Lightweight, Breathable, Waterproof Boots for summer stalking

[Demetrius]

I've used this for years on Nubuck and suede boots (from new):

Nikwax Nubuck and Leather Suede Proofing

The Nikwax Nubuck and suede proofing is water-based waterproofing for nubuck and suede footwear. This product is recommended for use on Gore-Tex and Sympatex footwear. Can be applied by either spraying or sponging onto wet boots to provide highly durable water repellency.

www.philipmorrisdirect.co.uk

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[Keith Edmunds]

Tracker Leather AT II Mens
K

I had a good look at those - very interesting

 

[VSS]

Normally 9..EU 43

Tiny feet!
My spare clodhoppers would be no good to you, unfortunately.

 

[Klenchblaize]

I had a good look at those - very interesting

Yes, they are "Marmite" in terms of looks, and performance wise will either be brilliant or rubbish. No middle ground.

K

 

[Keith Edmunds]

Tiny feet!
My spare clodhoppers would be no good to you, unfortunately.

Small feet....Big.......Nose

 

[Keith Edmunds]

Thanks for all replies. I've gone for two solutions

1.) A pair of Ottershell waterproof socks (for use in the Craghopper Salado's

2.) A pair of Haix Black EagleAthletic GTX V2.0

 

[shotguntom]

Mine leaked !

I’ve had mine years and never had an issue

 

[NickJ]

These with a spray of waterproofer For Sale: - Lowa Desert Boots size 9

 

[T2662075]

For summer time i just use issue jungle boots and non synthetic socks. After all being warmer temperature wise and then going home again so its no biggie getting wet feet. Plus the jungle boots dry quickly and natural fibre socks breath with your feet. Wouldn't ever touch goretex socks with a barge pole, had some awful issue ones once, we all binned them off.
Horses for courses though, boots are a very personal thing.

 

[Keith Edmunds]

Fair play to Craghoppers - after an initial issue with its AI customer service - they've given a full refund on the Salado boots for not being waterproof. They are really, really comfy and lightweight so, on those dry dawns/dusks they'll get plenty of use and as a non-waterproof or semi-waterproof boot, they are worth the current retail price.

 

[tozzybum]

Glad you found something that works.
My poderist compromised instead of orthopedic foot wear after amputation made a missing bits insole to suit any footwear.
Keeping me active without having various items of footwear.