Budget boots
Check out our round-up of the six best 3-SEASON BOOTS around £150, then bag yourself a bargain...
It can sometimes feel like you’ll need to re-mortgage the house, work extra shifts for the next 12 months or land a nice win on the Premium Bonds to be able to afford the latest outdoor gear. Prices for the newest tech and updated designs are as eye-wateringly steep as Kirk Fell’s nose, and – unless you’re flush with cash – you’ll be forced to hunt around for bargains or end-of-line sales. This can be a time-consuming task, with the added complication of differentiating between naff products deserving of a low price-tag and those that offer impressive performance despite the low cost. But here we’ve done the hard work for you, picking out six pairs of hiking boots priced around £150.
These days a premium pair of hikers will RRP north of £200, if not closer to £250, but some budget boots will still perform excellently, soaking up the lumps and bumps of the roughest trails and keeping your feet dry in the wettest and muddiest of bogs. All of the boots we’ve included feature a waterproof membrane, deeply-lugged outsole for grippy traction, and a well-designed midsole for cushioning, support and shock absorption. But there are big differences between our top picks. Some are lighter and more flexible, with incredible out-of-the-box comfort and a sneaker-inspired look, while others feature a traditional, high-ankled leather design guaranteeing improved waterproofing, all-round protection and longer-term durability. The choice is yours – it’s all down to personal preference – but whichever you choose, your wallet will thank you for it.