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Salomon Quest 4D GTX (2012)

£150.00

The Quest 4D is a great-looking boot, with split-suede and mesh uppers and decent rubber bumpers at the toe and heel to keep them looking fresh. The narrow heel and comparatively wide forefoot gives them an incredibly secure feel, and this, coupled with an excellent lacing system and two offset locking eyelets, means your feet stay comfortably in place, even ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Zamberlan 540w Rise GT (2012)

£150.00

A tough and sturdy boot and as a consequence, heavy. It doesn’t feel cumbersome, though, thanks to a great fit – with a narrow heel and wide forefoot – and a nice rolling action that seems to spur you forward. They’re well padded, which makes them feel very comfortable and supportive, but quite warm, too. An excellent lacing system spreads ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Zamberlan Monster GTX (2012)

£200.00

In the UK Zamberlan is best known for its tried and trusted range of fellwalking boots. Quality and comfort have been the company’s hallmark, so it was interesting to get hold of its first pair of scrambling boots over here to see how they shaped up. The minute you get the Zamberlan Monster GTXs out of the box it is ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Garmont Vetta Mnt GTX (2012)

£190.00

Garmont has done a great job with the Garmont Vetta Mnt GTX boot. In one package it has managed to pack in all the key scrambling features and yet still give a great level of walking comfort. What’s best though is that it manages to do this all for under £200. You wouldn’t really be able to stick a pair ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mammut Mt Centry GTX (2012)

£180.00

Outwardly Mammut Mt Centry GTX scrambling boots have a strong walking pedigree with a good rolling flex, plenty of comfortable padding and quick-lacing hooks; but lurking beneath their soft Labrador exterior is a hyperactive Border Collie just dying to scamper up some rocks. The tell-tale signs of this dual personality are fairly well-disguised, and come in the form of a ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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La Sportiva Trango S Evo GTX (2012)

£235.00

La Sportiva Trango S Evo GTXs are at the top end of the scrambling boot range both in terms of capabilities and cost. In truth they are very lightweight mountaineering boots, but despite this they fully deserve their place in this review. This is because scrambling is such a diverse branch of mountain sport, and at the higher grades it ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 1
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Scarpa Cristallo (2012)

£200.00

Scarpa Cristallos have been around for a fair amount of time and have proven themselves well in many varied mountain situations. They offer a very robust package and come with all the right features for scrambling, plus enough extra oomph to make them suitable for tackling mountain walking, mountaineering, via ferrata and even glacier excursions. Employed as scrambling boots they ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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La Sportiva Trango Alp GTX 2012

£240.00

The clue is in the name, as the La Sportiva Trango Alp GTX is very much an Alpine-orientated boot. It has a neater and narrower profile than some other options we looked at, which makes it feel slightly better for climbing and mountaineering on a mix of snow, ice and rock. The boot is slightly lighter than others, which again ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 5
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Mammut Monolith 2012

£220.00

The slightly lower price of the Mammut Monolith compared to many other boots makes it instantly attractive. The boot sports modern styling, thanks to the mix of materials on the upper. There is a Gore-Tex waterproof lining and on the outside a full rubber rand improves long-term durability. Get this boot on and the ankle cuff feels slightly more supportive ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Boreal Triglav 2012

£210.00

The Triglav is the fabric version of Boreal’s all-leather Nelion, which costs £220. The fabric Triglav is a little lighter than the Nelion as well as being lower in price. The fabric upper is protected by a full rubber rand for extra durability, while inside the boot there is a Dri-Line waterproof lining that incorporates Sympatex, which is a well-proven ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Scarpa Manta (2012)

£240.00

The Scarpa Manta has been the benchmark 4-season boot for longer than I can remember, which has made it the first choice for many hill and mountain walkers to consider when purchasing a dedicated boot for use on snow. The current version, which remains unchanged since 2009, boasts a stitch-free leather upper with a rubber rand, making it extremely durable. ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Asolo Sherpa GV 2012

£200.00

The Asolo Sherpa GV is an exceptionally well-priced boot, because not only does it cost a full £40 less than the best boot we tested, but it also has a much better set of features than other boots in its price range. So you get a one-piece leather upper for maximum durability and water resistance. But just to make sure ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Meindl Himalaya MFS 2011

£230.00

The Meindl Himalaya has been around for a few years now, and it has always offered excellent performance for really tough mountain days when you are up against scree and snow for long periods. The upper is leather with a Gore-Tex waterproof lining, but to further protect the foot you also get a full rubber rand to ensure this is ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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La Sportiva Trango S Evo GTX 2011

£225.00

The La Sportiva Trango S Evo GTX is the lightest 3-4 season boot we looked at, at just 1724g (size 46 pair), and yet it has the performance to compete alongside the heavier boots even on the toughest terrain. The lightweight upper is made from synthetic materials, but you also get a full rubber rand to add extra durability. The ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Zamberlan Baltoro 2011

£170.00

A winner of past Trail ‘Best Value’ accolades, the Zamberlan Baltoro remains an excellent choice for hillwalking throughout the year. The instant appeal is that slightly lower price tag than some of the opposition, and you are still getting a very good package of features. So there is a good-quality leather upper that offers stiff protection for the foot, as ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mammut Appalachian GTX 2011

£185.00

The Mammut Appalachian GTX weighs in a little lighter than some other comparable boots we looked at, and it also gets a Gore-Tex waterproof lining, which makes the price very impressive compared to alternative options. You don’t get a full leather upper; however the textile is only around the tongue so it should not detract too much from the performance. ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Asolo Imperial

£150.00

These are a well-styled boot, perfect for walking in most terrain. The stiff sole unit and thick leather build give them great support and foot protection. The high ankle also helps with support on loose ground, while also providing just enough cushioning without becoming too bulky or warm. Comfort is also helped by laces which reach far down the boot, ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Zamberlan Ultra Lite GT

£150.00

These have a look of quality about them. Or maybe it’s the opulent looking brass-coloured lace loops. Actually the leather used is thick and of a good quality and there is a quality rand surrounding the whole shoe that protects the expensive leather from scrapes. The boot uses quite a snug-fitting last, so this is more likely to be suited ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Lowa Stirling GTX

£180.00

The Lowa feels like a big ‘proper’ boot when on. It’s stiff and heavy – perhaps a little too heavy for some – but support is good, with a high-reaching ankle cuff for protection. Inside, there is a good amount of room in the toebox, with plenty of space to wiggle toes, yet without too much space around the midfoot ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Anatom Q2

£150.00

Anatom are relatively new to the world of boot-making, and better known for their footbeds, but this is a noble effort at a midrange walking boot which has great heel hold and an even amount of space through the middle of the boot without being too cavernous at the front. It also comes with a lambswool footbed  for added cushioning, ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Meindl Air Revolution Lite

£169.00

These Meindl boots fall into the stiffer, more robust category of fabric footwear, attempting to be a viable three-season boot. They have a really stiff sole and they did feel heavy on the foot – a sense exacerbated by their stiffness. The tread pattern has very deep lugs that really improve grip in grimy fields and on hillsides. There is ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 5
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Lowa Khumbu TC GTX

£170.00

Narrow sizing make these a great choice for women with low-volume feet. The ankle cuff is medium height, providing enough support for a fair degree of uneven terrain, with the added benefit of not feeling too hot in warm weather. The lacing system is good, allowing a secure fit across the foot. They’re lovely to walk in, with a nice ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Alt-Berg Tethera 2011

£160.00

The Alt-Berg Tethera is very much a traditional hill-walking boot. The upper is built from one piece of leather, so there is no stitching to fray over time. Behind the upper is a Sympatex waterproof lining, so dry feet are virtually guaranteed even if you don’t treat the leather well. Further durability comes from the rubber rand, which extends around ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Meindl Kansas GTX 2011

£150.00

The Meindl Kansas GTX was new for 2010 and it still looks pretty good today. The boot has a leather upper that is virtually stitch-free, so durability should be pretty good even on rocky ground. A rubber rand around the toe and forefoot adds a little extra protection for rockier ground too. The upper offers good support for the foot, ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Boreal Zanskar 2011

£160.00

The Boreal Zanskar is an extremely robust boot that is well-designed for tackling the roughest of rocky mountain terrain, day after day. It has a leather upper, which itself is pretty durable as there is so little stitching. But what really sets it up for a long life in the hills is the full rubber rand, which is very high ...

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

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