by iain_atkinson_1986 » Mon Apr 12, 2021 6:59 pm
Think most people on here will tell you to go to a shop and try them on... bit difficult at the moment but sizing can vary a fair bit between brands etc. Leather vs fabric is another issue too - leather will probably last longer but tend to be less comfy.
Meindl Bhutans are very popular. I had a pair but found after about 15 months they started to destroy my feet and have heard others have similar issues with them after a while.
I'm using Scarpa Rangers just now which are similar to the Bhutans but a bit more flexible. No real complaints.
In terms of fabric, Salomon pretty popular too, either the X Ultra 3 or Quest. My other half has a pair and says they're great. I've got a trainer pair and they seem decent. I'll probably look at Salomon or Salewa Mountain Trainers when I next get a pair.
Pretty much all of them will have a Goretex lining to make them waterproof. I would definitely encourage to shortlist boots with Goretex.
Last thing... gaiters will be a big help when you have to cross boggy ground.