Best boots for £300?

[Archie15]

Evening all.

I'm looking for some really decent boots. They'll be worn daily in Northern Scotland so waterproofing and ankle support is an absolute must. I have a budget of £300.

I'm hoping to get a pair that go up the ankles a bit (if that makes sense).

Anything I should look into/avoid? Cheers.

 

[slider]

I bought high calf Zamberlan's a few months ago and am very happy with them, think they were about £270

 

[Archie15]

I bought high calf Zamberlan's a few months ago and am very happy with them, think they were about £270

Thanks, I've heard very good things about Zamberlan's.

 

[75]

Whatever fits best. Sorry, can’t be more specific than that. Plenty of threads on here extolling the virtues of different brands but if they don’t suit your feet then they ain’t worth 30 quid never mind 300.

 

[Ronin]

You could consider Salomon Tundra winter boots

I’m on second pair - their warranty is good which is why I’m on second pair ,,,

Very warm and comfortable- the first pair developed a fault a few weeks ago (20 months into ownership

A few pictures on their warranty claim area if the web site and 48 hrs later I have nee boots

Can’t complain about that

 

[Sampo]

Invest in a pair of Sealskinz socks as well. I have a Lowa Hunter GTX Evo Extreme which has served me well.

 

[jcalleja91]

Salomon 100%

I've had several pairs of Forces 4D GTXs and Speed Assault boots now. Fantastic boots.

 

[Fair Hill]

Altberg.

 

[FISH BOY]

Hanwag Tatra tops GTX.

Found them to be very good.

 

[FISH BOY]

Salomon 100%

I've had several pairs of Forces 4D GTXs and Speed Assault boots now. Fantastic boots.

Also rate the Salomon as a great boot, but would consider mine more an autumn boot.

 

[lochty]

#1 for hanwag.

 

[75]

Invest in a pair of Sealskinz socks as well. I have a Lowa Hunter GTX Evo Extreme which has served me well.

Why do you want 2 lots of membrane in there? Gtx plus sealskinz is unnecessary.

 

[bob_lee_swagger]

Black Islander boots

Had a pair for 7 season doing 30+ days a year in heavy bramble, brush etc.

Excellent boots

 

[Sampo]

Why do you want 2 lots of membrane in there? Gtx plus sealskinz is unnecessary.

Sometimes inspite of the boots water does get in, espescially walking in snow. Once your feet are wet on a cold day, its uncomfortable. So its just a personal preference and the socks can go with other shoes as well.

 

[jackblack56]

The Dedito Moorlands are really good, £245 from them direct.

Good tip for them is to go half a size up from what you normally wear.

 

[Ross22]

Just got a pair of these, they have stiff soles so are great for walking on side slopes and using the toe to climb steeper sections. That give far more support than a traditional high leather hunting boot especially when it’s soaked.
Not seen them mentioned on here before.

Combined with a good pair of gaiters my feet have been dry after walking up becks and through bogs.

Hunting waterproof durable hunting boots La Sportiva KARAKORUM EVO GTX LA SPORTIVA | Decathlon

These boots have a waterproof Gore-Tex membrane to keep your feet dry. The 2.8 mm leather with stone guard offers good protection. The Vibram sole…

www.decathlon.co.uk

 

[Tegner]

Brandecosse

 

[ND308]

Before uni I used to work in outdoor instructing and mountain leading. Always used Scarpa stuff and they fit my feet well. I had previously used Salomon and loved them for comfort just not for durability or grip on rock.
As guys said above there are many good brands - Scarpa, lowa, meindl, zamberlan.
I would find a good shop or a good credit card to try as many different ones in different sizes as you can to see what is most comfy - especially if forking out up to £300.
(I’m also a Physio so would see a number of people with foot and ankle related injuries, so can speak from that side too..)

 

[Archie15]

Before uni I used to work in outdoor instructing and mountain leading. Always used Scarpa stuff and they fit my feet well. I had previously used Salomon and loved them for comfort just not for durability or grip on rock.
As guys said above there are many good brands - Scarpa, lowa, meindl, zamberlan.
I would find a good shop or a good credit card to try as many different ones in different sizes as you can to see what is most comfy - especially if forking out up to £300.
(I’m also a Physio so would see a number of people with foot and ankle related injuries, so can speak from that side too..)

Thanks! My employer will be buying them on my behalf, (thus the £300 budget hehe). Unfortunately, there aren't too many shops that stock boots up here in Orkney for some reason, so I'll just hope they fit when they arrive or they break-in to my foot shape nicely.

 

[farrieral]

I have a pair of the Moorland Dedito boots and have done for 5 years now. I'm a bit idle when it comes to caring for my boots, these have done 5 full pheasant seasons, both days on the peg and days picking (20/30 days a season on average) up and 3 full years of stalking.

I haven't looked after them, I've shod horses in them on many a winters day & bar replacing the laces once they've been perfect.

Love the ankle and solar support they offer. I'd buy another pair in a heartbeat, if they'd be as good as this first pair who knows.

Dedito Moorland: Waterproof, brown leather boot, non-scratch. | Dedito Boots LTD

Dedito Moorland: our original and best-selling model. These waterproof Moorland boots are designed to provide maximum support for your ankles and comfort for your feet. Made from soft Italian nubuck leather with a low maintenance, tough, scratch resistant PU coating. The boots are easy to clean...

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