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Post by Pete Tyjas on Nov 17, 2016 16:33:35 GMT
I spent what seemed at the time a lot on a pair of Le Chameau boots but now after 16 years of a lot of use they are on their last legs. The cost per wear has meant they have been worth every penny and are extremely comfortable too.
Can you recommend any other brands that are equally as hard wearing or should I stick with what I know and like?
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Post by boisker on Nov 17, 2016 18:59:00 GMT
The main top brands are all pricey so in your position I'd be tempted to stick with what I knew. I bought Jen a pair of Aigles- www.aigle.com/en_uk/parcours-2-iso-5913.htmlShe loves them, really warm, comfortable, can walk miles in them.. a number of the hunting set have them in the village, very good reviews all round. I'm gonna get myself a pair.... when I can afford them  |
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Post by robmason on Nov 17, 2016 21:46:29 GMT
Like you say Pete, cost per wear they have to be good value.
My current boots are the relatively humble "muck boot" which I like a lot but clearly no class when compared with Le Cham!
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Post by boisker on Nov 17, 2016 22:30:48 GMT
Yeah I've got some muck boots for occasional use at work, there fine to wear for a while and on fairly even ground but they give no support to ankles
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Post by Pete Tyjas on Nov 19, 2016 8:14:45 GMT
I have the Muck boot ankle highs Rob and wear them when stillwater winter fishing, they are excellent and warm too.
Many thanks for the Aigle tip Boisker, will take a look at them.
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Post by toby on Nov 19, 2016 18:23:38 GMT
Aigle and Toggi, like Le Chameau are so much warmer because of the neoprene lining. I have Toggi and and bought my girlfriend Chams for using at the yard. The difference I think is in the rubber, Le Chameau are far more flexible than the others.
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Post by devondabbler on Nov 19, 2016 22:47:55 GMT
I have a pair of neoprene lined Le Chameau that have lasted me 12 years of hard wear both fishing and shooting / dog walking. They are now on their last legs and have been replaced with a pair of Aigle wellies.
I found the Le C's very comfortable but too hot in warm weather. The Aigle replacements have better ankle support and I went for a non neoprene pair - The theory being thermal socks in the winter. I may live to regret this!!!
Paul
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Post by Pete Tyjas on Nov 20, 2016 18:54:59 GMT
Thanks guys, will investigate further
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2016 19:00:27 GMT
Le Chameau all the way for me...............................................but Aigle are as good - I just don't like the colour as much.
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Post by devondabbler on Nov 21, 2016 9:41:49 GMT
Just out of interest - I thought I would be clever and buy my new pair out in France - thinking they would be cheaper - I was wrong - Got them in the end at Ladds in Crediton - seemed to be as good value as anywhere - There is a good hardware shop in Chagford - with an upper level just devoted to wellies - might be worth a visit and trying on some different makes / styles.
PS - Looks like you need them at the moment!!!
Paul
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Post by Pete Tyjas on Nov 21, 2016 13:17:00 GMT
Wore my Muck ankle jobs this morning walking the dog, not much traction and nearly went down on a number of occasions!
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Post by boisker on Nov 21, 2016 14:54:35 GMT
A wetsuit and canoe may be a better purchase this morning Pete..  Main Street in Branscombe by the Village hall... nearly got my rod out for a practice cast |
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Post by boisker on Nov 21, 2016 14:54:56 GMT
duplicate post deleted...
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Post by Pete Tyjas on Dec 6, 2016 18:50:41 GMT
Thanks for the suggestions, I went for a pair of vortex walking boot/trainer cross that are light waterproof and so far, are really comfortable. Will be interesting to see how they hold up in thick mud!
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