by Gareth Harper » Thu Oct 31, 2019 12:53 pm
Just depends on your feet David.
I’ve got a narrow heal and a wide forefoot, so finding boots that fit is not easy.
Annoyingly most manufacturers tell you little about their lasts, and the vast majority of staff in outdoor shops don’t have much of a clue.
Most people will find what they need in most stores. Just try on everything they got. But if like me you struggle to get a boot that really fits well, then a trip to Edinburgh is worthwhile. If you have wheels Craigdon is right beside the A720 city bypass so it’s a fairly painless trip over from the west.
Altberg do a variety of lasts. The standard last comes in half sizes and 5 widths, but there are also other lasts. My first Altberg boot was the Tethera in wide fit. I’ve now got the Nordkapp which is wide at the front but narrower at the rear. Best fitting boots I have had.
Craigdon is well stocked and staff actually knowledgeable in boot fitting.
Tethera and Nordkapp might also suit your purpose. They are sturdy and moderately stiff three seasons boots, not crampon rated but would probably be fine for basic winter walking with flexible crampons (Grivel G10 or equivalent). I tend to use my old Scapa wide fit SL’s in winter though. Look after them and they should take a resole.