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  • ZAMBERLAN MOUNTAIN LITE HBS

    ZAMBERLAN MOUNTAIN LITE HBS

    £155.00

    Review: There’s something very reassuring about the feel...

    LFTO.com rating rating is 4

    Owners' rating rating is 0

  • AKU MICRO GTX

    AKU MICRO GTX

    £165.00

    Review: These boots were definitely the ‘best in test’...

    LFTO.com rating rating is 5

    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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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
  • 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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Trezeta Top Evo 2011

£175.00

Over recent years Trezeta has produced a great range of excellent-value boots, and the Top Evo follows this trend. The price is remarkably good considering what you are getting. This is a boot with a full leather upper, a waterproof lining and a full rubber rand. There’s also a natural ventilation system that allows air to escape through a grille ...

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

£180.00

If there is one manufacturer that is able to make boots fit everyone then it has to be Alt-Berg. Thanks to their five width fittings it should be easier to get an Alt-Berg boot to fit than any other brand I know. The Mallerstang is only available in a men’s version, however, so half the population will have to miss ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Scarpa Kinesis Tech GTX 2011

£220.00

First impressions count, and the Scarpa Kinesis Tech GTX clearly sits comfortably within the brand’s heritage of providing truly practical and durable mountain footwear no matter what the terrain. But it’s what’s inside that really sets it apart, as Scarpa has developed the ActiveFit programme to ensure that this boot is comfortable straight from the box.ActiveFit combines a new BD ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Meindl Alpine Trek 2010

£210.00

As the name suggests the Meindl Alpine Trek is an excellent boot for Alpine trekking. It has a relatively lightweight upper that is made from synthetic materials, which also gives it a modern, stylish appearance. There is a waterproof lining inside the upper as well as a stretch ankle cuff so you get an ankle-hugging fit but with less restriction ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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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
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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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
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Lowa Tibet Pro 2010

£210.00

The Lowa Tibet Pro is an exceptionally tough boot that is made to tackle the worst that mountains can throw at you. So it has a full leather upper with a Gore-Tex lining. The upper is stiff and supportive and well-protected by a full rubber rand for the rockiest of terrain. The ankle cuff is particularly high for those who ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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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
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Scarpa New SL 2010

£185.00

The Scarpa SL has defined the 3-4 season boot category for many years, thanks to a combination of just the right degree of stiffness coupled with enough of an easy walking action to make it comfortable on easier terrain. The one-piece leather upper is virtually free of stitching so there is nothing to wear out or trap grit. As the ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Alt-Berg Mallerstang II 2010

£170.00

Alt-Berg has been making boots in the UK since 1989; but more importantly these boots come in five width fittings and can even be made to measure (at extra cost), so there is no reason for a poor fit if you invest in Alt-Berg footwear. The Mallerstang II is a classic 3-4 season hill and mountain boot. The  2.8mm one-piece ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mammut Mt Cliff GTX 2010

£160.00

The Mammut Mt Cliff GTX is ideal for rockier terrain thanks to excellent sole stiffness. You get an excellent outsole too as there is a good, deep set of lugs plus a smooth climbing zone around the toe to help foot placement on small ledges. That nice stiff sole makes this ideal for scrambling. The upper gets a rubber rand ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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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
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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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
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Hanwag Cheyenne GTX

£150.00

A beefy boot with a broad last that will suit walkers with wide feet. It has a high and supportive ankle – perfect for uneven ground – and a stiff midsole that protects the feet when it gets really rough. A solid toebox and heel counter also help. Against them , they are heavy and quite hot, which may restrict ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Trezeta Top Evo 2010

£170.00

The timing could not have been better. With the snow melting from the valley, while the summits remained plastered in snow and ice, the Top Evo arrived on my doorstep. This new model from Italian brand Trezeta is a 3-4 season, or B1-rated, boot – which means it is flexible enough to be comfortable below the snow, but stiff enough ...

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

£155.00

With a swing of my leg, the edge of my boot slashed a step in the snow that was wide enough to support my weight. Another swing and another step followed. Onward and upward, step by step, I climbed into the chilly Lakeland fells. I was wearing the Brasher Kanaga GTX, a new winter boot from a brand best known ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Meindl Himalaya MFS 2009

£220.00

The Meindl Himalaya MFS 3-4 season boot has been around a few years, and it is a good sound design for hill and mountain walking at any time of year. It has a leather upper with a huge rubber rand for extra durability. You get a Gore-Tex waterproof lining too. There is plenty of protection and support with this boot, ...

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

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