tahr, chamois or alpine red deer, it offers an excellent balance between flexibility and support. It also works well as an all-around boot for family camping weekends and general use around camp.

It's not designed to replace a heavy-duty mountaineering boot when carrying extreme loads across endless scree, but for the vast majority of hunting situations in New Zealand, it's right in the sweet spot.

That versatility is exactly why so many hunters choose it as their everyday hunting boot.

Crispi Quality You Can Trust

Crispi has spent decades building some of the world's best hunting footwear.

Every pair is designed specifically for hunters who spend serious time outdoors, with premium materials, quality construction and attention to detail that becomes obvious the moment you lace them up.

The Italian-made Lapponia feels like a proper piece of kit, and the craftsmanship shows in the way the boot holds up over time.

Is the Crispi Lapponia Worth It?

Absolutely.

If your hunting involves covering plenty of ground, chasing red deer through thick New Zealand bush, or making regular trips into the alpine tops, the Crispi Lapponia is one of the best lightweight hunting boots available.

It delivers good traction, strong ankle support, and the kind of good side-hill performance that active hunters notice straight away.

At Remlite, we're passionate about lightweight hunting equipment because we know it helps you hunt harder, stay out longer and enjoy every trip into the hills.

If you're looking for a hunting boot that feels light on your feet without compromising performance, the Crispi Lapponia deserves to be at the very top of your shortlist.

Explore the Crispi Lapponia and our full range of Crispi hunting boots at Remlite, and get properly equipped for your next New Zealand hunting adventure.