Kit I need, your recommendations?

[Too Much Kit To Carry]

[*]Walking Boots[/list]

IMHO - and I have done a bit of long distance walking: -

Lowa, Lowa, Lowa - I've found nothing better or more comfy. After some serious tabbing I find them still the best thing to put on my feet at the end of a long day.

They are worth every penny, last for ages and will do the business all day long

Phil.

 

[Nightwalker]

Thanks for that recommendation. Your not the first to point me in that right direction, and I will definatly follow that up now. My step-mother was nagging me this evening what do I was for xmas, lol, I said a pair of walking boots, she said what size are you? I said forget that im coming with you when your getting them Do they have them in Millets? I've only been in that store once (and I never focused on boots on my visit).

 

[Too Much Kit To Carry]

Thanks for that recommendation. Your not the first to point me in that right direction, and I will definatly follow that up now. My step-mother was nagging me this evening what do I was for xmas, lol, I said a pair of walking boots, she said what size are you? I said forget that im coming with you when your getting them Do they have them in Millets? I've only been in that store once (and I never focused on boots on my visit).

Millets don't sell Lowa boots to my knowledge.

Ebay is worth a look. My boots of choice would be these But then I find a high top boot more comfortable - which is not everyones cup of tea.

You might be able to find a Grade 1 used pair that you will still prolly pay £50+ for!! From memory the German army issue them only if the soldier has a foot problem - this might put you off a used pair I also belive that the German army used "Lowa" boots are made are made by 4 companies including Lowa - so it's pot luck that you will receive actual Lowas But on the plus side they are all made to the same standards - although there are some slight design differences.

Have a look at the used boots on ebay here

Hope this helps.

Phil.

 

[Zammo]

I just have a pair of Hi-Tec magnums the water proof ones. I bought them quite a while ago and don't really know if they'd be any good for hiking and such, as i've only used them for paintballing (a few years ago).

 

[Nightwalker]

Millets don't sell Lowa boots to my knowledge.

Ebay is worth a look. My boots of choice would be these But then I find a high top boot more comfortable - which is not everyones cup of tea.

You might be able to find a Grade 1 used pair that you will still prolly pay £50+ for!! From memory the German army issue them only if the soldier has a foot problem - this might put you off a used pair I also belive that the German army used "Lowa" boots are made are made by 4 companies including Lowa - so it's pot luck that you will receive actual Lowas But on the plus side they are all made to the same standards - although there are some slight design differences.

Have a look at the used boots on ebay here

Hope this helps.

Phil.

Thanks for more info.
I dont have £120 to spend on boots however my family have been asking what I want for xams. If I were going to spend over a £100 on boots for xmas, wouldnt I want to do it somewhere else other than eBay ideally? I mean with size & fitting etc. you can just take back to a shop and swap if need be?

 

[SMARTY]

Hey Nightwalker have you tried "the Bunker" near to Mole Valley Farmers at St Columb major. There are some fairly good boots at Trago at the moment.

 

[Too Much Kit To Carry]

Thanks for more info.
I dont have £120 to spend on boots however my family have been asking what I want for xams. If I were going to spend over a £100 on boots for xmas, wouldnt I want to do it somewhere else other than eBay ideally? I mean with size & fitting etc. you can just take back to a shop and swap if need be?

Hi Nightwalker,

I know that boots may seem to be expensive - but i believe, to a certain extent, that you get what you pay for. I've had many pairs of boots over the last 20+ years - but I've never had anything as good as Lowa's. I've couldn't bring myself to part with £150 for a new pair so I bought used from ebay, think I paid about 55 quid for them and they were Grade 1 - but they had seen plenty of action before they came to me. I also bought my other half a pair - she is a size 8 and her boots were stunning - virtually brand new.

As for trying boots on in shops - I can understand you may want to try various styles, sizes etc.

Perhaps it's worth contacting a couple of ebay sellers to see if they could sort you out a really nice pair in your size?

BTW - my Lowa's are gonna either need to be resoled - or put into retirement and I am now saving up for a new pair as a Christmas pressie to myself

Phil.

 

[Nightwalker]

Hi Smarty, no I've not tried that yet! I first learnt of "thebunker" warehouse not long ago from a friend of mine who designed their website (http://www.thebunkerwarehouse.co.uk/) I dont think its complete yet. But I certainly never knew it was: (quote from their website) "One of the largest military warehouses in the country." if it really is im tickled to have it so close to me! I only have to take 1 road for 5miles and im there! I'll show go there and check it out Monday. I will also checkout trago soon, thanks!

 

[Nathan Sturgess]

I used to have lowas but now I have a pair of Bestards from http://www.bushwear.co.uk/ProductDetails.aspx?product_id=96. also I have a pair of Merrell Chameleons which are also very comfy and are brilliant for fast and light hiking

 

[Nightwalker]

Thanks for that. I'll be checking out TheBunker warehouse, Millets & eBay soon.

 

[Nightwalker]

I havent yet made it to "The Bunker Warehouse" even though its not far down the road. Im going tomorrow! I heard from my friend whos designing their website that they stock Lowas boots! Also to note for some that are in the services; you can get a 10% discount there if you take your ID.