Walking Boots Reviews

Walking Boots Reviews

Berghaus Explorer Ridge Plus GTX Walking Boot

Does The Berghaus Explorer Ridge Plus GTX Walking Boot Provide The Comfort And Functionality Promised?

Berghaus Explorer Ridge Plus GTXThe Berghaus Explorer Ridge Plus GTX Walking Boot isn’t the sort of boot that many will take a second look at based on the looks. Yet, there are some interesting points to the design and specification that will be of interest to keen walkers.

This is a high-rise books in the sense that the heel is 35 mm from the ground, but it is not high compared to the rest of the shoe.

It also contains full-grain abrasion resistant British leather on the uppers and a strong lace-up closure, among other things. [Read more…]

Merrell Men’s Grassbow Hiking Boots

Does The Merrell Men’s Grassbow Hiking Boots Do Enough To Keep Beginner And Experienced Walkers Happy?

Merrell Men's Grassbow Mid Sport Gore-Tex High Rise Hiking BootsOn first impressions, the Merrell Men’s Grassbow Hiking Boots look like your average pair of walking boots with a simple black and grey design from synthetic materials, a strong lace up closure and the promise of good stability and waterproofing for hikes.

The shoe has a flat heel, Gore-tex protection and a moulded tpu heel for extra stability.

There isn’t much within the specification that immediately leaps out, which suggests it is an accessible model for the everyday walker. Is this the case?

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Karrimor Bodmin IV Weathertite Hiking Boots

Could Karrimor Men’s Bodmin IV Weathertite Low Rise Hiking Boots Handle Bodmin Moor?

Karrimor Men’s Bodmin IV Weathertite Low Rise Hiking BootsThe Karrimor Men’s Bodmin IV Weathertite Low Rise Hiking Boots has a significant name.

Part of the name comes from a Cornish moor where adventurers and trekkers love to explore different terrain. They need the right pair of footwear in order to do so.

The Weathertite element refers to Karrimor’s patented material. This shoe boasts a Dynagrip outsole, leather outer, lace up closure and synthetic soul. It looks the part, but does it perform as required?

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Karrimor Men’s Hot Rock Walking Boots

A Spotlight on the Karrimor Hot Rock Walking Boots (with Weathertite Extreme Fabric) for Men

Today’s spotlight is on the Karrimor Mens Hot Rock Weathertite Waterproof Trekking Walking Boots. I used to own a pair of Karrimor boots myself, albeit not this particular model.

They were pretty durable and didn’t visibly deteriorate throughout their entire period of use, although from my personal experience, they weren’t the comfiest of boots.

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Northwest Territory Inuvit Trekking Boots

Quick Review: Durable and Waterproof Inuvit Trekking Boots by Northwest Territory

Northwest Territory Inuvit Trekking Boots

We’re all familiar with the big hitters of outdoor footwear, so today I’m going to introduce to you a relative newcomer to the scene: Northwest Territory.

The name brings to mind the beautiful Great Lakes region of North America, does it not?

You might not have heard of them before, but this Northampton-based company has steadily been carving out a reputation for reliable, rugged, and reasonably-priced footwear, perfectly geared towards outdoor work and leisure. Let’s have a quick look at their Inuvik Trekking Boots for men.

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Scarp Men’s Terra Walking Boots

Are The Scarpa Mens Terra Walking Boots As Tough And Reliable As They Look?

Scarpa Men's Terra Gore-TexThe Scarpa Mens Terra Walking Boots is a boot that immediately looks as though it should be up on the hills and trails, rather than walking around an urban landscape. This isn’t the most attractive boot out there.

Aside from the stitching and subtle branding, there is little going on design-wise. Still, this brown walking boot has a strong lace-up closure, full-grain leather uppers, a thick vibram sole and a good grip.

Are these shoes as well-designed for the great outdoors as they seem?

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