Poor Shot Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 Good Afternoon. I've been stung by the 'buy cheap, buy twice' thing after having a cheap pair of Jack Pyke boots split after less than 10 outings. Luckily the retailer was very understanding and offered a full refund on the spot, I even got to keep the boots which will do nicely for a spot of upcoming gardening work I have to do.. I'm torn on the old Aigle vs Le Chameau debate (I went Beretta by the way) and I would like to get some views on this or any alternatives? The boots will be used for everything from a muddy clay ground and dog walking to beating, walked up and driven shooting. They need to be able to deal fairly well with brambles, rough terrain and lots of use. I have small feet and quite narrow calfs so an adjustable boot is a must have. I've been looking at the Aigle Parcours 2 Vario or the LC Vierzon boots to give an idea of budget. Also been looking at the Percussion Rambouillet boots as an alternative which specification wise look to be a level above the other two. I look forward to seeing what you have to recommend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B391 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 After trying several over the years I am now using Aigle Parcours for the last 3 years with heavy use and they are still as new [almost], all i did was swap the in-sole for a Sorbothane Strike Insole. Trekked for hours with comfy dry feet and warmer in the winter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Best Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 Agile all day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCB56 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 My last pair of Le Chameau only lasted 25 yes 25 years before they started to leak, I use these now to beat in. The new pair are only 3 years old but so far so good. I hope these last as long as the old pair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papercase Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 I've had the chams for about 6 years - great longevity **** grip in my opinion. should be much more aggressive. I'll be going Aigle next time as I don't want to fall over as much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poor Shot Posted March 11, 2022 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 (edited) Thanks for the replies. Those who are claiming extreme longevity from their boots, over what conditions are they used? My main haunts are heavily wooded, brambles, streams etc and not soft game cover and open fields (sadly). Also, what model boots were they? I know both LC and Aigle make boots from £150 - £500+. Unfortunately I am at the bottom end of that scale. Edited March 11, 2022 by Poor Shot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTaylor91 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 I’ve had Aigle parcours iso 2’s for about 3 years. Worn almost daily apart from in summer. Can’t fault them. Have a look on Amazon they can sometimes be had for a bargain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Down South Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 Aigle neoprene lined, done 12 seasons and still going strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benbobailey Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 1 hour ago, Poor Shot said: Good Afternoon. I've been stung by the 'buy cheap, buy twice' thing after having a cheap pair of Jack Pyke boots split after less than 10 outings. Luckily the retailer was very understanding and offered a full refund on the spot, I even got to keep the boots which will do nicely for a spot of upcoming gardening work I have to do.. I'm torn on the old Aigle vs Le Chameau debate (I went Beretta by the way) and I would like to get some views on this or any alternatives? The boots will be used for everything from a muddy clay ground and dog walking to beating, walked up and driven shooting. They need to be able to deal fairly well with brambles, rough terrain and lots of use. I have small feet and quite narrow calfs so an adjustable boot is a must have. I've been looking at the Aigle Parcours 2 Vario or the LC Vierzon boots to give an idea of budget. Also been looking at the Percussion Rambouillet boots as an alternative which specification wise look to be a level above the other two. I look forward to seeing what you have to recommend. Aigle parcours 2. Hard wearing,comfortable, waterproof. I give mine a lot of wear and no problems. Regards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 I don’t wear wellies nowadays, but Have had all makes over the years, best by far were Aigle. The grippiest soles of anything I’ve worn due to the grips on the soles facing the opposite direction to those on the heel. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokingdragon Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 I bought some Dunlop Purofoot Safety Thermo + and these have lasted at least 5 years so far. During the winter months use them everyday as my land is quite wet (South Wales), dog walking, poultry sorting out, brushcutting and chainsawing, also survived Glastonbury Good fit and warm although because of the thermal sole they have quite deep treads and do hold a lot of mud which deposits buckets of mud outside the back door! My wife has the non thermal ones and equally as good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fellside Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 Just a word of caution. I would recommend trying on a few brands in a shop if poss’ - rather than buying off the net. In the end one or two welly types will shout comfort. Like walking boots the original last shape is important. They all differ slightly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billytheghillie Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 AIGLE, AIGLE, AIGLE! I am a full time ghillie and wear my Aigles 6 days a week, 11 month a year. I renew them every 3 years only because they start losing grip, neoprene lined ones. Do yourself a favour and go AIGLE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr grumpy Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 I have the leather lined lechameau and the aigle neoprene lined. The aigle are far more comfortable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmm243 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 I had a pair of Aigle that lasted maybe 15 years until they started to crack a bit.They got a lot of abuse but were brilliant. I am not a fan of lined wellies due to them making my feet sweat and I wear them most days of the week throughout the year so summer and lined boots do not agree with me. 3 years ago I needed a new pair of boots and happened to be in Decathlon. I bought a pair of their boots,full length side zip,not lined and at (I think) £60 I thought they couldn't be bad even if they didn't last.They have been brilliant, I will be getting another pair when they need to be replaced.Wear them shooting, picking up,fishing, when I am working at the bees and even staying if I know it is going to be very wet and they have been very comfortable and show no sign of wear. Can't remember the model but there was only 1 thst I saw with side zips that was not lined. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fellside Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 52 minutes ago, billytheghillie said: AIGLE, AIGLE, AIGLE! I am a full time ghillie and wear my Aigles 6 days a week, 11 month a year. I renew them every 3 years only because they start losing grip, neoprene lined ones. Do yourself a favour and go AIGLE. Yes very fine wellies - but only if the suit his foot / ankle shape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 2 hours ago, Fellside said: Just a word of caution. I would recommend trying on a few brands in a shop if poss’ - rather than buying off the net. In the end one or two welly types will shout comfort. Like walking boots the original last shape is important. They all differ slightly. This. Aigle have a narrow ankle aperture, which is good as it means it ensures a good fit and negates ‘wellie slap’, but you need to try them on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poor Shot Posted March 11, 2022 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 Thanks all, I appreciate the time you've taken to reply. I'm going to try both and see what's what. Sounds like both options are a good bet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powler Posted March 12, 2022 Report Share Posted March 12, 2022 I use the Parcours as they fit my trotters well, slimmer around the ankle. current pair are about four years old and are still going strong, comfy and warm. The wife has Le Chameau Ceres and she loves them, she says warm comfy and grippy, these are also about four years old, but that said brother in law had a new pair last year and they have split along the top of the sole. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesj Posted March 12, 2022 Report Share Posted March 12, 2022 Aigle! first pair lasted about 10 years then i tried Le Chameau they didn't fit as well and got used for work so only lasted a couple of years (not really the fault of the boots) I tried a pair of Harkilas they only lasted 11 months of little use. Now back to Aigle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clumber Posted March 12, 2022 Report Share Posted March 12, 2022 After trying Aigle, le chameau and finding them too narrow fitting for my wide feet and not fitting the calf, I've been impressed with GATEWAY1, pheasant game boots. Side zips, rear calf adjustable, excellent sole and grip, warm and extremely comfortable. Grip the whole of my feet and no heel slop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted March 13, 2022 Report Share Posted March 13, 2022 I’ve had Chams for 10 years now they got replaced but another pair not because their unserviceable but because my wife says they are now look tired and scruffy, coupled with she wanted to buy my a nice birthday present. So I’ve got a nice old comfy pair to wear and smart pair to watch the kids play rugby in🤪 My Aigles are not as comfy but get worn strimmering etc but are still tough and going strong, I just don’t like walking in them. Buy which ever fits you best. This sounds like a which shotgun response!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave53 Posted March 13, 2022 Report Share Posted March 13, 2022 Check out skellerup quatro wellies. Made in New Zealand on sale at Armoor priced at £115, seem like a good hard wearing boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joejoe Posted March 13, 2022 Report Share Posted March 13, 2022 The Skellerup Quattro are really good, been using mine for rough shooting, wildfowling and dog walking and hold up well. A bit heavy but not too bad, the do support my ankles well on rough ground. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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