Boots

[dankidd]

So, after lots of patience and lots of very sore heels I've decided that I can no longer put up with my Muck Boots any longer! I seem to suffer from a common problem with them where they absolutely destroy your heels regardless of how many pairs of socks or what kind of socks your wearing!

I used to have a pair of Barbour hiking boots which lasted a long time. What would people reccomend as a new comfortable boot?

[la bala]

Is it down to fit, it sounds like they are rubbing.

[Harnser]

I have worn Karrimore leather boots for many years . They are warm waterproof and comfortable and not badly priced . If you want to go all the way then look at the danner range .

P. Harnser

Edited December 11, 2014 by Harnser

[Daveo26]

I never have much luck with Wellies they either rub or are just uncomfortable.

I stick to boots where lots of walking is expected.

Iv got 3 pairs I rotate so iv always got a dry pair.

Two pairs of lowas and a pair of hanwags.

The hanwags are excellent, they have a rubber over toe thing which protects them.

They are warm and dry and comfortable but took ages to wear in.

Lowas are cheaper but don't take any wearing in and are pretty good.

[dankidd]

I've seen these... What do you think:

http://www.rockyboots.com/rocky-mens-boots/rocky--sport-utility-max-insulated-waterproof-boot/FQ0007481.html?dwvar_FQ0007481_color=21#start=1

[welshwizard]

for rough shooting and wildfowling I always bought "Uniroyal Hunters "the current pair I have had for about ten years, find them real comfortable but you have to be careful with barbed wire as they will tear or pierce , clay shooting I use a pair of leather walking boots

currently "Brashers" .

[pull2007]

just got a pair off ebay very comfy PROLOGIC MAX 4 SEASON 52 QUID I HATE WELLYS SO GOT THESE THER A LONGISH BOOT

Edited December 11, 2014 by pull2007

[ozzy518]

Depends on what boots you are after, wellies or hiking type things.

I use Aigle parlours ISO wellies, very warm and comfortable. As for other boots I use Meindl Dovre extreme. Had these for 5 years and no real sign of wear yet.

Unfortunately they ain't cheap but after buying cheaper boots in the past and having wet cold feet decided to get a reliable pair

[Harry Callahan]

I wear wellies for work in the winter and, spend what you like, they are all **** compared to a decent pair of boots!!!

 

As mentioned above by Harnser (and iv said on another threat on same topic), iv recently bought a pair of Karrimor hiking boots for £40 from SportsDirect. So far i would say the quality of the boot is easily equal to something of £100. Get yourself a pair, and a pair of gaiters from John Norris for £12 and throw the wellies in the bin.

[Rst1990]

I've seen these... What do you think:

http://www.rockyboots.com/rocky-mens-boots/rocky--sport-utility-max-insulated-waterproof-boot/FQ0007481.html?dwvar_FQ0007481_color=21#start=1

I looked into getting a pair of rocky boots as the insulation is amazing at 1000g but disregarded as they are based in usa and couldn't find any uk dealers of the model I wanted.

[karm2803]

I use Solomon Quests I've had them about 7 years still waterproof and in good condition. You can pick a pair up for £135

[did i miss]

Did see that sportsman are keeping rocky boots

[The Essex Hunter]

I use Hi-Tec boots, they come in 1/2 sizes and fit like a glove from out the box....

 

TEH

[tiny tim]

muck boots are known for it ,mine are the same .....next set of willies are going aigle parcours they have a rubber bit on the heel so the neoprene wont wear out

[dankidd]

It's a shame because I love my muck boots but the heel is so unforgiving!

[Daveo26]

I ruined a pair of muckboots in 1/2 hr once.

Caught on barbed wire the first time out.

I fixed them with a wetsuit repair kit, I think they are dodgey on slightly slippy ground too.

[Ricko]

I bought some steel toe hikers from Screwfix.

Had to break them in a bit but now lovely and comfortable

[steve_b_wales]

I use Hi-Tec boots, they come in 1/2 sizes and fit like a glove from out the box....

 

TEH

Hi Tec Magnum boots (full leather) are excellent. I used a pair while trekking to base camp of Everest. Also used them in all weather conditions here. Well worth the money (around £90)

[dankidd]

Hi Tec Magnum boots (full leather) are excellent. I used a pair while trekking to base camp of Everest. Also used them in all weather conditions here. Well worth the money (around £90)

I use magnums for working on the doors! Brilliant boots!

[blasterjudd]

AIGLE ALL THE WAY..........

[captincaveman]

I have pair of meindl, cannot fault them.

[Mr. Merkel]

I use 2 pairs of Hoggs of Fife GT3000 WNSL boots they cost £82 for both pairs, took a while to beak in and are now really comfortable, waterproof and hard wearing, currently in the 3rd year.

[HDAV]

AIGLE ALL THE WAY..........

I have the parcours ISO 2 Welles but find them too warm when walking so going to get a pair of the aigle laforse boots £72 at mole valley delivered. To replace my hi-tec boots which I worn out (through the sole)....

[stu nesling]

altberg field and fell....top boot