Ian Lancaster

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Re: how long should your boots last
« Reply #20 on: November 21, 2012, 05:38:27 pm »
I always used Peter Storm from Millets.  I've got weird feet, result of traumatic contact with a slab of concrete from 20 feet up in 1978.  I found these boots would mould to the shape of my feet after a couple of weeks, were the most comfortable I ever found and stayed waterproof until the day they fell apart (about 4 years).  I always made sure I gave them a good coat of dubbin every few weeks, especially in the winter.

craig mcneil

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Re: how long should your boots last
« Reply #21 on: November 21, 2012, 08:01:04 pm »
The problem I always have with my boots is that although the boots stay in great condition, the soles get worn away to nothing within six months.

Dani J

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Re: how long should your boots last
« Reply #22 on: November 21, 2012, 08:48:42 pm »
I bought these boots from toolstation. I wasnt expecting alot as they are so cheap but they lasted me 1 year and 2 months before water started coming in. They are really comfortable too. I am on my second pair now. Worth a go:

http://www.toolstation.com/shop/Workwear/Safety+Boots/All+Weather+S3+Safety+Boot+Size+11+46/d70/sd3246/p60874

Cheers,

Caleb

yes just bought a pair from screw fix, they are cheaper there, and very comfy boots, i have sprayed teflon on them so it might last longer. :)

mikeyfaerosyth

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Re: how long should your boots last
« Reply #23 on: November 21, 2012, 09:26:50 pm »
I estimate I've been through around 25/30 pairs of boots over the last 11 years,£30 or so( sometimes a lot more) hiking boots.

Now I use army pro boots (goretex).£25 ebay,http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Police-Prison-Army-Goretex-Assault-Duty-Boots-Size-11-/261129503703?pt=UK_Men_s_Shoes&hash=item3ccc8803d7,like these

These boots are completely waterproof,would not use any other type boots again.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GENUINE-ARMY-ISSUE-Pro-Combat-Gore-Tex-GTX-Boots-Vibram-Soles-Size-8L-BRAND-NEW-/150946526035?pt=UK_Men_s_Shoes&hash=item23251d3353

my next boots,good to have 2 pairs


PoleKing

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Re: how long should your boots last
« Reply #24 on: November 26, 2012, 10:24:19 pm »
Karrimor hiking boots TK Maxx for less than £50 usually last a year or so.
On my 5th pair. Comfortable. Funny-the soles wear out before the tops leak.

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