Category: Walking Boots

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5 Myths about Walking Boots

The five myths about walking boots

  • What you pay for is what you get: Not always! You don?t always require to invest £100 upfront to buy a decent pair of walking boots. Do some research on your chosen walking boots model and then look for online stores that offer discounts or clearance sales. If you are lucky or vist newforestfootwear.com, you can very well find a great deal on walking boots for under £30.
  • You can use a pair of Walking Boots all year round: Yes, but if they are all season walking boots. If you have invested in two season walking boots which are ideal for summer and autumn, then you dare not tread out with those shoes in winter. So, make your choice of walking footwear depending on when you decide to head out for that walk.
  • Leather is always better than fabric: Now this has been a topic of debate amongst hikers and walkers for quite a while now. I feel that each has its own share of pros and cons. But leather is not always better. A beginner walker who only walks in warm weather on easy terrain can do very well with a walking boot made of fabric.
  • Socks are not as important: Incorrect. You require a good pair of socks along with your walking boots to have a comfortable trip. The best combination that has worked for me is a pair of loop pile socks over a pair of lining socks. You will never have blisters with this.A great selection of quality hiking socks can also be found on the newforestfootwear.com web site
  • The right fit is what feels tight: Wrong! In fact, your walking boots must be wide enough so that you can move your thumb easily without feeling cramped for room. If it feels too tight, then it isn?t right.

There! That always feels good. There?s nothing like ?myth busting? to get yourself feeling charged again. I hope that this helps you make a better decision the next time you venture out ?footwear shopping? for your walking boots.

For more informative articles like this and a huge collection of stylish Walking boots log on now to Newforestfootwear.com. They have regular sales, excellent customer support and a money back satisfaction guarantee. What more can you ask for?

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The buyers guide for walking shoes

So, you have decided to get some exercise and there is none better than good old walking. Walking a mile a day keeps the doctor away.

But before you head out for you walk, ensure that you have the right footwear to support you.

Yes, walking shoes are as important for walking as quality studs are for football.

But buying walking shoes isn?t easy at all. There are a plethora of options to choose from. Different designs, brands, styles and models will leave a newbie as confused as a cow on Astroturf.

So, here is our guide for walking shoes.

  • Do not rely purely on the salesman: It always helps to have a good reliable salesman guiding you. But in case of a walking shoe, relying purely on a sales pitch might not be a wise decision. Do your research and if possible, ask some experts or athletes about the right fit for walking shoes.
  • Go Flat: Walking shoes do not require heels. Most walkers start with the heel and then the rest of the sole is flexed and having a walking shoe with a heel that?s more than an inch above the sole will increase the fatigue that your feet undergoes.
  • Overpronating: Some walkers have a tendency to overpronate. If you are one of them, then look for a shoe that offers better motion control.
  • Cushioning: If you love to go beyond the average mile every day, then you require better cushioning. Made for long walkers, walking shoes with extra cushioning provide the much needed comfort factor during long and tedious walking sessions.
  • Flexibility: If you thought that flexibility only mattered for running shoes, then think again because while walking, your feet flex more than you think it does and you do not want it to fight your walking shoe. Do you?
  • Price: Lastly, take a look at the price tag before you make your purchase.

And if you think that is too many things to take care of, then let the experts do the job. Find the best pair of walking shoes for you at New Forest Footwear. The right fit, the right brand at the best prices.

Here at New Forest Footwear our best selling hiking shoe for both Men and Women is the Grisport Dartmoor which is hand mande Italy!

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Some things to consider while buying walking shoes

When you venture into a footwear store or log on to an online one to buy hiking boots or walking shoes, then you are bound to be confused because there are innumerable brands, models and designs to choose from.

So, this guide here is created to help you make a wise and informed decision whilst buying walking shoes.

Pay attention to the heel

One of the main factors that determine your comfort level while walking is the heel of your walking shoe. A low supporting heel that bevels in is your best choice. A heel that flares out will cause your feet to slap down and it hurts more than it helps.

The weight factor

While there might be models that look bulky but attractive, it is advisable to stick to walking shoes that are lightweight as well as breathable. This is especially true if you are a newbie or an amateur walker.

The Fit

Always look for a walking shoe or hiking boot that offers at least a thumbnail?s width between the toe and the end of the shoe. Try moving your toes inside the shoe and if they feel cramped, look for a different one irrespective of how good it looks. One way to get it right, is to go walking shoe shopping at the end of the day when your feet are worn out and swollen.

In a hurry? Shop later

If you are in a hurry, then it?s probably the worse time to shop for walking shoes or hiking boots. Take your time, walk around the aisles, or even better, try a store that offers a satisfaction guarantee.

But there are very few stores that do offer a money back guarantee, aren’t there? Newforestfootwear.com is one of them. Not only do they offer the best brands at clearance prices, they also have a money back guarantee.

Here you can find a vast selection of quality Hiking boots and hiking shoes available from the New Forest Footwear online shop.

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Walking boots for all kinds of terrain

If you have just come back from a day long trekking/hiking trip or a walking trip and you had the wrong footwear on, then chances are that your misery is incomparable now.

Yes, walking boots might feel like a simple part of your gear, but it can actually make your trip or break it.

And if you are plan to frequently go on such trips, then you better get a decent pair of walking boots for yourself.

Walking Boots can be categorized either according to the terrain that you are going to walk on or according to the seasons that you will be using it in.

Let’s do the comparison here.

  • Beginners Walks: If the terrain that you tread is more of firm low level paths that do not have many steep climbs, then you can opt more for the flexibility factor and comfort factor. Look for walking boots that are breathable.
  • Trekking Boots Ankle support and padding is the main factor that you need to look into while opting for trekking boots. Made of thick leather or fabric, these shoes will also have a waterproof lining. You can use them in all seasons except in snow. They offer better shock absorption as compared to beginners walking boots and have thicker soles that provide optimum grip even in slippery conditions.
  • Winter Walking: If you are likely to encounter snow on your tracks then winter walking shoes are the best choice. These offer firms support both longitudinally and laterally. The shoes are designed in such a way that they offer enough support to your body even if you are carrying a fully loaded backpack.

Other than this, you can also use mountaineering boots. But these are heavier and stiffer than trekking boots.

If you are looking for Hiking boots or Walking boots that fall into any of the above mentioned categories, then Newforestfootwear.com is the best place to buy them. Apart from a huge catalogue of brands and models, they also offer the best prices and excellent customer support.

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The right hiking boots for your walking needs!

If you have had your hiking trip ruined because you chose the incorrect hiking footwear for the terrain or weather conditions, then you know that getting this wrong can make your trip a painful and uncomfortable one.

Your walking boots are the most important item you will take on any hiking trip apart from your feet of course, so it is essential to select the correct pair for the particular expedition that you are embarking on.

If you’re planning on lots of hiking trips that will put you to the test the we recommend getting a pair of decent quality hiking boot to suit your needs.

There are different categories of hiking boots that relate to the different terrains and weather conditions that they are utilized in.

Below is a brief look at the two main categories of hiking boots and what’s going to be best to suit your needs

Intermediate Hiking boots.

If you are mainly going to be walking on flat paths without many uphill sections then the hiking boots that wear can have more flexible soles, with a softer suede and mesh upper. Dependent on the season that you intend to walk you might want to consider waterproof and breathable hiking boots.

Backpacking/Trekking hiking boots.

These are designed to offer greater ankle support when carrying heavy loads. More ankle support will also help to protect against your ankle rolling over in rough terrains. This type of hiking boot will have a more rigged sole unit again to offer the maximum support to the foot on rugged rocky and uneven terrains. The sole unit will also need to be no slip for wet weather conditions.

Our Online Shop www.NewForestFootwear has an extensive range of quality hiking boots and hiking shoes to cater for the demanding needs of our customers. We are always happy to help in anyway just email or phone our friendly customer services for advice if you?re unsure.

You can be sure that you will find the right Hiking boots at Newforestfootwear whatever your needs.

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What Different Brands of hiking footwear have to offer!

Here at www.lawnbowlingshoes.co.uk we stock a wide range of quality waterproof hiking boots and hiking shoes. The main brands of hiking boots and shoes that we stock are Northwest Territory, Grisport and Hi Tec.

Northwest Territory hiking boots/shoes

We stock a wide range of Northwest Territory hiking footwear because we believe they offer both quality and value for money. The Northwest Territory Inuvik is our best selling men’s hiking boot. These hiking boots are waterproof, breathable and have a robust rubber outsole. The Inuvik is superb value at just £38.99

Our best selling Northwest Territory ladies hiking boot is the Trek that is available in a range of different colours. The trek hiking boots are leather with a waterproof and breathable lining, they also have a robust outsole. All this for just £33.99!

Grisport hiking boots and shoes

At www.lawnbowlingshoes.co.uk we have a wide range of men?s and ladies Grisport waterproof hiking boots and shoes. We recommend the Grisport Range of serious walking and hiking.

Our best selling me’ns Grisport hiking boot is the Quatro. These top the range hiking boots have many features to offer. They are handmade in Italy and the quality really shows. The upper are made from fine quality waxed leather and has taped seams. They have a waterproof/breathable lining and come with a superb quality Vibram sole fit for all terrains. The Grisport Quatro Hiking boot offers all this for just £74.99!

The best selling ladies Grisport hiking boots are the Wolf. A fantastic Quality waterproof hiking boot available in a range of different colours. The Grisport Wolf is waterproof/breathable and is made from quality suede leather and waterproof fabrics. The Grisport Wolf has heel support system to ensure a good grip at all times. These superb quality hiking boots are available in ladies sizes for just £54.99!

Hi Tec hiking boots and shoes

Our range of Hi Tec hiking boots also offer great quality and a great price. We have an extensive range of Men’s and Ladies Hi Tec Hiking footwear for you to choose from.

Our best selling men?s Hi Tec hiking boots is the V lite Rapidtrail Waterproof which is available as a hiking boot or a hiking shoe, the Natal Low waterproof. The Hi Tec Natal has a suede and waterproof mesh upper. They have a EVA midsole which offers amazing comfort and an MDT carbon rubber outsole for great traction! The Hi Tec Natal is available from our website for just £38.99

Our best selling Ladies Hi Tec hiking boot is the Kruger Waterproof that has a waterproof suede and mesh upper with a moisture wicking lining. The Hi Tec Sofala also has an EVA midsole and MDT carbon rubber outsole that perform well in all terrains. These hiking boots are available for just £24.99!

We have chosen the sell the above brands of hiking footwear because they offer the quality that our customers except at great value for money low prices. All our waterproof hiking boots and shoe are available with Next Working Day delivery for just £5.95

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Looking after your hiking boots & shoes

The most important thing related to hiking boots or shoes is ensuring that they fit you correctly and that you break your hiking boots in before doing any serious activities in them.

The second most important thing is to look after your hiking boots, as even the most expensive high quality hiking boots get worn out eventually. In this article we are going to look at a few different things that you can do to make sure your hiking boots or shoes last as long as possible

Cleaning your hiking boots!

It is of upmost importance to make sure you clean your hiking boots or shoes after every use to remove any mud from the uppers and sole unit. Hiking boots can be damaged if you put them into storage whilst they are still dirty. Your hiking boots can also be damaged if your put them into storage whilst they are still wet so always allow them to dry naturally away from any heaters. Here at new forestfootwear.com we suggest you use a hiking boot bag to store and transport your hiking boots. Hiking boot bags are available from our accessories section.

Cleaning the inside of your hiking boots or shoes is just as important as cleaning the outside of your hiking boots. Salt from sweat can cause damage the lining off your hiking boots and affect the waterproofing properties of the boots. It is a good idea to wipe the inside of the boot with a soft cloth to remove any build up of salt from the inside.

Treat your hiking boots with waterproof spray

For more serious outdoor activities we recommend treating your hiking boots or shoes before and after every walk. If you only use your hiking boots for the daily dog walk then treating them from time to time is fine. Just simple spray the upper of your hiking boots with the waterproof spray and allow to dry naturally and the spray will help to keep your boots waterproof. Here at newforestfootwear.com we sell a waterproof spray from Grisport that offers great protection from the wet that you will encounter whilst wearing your hiking boots.

Nourishing the leather of your hiking boots

As well as using waterproof spray on your hiking boots or shoes we also recommend using products such a Nikwax to help nourish the leather. This will help to prolong the life of your hiking boots by preventing the leather from drying out and cracking. Here at newforestfootwear.com we sell Nikwax which is ideal for treating your hiking boots and will certainly help your hiking footwear last and last.

If you take good care of your hiking boots or shoe they will last much longer, be more comfortable and offer great protection from the elements so all you have to do is enjoys the scenery on your walk.

Here at New Forest Footwear we have a range of care products for your hiking boots and shoes! We recommend both Nikwax and Waterproof spray to help maintain your hiking boots and shoes!

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Grisport Dartmoor Hiking Shoes

Grisport Dartmoor Hiking/Walking Shoes (winner of WHICH Magazine 2006)

Here at New forest footwear we recommend the Grisport Dartmoor hiking shoes because they were recommended by WHICH magazine as the best hiking shoe of 2006. Which magazine only recommends a product after it has been through vigorous testing and analysis by their team of experts. All products are testing on the performance, value for money and how reliable they are. The Grisport Dartmoor is Grisport’s best selling hiking/walking shoes because of the high quality design and components that are used in it’s production.

Key features of the Grisport Dartmoor

Cordura Fabrics:

The Grisport Dartmoor hiking shoe are made using Cordura fabrics. Cordura fabric is a high performance fabric that helps to make hiking footwear more durable and is exceptionally lightweight. The main advantage of using Cordura fabrics is it?s resistance to punctures and tears helping to prolong the life of Grisport hiking boots/shoes.

Waxed Italian Leather

The Grisport Dartmoor is made using high quality waxed Italian leathers that are both waterproof and extremely durable.

Spotex Waterproof & Breathable Membrane

The Grisport Dartmoor hiking shoe features a Spotex waterproof and breathable membrane that is guaranteed to perform to British waterproofing standards.

Taped Seams

The Grisport Dartmoor hiking shoe features Taped seams which offer even further protection from the wet

Vibram Soles

The Grisport Dartmoor Hiking shoe feature a Vibram Sole unit. Vibram’s soles are made from high quality slip and shock proof rubber that offer amazing comfort and durable in all terrains

As you can see from the large list of features that the Grisport Dartmoor has to offer this is an exceptional quality hiking shoe from Grisport at a very reasonable price and it is easy to understand why they are a best seller.

We stock both Ladies Grisport Dartmoor & Mens Grisport Dartmoor at New Forest Footwear

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Best hiking boots

Hiking is one of the most healthiest and fruitful exercises that a person can undertake. There are not only several health benefits from hiking, but it also allows a person to an adventure and to see various places. However, like every other physical activity, it is necessary to have the right kind of accessories. In fact, if hiking is carried out with the help and use of wrong or substandard accessories, the person may face grave injuries. One of the most integral parts of hiking apparatus is the hiking shoes. It is very important to have the right kind of hiking shoes, to have an injury free hiking experience.

The right kind of hiking shoes are light in weight but offer a kind of strength and shielding of the feet that is required while moving in the rough terrains that one might experience while hiking. Therefore, the shoes should be perfect for dirt roads, mountain roads, as well as small hills.

There are several hiking shoes available, like the ones offered by Hi Tec. Hi Tec offers a varied range of hiking footwear that caters to all types of requirements. HI Tec is a reputed name in the footwear industry, and offers footwear for all requirements, right from golfing to hiking. The shoes under the V Lite hiking and Lite Hiking categories are a rage amongst hikers. It offers several features like waterproof suede and mesh uppers, a moulded rubber toecap for protection, a V Lite hardware lacing, and insole and outsole. Other important features are the ion mask waterproofing technology that allows your foot to be dry and safe even in the most torrid situations.

We recommend the Hi Tec V-lite Rapditail Waterproof at Just £37.99!

Another company that has made a name for itself in the hiking boots market is Grisport. Grisport has a number of models that cater to the varied requirements of hikers and trekkers all over the world. The product offers features like a padded tongue for extra comfort and security, real leather, suede or nubuck upper, a polyurethane midsole and a strong insole that is non twist. The insole is anti bacterial and the toe cap offers extra support and security. The entire shoe has a waterproof membrane and a durable inner padding. The shoe has extra strong lacing hooks, to ensure that the shoe does not come undone while you are trekking. Last but not the least, it offers a soft padded collar, so that the person can walk comfortably.

We recommend the Grisport Fusion Waterproof hiking

Northwest Territory is another major player in the hiking footwear and footwear market. It offers unique sports look hiking boots, which makes the hiking boots look quite different than the others that are normally available. However, these shoes are not just form, but have also taken into consideration factors. Northwest Territory boots have their hiking boots in several unique colours and styles, and the sizes available are right from size four to size thirteen. The material used is generally leather and other textile.

We recommend the Northwest Territory Inuvik

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Finding the best hiking footwear for your needs

The most important thing that you use when hiking is your feet so choosing the right Waterproof hiking footwear whether it hiking boots or hiking shoes is essential. Your hiking boots are the most important item of equipment as they offer protection for your feet even in the roughest of terrains. The aim of this article is to help you chose the right hiking boots for the type of walking or hiking you intend to use them for.

Knowledge of hiking boots and their features is the main element when choosing the right pair to suit you. There are many different brands, variation and types of hiking footwear available, varying from trainers to sandals, hiking boots to mountaineering boots

Choosing the correct size is essential as wearing a badly fitting hiking boot can cause blisters and other problems. This is why here at www.lawnbowlingshoes.co.uk we always allow our customers to try their hiking boots and exchange them if they are unhappy with the size

Taking care of your hiking footwear

Taking good care of your hiking boots is very important. Your hiking boots will be subjected to water, mud and rough terrains while you are hiking, caring for and looking after your hiking boots can help to prolong their life

It is recommend that you clean your hiking boot regular or even after every time you use them. We recommend that you clean fabric hiking boots with warm soapy water. However if your hiking boots have a leather upper then we recommend just clean them with warm water as soap can remove the waxes and oils from the leather. Always allow them to dry naturally.

If your hiking boots get wet when hiking we recommend letting them dry naturally and allow them to completely dry inside and out to avoid the build up of bacteria.

To help maintain the waterproofing properties of your boots we recommend treating them regular. The best waterproofing treatments are sprays or waxes. Waxes also help to nourish the leather.

How to buy the correct hiking boots

When choosing your new hiking boots several factors should be taken into consideration. Your hiking boots should fit comfortable, keep your feet warm or allow them to breathe depending on the climate in which you intend to be using them. They should offer adequate protection for your chosen terrain(s). We recommend choosing waterproof hiking footwear as dry feet are a must when hiking

Here at www.lawnbowlingshoes.co.uk we stock a wide variety of different makes and types of Waterproof Hiking boots and shoes to suit our customers needs