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Hi-tec boots - any good ?

  • 26-01-2010 05:43PM
    #1
    randallflagg
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3 ✭


    Any opinions on Hi-tec boots ?

    I just want a reasonable pair for light trekking so I dont want to spend a fortune. Are Hi-Tec any good ? Are Karrimor better ?. Any advice will be appreciated.


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  • #2
    [Deleted User]
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    Dunno anything about Karrimor. Had Hi Tec and they lasted about 3 short treks before bursting. Took then back and did get a credit note, but my experience was bad.

    I can appreciate the desire to avoid spending a fortune, I get all fleeces, raingear etc in places like TK Maxx, but if I was spending 70 or 80 on Hi Tec anyway think I'd tack on an extra 40 or so and get something like Berghaus.


  • #3
    Cookie_Monster
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 24,651 ✭✭✭✭Cookie_Monster


    in short no, not really.

    its worth spending a little more to move up a brand or two especially with the sales on at the moment


  • #4
    westeire
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 79 ✭✭westeire


    I have a pair of Hi-Tec Quebec boots that I bought in TK Maxx for €50 , they are over a year old and still look good and they still keep most of water out.


  • #5
    [Deleted User]
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    westeire wrote: »
    I have a pair of Hi-Tec Quebec boots that I bought in TK Maxx for €50 , they are over a year old and still look good and they still keep most of water out.

    I don't want to be smart or dismissive, and if they work for you, great. But I want ugly boots that keep all of the water out!


  • #6
    coup1917
    Closed Accounts Posts: 262 ✭✭coup1917


    Deleted User wrote: »
    Dunno anything about Karrimor. Had Hi Tec and they lasted about 3 short treks before bursting. Took then back and did get a credit note, but my experience was bad.

    I can appreciate the desire to avoid spending a fortune, I get all fleeces, raingear etc in places like TK Maxx, but if I was spending 70 or 80 on Hi Tec anyway think I'd tack on an extra 40 or so and get something like Berghaus.


    Interesting, was just looking at a pair of Hi-Tecs on sale at €75 I think..
    Might spend the extra if they aren't up to it though..


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  • #7
    Cookie_Monster
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    westeire wrote: »
    I have a pair of Hi-Tec Quebec boots that I bought in TK Maxx for €50 , they are over a year old and still look good and they still keep most of water out.

    Well theres a reason right there if ever I saw one


    EDIT: Here
    Columbia are ok, I've got a pair of mountain runner from them, can't fault them at all.


  • #8
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 22,384 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    coup1917 wrote: »
    Interesting, was just looking at a pair of Hi-Tecs on sale at €75 I think..
    Might spend the extra if they aren't up to it though..

    Not sure about Berghaus mind, I don't have them, just that a friend was buying lately and asked me the exact same 'should I buy Hi Tec' question, he went for Berghaus for an extra 40 and really likes them.

    Columbia seem to be a popular brand priced just above Hi Tec, maybe do an advanced search for that word on this forum and get some reviews?


  • #9
    westeire
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 79 ✭✭westeire


    Originally Posted by westeire viewpost.gif
    I have a pair of Hi-Tec Quebec boots that I bought in TK Maxx for €50 , they are over a year old and still look good and they still keep most of water out.


    I should have said thats after walking across a few streams and getting the boots completely wet that they would be damp inside. I know that Hi-Tec may not be be the best brand but I think these boots are great for price. I also have a pair of Lowa army gortex boots which are great and never let in a drop water but they are heavy and your feet get hot, thats why I wear Hi-tec most of time.


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