ZAMBERLAN 996 VIOZ GTX £220

USED BY Ben Weeks, Trai● senior writer USED FOR 6 years I’m currently on my second pair of these, and for all the right reasons. By the time my first pair eventually wore out I’d had them for 5 years and covered more miles than I can count. But I’d been so impressed with the Vioz that there was only one option as a replacement for my old boots – another pair of Vioz. They’re sturdy, supportive, comfortable, and my first choice for backpacking and trekking tours for most of the year. As for my old pair, they’re still getting used as my summer motorcycle footwear!

VERDICT A quality classic leather boot for devouring the miles over challenging terrain.