Was boot browsing the other day in store after finishing shredding the uppers on my mucks. I have a pair of LaCrosse Granges I will wear on mornings I know i'm crossing water, but I HATE the lack of grip/traction on the bottom of the boot. Can't even climb a hill in those things without slipping. But anyways, came across the Dry Shod brand. Never had heard of them, but really liked the design of the Southland model.
dryshodusa.com
Did some research and they are a newer company. Apparently one of the main designers was one of the original Muck guys. Reviews are sparse, but I've wasted enough money on rubbers over the years, they are worth a shot. They have some muck-type material up top but are armored a lot more than mucks. Great traction/lugs on bottom. Fairly lightweight.
I'll post an update after I put a bunch of miles on them.