Footwear??
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Rock-climby-Dave
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Boots, got a pair of soloman 4D GTX I've used for about 4 years now.
I'd NEVER suggest trainer height boots unless an existing medical condition means you can have anything with ankle support.
If you want a specific loadout, you need boots to fit. If you just like playing with no fussing about, then get a decent pair of hiking boots
I'd NEVER suggest trainer height boots unless an existing medical condition means you can have anything with ankle support.
If you want a specific loadout, you need boots to fit. If you just like playing with no fussing about, then get a decent pair of hiking boots
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I don't go for impressions kit wise. Wear what I like the look of.
I was thinking along the lines of
http://www.sportsdirect.com/karrimor-mount-mid-mens-walking-boots-182105?colcode=18210504
Don't fancy spending loads as I play once every few months due to work commitments.
I was thinking along the lines of
http://www.sportsdirect.com/karrimor-mount-mid-mens-walking-boots-182105?colcode=18210504
Don't fancy spending loads as I play once every few months due to work commitments.
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Fine mate, they're no Lowas but I've ALWAYS been impressed with Karrimor footwear, particularly at that price. May leak a little in wet weather, but that's what Sealskin socks are for!
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Playing indoor CQB I have used Nike all conditions gear trainers with cross country grip for their light weight and extra speed (so I can walk faster) but generally I wear boots for the ankle support. I have an old pair of Meindl ones but they need replacing as they were for desert environments; I like Salomon 3D and 4D or 5.11 XPRT boots but cannot justify the cost at the moment. Hopefully their will be a sale with good discount in the New Year.
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I normally wear German Para boots, but then I mainly play woodland. I've got some 5.11 trainer type shoes that I wear casually but also in places like the Mall, nice and comfortable with good grip and ankle support. I don't think I would be too keen wearing expensive boots in woodland as I normally come out of games with big gouges in my boots.
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I've got a pair of 5.11 Tactical Boots, that are the most comfortable boots I've ever owned.
After 3yrs, the zip on the side went, so I superglued it shut and have worn them for another 3yrs.
Keep them clean and (slightly) polished to keep the leather in tact; they'll last forever.
Seen me through all weather (sun, rain and snow) in CQB and woodland.
I'd never play in anything other than a decent set of boots, looking after your feet is just as important as your eyes.
After a stunning "John MacLaine" moment of sliding down a bank and over a sticky-outy-rock, followed by a trip to A&E with a VERY swollen and painful ankle - the Doctors assured me that, for the most part, the only reason I wasn't on crutches is because my boots took the brunt of the hit.
After 3yrs, the zip on the side went, so I superglued it shut and have worn them for another 3yrs.
Keep them clean and (slightly) polished to keep the leather in tact; they'll last forever.
Seen me through all weather (sun, rain and snow) in CQB and woodland.
I'd never play in anything other than a decent set of boots, looking after your feet is just as important as your eyes.
After a stunning "John MacLaine" moment of sliding down a bank and over a sticky-outy-rock, followed by a trip to A&E with a VERY swollen and painful ankle - the Doctors assured me that, for the most part, the only reason I wasn't on crutches is because my boots took the brunt of the hit.
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I grabbed some Goretex Merrell Allout Blaze 'trainers' from eBay for about half the RRP - well worth looking into - very comfortable, waterproof thus far and seem to be hard-wearing. They are a blue/grey though.
When it isn't wet, I wear Merrell Chameleon Wrap 'trainers' which are a lower cut but a better colour match for my loadout.
When it isn't wet, I wear Merrell Chameleon Wrap 'trainers' which are a lower cut but a better colour match for my loadout.
I have 2 pairs of salomons, short for urban/indoor terrain and a taller pair for more uneven terrain.
I would be wary of Karrimor stuff with a low price at sports direct. They are actually owned by sports direct now. I'm not all the products are sh*t now, most of my outdoor gear was karrimor when I was younger so I have fond memories of it too, however, it wouldn't surprise me that they are producing lower quality products and enticing people into the chav haven with the established brand reputation.
I would be wary of Karrimor stuff with a low price at sports direct. They are actually owned by sports direct now. I'm not all the products are sh*t now, most of my outdoor gear was karrimor when I was younger so I have fond memories of it too, however, it wouldn't surprise me that they are producing lower quality products and enticing people into the chav haven with the established brand reputation.
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Yes, Karrimor is just an intellectual property these days, same as Kangol, Sondico and Slazenger. It is how Ashley does things...buys the brand so it can be put on any old thing.
Am sure some items are still good...but I would expect to get what you pay for.
Am sure some items are still good...but I would expect to get what you pay for.
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