Assault boot insoles???

[steve75]

Today i took delivery of a pair of British army assault boots. I have had these boots before and have been very happy in the past. The ones i got are grade 1 but looking at them they are like new. My last pair i fitted a cheap set of memory foam insoles. I am after insoles for my new pair what do you lot recommend???

 

[spandit]

I've put Superfeet in mine...

 

[Jackdaw]

The usual suspects are sorbothane insoles although they are pretty thick and should be tested with a decently thick pair of socks when sizing them up.

 

[steve75]

Any suggestions for something cheaper? The ones suggested so far cost more than the boots. Last pair i had some very cheap memory foam form the pound shop. I want something better this time but set a limit of £10 or less. Just to let you know I use the boots mainly for general day to day during bad weather and when i go fishing. No long hikes with kit or anything like that.

 

[Reaps72]

I say don't scrimp on your feet! I use sorbothane double strike in my mammut's which are B1 rated, super comfy!

 

[blacktimberwolf]

For every day use I like the 'cheese grater' type insoles but for hiking & all day wearing I use viper insoles..

 

[The Lord Poncho]

Superfeet Green - cost you £30ish, but last for years and years. Your feet, ankles, knees, and hips will be better aligned, and your body will thank you. Spend the money is my recommendation.

Soft squishy insoles are superficially comfortable, but actually don't really provide the correct support. Some people will get on with them, but most people will notice the difference (usually in their knees at the end of a day) when they change to a proper supportive insole. I have the superfeet green, but also a custom pair that cost me £125. Not too much difference in performance between the two to be honest. But a world of difference between the various cheap sorbothane and gel insoles I used to use.

 

[Greek1983]

Any suggestions for something cheaper? The ones suggested so far cost more than the boots. Last pair i had some very cheap memory foam form the pound shop. I want something better this time but set a limit of £10 or less. Just to let you know I use the boots mainly for general day to day during bad weather and when i go fishing. No long hikes with kit or anything like that.

Had these for my Greek Army Boots. 3 years later and still last.

http://www.spservices.co.uk/item/Magnum_MagnumM-PACTPlusComfortContouredInsole_0_8_3304_0.html

Magnum also offers another model

http://www.copshopuk.com/acatalog/Magnum_3D__Footbed_-_Size_6.html

 

[troopermaz]

what size are you i have a pair of the issue ones size 8 i can post em to you if you want em f.o.c.

 

[Shewie]

Another vote for Superfeet

 

[steve75]

what size are you i have a pair of the issue ones size 8 i can post em to you if you want em f.o.c.

Size 8 .

will send pm.

 

[ThriftyKnight]

Yeomans do a pretty decent insole for about £6.99

Moulded foam with shaped heel, gel pads under the heel and toes. They are comfy and pretty sturdy. I've got them in my workboots and running gear and they have lasted me for well over a year so far.