Lundhags Scout

[tanto]

After some time of research my choice fell on Lundhags Scout (180€). Wanted a functional and comfortable shell boot that could resist water and had a long lifetime.

Good socks are important for boot climate so i got 2 pairs of Bridgedale Coolmax Liner (12€) and Bridgedale Trekker (17 €).

First impressions are good. Boots are watertight after using Lundhags wax twice before serious usage. Comfortable but will get even better after breaking them in. The only downside this far must be that they arent that good on asfalt becouse of the stiff sole, acceptable but not good. The socks are excellent, im glad i bought them instead of using my old socks from the military service. Makes all the difference after a long walk.

 

[jdlenton]

They look like a good pair of boot too high in the leg for me though. let us know what there like when you've broken them in

James

 

[scruff]

I got a pair of Scouts sometime ago from another member. They are a jolly good boot, I do find them most comfortable but I'd agree with tanto in that they can seem a little 'firm heeld/soled' on hard ground....but then i don't tend to go bushcrafting in town

They seem built to last and I've already got my moneys worth out of 'em (£25!!!!!).

I'd definitely recommend them.

 

[Eric_Methven]

I have the Lundhag ski mountaineering boots (square toe and extended heel to take cross country bindings) although I use them mostly for working in the woods. I find them most comfortable with loop stitched socks next to the skin and a pair of seal skin waterproof breathable socks over them. I've had mine since 1985 and they are still going strong.

Eric

 

[addyb]

Congratulations, those look like really great boots!

Having a good pair of boots is probably the most important bit of kit a person can have. If you're spending all day on your feet, the last thing you need is bad footwear. Blisters and wet socks sap energy, and kill your morale.

Good on ya!

Adam

 

[Alfa]

I have the Lundhag ski mountaineering boots (square toe and extended heel to take cross country bindings) although I use them mostly for working in the woods. I find them most comfortable with loop stitched socks next to the skin and a pair of seal skin waterproof breathable socks over them. I've had mine since 1985 and they are still going strong.

Eric

@Eric_Methven
Any place where one still can get them? Thet seem to have vanished from earth!

 

[Eric_Methven]

I've no idea if you can still get them. Mine are still in good condition so I've never needed to look for a replacement pair.

Eric

 

[bothyman]

I got a pair of these a few weeks ago quite pleased with them so far.

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MickT

 

[leon-1]

I got a pair of these a few weeks ago quite pleased with them so far.

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MickT

They look nice enough boots, but I have a problem with thier range. All of thier boots have gore-tex right up untill you hit "wellies".

I have had boots with goretex in them before and I am not a very big fan of them, good old fashioned leather will do the job more than adequately.

 

[bothyman]

They look nice enough boots, but I have a problem with thier range. All of thier boots have gore-tex right up untill you hit "wellies".

I have had boots with goretex in them before and I am not a very big fan of them, good old fashioned leather will do the job more than adequately.

But at the price I got them for they are good enough, but I usually buy the all leather boots too.
I got them off Ebay, brand new, never used, still in box, £41 so the price was right thats why I bought them.

MickT

 

[JonnyP]

I know nothing about the boots, but they certainly look up for it, but those socks, the bridgedale coolmax liners combined with the trekkers are the best socks I have found for walking and are designed for use in gortex boots. Really comfortable and wick well..........

 

[Graham_S]

don't lundhangs boots have rubber below the ankle?

 

[Adi]

Lunghags are great boots, i used them right through my army carrier and whilst working around the world after leaving the army. They are by far the best boot i have ever used. One point i will make about them though, they have a very narrow foot construction which i found out with my very first pair so you need to take particular care with fitting. For this reason i buy them direct from Lundhag and send them all my foot measurements and a outline drawing as per there instructions of both my feet. This effort has proved its self to me as i have not experienced any further problems.

My last pair a fox stole one boot from my back door and i never found it. I plan to replace them but have not got around to it yet. I will be going for the Ranger high.