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Hi-Tec Altitude NT Enviro Sandal 2011

£45.00

The Hi-Tec Altitude NT Enviro Sandal has been developed with the National Trust. According to the manufacturers its environmental impact has been considered in its production, which results in the sole using recycled rubber content. The sole offers a good degree of stiffness and cushioning, which makes these comfy to wear on a variety of terrain. There’s also a pronounced ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Regatta Ad-Trek 2011

£40.00

A new sandal for this spring, the Regatta Ad-Trek is a very practical design coupled with some modern styling. So you get an upper that is water-resistant to ensure it is fast-drying. The straps are Velcro, making them quick and easy to use, and there are three adjustment points so a reasonable fit should be easily achieved. The straps are ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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New Balance 573 2011

£45.00

The New Balance 573 weighs 612g (pair, size 8½); mesh upper extremely breathable; good flex for running; supportive heel cup; outsole has a good lug pattern for general running on trails. But as a non-waterproof running shoe it is not so good for valley walking and keeping feet dry; sole stiffness not ideal for walking, scrambling or biking; not as ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Karrimor Aruba 2010

£30.00

The Karrimor Aruba costs a fiver less than last year, when it was already an excellent-value product, so now it is hard to beat on price. It is a synthetic sandal, so it is fast-drying and potentially ideal for more active users who will use it for river crossings when trekking for example. The straps have Velcro adjustment at the ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Peter Storm Adventure Low 2010

£45.00

The Peter Storm Adventure Low weighs 1040g (pair, size 11); low price; waterproof lining; rubber toe rand; very stiff toe box; stiff outsole ideal for rocky ground; aggressive outsole lug pattern. But it does not feel quite as comfortable or as well-fitting as higher-priced models.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Regatta Crusoe 2009

£25.00

The low price of the Regatta Crusoe is instantly appealing. And you get an awful lot of practical features for your cash. The Crusoe has a good three-point adjustment strap system, with Velcro and neoprene padding. The straps are wide at the forefoot, to provide extra protection. Underfoot there is a good, sturdy footbed that is stiff enough to take ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Karrimor Aruba 2009

£35.00

The Karrimor Aruba is a good, robust sandal. The sole unit is well-padded to provide a comfortable ride on hard or rocky surfaces. There is a good outsole lug pattern that will bite into grassy campsites and muddy ground to allow you to keep moving. Some reasonable stiffness in the sole takes the worst of the strain out of uneven ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Mead 2009

£40.00

The The North Face Mead is a nice stiff sandal, so use it for river crossings and it is going to be ideal. Underfoot there is a reasonably aggressive pattern of lugs that are designed to channel water away, but also there are lugs to give traction on muddy grass, say when crossing a campsite. The footbed is antimicrobial, so ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Crocs Captiva 2009

£22.00

Crocs are the benchmark of moulded footwear, and these days they’re commonplace at campsites and in bars. The now classic Cayman is the model most often seen, while the new Captiva shows that Crocs makes other models too. The Captiva is a simple open sandal for women. Its pillowed moulded footbed offers extra comfort without losing support, while plenty of ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Hi-Tec V-Lite Zephyr

£30.00

This is a synthetic sandal, making it ideal for use in water as the materials will be fast-drying. Also there’s a three-point adjustment on the straps, so you should be able to find a good fit. The straps are synthetic and well-padded, and they also provide good protection to the sides of the feet. Two straps are Velcro but the ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Lafuma Lookas

£35.00

The Lookas is a stylish and practical sandal. The strap system offers a little extra protection than some others. There’s also a lip around the toe that helps keep out a little of the grit that can get under the toes when walking. The straps are leather and Velcro with good padding for extra comfort. Underneath the footbed is a ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 5
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Columbia Wanoka

£40.00

This sandal has lots of great features and looks stylish too, thanks to the suede leather upper. There are two Velcro adjustment points, and the straps are all well-padded on the inside for extra comfort. The foot is well-protected for a sandal, as there’s extensive suede leather down the inside and outside. Underfoot you get an anti-odour footbed, to help ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Crocs Endeavor

£29.00

“First they ignore you, then they ridicule you, then they fight you, then you win,” promised Mahatma Gandhi. He could have been talking about Crocs sandals (and how they have now been relentlessly copied). Around the house and garden our tester lives in a pair of these as do many professionals, such as veterinary nurses for example. At just 404g ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Peter Storm Adventure

£40.00

This lightweight multi-activity shoe from Peter Storm weighs 956g (pair, size 9). It has a waterproof-lined suede leather and mesh upper, rubber toe bumper for durability and a very stiff sole that’s ideal for rocky ground. There’s a reasonable lug pattern on the outsole, providing a good grip on mud and grass and represents superb value for money. However,  spending ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Regatta Oceanpoint

£20.00

The exceptional low price of this sandal is an obvious attraction, but it offers more than the price suggests. Firstly it has three-point adjustment and the straps have Velcro in place for easy adjustment. The straps are well-padded on the inside, making them very comfortable. Underfoot the footbed is well-cushioned too. We also like the protection the straps give to ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Karrimor Antiga

£40.00

This is a robust sandal with plenty of good features. The straps are wide and protect the feet well, while a three-point adjustment means a good fit should be possible. Inside the straps there’s a good level of padding for added comfort. The footbed is well-cushioned too, again adding comfort. The outsole is robust with good stiffness and more cushioning, ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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ALS King Surf

£20.00

This lightweight multi-activity shoe from ALS weighs 592g (pair, size 9). It has a neoprene lining with mesh upper, an elasticated lacing system and a rubber sole that provides good grip. It’s easy to pack and carry as additional footwear and great for watersports. However,  the sole is very flexible and the shoe isn’t waterproof. It’s not ideal for rocky ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 1
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Merrell Chameleon II Clip

£45.00

Merrell sandals are well-proven and regularly feature at the top of Trail’s annual summer footwear review. This latest version offers most of what most people will want and it’s ideal for most situations too, a bit like a pair of clean and comfortable jeans. The price is a great too, sitting around the middle of the scale, yet still managing ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Karrimor Kiwi

£40.00

Karrimor keeps dipping in and out of the outdoor market as the backroom boys and girls find they have new owners every few years. However, it seems they are back for good this time with some niche product to tempt the old faithful and the fresher into the fold. The Karrimor Kiwi sandal does look striking similar to the classic ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Hi-Tec V-Lite Sirocco

£30.00

This sandal makes use of a synthetic upper which is fast-drying, so this would be ideal for river crossings and generally getting damp around a campsite. It does not have a conventional strap system: instead it has a drawcorded and elasticated panel that pulls the top of the foot into the heel. This is a very comfortable design that is ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face El Porto Convertible

£35.00

This is a great sandal for water sports and general use. The straps are synthetic, so they are fast-drying. There are three Velcro strips to allow secure adjustment, and all the straps are lined with neoprene. The straps around the toes are quite wide, so they don’t dig in and also they add a little protection to the sides of ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Technicals Omarau

£45.00

This sandal has two-point Velcro and clip adjustment plus elasticated heel strap; stiff sole ideal for rocky paths; reasonably aggressive sole for mud and grass; neoprene padding under straps; lots of protection for the lower sides of the feet; good cushioning . But pigskin leather straps are slow to dry, so not ideal for wet conditions; the front Velcro strap ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Brasher Trekker

£45.00

This sandal has an aggressive sole pattern for a good grip; toes protected by lip around sole; padding under straps; good stiffness for uneven ground; neoprene padding. But leather straps are slow to dry, so not ideal for river crossings; not as well-cushioned underfoot as some, so not ideal on hard ground.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Demon Erina

£45.00

This women’s sandal has foam padding under straps; three-point Velcro fastening; good protection for sides of toes; padded footbed; stiff sole flex to protect underfoot from stones. But not as well-cushioned as some; outsole lug pattern is very shallow and not ideal for grip; suede leather straps and foam padding will be slow to dry.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Regatta Rockhound/Coastwalk

£40.00

This sandal  hasneoprene padding under straps; good strap protection to sides of toes; three-point Velcro adjustment; very stiff sole unit; good underfoot support and cushioning; reasonable lug pattern for grip. But leather straps will be slow-drying and others have a more aggressive lug pattern for mud and grass.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0

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