Home Log in or Register

Message Forums

Welcome Guest

Reception - All Forums

Other Outdoor Activities, Days Out and Places to Visit

Topic: Walking Boots

Gemini-Lou

30/8/2013 at 9:52am
Location: Lancashire
Outfit: Vermount L Vango Orchy 600

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 07/8/2005

Silver Member

Forum Posts: 159

Site Reviews Total:	4

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Hi
would like to join a rambling group, walk a lot by my self.
But I need to replace my walking foot wear with something decent but not to expensive, are there any recomends for somewhere with decent choice and good advice, as I have arthritus in feet.
Am in the Bolton area and will travel out to get the right ones.
Thank in advance

-------------
Smile - There is no such thing as the wrong weather, just the wrong clothing.

dk168

30/8/2013 at 11:02am
Location: Devizes Wiltshire
Outfit: MWB VW Crafter PVC

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 19/6/2009

Diamond Member

Forum Posts: 9596
Tent Reviews: 6

Site Reviews Total:	56

Site Reviews 2024:	9
Site Reviews 2023:	9
Site Reviews 2022:	8
Site Reviews 2021:	9
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	45
Site Nights 2023:	47
Site Nights 2022:	46
Site Nights 2021:	34
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

I used to wear walking boots in the price range of 30-40 GBP purchased from a Regetta outlet, and they were fine for short trips.

I then invested on a pair of Salomon Quest 4D GTX boots from Go Outdoors, and was amazed by the difference in comfort when I was trying them on in the store that I overlooked they were half a size too small (it is advisable to get boots half a size bigger than normal for the feet to expand).

GO Salomon Quest 4D GTX for Women

A good outdoor equipment shop will have a selection of walking boots/shoes for you to try on.

Take your time and walk around the shop, up and down the slope if provided indoors like GO.

DK

-------------
* Apple The Campervan - A Van For Work, Rest And Play! *
- 2025 - inc. FR & DE
- 2024 - 10/56 inc. FR & NL
- 2023 - 48 inc. FR
- 2022 - 49
- 2021 - 34
* Ex-tenter & solo female camper *
* Treat life events like a dog: If you can't eat it, play with it, or hump it, p1$$ on it and walk away! *

debbied

30/8/2013 at 5:17pm
Location: Sunny Cornwall.
Outfit: Too many tents to fit in this space!!!

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 01/6/2007

Gold Member

Forum Posts: 223
Tent Reviews: 2

Site Reviews Total:	0

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

I highly recommend a visit to Costwolds, they have a great range and very well trained boot fitters. I needed a new pair last year and they took about 5 different measurements from each foot, looked at how I walked and what I needed from a boot before recommending several to me to try. They also have a funny rocky slope thing you can walk on to feel how the boots fit when walking on uneven ground and up/down hill. Finally when I went back after the first use of the boots they sorted a slight movement at the heels with a special wedge lift that fits under the insole -free of charge! My walking boots are now more comfortable than my slippers.
Maybe not the cheapest place to go but there is nothing worse than badly fitting walking boots which in my experience end up costing you more in the long run as you just don't get the wear out of them.

linky

Gemini-Lou

30/8/2013 at 9:57pm
Location: Lancashire
Outfit: Vermount L Vango Orchy 600

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 07/8/2005

Silver Member

Forum Posts: 159

Site Reviews Total:	4

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Thank you

-------------
Smile - There is no such thing as the wrong weather, just the wrong clothing.

Poppy9560

30/8/2013 at 11:11pm
Location: Kent coast
Outfit: Gelert Navajo 4

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 12/7/2010

Gold Member

Forum Posts: 412
Tent Reviews: 1

Site Reviews Total:	6

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

if you join the Ramblers you get a discount voucher for 15% off - may be worth waiting until that arrives to actually purchase your boots (thin it was for Cotswold) you also get 10% off at Millets and Blacks as a rambler

Bernie47

30/8/2013 at 11:34pm
Location:
Outfit:

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 05/7/2006

Diamond Member

Forum Posts: 5533
Tent Reviews: 1

Site Reviews Total:	13

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Have a look at Grisport boots, they are not cheap but are 100% waterproof and really comfortable.

I also have a couple of pairs of Grisport walking shoes for everyday use as I live in the country and normal shoes last no time at all.

-------------
Bernie

thetootells

05/9/2013 at 7:32pm
Location: Lancs.
Outfit: Easycamp Taranto

View Profile

Quote

Joined: 18/5/2003

Silver Member

Forum Posts: 171

Site Reviews Total:	4

Site Reviews 2024:	0
Site Reviews 2023:	0
Site Reviews 2022:	0
Site Reviews 2021:	0
Site Reviews 2020:	0
Site Reviews 2019:	0
Site Reviews 2018:	0

Site Nights 2024:	0
Site Nights 2023:	0
Site Nights 2022:	0
Site Nights 2021:	0
Site Nights 2020:	0
Site Nights 2019:	0
Site Nights 2018:	0

Most good boot suppliers will let you return boots if you have only worn them inside and found them unsuitable. So whatever you chose ask this question and if you have time wear them round the house a bit in case they are not right

In order to post a reply you will need to register, or if already registered please log in here

Prev Next
Quick Links - All Forums - Other Outdoor Activities, Days Out and Places to Visit - Top of Page

Printable version

Latest News, Discounts and Competitions see all...

6260 Visitors online !

Free UKCampsite.co.uk Window Sticker - Recommend to Friend - Add a Missing Campsite

[Message Forums] [Caravan Sites & Camping] [Company Listings] [Features / Advice] [Virtual Brochure] [Shop!]
[Reception] [Competitions] [Caravans & Motorhomes For Sale] [Event Diary] [Contact Us] [Tent Reviews]

Please note we are not responsible for the content of external sites & any reviews represent the author's personal view only. Please report any error here. You may view our privacy and cookie policy and terms and conditions here. All copyrights & other intellectual property rights in the design and content of this web site are reserved to the UKCampsite.co.uk © 1999 - 2024

UKCampsite.co.uk
2024 Advent Calendar

24 Daily Prizes PLUS a Christmas Day Star Prize worth £999

Request a Reminder