Advertorial: 6 of the best trail shoes!
With the growing popularity of trail shoes in place of traditional boots, the outdoor footwear options have never been so wide - or so confusing.
With the growing popularity of trail shoes in place of traditional boots, the outdoor footwear options have never been so wide - or so confusing.
Would you rather cross that scree slope in approach shoes or full-on boots with ankle protection? How much sole flexibility will you need? Leather uppers or synthetic uppers? With or without a Gore-Tex liner?
And as if those questions don't create enough of a dilemma, the range widens even further at this time of year when mountaineering boots come into play in the UK, all ready for that unpredictable creature known as the Scottish winter season!
So, to give you a taste of the different options, we've put together a few recent offers from the outdoor footwear market, as a taste of what's about. There's plenty more where they came from!
Happy browsing.
Cotswold: Men's Salomon Fusion:
First softshell shoes on the market. The breathable stretch softshell upper & welded construction cuts down the weight of the shoe whilst making the upper stronger. The seamless technology on the upper also means that the fabrics are strengthened by the welding rather than being weakened by stitching. The laces fit into a lace pocket that means the laces are far less likley to get caught if walking in forests or bracken.
The Quiklace system means you can just pull on the laces & go.
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Storm Outdoors: Meindl Softline 3
Storm Outdoors is an independent hiking, camping and travel store with a web site to supply any adventure. We aim to give as reliable and helpful a service on the web as in the shop, which is based on the edge of the Cotswolds. Feel free to call us to see what we stock as a lot of the clothing is not on the web site.
These Meindl Softline 3 Season Walking boots are super lightweight with good ankle support, low bulk, a Gore-Tex liner, Vibram sole with EVA shock absorbing midsole, and a velour leather/cordura upper. When you're walking the boot gives you a rocking motion when you take a step, which feels great.
We have reduced this boot to £80.00 including postage. We are also offering the Meindl Boneo leather boots for £100.00.
Please feel free to call me on 01454 315430 for other offers on footwear which aren't on the web site.
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Complete Outdoors: Salomon Revo SCS GTX
The Salomon Revo SCS walking boot is lightweight, comfortable and waterproof (Gore-Tex lined) – its revolutionary, totally synthetic design (no leather!) featuring Salomon’s new Seamless technology, give the boot a unique look and feel. Its hardened toe and sole unit make it a perfect option for those after a quality boot for use on moderate to rugged terrain. Over at www.CompleteOutdoors.co.uk we’re offering this fantastic pair of walking boots (Ladies & Gents) with a bottle of Nikwax Fabric and Leather Proof AND free delivery for just £99.99 whilst stocks last!. Shop now |
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Outdoor Kit: Brasher Supalite XCR
£35 off Brasher Supalite XCR walking Boots. These boots are made from 2-layer Gore-Tex XCR with Suede reinforcement, making them highly breathable and lightweight while staying completely waterproof. The Stabylite sole provides outstanding support and protection while making sure this is one of the lightest boots available.
We have 20 pairs of Supalite XCRs on sale at £64.99, that's 35% off the RRP of £100! Order online now at
www.outdoorkit.co.uk or phone us on 01582 575 222.
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Hike-Lite: Inov-8 Roclite 390 GTX
Inov-8 shoes were originally designed to be used by athletes and recreational runners looking for high performance lightweight shoes for use on hills and mountains. But their products were rapidly taken up by hikers and serious walkers looking for outdoor shoes that are light, highly supportive and offer exceptional levels of grip on difficult surfaces. A typical walking boot weights 900g or more whilst Inov-8 shoes are typically 350g! The reduction in weight can make a tremendous difference to the enjoyment and distance achievable during a day's walking.
The Inov-8 range of off road shoes follows the precision shape of the foot providing the wearer with a secure and intimate fit that’s almost like running bare foot. Our feedback from customers who purchase Inov-8 shoes is that they feel unlike any footwear they have previously owned and feel much better contact with the surface they are walking on.
Inov-8 have recently announced their first boot, the Roclite 390 GTX which has greatly increased the appeal to walkers who prefer a boot to a shoe. The 390 GTX has already had early rave reviews from Trail Magazine and OUTDOORSmagic.
Roclite 390 GTX Details:
Only 390g per boot
Fully waterproof with a Gore-Tex liner
RRP £100.00 but available from Hike-Lite at £89.99 including UK delivery
Call Hike-Lite on 01903 210214 or click to see our Inov-8 range
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Jacksons of Arley: Meindl Burma
Bringing you a 3 season walking boot, from the German manufacturer Meindl. With tough, waxed nubuck leather upper for durability, Air-Active system to control moisture within the boot and a waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® lining the Burma Pro is the ultimate
trekking and walking boot. The DiGAfix lacing gives a secure and comfortable fit straight from the box! Also available in half-sizes and also for ladies £20 off! RRP £135, our price £115. OFFER TO MEMBERS: free Meindl Sportwax with every purchase! Order online now at Jacksons of Arley
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