Guest vin Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Hello all, I've got my trusty Aigle wellies..and they are great. But Ive been struggling with my boots.. Last pair I got were the Harkila gtx pro 10" and they have lasted half a season and are already leaking water. . .Im sendeng them back,but i've been told there now made in china and of shit quality. I'm in need of a new pair and wondered what next. . .? My mate likes the Meindl and they have lasted a while so far with no probs...but other mates say there not so good...? I've been reccomended the Lowas and told they can last the distance and some hard graft..Also the british Army version of the Lowas gortex lined etc etc but not genuine lowa's ? any clues ? Has anyone got any info ? Im not arsed about labels/name tags etc etc ..just the quality of build and the ability to stand up to some graft. Nowt worse than wet feet on a long walk. atb Vin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
reddawn 2,173 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 i think most of the good boots are as good as each other, some got better support, some look better but if ye buying a pair of boots an want a good pair ye will be paying around 200, lowa's are good an i never had any complaints with mine, i never had meindles personally but i know a few that wear em regular an swear by em, i tried altbergs in the army an was really pleased with them, so when my trusty ole lowa's geed up the ghost i went an tried another pair of altberg, i wear em now an think they are good as any iv had before, my lamping buddy had them harkila yins oot johnnorris on special offer tho, they wasnae full leather an they are kafookered now, wheras my altbergs i got at same time are still like new Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gonetoearth 5,144 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 scarpa made in italy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
reddawn 2,173 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 scarpa made in italy geez a link to the good scarpa yins Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ripstop 89 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Lowa mountain are excellant boots, tried and tested, ive also got a pair of Meindl Makula, proper solid boot, rigid though, but very comfortable, also got a pair of lennons fell boots, some love, some hate, now me personally, I love them. What do you want them for? I would go with a trusted make like Lowa, not saying others aint reccomended, but with all the materials changing on some brands, then go for whats the most rated. As said ive never heard a bad word said. Look about, and you will pick up a pair for about 135 upwards. Why try all the fancy makes like harkila, seeland etc when you will always be thinking are these boots gonna last the day ahead. ATB Ripstop. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JohnGalway 1,043 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Meindl - but you need to take proper care of them, they're not wellies. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gonetoearth 5,144 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Meindl - but you need to take proper care of them, they're not wellies. as with all boots john if the get wet dry em and good clean and saddle soap Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NEWKID 27,393 Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 I've got miendl boots, comfy, waterproof and lasted a few years and still going strong..... I use mead foot oil on them to protect them, prefer boots and gaters to wellies..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NEWKID 27,393 Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 I've got miendl boots, comfy, waterproof and lasted a few years and still going strong..... I use neatfoot oil on them to protect them, prefer boots and gaters to wellies..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest vin Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 thanks chaps. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
reddawn 2,173 Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 go altberg vinny, keep ye pounds in england 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nothernlite 18,089 Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 just bought a pair of lowa hunter was going to buy alberg but the thought of giving my money to england stopped me lol only kidding if i was buying alberg i would like to go and get measured for them do it right. Had scarpa solo boots 4 seasons by f--k there sore on your feet a very stiff boot good quality but not for me hopefully the lowa will do for a few seasons happy with them so far atb Quote Link to post Share on other sites
scothunter 12,609 Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Altberg is a great boot. I also would like to get measured for a pair, but have to say no problem of the shelf either. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest vin Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Harkilas went back today. A mate of mine said to have a look at these on fleebay.. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Size-8-british-lowa-boots-in-excellent-condition-/170911245765?pt=UK_Collectables_Militaria_LE&hash=item27cb1aa5c5 anyone tried em or know if there anygood ? IF you buy a pair of Lowas/meindle/Altberg etc etc off the shelf/online etc -do you go for same as your normal shoe size or a larger size. .? I found the Harkilas a bit tight in my shoe size and buy the end of a long day couldnt wait to get em off. . .I can wear mi Wellies all day and night...lol. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
scothunter 12,609 Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Always get a half size bigger if I can. You can always wear two pair socks, if you think they need it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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