Hi guys
Hi guys looking for a alternative to supalite,these boots were superb for what I required from them which was that the boot did not cut into the ankle region whilst doing alot of crouching and add the fact that they was soft and non rigid they were the nearest thing to a trainner in a boot form.
Does anyone have experience of any other boots that offer the same degree of flexability and lightness that these do.
I would prefer leather and boot form rather than trainner design. I'm so tempted to buy another set however myself and friends who use them have noticed that 18 months is the most we get from them,some of this may be missuse or lack of care on are behalf.
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 I really would strongly consider reevaluating your prejudices towards needing leather etc  It'll greatly widen your set of options and get you some even more flexible/light ones while its at it. Actually I'd have to suggest seriously considering shoes - even wider choice and of course no issues at all with ankle cuffs etc.A bit cheaper too. And if you're only getting ~18 months out of them then there's not a big pay back. It definetly tends to be the sole units/cushioning that really goes on my trail shoes before the uppers. Although, having said all that, if you've found something that really fits like these seem to and which is quite likely going to be stably available for a good while I'd think very hard before jumping. Try picking off spares in sales and the like.
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I'm always prepared to listen and take advice so if you feel that fabric would be a better option and offer more choice then I'm all ears.
The reason for a slightly higher cut is that it offers a little more protection with reguards to water level
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 shoes and waterproof socks will give you the highest water level protection. unless you fancy wellies of course. i would reiterate what martin said. if you love the boots you have then why change.
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Eighteen months of hard use from a pair of lightweight boots isn't bad ime -- especialy if you haven't given them a lot of tlc. The only way to guarantee more durability would be to get heavier boots, I'd reckon.
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Thats a good enough reason I guess. Certainly more rational than waterproof lined shoes. (although if it is purely fear of wet feet driving this, well worth trying unlined shoes once it turns a bit warmer. They're really very effective.). Anyhow some random examples just so you can test your tolerance level: Crazy light, a little heavier. A couple of 'random' mid height shoe, another to show the sort of ankle cuff you'd get. Nearly everyone doing shoes does a few styles like those mind, and often several. Some heavier outers/more cushioned which effectively gets you pretty close to the supalite. There are a couple of slightly mad outliers with soft shell gaiters on waterproof shoes: slightly mad?. Although I wouldn't expect any of these to really last longer than the supalites - quite possibly less for some - or be dramatically cheaper outwith a sale. If you want genuinely longer lasting you might well be looking at a bit more weight, and definetly something resolable which will limit choice a bit. Obviously fit totally crucial!
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Thanks for all the input so far,I would't really say they see alot of wear as I'm a fisherman and are purely used for this,I only go around twice a month if that so they don't really see that much action,walk round the lake a few times (30 mins) stand in some shallow water (puddle depth). So I think wear wise they offer a poor return as theres no way I cover the sort distance you guys and gals cover,it's the comfort of them that draws me back and hence the dilemma.
I must add I do use brasher care cream,all be it I prob don't go to the lengths you guys may do to take care of them and this may be my fault as to length of life. Abuse wise the worse these boots will see is some lose gravel,water and some old fashioned mud.
Ive heard on alot of forums that brasher have gone down hill,hence I was was wondering if people like meindl do anything similar.
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Thanks Martin for your time I will take a look at the product you recommend
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Lots of standing in water though, which might not be great for the leather? Not convinced the things I flagged up that relevant for this use actually Something like walking wellingtons maybe?!
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 Hello Richard
Have a look at 'Merrell Coda Mid'
I've seen these in Cotswold Outdoors. I don't own a pair, but thought they look like an interesting hybrid between a leather boot and a trainer. The price doesn't seem too bad compared to some other options (available on the www for less than Cotswold!).
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Thanks very much for all the feedback folks,although its fishing I use my wellies when going out in the water.
In the end I went for the scarpa terra, with gortex,I tried a set on and istantly knew that I like the feel,comfort and flexibility that these boots offered near on exact feel to the brasher supalite.
After speaking to a guy who has used both, he said that the terra were more durable in his experience,obviously the proof will be in the pudding,but bottom line is they were quit soft very very comfortable and flexible which ticked my search criteria.
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Have a look at the altberg sneeker's. I have a pair for summer military use so if leather is your material of choice you can't go wrong! Waterproof and non waterproof versions too and as bendy as you like! Highly recommended, trekked 25 miles in them after 3 days use from new and my feet felt absolutely spot on!
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