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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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Scarpa Ranger GTX

£140.00

These are a classic walking boot, with as little stitching as possible to affect the leather’s natural water repellency. There are only a couple of stitched sections towards the rear of the boot, leaving the front clear of any weak spots. The leather itself feels nice and thick, giving plenty of support all over and good protection for feet. There ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 4
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Trezeta Helvellyn

£100.00

Named after England’s third highest mountain, and they’re probably ideally suited to climbing its well-trodden rocky paths. The minimally stitched full-grain leather upper reduces the chances of them springing a leak. One notable exception to that is on the tongue bellows, where fabric has been used, probably to keep the price down. The use of speedlace hooks makes it much ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Berghaus Explorer Ridge

£125.00

This is more of a two-season boot and as a result is a bit softer than many of the others on test. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, and straight out of the box, the softer flex and ample inside padding make them incredibly comfortable. They sit quite low down and so offer a good amount of feedback from the ...

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

£105.00

The Hillwalkers have a fit well-suited to those with larger volume feet. The design is also classic walking boot, with lots of unstitched leather on the uppers. Shock absorption is great, with plenty of bounce in the sole which really helps when walking on stony ground and stretches of road. The grip from the sole is good enough and provides ...

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

£75.00

Okay for most general walking. They’re never going to set the world alight, but if you’re planning on mostly walking at lower levels then they will be fine. The midsole offers enough flex for them to be comfortable on harder ground, but will lead to fatigue if walking on rough ground for long periods. There is quite a bit of ...

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

A great-looking boot made from tough, nubuck leather. The fit is really supportive – they’ve got a good women’s last that holds the foot in place and a high ankle cuff to protect from knocks and sprains. They’ve also got a great lacing system which uses a locking eyelet so you can get a comfortable fit right across your foot. ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 0
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Aku Tribute GTX

£140.00

Feel light on the feet, with a really secure fit that feels lovely to walk in. They’re great looking boots, made from rich looking full-grain leather, and have a lovely chunky sole. A good lacing system and locking eyelet will make it easy to get a good fit across your foot. The ankle cuff is less supportive than some, and ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Hi-Tec Altitude Glide WP

£65.00

Very lightweight walking boots made from full-grain leather. Because they’ve got a low ankle cuff and very forgiving fit, they will especially suit walkers with wide or problem feet. These boots don’t have a waterproof lining – instead the fabric has been treated with ion-mask waterproof technology. This helps keep them lightweight, and also does a great job of keeping ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Alt-Berg Fremington

£140.00

These are available in five width fittings in every size (both full and half), so you’re bound to find a pair that fits. They are really worth a look if you’ve got very narrow or wide feet. The ladies model is slightly more flexible underfoot than the men’s version, although they’re still stiff enough to cope with some fairly rugged ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Rohan Menang Tech

£120.00

These boots are actually engineered by Brasher, so anyone who’s a fan of the brand – particularly women with wide feet – will probably like these. They’re made from full-grain leather, with a fairly low ankle cuff and a chunky sole. They’re lightweight and they’ve got a surprisingly stiff midsole that will cope with some pretty rugged terrain. The lacing ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Peter Storm Skiddaw II

£65.00

Very soft, full-grain leather boots that will only really suit women with wide feet as they are very wide across the toes. They’ve got a soft yet supportive ankle cuff, and although the tongue may feel harsh at first, it soon softens with wear. Disappointingly, the lacing system is a bit fiddly, making it difficult to get enough tension across ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Meindl Portland XCR

£115.00

Despite being a bit heavier than some shoes, the Portland still manage to get the balance of weight and stiffness just about right. The sole is plenty stiff enough for most uses and there is an excellent amount of heel hold to keep your foot locked in place over uneven ground and when walking downhill. They have great stability under ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Salomon Exit 2 Aero

£65.00

An excellent walking shoe for dry weather, the Exit 2 Aero ticks most of the walking shoe boxes: reasonably stiff sole, good tread pattern, great heel hold. It’s let down by a lack of a waterproof lining (although Gore-Tex versions are available) which reduces its usability in the rain. The absence of a membrane coupled with the mesh design does ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Lowa Tosca GTX LO

£115.00

A classically styled walking shoe, with a solid sole. The Toscas are great for general walking purposes, with a solid base to put your feet on. The Monowrap sole extends up either side of the foot around the arch and adds a crucial bit of stability. It really comes into its own later on during longer day-walks and on uneven ...

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

£115.00

Here’s a pair of approach-style shoes with climbing firmly in their DNA – the tough rubber rand surrounding the asymmetrically pointed toes is a definite giveaway. As is the lacing that continues right down to the toes and helps achieve a secure, tight fit. The sock-like inner means they provide some of the best waterproofing of any shoes tested, with ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Scarpa Mystic GTX

£120.00

Definitely one of the better looking shoes on test, the Mystic could easily pass as a casual shoe. It has been designed as more of an approach shoe, for climbers to access rocky routes, which means it has a fairly stiff sole unit, great grip on rock and a slightly asymmetrical pointy shape. They have been used abseiling and worked ...

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

£85.00

The Alamosa is a real all-rounder of a shoe, with a medium stiffness in the sole that allows for cycling and other sports as well as giving you the ability to move quickly and lightly through the countryside. Although the uppers aren’t particularly rigid, with mesh panels, the Keen Protect system at the front really helps to protect your toes. ...

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

£75.00

New for 2011 these shoes have been designed with multi-function use in mind. As such they are something of a jack-of-all-trades and a master of none. Inside there is plenty of room – around the heel and mid-shoe in particular – so better for those with wider feet. These do not have a Gore-Tex lining to them, so in wet ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Merrell Pantheon XCR

£87.00

The relatively soft sole, coupled with the all-fabric upper, immediately give these the characteristics of a trainer, albeit a slightly rugged one. They feel light and airy and so are great for a walk on a warmer day. However, that softness does tend to become a bit of a problem on any terrain apart from generally sturdy and level ground. ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Hanwag Drifter Lady XCR

£120.00

Great-looking, very comfortable walking shoes with a lovely secure fit. A really stiff midsole offers excellent support when walking over rough terrain, spurring your feet forward as you walk. This lovely rolling action is helped by a chunky Vibram sole that gives great shock absorption when walking on hard ground, especially in the impact zone at the heel. The grip ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Brasher Hurricane GTX

£95.00

A very comfortable shoe, with a good amount of lateral stiffness that copes well with uneven terrain. They’re more flexible across the toe than the some, though, so you won’t experience a lovely rolling action, making them less suitable for long walks on rough ground, even though the Brasher sole grips very well on rock. There’s plenty of mesh in ...

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

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