Not bad, definitely hot, but deals for GTX boots do come along for not much more than this, and I reckon that is worth paying a bit extra for if you go anywhere wet.

I take they're not waterproof?

They are rubbish in my opinion. They dont keep water out which for the uk walking rules out 8 months, they are too hot in the summer so there is another 2 months of useless boots. So a great choice if you only walk out in May or September. Paying about £20 just for the name. But feel free to knock yourself out and grab a pair.

If you're after some GTX boots for similar money you could do a lot worse than Clarks sale
http://www.clarks.co.uk/c/mens-sale#pagesize-is-40-and-Technology-is-gore2dtex

Goretex, I think its a material that other companies use in their products - why they are more expensive. They usually add GTX to the name when used. I found it really works, 100% waterproof but breathable.

thanks

I have to vote cold. If they were £1 they are no bargain as hiking boots if they aren't waterproof.

And just to add grist to the mill I now try & stay away from Merrell shoes after my experience with some Moab Gortex hiking shoes that used to walk the dog in. After 6 months they were no longer waterproof and after about 12-13 months the sole has come unglued from the upper rendering them pretty useless. Terrain used in was nothing more than smooth pavements so I now seriously doubt Merrell's quality these days.

as M_z said, they're nicely made leather boots. despite the hiking moniker I'd personally say they're more a casual/everyday boot, but for those with dodgy ankles they're cracking for this. If you're working through the munroes you'll not be messing about with £50 boots :smiley:

Every size but 9. damn

Voted hot, for only few quid more the black ones look better though I think. Cheers OP.

Thanks for this