Looking for a good pair of walking boots
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As the title really,I want a pair of everyday walking/hiking boots/shoes.
The ones I have at the moment seem to be lethal in wet, or icy conditions, there seems to be no grip whatsoever.
I want an ankle height boot, not ones that go up the calf,would also consider shoes.
Any recommendations gladly looked at, thanks
The ones I have at the moment seem to be lethal in wet, or icy conditions, there seems to be no grip whatsoever.
I want an ankle height boot, not ones that go up the calf,would also consider shoes.
Any recommendations gladly looked at, thanks
Depends on what you mean by everyday walking/hiking. A few years ago I chucked away my boots and bought a pair of Salamon XA Pros. They look like nothing more than trainers but have lasted years and can handle everything I throw at them. Grip really well and come in Goretex lined variants.
If you don't need sturdy boots for what you're doing then I'd definitely consider them.
If you don't need sturdy boots for what you're doing then I'd definitely consider them.
I presume El Stovey means Brashers - now taken over by Berghaus.
I've been through multiple boots in the last two years and here's my verdict..
First pair- cheap canvas boots from trespass, supposed to be waterproof. They weren't, sole came away after 2 months.
Second pair - upgrade at trespass following return of first pair. Leather boots. Were waterproof but simply collapsed into a useless pile of leather after 5 months
Third pair - learning my lesson and after consulting the PH archives bought a pair of leather Brashers. Lovely boots, needed some breaking in but were solid and waterproof although heavy. However, both boots split across the toeline after 10 months (I'd supplemented these with a pair of merrell walking shoes for the summer). However I did get a refund on the Brashers.
I looked for more Brashers, to discover they are now Berghaus - although they still sell the brasher boots, just rebranded. I actually decided on a different pair of Berghaus in the end and they've been great, lightweight, waterproof, comfortable from day one. I'd recommend.
So - don't buy cheap and go try some on - find the ones that feel right
I've been through multiple boots in the last two years and here's my verdict..
First pair- cheap canvas boots from trespass, supposed to be waterproof. They weren't, sole came away after 2 months.
Second pair - upgrade at trespass following return of first pair. Leather boots. Were waterproof but simply collapsed into a useless pile of leather after 5 months
Third pair - learning my lesson and after consulting the PH archives bought a pair of leather Brashers. Lovely boots, needed some breaking in but were solid and waterproof although heavy. However, both boots split across the toeline after 10 months (I'd supplemented these with a pair of merrell walking shoes for the summer). However I did get a refund on the Brashers.
I looked for more Brashers, to discover they are now Berghaus - although they still sell the brasher boots, just rebranded. I actually decided on a different pair of Berghaus in the end and they've been great, lightweight, waterproof, comfortable from day one. I'd recommend.
So - don't buy cheap and go try some on - find the ones that feel right
Johnniem said:
http://www.keenfootwear.com/en-gb/ Very very good kit.
Funnily enough I was going to recommend Keen.I've got Keen which I'm running alongside a pair of North Face and a pair of Magnums, the Keens are the comfiest by far.
I also have Zamberlans but only bought them after spending over an hour trying on about eight different brands of boots to find the ones that fitted me the best. Have do e several long hikes in them (20mls +) & many shorter walks, always been watertight & very comfortable with great grip.
I've some Brasher, I like them but not really waterproof despite regular leather treatment.
I bought some el-cheapo but guaranteed waterproof trainer style Karrimore walking shoes from Mountain Warehouse. The're only £30, but done really really well.
So I hardly wear my Brasher's anymore. If it's really wet and muddy as it has been over the last couple of months I just wear cheapo dunlop wellies with expensive socks. A bit dryer and Karrimore shoes.
I do 5-8 miles a day across (sometimes waterlogged) farmland. My feet are always dry and comfortable.
I bought some el-cheapo but guaranteed waterproof trainer style Karrimore walking shoes from Mountain Warehouse. The're only £30, but done really really well.
So I hardly wear my Brasher's anymore. If it's really wet and muddy as it has been over the last couple of months I just wear cheapo dunlop wellies with expensive socks. A bit dryer and Karrimore shoes.
I do 5-8 miles a day across (sometimes waterlogged) farmland. My feet are always dry and comfortable.
I've got Asolo Fugitives at the moment, which fit me well, but I needed to go up half a size.
I've also had Aku boots as well if you're not too bothered about them being waterproof. Maybe have a look at Salomon Quests too, they're usually on offer somewhere and can be had for less than £100 sometimes. Popular with dangerous men with beards if that helps.
I've also had Aku boots as well if you're not too bothered about them being waterproof. Maybe have a look at Salomon Quests too, they're usually on offer somewhere and can be had for less than £100 sometimes. Popular with dangerous men with beards if that helps.
I can definitely recommend Meindl. Had a pair for 2-3 yrs now and they are as comfy sturdy and waterproof as new. I'd guess I walk 30/40 miles a week in them and to be honest I'm pretty bad at looking after them, they get soaked I put them by a radiator to dry...
Think mine were £130ish. Before them I seemed to be buying a new pair at least once a year. Note I have powerfully built size 12 feet
Think mine were £130ish. Before them I seemed to be buying a new pair at least once a year. Note I have powerfully built size 12 feet
Marvtec said:
I can definitely recommend Meindl. Had a pair for 2-3 yrs now and they are as comfy sturdy and waterproof as new. I'd guess I walk 30/40 miles a week in them and to be honest I'm pretty bad at looking after them, they get soaked I put them by a radiator to dry...
Think mine were £130ish. Before them I seemed to be buying a new pair at least once a year. Note I have powerfully built size 12 feet
My 3 Season boots are over 20 years old & still going strong. Nothing like your use but still. Size 13.5. I have looked after them though. Think mine were £130ish. Before them I seemed to be buying a new pair at least once a year. Note I have powerfully built size 12 feet
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