Swiss Roll Out Boot Trial Scheme

Swiss boot brand Raichle is extending its try before you buy scheme into Edinburgh and Glasgow at the Tiso Outdoor Experience stores.

The scheme launched in February at V12 in North Wales and West Coast in Fort William allowing customers to choose from a seven-strong collection of Raichle Boots ranging in price from £130 to £700 - and yes, that really does say £700.

The boots are available in a range of sizes including half sizes and while you pay a hire charge for use of the boots, it's deductible from the purchase price of the boots if you do decide to buy.

The proximity of the Pentlands and Loch Lomond National Park to the two Tiso stores should make for easy practical testing and allow customers to make an informed decision. You're advised to call the shop and pre-book to avoid any disappointment.

David George of Outdoor Elements, the UK distributor of Raichle boots says: "We supply many top notch specialist boot fitters around the country and they do an excellent job.  Some of our customers would like the opportunity to try out mountaineering boots before making the purchase and it's these people that we are targeting.  Selecting specialist shops at key locations in the UK seemed an ideal launch-pad for our pilot scheme".

Boot fitting is always potentially problematic, so the option to trial the boots makes a lot of practical sense.

More details at www.raichle.com or call 01625 508218