what boots you you use?

[Lozart]

I haven't, I found wearing decent shoes did the job. I ended up with it in both feet (I'm a Postman). Problem I had was I used to wear Vans flat shoes (Out of work) and the crappy Magnum boots Royal Mail provided which royal F****d my feet up!

I had a custom orthotics which helped massively but if you get it back again try one of these: http://www.ossur.co.uk/injury-solutions/products/foot-and-ankle/night-splints/exoform-dorsal-night-splint (I have an older less complex version but the principle is the same). The hold your foot in flexion overnight which allows the tendon to heal in a stretched out position. Works a treat.

 

[Ian_Gere]

I find it hilarious that something called "Policeman's Heel" is also called Fasciitis!

 

[Zak Da Mack]

I wear German para boots and they are quite comfy after wearing them for a while. They are a bit bulky though. My ones are also knackered now as the bottom is falling off, they're being held together with some elasticated glue now. I think it's time for some new boots

 

[springs]

does anyone know what manufacturers offer decent waterproof boots in a UK size 13? Had some magnums previously but they've worn out now and could do with being replaced.

 

[Lozart]

does anyone know what manufacturers offer decent waterproof boots in a UK size 13? Had some magnums previously but they've worn out now and could do with being replaced.

What's your budget? Any brand of walking boots that has GTX or GoreTex in the name would be OK.

 

[Josh95]

I wear magnum boots, theyre a bit pricey but very comfy IMO and waterproof

 

[springs]

What's your budget? Any brand of walking boots that has GTX or GoreTex in the name would be OK.

I guess under £100 would be the budget.

Are the Zipped models i've seen easier to get on and off and don't cause a problem with water getting in?

 

[Snakeeyes75]

I had a custom orthotics which helped massively but if you get it back again try one of these: http://www.ossur.co.uk/injury-solutions/products/foot-and-ankle/night-splints/exoform-dorsal-night-splint (I have an older less complex version but the principle is the same). The hold your foot in flexion overnight which allows the tendon to heal in a stretched out position. Works a treat.

Ok cool!it does come back from time to time but never as bad as when I first had it!

 

[Ian_Gere]

Re: zips vs water - if there is a sealed tongue/bellows type of thing behind the zip, yeah they should not cause a problem, but if it's just two flaps, no matter what the manufacturer says, capillary action will make water migrate through the gap as you walk so, if your boots stay wet for a while, your socks will get damp.

"Waterproof" is a bit ambitious when applied to Magnums IME - water resistant yeah, but the two pairs i've had both went bin-wards after falling apart due to being damp. Comfy though.

Edit: you can always add lace in zips to lace up boots. If you make sure to get the ones made from leather, rather than the PVC/whatever type, they can be done up very tight across your instep without tearing the eyelets out (experience talking) which, if you have slim feet like me or just prefer your boots tight, makes them no different to laces for comfort but a lot easier to get on and off (for eg if you have an itch).

 

[Lozart]

Ok cool!it does come back from time to time but never as bad as when I first had it!

It can do. Depends on the cause. Mine is quite often weight related but I've lost three stone since Christmas so I'm hoping it's gone for good. If you don't wear proper, well fitted footwear you can make it come back. It's worth seeing if your local hospital has an orthotics dept. They can usually do gait analysis and recommend what type of footwear you need. I under-pronate (basically my feet don't roll inwards when I walk so I tend to walk on the outside of my feet) which means I need trainers with maximum cushioning and little to no arch support. My GP thought I had fallen arches which would have steered me down completely the wrong avenue for footwear!

 

[straffham]

Got an old pair of Mil-tec leather boots which are starting to show their age now, very comfy though and waterproof, and thinsulate lined, they may be cheap but have served me well. Picked up a pair of almost new american Wellco tactical boots (police issue?) the other week for a fiver from Denbigh Army Surplus, my son wore them at skirmish on Saturday, but had some ankle rub, seem on the small size in that area (he's skinny so no way they'd fit me lol!). I also have a pair of Karrimor walking boots though not had to use these for skirmishing . . . . as yet!

 

[Esoterick]

Really happy with my German para boots, wore Doc Martins for years when I was younger and now realise how uncomfortable they were. Thinking of getting a second pair as I wear them all the time and it's annoying cleaning boots ready for work after a skirmish on sunday night.

 

[Snakeeyes75]

It can do. Depends on the cause. Mine is quite often weight related but I've lost three stone since Christmas so I'm hoping it's gone for good. If you don't wear proper, well fitted footwear you can make it come back. It's worth seeing if your local hospital has an orthotics dept. They can usually do gait analysis and recommend what type of footwear you need. I under-pronate (basically my feet don't roll inwards when I walk so I tend to walk on the outside of my feet) which means I need trainers with maximum cushioning and little to no arch support. My GP thought I had fallen arches which would have steered me down completely the wrong avenue for footwear!

Curious, My feet seem to be the opposite, I prefer shoes with a crazy big arch support! Even to the point of a bit of pain. I know when I have a good pair as my feet almost "Crack" back in to place! I can see from the way my shoes wear that I must roll my feet slightly inward as the outside heel wears quicker than the rest.

 

[Lozart]

Curious, My feet seem to be the opposite, I prefer shoes with a crazy big arch support! Even to the point of a bit of pain. I know when I have a good pair as my feet almost "Crack" back in to place! I can see from the way my shoes wear that I must roll my feet slightly inward as the outside heel wears quicker than the rest.

If the outside wears quickest then you either underpronate or possibly you are a "heel striker". I tend to walk on the balls of my feet. Get your gait analysed though, definitely worthwhile. Plenty of good running stores can do it too but might charge.