Can rattlesnakes bite through boots?

Can rattlesnakes bite through boots?

Most snake bites happen in the calf area. If a rattlesnake bites straight on, attacking the shaft of your cowboy boot, it will certainly penetrate the leather.

Can snakes bite through thick rubber boots?

A snake bite on a rubber boot could penetrate the rubber but not reach your leg, but on a work boot, if the snake’s fangs break through, it could very well lead to a nasty bite.

What kind of boots protect against snake bites?

Heavy leather cowboy boots, like the Ariat Workhogs, provide adequate protection against snake bites.