Walking Boots in the UK

Submitted by 7ewis t3_10j9i9t in BuyItForLife

Does anyone here have a recommendation for boots used for going on dog walks around the UK?

I purchased some Timberlands less than a year ago and have been super disappointed, they look nice but the quality is AWFUL. I've only used the boots a few times per month and last week the laces snapped and the material started peeling off... I saw that in the US they have lifetime warranty, so tried contacting their support team to see what they'll do and they offered to review them and give a refund, however I've noticed the price has now almost doubled since I bought them. I can't justify paying that again, now I've seen the quality.

Ideally I'd like some boots that, when clean, could be worn on cold days and look decent - not like I'm a hiker. Saw some North Face boots recommended and some look nice, but they also seem to have similar poor build quality according to the reviews.

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spambearpig t1_j5j4ou4 wrote

Zamberlan if you want leather. Spend the cash, look after them and they will last a very very long time. I am on my second pair in 25 years.

Inov8 Roclite Pro if you do not want leather. They are a toughest lightweight (non-mountaineering) waterproof, walking boots I know of.

I do not rate North Face much and Timberland are not a proper outdoor brand.

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ConBroMitch t1_j5joase wrote

Can you buy Redwing on that side of the pond?

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Valek1001 t1_j5m9coj wrote

Yes you can. They have a shop in London.

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Diplogeek t1_j5oltyz wrote

You can, but I wouldn't necessarily recommend them for walking or hiking (I own a pair of moc toes).

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cbr090808 t1_j5j868h wrote

Scarpa ranger GTX. I have had mine for 3 years now and as long as they’re looked after, they keep you warm, supported, and dry.

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Tr3ndk1ll t1_j5jf4xq wrote

For decent quality at a low price look at surplus military boots, the ones I use are Meindl Combat Extreme often sold as German/Dutch army mountain boots.

Bought my first pair in 2020 and wore them daily walking the dog so early last year bought another pair so I can spread the wear and tear and if it's been really wet give them more time to dry out. They are goretex lined warm in winter and not too hot to wear even in summer, I'm a UK size 9 but in German shoes like these or adidas/puma I need to buy a half size larger, it's around £50-£60 for Grade 1 (very little wear) and £70-90 for Super Grade (practically new).

For other decent surplus boots there's Altberg, Haix and Lowa so lots of models and styles to choose from at a broad range of prices.

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CAElite t1_j5k066o wrote

British army boots are made by Altberg, you can buy them direct from the manufacturer, or buy some of their lines much more suited to casual walking. For about £200.

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shalita33 t1_j5kdkgo wrote

Altberg?

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TommyVasec t1_j6cfncg wrote

Can recommend, look for something with the least number of stitches joins possible, clean and wax regularly and don't dry them on a radiator

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aPir8 t1_j5npc0n wrote

Peter Storm are good, leather with metal eyes. They're often on sale at millets, I paid about £55 for the high version (Forget the name, possibly Eskdale).

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F-21 t1_j5slhmv wrote

Check out Jim Green boots, especially African Ranger or the Razorback models. African ranger is for a bit warmer weather, but probably ok for UK winters? Very simple and well made and relatively cheap... Razorback is a bit heavier and stiffer and thicker. I also like what the company stands for.

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Muncie4 t1_j5jdfgy wrote

We have no idea what looks decent to you.

We have no idea of your budget as BIFL footwear can be 200 to 10,000 quid.

You need goodyear welt construction boots as that is the hallmark of BIFL.

You are in luck as you live in one of the countries with many options. https://www.loake.com/ would likely be the affordable option with https://www.trickers.com/row/ being the step up. There are many steps up from those though.

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