brown dog Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 Just had my wellies give up the ghost. Before I reflexively buy another pair of Aigles (not posh ones, just buckle and 'normal' lining); is there anything people would recommend as being 'better', or 'same, but cheaper', out there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowji john Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 There is nothing better or worse in my opinion None of them live up to the real world - none of them are value for money They (none of them) are not made for real work I use Agle - they are OK - but nothing represents the 'holy grail' J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brown dog Posted October 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 There is nothing better or worse in my opinion None of them live up to the real world - none of them are value for money They (none of them) are not made for real work I use Agle - they are OK - but nothing represents the 'holy grail' J Yup, that about matches my view. I suppose the focus should be 'same but cheaper'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowji john Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 Yup - I still buy aigles but in reality I should buy cheap and regular - broccoli to the ads and fake imagery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowji john Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 Yup - I still buy aigles but in reality I should buy cheap and regular - broccoli to the ads and fake imagery I'm having a bit of a rant coz of general disappointments all over the board We - the practical folk - should listen to what we the people say - I for one enjoy your input on a variety of subjects Brown Dog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skull hooker Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 It was Aigles for me, but they're too expensive so I'm trying out a pair of Muckboot 'Woody Max' this season. They're seriously warm, but as to hardiness, I'll let you know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybrock Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 Muckboots Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brown dog Posted October 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 Muckboots Aren't they all full neoprene? Too hot for me, I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6.5shooter Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 Im a dairy farmer so I spend the best part of my life in wellies. Top spot I would have to say are the buckbootz from buckler, they are quite warm and light. I have had 3 pair over the last 2 years and cant fault them only the price seemed to rise drasticly when I went to buy another new pair a month ago. This time I have bought bekina steplites and I have to say these are very good too, maybe not just as warm as the bucklers but not bad. I wouldnt wear a cheap wellie as there is no support in them and they almost feel like slippers! Hunters........ way over priced and overrated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andybrock Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 Aren't they all full neoprene? Too hot for me, I think. They are neoprene lined and warm but you can always role them down Compo stylie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 I use Le Chameau Vierzonord for shooting, beating, walking, driving and everything else. Comfortable and long lasting (for me) They are the only wellies I can wear for 12 hour stints and still be able to walk in at the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brummy Mark Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 Have been using a pair of Seeland, with side bucks of the past 3 years, very warm, superb chunky grippy vibram sole unit, have used them for mountain work too, infact the other week I was delivering a nav' course for some bearded types who shouldn't be here, and decided to wear my wellies, much to the laughs from he chaps, but guess who was warm dry feet and also got up those steep mountain slopes without sliding around? yep it was me! haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furyan Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 I cant say enough about the Snowbee Rockhoppers , apart from been black they have tungsten spikes in the soles brilliant for greasy tree stumps and slimy rocks also very warm. I dont go for top brand names Ive 2 pairs of these boots for 6 years still as good as new, one pair was cut down to fit my breathable waders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moorlander Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 I use Le Chameau Vierzonord for shooting, beating, walking, driving and everything else. Comfortable and long lasting (for me) They are the only wellies I can wear for 12 hour stints and still be able to walk in at the end. +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17 Rem Posted October 15, 2017 Report Share Posted October 15, 2017 Is there a Decathlon near you? Their Solognac wellies are good. I have had a pair of neoprene lined ones for 3 or 4 years now and would not buy Aigle or Le Chameau again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boryx Posted October 16, 2017 Report Share Posted October 16, 2017 I use Le Chameau Vierzonord for shooting, beating, walking, driving and everything else. Comfortable and long lasting (for me) They are the only wellies I can wear for 12 hour stints and still be able to walk in at the end. +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephentri Posted October 16, 2017 Report Share Posted October 16, 2017 Muckboot muck master 3 years old and still going strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johngarnett Posted October 16, 2017 Report Share Posted October 16, 2017 Trago Mills here in South West. £8 pair of green Dunlop somethings. Good height/ length. Good enough for Cornwall c**p!! JohnG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17 Rem Posted October 16, 2017 Report Share Posted October 16, 2017 Trago Mills here in South West. £8 pair of green Dunlop somethings. Good height/ length. Good enough for Cornwall c**p!! JohnG Well, I’m sitting having fish and chips next to Trago in Falmouth right now and, frankly, don’t fancy your chances of finding much in their clutter! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigkev1 Posted October 16, 2017 Report Share Posted October 16, 2017 Grubs stalkers superb comfiest boot I've had Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johngarnett Posted October 17, 2017 Report Share Posted October 17, 2017 Well, I’m sitting having fish and chips next to Trago in Falmouth right now and, frankly, don’t fancy your chances of finding much in their clutter! Should've gone to Twowatersfoot branch, Liskeard! Better class of clutter!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillair1 Posted October 17, 2017 Report Share Posted October 17, 2017 Derry boots for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alycidon Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 la Chameau Verizinord. I wear mine most days, in 10 years I am only on my second pair but they are about shot now. A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VarmLR Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 Just had my wellies give up the ghost. Before I reflexively buy another pair of Aigles (not posh ones, just buckle and 'normal' lining); is there anything people would recommend as being 'better', or 'same, but cheaper', out there? I've had a pair of entry level Le Chameau for over 10 years now. They've worn incredibly well, are super comfy, have never leaked and have a grippy vibram sole. I think back then I paid about £75 or so for them, but don't know if the modern ones are the same/as good/worse. I've walked miles in them over some rough country in some pretty awful weather when shooting. Their current entry level ones "Le Chameu Country" look a lot like mine but mine don't have the buckles. They do seem a lot of dosh now though for what they are. I think that the Hoggs of Fife Field Sport Neoprene lined boots might be where I head when mine wear out...they're really similar looking but a lot less than the current Le Chameau line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brown dog Posted October 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2017 Just found an Aigle copy in Decathlon. Their own brand; 50 quid. Seems ok at first sight/feel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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