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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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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
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Garmont Tower GTX 2010

£189.00

The Garmont Tower GTX is a very modern Alpine-style boot that bridges the gap between walking and climbing boots extremely well. So you get a relatively lightweight upper made from synthetic materials, some leather and a waterproof lining. The upper has a very precise toe fit thanks to the lacing extending to the toe plus an excellent profile for scrambling, ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Millet Bouthan/Sikkim 2010

£200.00

The Bouthan/Sikkim is a superb mountain boot from Millet. It is built around an almost one-piece leather upper, with just a small additional panel down the sides of the tongue. So this is incredibly durable, as there is so little stitching. There is also a Gore-Tex lining for waterproof protection and a full rubber rand to add further durability. Inside ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Asolo Powermatic 500 GV 2010

£200.00

The Asolo Powermatic 500 GV was competitively priced in 2009 at £160 and it easily took the ‘Best Value’ award. However for 2010 the price has jumped by £40, but the features stay the same. You get a one-piece leather upper with a waterproof lining, so even if you don’t look after the upper properly you have a good chance ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Boreal Zanskar Tech 2010

£170.00

The Zanskar Tech is a new Boreal boot designed for trekking and relatively light mountain ascents, while retaining the performance needed for more challenging terrain. So it has a leather upper with a waterproof lining that features Sympatex, a well-proven waterproof lining for boots due to its ability to stretch without leaking. The upper is well-protected by a high rubber ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Brasher Kanaga GTX 2010

£155.00

The Brasher Kanaga GTX appeared in March 2010 and it is a great general winter walking boot. The upper is leather for durability with a rubber rand for extra protection. Inside the boot there is a Gore-Tex waterproof lining too. The Kanaga has a stiff upper and a supportive ankle cuff, which makes walking in snow and ice far more ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Zamberlan Baltoro 2010

£160.00

Zamberlan has always made top-quality boots, and the Baltoro has been designed for the British hill-walker who is heading to the Scottish hills and other 3,000ft peaks in the Lakes and Snowdonia. You get a one-piece leather upper, so there is no stitching to fray on the rock and that also means there is very little chance of leakage. A ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Meindl Softline Lady Ultra

£145.00

Will especially suit women with wider feet. Plenty of padding makes them feel snug and comfortable straight from the box, but will make them hot in really warm weather. Well-placed locking eyelets help maintain a really good fit and keep heels in place, even on steep descents. Out in the hills they perform well, with reinforcement at the toe and ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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AKU Utah Micro 2009

£200.00

The AKU Utah Micro 3-4 season boot has a unique tongue design that means there is virtually no stitching to leak or fray on the upper, even alongside the sides of the tongue. The upper is going to be hardwearing but there is also a rubber rand around the boot to make it even more durable, which is ideal for ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Kayland Apex Trek 2009

£190.00

The Kayland Apex Trek 3-4 season boot is very lightweight for its class and yet it benefits from a great package of features and is no slouch in terms of performance either. The upper is made from a combination of fabric and leather with an eVent waterproof lining. The rubber rand extends around the front of the boot for improved ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Zamberlan Mountain Lite HBS 2009

£180.00

The Zamberlan Mountain Lite HBS is a very traditional 3-4 season boot that incorporates the classic features that many more mature walkers will have tried, tested and decided are ideal for British hill-walking. It has a one-piece leather upper, which means it is likely to last a long time as there is nothing to fall apart. To make the boot ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Asolo Powermatic 500 GV 2009

£160.00

Unlike many other 3-4 season boots, the Asolo Powermatic 500 GV boot has managed to hold its price this winter, which makes it a superb buy for the money. You get a one-piece leather upper with a waterproof lining, so even though the upper is going to be tough and very water-resistant, it has a waterproof lining to make it ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Meindl Himalaya MFS 2008

£175.00

The Meindl Himalaya MFS is a very tough 3-4 season boot that will withstand many years of abuse on the hill, thanks to the huge rubber rand that encloses the upper. There is also a Gore-Tex lining for extra protection against the wet. The ankle cuff is quite high, so you get lots of support when backpacking with heavy rucksacks ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Asolo Powermatic 500 GV 2008

£160.00

A popular 3-4 season boot in recent Trail reviews, the Asolo Powermatic 500GV was designed specifically for the British market. It’s based around a simple one-piece leather upper with a waterproof lining and a good sole unit. You get a rubber rand around the forefoot and toe for added protection too. The lacing extends further down the toes than some ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Kayland Apex Trek

£180.00

This is a new 3-4 season boot that’s bursting with credibility. I love the low weight, especially when you realise that it is not lacking performance either. The upper is a mix of fabric and leather plus a waterproof lining and a big rubber rand to prevent scrapes with rocks ruining the upper. There’s excellent stiffness in the toe and ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Meindl Himalaya MFS

£160.00

This 3-4 season boot is built around a leather upper with a huge rubber rand for extra durability and a Gore-Tex waterproof lining. The ankle cuff is quite high, so you get lots of support when backpacking with heavy rucksacks across scree or walking across a snow-covered plateau. Underfoot there is an aggressive sole unit, and it’s generally ideal for ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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