I dont suffer from a cold body but my feet get cold any recommendations for a warm waterproof boot that is comfortable as my boom 80s have given up that I purchased in 1986 boots are still ok but liners have gone to dust was looking at diem lite tech
In reply to Post #1
Baffin trappers , nothing comes close 👍
Baffin trappers , nothing comes close 👍
In reply to Post #2
2nd that
The only boots that have ever kept my feet warm
Worth every penny imo
2nd that
The only boots that have ever kept my feet warm
Worth every penny imo
In reply to Post #1
Walk to swim in walking boots. Set-up, then remove walking boots and socks. Make sure feet are dry. Put on Smartwool heavy crew socks and Baffin Titan boots. These are big, heavy, designed for ice fishing, not cheap but really effective. The outer of the liners is damp after wearing, the inner bone dry. They feel like a cuddle for your feet, really comfortable, but they are cumbersome to walk any distance in (not an issue as we're mostly static.) Take the liners out between trips to dry off. Forget cold feet with that pairing.
Walk to swim in walking boots. Set-up, then remove walking boots and socks. Make sure feet are dry. Put on Smartwool heavy crew socks and Baffin Titan boots. These are big, heavy, designed for ice fishing, not cheap but really effective. The outer of the liners is damp after wearing, the inner bone dry. They feel like a cuddle for your feet, really comfortable, but they are cumbersome to walk any distance in (not an issue as we're mostly static.) Take the liners out between trips to dry off. Forget cold feet with that pairing.
In reply to Post #4
They look a quality boot but I need something Thats comfortable to walk in as I want them for carp fishing but also walking the river in long grass need to be totally waterproof
They look a quality boot but I need something Thats comfortable to walk in as I want them for carp fishing but also walking the river in long grass need to be totally waterproof
In reply to Post #5
I use a pair of the warmest Muckboots, very warm and pretty decent to walk in, infinetly better than Boom 80's. A friend swears by his neoprene lined Aigles, I suspect they won't be quite as warm as my Muckboots but will be better for walking long distances.
I use a pair of the warmest Muckboots, very warm and pretty decent to walk in, infinetly better than Boom 80's. A friend swears by his neoprene lined Aigles, I suspect they won't be quite as warm as my Muckboots but will be better for walking long distances.
In reply to Post #6
muck boots all day long
muck boots all day long
In reply to Post #5
Long walks on the river, get some haix cold wet weather boots.
All leather and goretex liner, treat leather with ledergris and it's 100% waterproof to ankle depth+
Long walks on the river, get some haix cold wet weather boots.
All leather and goretex liner, treat leather with ledergris and it's 100% waterproof to ankle depth+
In reply to Post #1
Lowa patrols
Lowa patrols
In reply to Post #6
Neoprene wellies for me too.
I find the best are Agile. I get 3 years out of a pair and I wear them a great deal.
They are expensive so I scour sales looking for cheap pairs. The current ones I found in Decathlon.
Neoprene wellies for me too.
I find the best are Agile. I get 3 years out of a pair and I wear them a great deal.
They are expensive so I scour sales looking for cheap pairs. The current ones I found in Decathlon.
If being waterproof is the top priority then the ony reliable, long term and maintance free material is rubber outer material imo. Then its a matter of whether you want insulation or not .... For me though, you need 2 sets of boots. One for when static and another when roaming the river. No boot will do both well in my experience. Baffins, Muck Boots or Grubs is where my money would go
In reply to Post #1
North Face Chilkat. Very warm. I use them for winter fishing and dog walking
North Face Chilkat. Very warm. I use them for winter fishing and dog walking
In reply to Post #8
Looked on there website doesn't look like they make that one anymore lot on ebay second hand which I don't want
Looked on there website doesn't look like they make that one anymore lot on ebay second hand which I don't want
In reply to Post #13
Go one size up and if you don't have ballet dancers feet look for the W option.
New ones show up on ebay occasionally.
What size are you normally.
Go one size up and if you don't have ballet dancers feet look for the W option.
New ones show up on ebay occasionally.
What size are you normally.
Some ex display size 12 Trappers on ebay £75 at the moment if it helps anyone
In reply to Post #13
Lot of people seem to like muck boots which model you recommending I've seen deer went 2 £81 any good
Lot of people seem to like muck boots which model you recommending I've seen deer went 2 £81 any good
In reply to Post #15
Not any more there isn't this big footed git had just got a bargain 👏
Not any more there isn't this big footed git had just got a bargain 👏
In reply to Post #7
Which one are the warmest?
I wanted to find them in store so I didn't have to guess my size.
Which one are the warmest?
I wanted to find them in store so I didn't have to guess my size.
In reply to Post #18
The Arctic Sport ones are very, very warm.
The Arctic Sport ones are very, very warm.
In reply to Post #8
Nice to see a pair of boots being polished and looked after..
Nice to see a pair of boots being polished and looked after..
In reply to Post #20
Look after your boots and they will look after you.
Look after your boots and they will look after you.
In reply to Post #8
Been saying this for years atleast you listen haha
Been saying this for years atleast you listen haha
In reply to Post #2
Baffin Titans, even better
Baffin Titans, even better
In reply to Post #19
You can get the Artic Sport at Go Outdoors via price match
Price £94.05
https://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/15931000/muck-boot-men-s-arctic-sport-tall-boots-15931000
You can get the Artic Sport at Go Outdoors via price match
Price £94.05
https://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/15931000/muck-boot-men-s-arctic-sport-tall-boots-15931000
In reply to Post #24
I. Bought the Artic sport boot today.. They looked a bit dirty, like they might have been used.. So they knocked £30.00 off..
Now I am wondering if there is supposed to be a liner inside?
There is a removable insole.
I. Bought the Artic sport boot today.. They looked a bit dirty, like they might have been used.. So they knocked £30.00 off..
Now I am wondering if there is supposed to be a liner inside?
There is a removable insole.
In reply to Post #23
And Baffin maples
And Baffin maples
Baffin Trappers for me, wearing them now and feet are toasty. Do find they drag my socks down though.
In reply to Post #25
Nope their is not supposed to be a liner in the muckboots artic sports boot
Nope their is not supposed to be a liner in the muckboots artic sports boot
In reply to Post #1
Love my muck boots arctic sport. Extremely comfortable, more then warm enough and easy to pop in/out of at night when you have a run( just roll the neoprene sides down and can jump straight into them). Perfect to walk in water also. I don't even bring any other shoes with me anymore as these are as comfortable as walking boots with durability and functionality of wellies.
Love my muck boots arctic sport. Extremely comfortable, more then warm enough and easy to pop in/out of at night when you have a run( just roll the neoprene sides down and can jump straight into them). Perfect to walk in water also. I don't even bring any other shoes with me anymore as these are as comfortable as walking boots with durability and functionality of wellies.
I've had 2 different pairs of muckboots and the soles have fell off long before they should have done, both pairs. Great for comfort, walking and warmth, rubbish for durability, especially the design of the sole on the arctic sport and simalar models with the same sole design
For all my fishing I use those Muckboot Scrub,shorties,..warm ,comfy ,easy to slip on and off ..
But my god the soles ,have no grip virtually in very wet weather,and where you walk the crease across the boot tends to split long before it's time,I'm on my third pair,when time come,going to get some Rovex or Navitas lites..
But my god the soles ,have no grip virtually in very wet weather,and where you walk the crease across the boot tends to split long before it's time,I'm on my third pair,when time come,going to get some Rovex or Navitas lites..
In reply to Post #29
My Muck boots Artic sport.. Used them for the first time a couple of days ago, it was about 4 degrees and my feet were really cold, I can't work out what I am doing wrong..
Thick merino socks and mostly just sitting still.
Not sure what to try now :0(
My Muck boots Artic sport.. Used them for the first time a couple of days ago, it was about 4 degrees and my feet were really cold, I can't work out what I am doing wrong..
Thick merino socks and mostly just sitting still.
Not sure what to try now :0(
In reply to Post #32
Whatever you do don't get Grubs boots. 5 walks and the sole starts coming away from the upper.
Grubs won't entertain any form of warranty as I can't provide proof of purchase.
Steer clear.
Whatever you do don't get Grubs boots. 5 walks and the sole starts coming away from the upper.
Grubs won't entertain any form of warranty as I can't provide proof of purchase.
Steer clear.
In reply to Post #32
Hi,
I suspect its the thick socks. if they are tight you are not helping the circulation of warm blood from the rest of your body getting to your feet.
Try lighter socks, take the thick ones as a backup to put on
Neil.
Hi,
I suspect its the thick socks. if they are tight you are not helping the circulation of warm blood from the rest of your body getting to your feet.
Try lighter socks, take the thick ones as a backup to put on
Neil.
I still use my old Skeetex for really cold conditions, never been cold in those for sitting about even with normal socks.
In reply to Post #32
I hope they are not a tight fit ? I found over the years unless your doing a lot of walking in them its best to get a size bigger as if they are roomy they will be warmer
tight footwear = cold feet IMO
I hope they are not a tight fit ? I found over the years unless your doing a lot of walking in them its best to get a size bigger as if they are roomy they will be warmer
tight footwear = cold feet IMO
In reply to Post #35
If they are good enough for Ranulph Fiennes in the Arctic, they are good enough for me in the Colne Valley
If they are good enough for Ranulph Fiennes in the Arctic, they are good enough for me in the Colne Valley
In reply to Post #32
Definitely try thinner socks
I suffer from bad circulation in my hands and feet and always used to struggle in the cold
I was then recommended some Baffin trappers on here, When I first got them I too used thick socks and still had cold feet, I then tried some 2 season socks and it completely changed things, they are now a looser fit and no more cold feet
Definitely try thinner socks
I suffer from bad circulation in my hands and feet and always used to struggle in the cold
I was then recommended some Baffin trappers on here, When I first got them I too used thick socks and still had cold feet, I then tried some 2 season socks and it completely changed things, they are now a looser fit and no more cold feet
In reply to Post #32
I found the same with these boots , bought a size larger so as to getplenty of air round my toes , merino wool socks and still cold feet
I found the same with these boots , bought a size larger so as to getplenty of air round my toes , merino wool socks and still cold feet
In reply to Post #32
Maybe try disposable foot warmers.
On the rare occasion that my feet are freezing but I don't want to
Get in the bag I use those.
Saves on a heavy massive boot when frankly it's just my toes.
Maybe try disposable foot warmers.
On the rare occasion that my feet are freezing but I don't want to
Get in the bag I use those.
Saves on a heavy massive boot when frankly it's just my toes.
In reply to Post #36
Not a tight fit... I'll try thinner socks though, let you know if that works, I hate having cold feet. :0(
Not a tight fit... I'll try thinner socks though, let you know if that works, I hate having cold feet. :0(
As so many people have said, walk to your swim in walking boots, then when you get there change into other boots.
Your feet get cold after sweating and your socks soaking it up. This then gets very cold.
Wear socks that insulate even when wet.
I walk to the swim in Nitehawk combat boots, and then change into my 'sitting' boots.
If you want decent boots, look at the Jack Pyke Tundra Boots, or Free Soldier Fishing Boots.
There was a comment or 2 earlier in the thread about Muck boots splitting. Sadly after they were bought by Honeywell, they moved production to China and quality has dropped.
Your feet get cold after sweating and your socks soaking it up. This then gets very cold.
Wear socks that insulate even when wet.
I walk to the swim in Nitehawk combat boots, and then change into my 'sitting' boots.
If you want decent boots, look at the Jack Pyke Tundra Boots, or Free Soldier Fishing Boots.
There was a comment or 2 earlier in the thread about Muck boots splitting. Sadly after they were bought by Honeywell, they moved production to China and quality has dropped.
In reply to Post #42
I believe that is true about the muckboots being of inferior quality now. My old tay muck boots have served me well for many years but the soles have finally wore out through daily dog walks and i am now slipping about in the muddy fields
i originally looked for another pair of muckboots but after reading reviews have been put off and now have no idea what to get to replace them, i ideally need a welly type boot as have to walk through deep puddles and plenty of grip for muddy fields
I believe that is true about the muckboots being of inferior quality now. My old tay muck boots have served me well for many years but the soles have finally wore out through daily dog walks and i am now slipping about in the muddy fields
i originally looked for another pair of muckboots but after reading reviews have been put off and now have no idea what to get to replace them, i ideally need a welly type boot as have to walk through deep puddles and plenty of grip for muddy fields
In reply to Post #43
Grubb.
https://www.charlies.co.uk/grubs-snowline-8-5-wellington-boots-moss-green.html?utm_source=google_shopping&aid=11660&gclid=Cj0KCQiApL2QBhC8ARIsAGMm-KGQgfd4J4d8xkQAHA103UkWlx7Suc93Uz5hjjbnQooLkEnOouLZA0kaAkdbEALw_wcB#267=1797
Grubb.
https://www.charlies.co.uk/grubs-snowline-8-5-wellington-boots-moss-green.html?utm_source=google_shopping&aid=11660&gclid=Cj0KCQiApL2QBhC8ARIsAGMm-KGQgfd4J4d8xkQAHA103UkWlx7Suc93Uz5hjjbnQooLkEnOouLZA0kaAkdbEALw_wcB#267=1797
In reply to Post #44
NOOOOOOOOOO!!!
Don't do it!!
Mine were great at first, after 5 short walks they started leaking. The upper was coming away from the sole.
Shocking.
NOOOOOOOOOO!!!
Don't do it!!
Mine were great at first, after 5 short walks they started leaking. The upper was coming away from the sole.
Shocking.
I just bought a pair of the Saber Tackle boots
they seem much better quality than my Muckboots that cost more than double the price
they do a few types Neoprene stretch panels
5mm Neoprene lining
Kick spur
Premium, supple rubber construction
Fensole to reduce fatigue and deliver grip on all terrains.
I like the SHORT ONES the Fencham Armot Neoprene Short Waterproof Thermal Boots LINKY POO
THEY ALSO DO
a wellington that looks good LINKY POO
they seem much better quality than my Muckboots that cost more than double the price
they do a few types Neoprene stretch panels
5mm Neoprene lining
Kick spur
Premium, supple rubber construction
Fensole to reduce fatigue and deliver grip on all terrains.
I like the SHORT ONES the Fencham Armot Neoprene Short Waterproof Thermal Boots LINKY POO
THEY ALSO DO
a wellington that looks good LINKY POO
In reply to Post #40
Maybe try disposable foot warmers.
On the rare occasion that my feet are freezing but I don't want to
Get in the bag I use those.
These are game changers imo ..... absoutely no need to cram foots into cumbersome, heavily insulated boots nowadays (and i have a few pairs lol) that actually only work to a point .... A pair of lightweight EVA boots (£25 on Amazon) and some feet warmers work better and are more comfortable long term
Maybe try disposable foot warmers.
On the rare occasion that my feet are freezing but I don't want to
Get in the bag I use those.
These are game changers imo ..... absoutely no need to cram foots into cumbersome, heavily insulated boots nowadays (and i have a few pairs lol) that actually only work to a point .... A pair of lightweight EVA boots (£25 on Amazon) and some feet warmers work better and are more comfortable long term
dp
In reply to Post #44
Grub boots are one of the ones i thought of as i like the idea of the vibram sole.
Franks post about the sole coming away quickly is a bit worrying as i hadn't heard of anyone else on this forum having a bad experience of them, it would be interesting to hear of anyone else that has bought them recently
Grub boots are one of the ones i thought of as i like the idea of the vibram sole.
Franks post about the sole coming away quickly is a bit worrying as i hadn't heard of anyone else on this forum having a bad experience of them, it would be interesting to hear of anyone else that has bought them recently
In reply to Post #49
I thought they were great at first, but unfortunately the are just as bad as Muck Boots, the Vibram sole seems to be the only difference. Shame it doesn't stay attached to the boot.
I thought they were great at first, but unfortunately the are just as bad as Muck Boots, the Vibram sole seems to be the only difference. Shame it doesn't stay attached to the boot.
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