Bushcraft on a budget: The BEST Bushcraft boots in the World?

[@WoolysWorld]

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[@michaelsimms76]

Had my liability boots for over three years now worn 6 days a week at work in all weathers , tread finally starting to wear out so just bought another pair . In my opinion best boots out there for price.

[@WoolysWorld]

Fantastic boots for the money. Have you tried the scout boots?

[@frederickmerle6412]

The over the toe rand is the best feature of a boot. I have some lovely LOWA patrol boots that are scuffed to hell on the toe which spoils them, not good at £180!! What I think is missing from most manufacturers lines are boots without goretex liners. I personally see no need for a goretex liner except for extreme winter mountaineering. Goretex makes them not breath great and takes an age to dry. A well maintained and waxed leather boot will remain just as waterproof but will dry much more quickly and breath way better.

[@WoolysWorld]

a toe guard is a make or break for me now, especially when it comes to bushcraft,

[@PaulStephenOutdoors]

Agreed Wooly, I got the Haix High Liability boots recently and they're definitely the most comfortable bushcraft (and airsoft) boots I've ever had. Bargain. Cheers.

[@WoolysWorld]

totally agree, i wear them every day, the ex army gear has come on so much in the last few years!! worth every penny. thanks for watching

[@bobmarley6161]

@@WoolysWorld have you ever tried altberg defender boots.?

[@bobmarley6161]

The most comfortable boots I've ever had and still have are the altberg bergen boots. Absolutely top quality boots.

[@taffinator9585]

Altbergs all the way on this one , got a pair of defenders and Ive tried killing them more than once or twice and nothing just laughed at me , a quick dry and wash down regrist/dub/polish and their like new , but that said you can for £225 get a pair of hand made william lennon lace to toe x10 fell boots and those are special not mass produced like altberg and hiax and tough as and do look a bit special being hand made the old way

[@WoolysWorld]

@taffinator9585 nice

[@robertkirk4387]

I bought those Haix cold weather boots, surplus and brand new for £70, they are FAB, a little stiff, a little heavy but what a solid pair of comfy boots, and I tend to wash and polish all of mine. 🤣😂😁

[@WoolysWorld]

Agreed Robert , cheers buddy

[@stevenbuckley1416]

I’ve just subscribed. Because you interact with your subscribers and that you have the time of them. so it’s a thumbs up from me 👍

[@WoolysWorld]

Cheers Steven, welcome to Wooly's world, new mystery boots on the way, keep an eye out, thanks for the sub, feel free to comment or offer suggestions on any vids

[@stevenbuckley1416]

I’ve been looking for a good pair of boots and seeing the reviews and comments on this subject and it came down to one boot Company that stood out on Quality and price and there after sales care was excellent And it British made inYorkshire. I’m a firm believer in supporting British industry . And Altberg was the one. They make a variety of boots . And they even have a KZbin channel on the factories . Sorry I edited that out because it sounded sarcastic . But was no Disrespect to you or your channel.

[@magicmike6517]

I've just purchased a fantastic pair of middle range shoe boots there Gortex and the wider range for my feet is superb and comfortable and extremely light to walk hike and they are ARC'TERYX and cost me £160 Well impressed with my purchase

[@WoolysWorld]

nice one, i didn't even know they made boots/shoes, ive since moved to the haix scout boots, amazing difference in the 2 pairs , the scout are much better

[@Julian-bq9qv]

just came from MOTPM - great channel here. And the price on those boots!!!! Incredible! Thanks!

[@WoolysWorld]

Julian 3 great boots at any price

[@rivercitymetaldetecting9854]

Have owned the Danner US Lights, Mountain Light 2s, and the 45200 Explorer. I am now running the Zamberlan 966 Saguaros. Phenomenal boot that is very stout and durable. Can be resoled as well(as with my Salathe for lighter use.) Much more boot than the Danner and my 1st pair of Danners were 6490s to give a clue how far back I go with them.

[@WoolysWorld]

I've had zamberlans years ago , but now they don't make them small enough to fit me

[@ryaniam22]

Do those Zamberlans use the polyurethane midsole? Because from what I've seen all the heavy duty boots from Hanwag, Zamberlan, Lowa, Scarpa, Kennetrek and Miendel use this polyurethane midsole that disintegrates from hydrolysis guaranteed within 5 years. Such a scam. I love the look and durability of those zamberlan Norwegian welter boots but if the sole explodes off the upper it doesn't matter how durable it is

[@WoolysWorld]

Great question

[@steintanz]

Those will probably be my next boots, once mine need replacement. The quality for the price is hard to beat.

[@WoolysWorld]

Steintanz exactly

[@jasonhiggins6431]

iv tried every boot on the market over last 45 years in the field ,none last me more than a year , just had my Hanwag,s re soled (from ray mears store) they lasted 9 months , I'm currently wearing dunlop wells on offer from screw fix £10-99 and there absolutely brilliant much better than my £280 la chemaus

[@WoolysWorld]

WOW! Wellies for the win

[@lonewandererbushcraftwildc6822]

Very similar to my best boots british army high liability boots by Haix

[@WoolysWorld]

Great boots , I don't do bushcraft stuff in this channel, you might like my new channel called Red Branch Bushcraft

[@lonewandererbushcraftwildc6822]

@@WoolysWorld I'm already a sub lol

[@WoolysWorld]

@@lonewandererbushcraftwildc6822 lololo, good man

[@justinedwaesd4232]

I have a set love them👍

[@WoolysWorld]

Nice

[@garry_potta]

I have just bought a pair of altberg defender (British military issue). Nice boots and not goretex. I had goretex boots and when they got wet (which they inevitably do) they take forever to dry out. I'm sure those boots are equally as good but the goretex lining doesn't impress me

[@WoolysWorld]

Where are you from? I've never had an issue with Gore-tex taking ages to dry out, being in Ireland I wouldn't be without Gore-tex, even for everyday wear , but I have different boots for different environment,

[@garry_potta]

I live in Yorkshire UK. If you have a quick Google lots of people have issues with goretex boots not drying out for ages after they get wet. not saying they aren't any good. It's just a potential issue with them

[@WoolysWorld]

@@garry_potta ah, same climate then, i can understand it thought , I've never really had an issue

[@GreenMANcadventures]

gonna have a look into these soon ill need new boots before long

[@WoolysWorld]

Well worth it

[@OverlandTT]

Miendl fall apart in service unless they’re brand new.

[@WoolysWorld]

Really, is it common

[@isaguard]

This Hiax pair looks so similar to British army Defender boots. Seems like the model is the same. I wonder if there's a difference between them

[@WoolysWorld]

These were issued to the British army at some stage

[@paulpickford9388]

Hi Wooly great videos. Could you please advise how these run size wise I'm normally 8.5 wide. Cheers Paul.

[@WoolysWorld]

I found them true to size, but this is an old video Paul, there are better boots out there now. Have a look at my other channel , Red branch Bushcraft, check out the mendl's

[@aGer669]

Top

[@WoolysWorld]

good man

[@ilikesaws4068]

Fantastic boots! I bought a pair and ended up buying 2 more pairs as I have used them for everything. For £40 they're a bargain. Thanks for your advice.

[@WoolysWorld]

Excellent stuff!! Great gear, look after them and then will last a lifetime

[@ilikesaws4068]

@@WoolysWorld Absolutely. I have used them for hillwalking in the West and for cutting timber and other work on the farm. Never had a problem. Best money I ever spent.

[@aaronconrad5047]

Anyone got a link. I cannot find in 9s

[@ilikesaws4068]

@@aaronconrad5047 I can't copy the link but try surplus 2003. They have 2 pairs in 9s at the moment. Their about £45.

[@WoolysWorld]

@@aaronconrad5047 not exactly what your after but still a great pair of boots www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-British-Army-Karrimor-SF-Cold-Wet-Weather-Goretex-Brown-Combat-Boots/132427633582?_trkparms=aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20200520130048%26meid%3Db405ec0cf6be4b45be83dc41809b3eb0%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D6%26rkt%3D12%26mehot%3Dpf%26sd%3D122729155969%26itm%3D132427633582%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv5PairwiseWebWithDarwoV3BBEV2b%26brand%3DKarrimor&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851

[@bobmarley6161]

Hi hope your well couldn't resist got myself a brand new pair of black haix ksk 3000 which are exactly the same s the brown military ones. Snapped them up as got a great deal on them. More than ready for winter now. Lol

[@WoolysWorld]

good man, you wont be dissapointed

[@WoolysWorld]

I had sold all my boots there, then went mad today , pair of aku, pair of haix scout, and danner rat boots!! All for review

[@bobmarley6161]

@@WoolysWorld that's a good selection of boots heard a lot about the AKU boots. Looking forward to your reviews. I mainly in the meindl desert fox Pro boots in the summer months. The haix are waxed and polished for winter.

[@WoolysWorld]

@@bobmarley6161 good man, so far the aku's are hardest to wear, think they will need breaking in, the haix and the danners are like slippers

[@bobmarley6161]

@@WoolysWorld I've heard good things about the haix scout boots did you buy them all off ebay new or army surplus??? I'm resisting the temptation to buy any more boots lol got a good supply to last me many years through the different seasons. I only wear them mainly for hiking canal and woods walks. You probably give your boots a real good workout through your bushcraft activities. Take it easy my friend.

[@justincoates7643]

Had some of these boots when I was serving. Definitely not my favourite. These boots are like the boots worn by the Apollo 11 astronauts when walking on the moon. Very heavy and cumbersome. I have to disagree, the best boots out there are the Altberg Defenders

[@WoolysWorld]

I haven't tried the defenders, at the time and for the price they were hard to beat

[@markjoudrey7036]

great review.

[@WoolysWorld]

thanks Mark, and thanks for watching. a great pair of boots, cheap as chips too

[@Mike-yq6jg]

size wise are they right

[@WoolysWorld]

Yes, spot on

[@blackbootsurvival3197]

Nice boots. Good review brother!

[@WoolysWorld]

thanks man

[@ToddWittenmyerBackwoodsLiving]

Nice looking boots!

[@WoolysWorld]

Thanks Todd, and thanks for watching. a great pair of boots if you can get your hands on them.

[@soggz4246]

Try the Magnum Viper pro 8.0 waterproof, but go up a size.👍🏾

[@WoolysWorld]

I had magnums years ago but found that the soles wear out very quick

[@soggz4246]

@@WoolysWorld I wear them everyday for work. Seem ok now. I wear the waterproof ones. I think they are made better now.👍🏾

[@WoolysWorld]

Nice

[@jackbarb9668]

@@WoolysWorld i have haix high liability since 2014 & haix cold wet weather also the altbergs , magnums etc if I had to pick a pair to bug out with, it would be with out a doubt the haix, they are such a durable boot & I've put them through their paces , heavier yet worth it for me so much so I have a new pair ready to go. 👍

[@WoolysWorld]

Excellent Jack, you might have a look at my other channel for more videos like this, it's called Red Branch Bushcraft

[@bashorg100]

Добрый день. Как вы считаете, почему производитель вообще начал менять крючки сверху для шнурков на петли? Крючки сверху для шнурков ведь гораздо удобнее.

[@WoolysWorld]

Sorry buddy, can you translate this please

[@bashorg100]

@@WoolysWorld Good afternoon. Why do you think the manufacturer even started changing the hooks on top for laces to loops? Hooks on top for shoelaces are much more convenient.Good afternoon. Why do you think the manufacturer even started changing the hooks on top for laces to loops? Hooks on top for shoelaces are much more convenient.

[@WoolysWorld]

@@bashorg100 it's to make the compliment for parachute jumping, hooks can get caught in the lines

[@bashorg100]

@@WoolysWorld Thanks for the answer! I didn't think about this moment. Have you used HAIX Mondo? Or maybe you have information on the use of this model from friends?

[@WoolysWorld]

I've never used them, I used the scout boots, they were nice , but I've moved back to leather boots now, try the meindl German army special forces boots and look at my other channel " Red Branch Bushcraft" for boot review

[@ellawoods1609]

I must have being unlucky i bought a new pair of the cww boot and the toe box just soaks the water in. Even in wet grass.

[@WoolysWorld]

That is strange

[@carlb401]

They are a great pair of boots. I managed to get a brand new pair in the box for £50 last year. As said really comfy to wear all day. Also have the lowa desert boot, again very comfy, but for me if i am wearing anything thicker than liner socks, the toe box volume is too small. :(

[@WoolysWorld]

Cheers buddy

[@philyaboots1]

the soles are coming away from mine after very little use, dissapointed to say the least.

[@WoolysWorld]

That's crap

[@philyaboots1]

@@WoolysWorld yup, nice tough comfy boots but soles are just glued on, gutted!

[@WoolysWorld]

@philyaboots1 I didn't know that you could still get them

[@philyaboots1]

@@WoolysWorld Had them about 3 years but have walked about 20 miles in them, no tread wear on them at all, just the crappy glued sole has let them down.

[@WoolysWorld]

@philyaboots1 do you think you could glue them back on?

[@bobmarley6161]

Hi do these fit true to size or should I go a size up please your right they do look stunning.

[@WoolysWorld]

for me , yes

[@bobmarley6161]

You might like the iturri cold wet weather boots. Just for your information

[@WoolysWorld]

I have s pair, aren't they the same day the karrimor sf ? Have a look at my mystery boots vid

[@bobmarley6161]

@@WoolysWorld yep I heard iturri used to make the karrimor in their factory in Spain. Only minor changes different insole and rand material I think.

[@WoolysWorld]

@@bobmarley6161 I did some research, iturri make tons of boots, Google them

[@bobmarley6161]

@@WoolysWorld thanks my friend I only want the haix now the cold wet weather boot as they look solid and well made. But then again can't have enough boots lol

[@bobmarley6161]

@@WoolysWorld hi can you send me a link to the mystery boots Video please

[@jamiechapman8682]

I had a pair of haix high liability i thought thay were exellent untill the material tore around the heel stitching, i have family in the army and he says thay are the worst boot the army make, i would never get another pair as i did not have them long i then bought altberg-defenders as advised by him and i must say i will never look at another boot again there so strong buy do require a regular dubbing to keep em waterproof altberg are by far a more superior boot

[@WoolysWorld]

A few people have said that, I've been keeping my eye out for a cheap pair , but so far so good with my hiax

[@jamiechapman8682]

I supose theres always a bad apple wooly it must have been just mine, none the less it put me off haix for good

[@jamiechapman8682]

Haix sorry lol

[@WoolysWorld]

@@jamiechapman8682 the big difference is that I don't have to live in them 24-7 like the soldiers have to, it would be a different story then, I'd like to try the new issue aku , they look nice

[@popeurban2]

How these holding up? Still good for the money, thinking about pulling the trigger on a pair. Cheers enjoying your channel.

[@WoolysWorld]

Well, I sold these on, I now wear the haix scout boots, amazing! Like a cross between the two

[@lex4437]

Two months ago, I bought these shoes, believing in their impermeability. A week ago I had 3 hours in them to go on wet grass height of 10 centimeters and suddenly my feet were wet! Based on personal experience, I can say-these shoes are good, comfortable, but wet!

[@WoolysWorld]

No way, I never had an issue like that, we're they the goretex version?

[@lex4437]

@@WoolysWorld yes, they are the goretex version

[@WoolysWorld]

@@lex4437 I'd return them

[@Nineteen92Media]

How did you find the sizing? Would you recommend going for one size up?

[@WoolysWorld]

I find them true to size

[@soggz4246]

39 quid,can’t go wrong. But I have to say that the Altburg Defenders are much better! Good review. Regards.

[@WoolysWorld]

I haven't tried the defenders, Soggz if your into this type of content I've started a bushcraft/ outdoor channel called Red branch Bushcraft, you should check it out

[@soggz4246]

@@WoolysWorld Thanks. I’ve been ‘into’ bushcraft since I was a young Cub Scout in the mid ‘70’s. Been doing it for a while…😉👍🏾

[@jamiechapman8682]

Agreed the aku's do look nice, yeh it would be a diff story for me also if i was in them 247 but he is and swears by altberg defenders hence i now own a pair may i ask if you have ever tryed the defender boot ? Cheers for your prompt replys

[@WoolysWorld]

What are defender boots? And no problem about the answers, I love talking about gear lol

[@jamiechapman8682]

thats what the boot is called mate altberg defender

[@WoolysWorld]

@@jamiechapman8682 sorry man!! No I haven't tried them, I was also looking at a pair of the karrimor boots, they look the business

[@WoolysWorld]

@@jamiechapman8682 now you have me checking eBay lol, I'm going to have to get a pair

[@jamiechapman8682]

Please do there an awsome boot wooly and very well made, plus when i was looking for a pair in general i was trying to find some one on here that had the boot ankle deep in water to check em out as i do alot of the lake district and nobody on here had a waterproof vidio thay all said there waterproof but to what extent obviosly i know now i have the boots its waterproof as high as the tounge. it could be somthing for your channel. I like your vlogs

[@nathanmassey9680]

Where did u get them from for 39.99

[@WoolysWorld]

On eBay if I remember, this was a long time ago. You might have a look at my new channel which is just Bushcraft and stuff like this

[@nathanmassey9680]

@@WoolysWorld ok thanks

[@roninmetal83]

Do you find the cold wet weather ones too warm for long days/walking? I'm trying to decide between the 2

[@WoolysWorld]

roninmetal83 not at this time of year, but I’ve not had long hikes in the summer in them

[@roninmetal83]

@@WoolysWorld yeh I wouldn't use them in summer, I have other boots for that. But u know you can get hot feet when hiking for hours

[@WoolysWorld]

roninmetal83 lol, I tend not to hike for hrs anymore, but I do a lot of standing around in all weather

[@lucywaring5793]

Hi! Finding your videos really useful shopping for boots. I'm more into hiking/hill walking than buchcraft though- do you think the liability or bushcraft boots would be good for that?

[@WoolysWorld]

Hi, either would be fine, the wet weather boots are warmer, have a look at the atturi boots, great quality, British army are wearing them now I think

[@WoolysWorld]

Also have a look at my more recent boot videos, I reviewed a fair few different pairs

[@lucywaring5793]

@@WoolysWorld Will do, thanks again :)

[@paddypravda839]

Wooly.. Any tips on sizing? I want to but a pair of high liability, I'm. Size 9 in runners and shoes should you go for the same size?

[@WoolysWorld]

yes, i found them true to size, they do come in widths though , i just stuck with m width

[@paddypravda839]

@@WoolysWorld thanks man. I'll get a pair... Bloody import charge from UK to South Ireland is scandalous now. Pity I can't find a place up north.

[@bobmarley6161]

Hi excellent review I really like the cold wet weather boots just wanted to ask have you worn them in warmer weather? How do they feel etc in warmer weather.

[@WoolysWorld]

If I plan a lit of walking in the summer I wear the hl boots, but for round camp it's the wwb all the way

[@adamstockton67]

Great videos Wooly. I'm looking to buy some Merino wool socks (or alternatives) do you have any recommendations? Thanks in advance

[@WoolysWorld]

head to you local sports direct, i saw some in my local the last time, ive no idea what they are like but i bet they'ere cheap

[@bearwoodcraft3591]

£39 used or is that a nee price

[@WoolysWorld]

Used price , at that time, I think this video is 3 years old

[@Nighttrunker]

What is the weight like and fit I’m normaly size 9 shoe loving the channel keep it up 👍👍

[@WoolysWorld]

The fit is spot on, a 7 fitted me perfect, great value for money, for this time of year I'd go with the wet weather boots, their warmer

[@ryaniam22]

Do you know if these have a polyurethane midsole? Because all those boots that look like this including Meindel, Hanwag, Zamberlan, Kennetrek, Scarpa, they all us polyurethane and they ALL explode from hydrolysis foresure within 5 years no matter what you do. It's a scam. I have a perfect pair of lowa Tibete that literally disintegrated within walking 200 ft.

[@WoolysWorld]

I don't know buddy, this is an old video now, 5 years ago? Ish , I'm testing meindl German army special forces boots ATM, their doing great, check out my other channel " Red Branch Bushcraft" for info on those

[@schlooonginator1227]

Ebay? Are they authentic? This would be my concern with everything being counterfeited by the Chinese. Just saw a video of a guy who bought a Casio G Shock for not much less than a good deal from a dealer on Ebay with a 100% rating that turned out fake.

[@WoolysWorld]

Yes they are real, military surplus from the British army

[@beserkermode6698]

Sizing true to size?

[@WoolysWorld]

for me they were

[@davidspratt4112]

I got issued them in the army and was like fuck my life get me some vaguely knock off military issue altbergs

[@WoolysWorld]

Lololo, cheers man

[@westfour3116]

Haix, not “hi-ax”

[@WoolysWorld]

Cheers buddy

[@johnbeagmartin5809]

Hi There; can anybody recommend a waterproof leather boot-without insulation- for tramping the hills and moor in summer. I'm a warm person and don't need insulate. At a reasonable price though. Cheers guys.

[@WoolysWorld]

Have a look at brasher boots, look on Facebook market place, they always come up cheap there

[@johnbeagmartin5809]

@@WoolysWorld Many thanks mate. I'll have a squint.

[@bobmarley6161]

Have a look at altberg defender boots very lightweight and comfortable just swap the insoles they're terrible and keep the boots waxed and polished every few weeks....

[@johnbeagmartin5809]

@@bobmarley6161 Thanks Mate; will do.

[@bobmarley6161]

@@johnbeagmartin5809 if. Your in the UK check eBay you can pick up a really. Nice pair or even brand new for good price also only use leder gris on them not any other polish

[@PinetreeLine]

Great review Brother! Do you have a link to these boots?

[@WoolysWorld]

www.haix.co.uk/haix-boots-combat-high-liability-male-brown this is for the website, but way better deals on ebay, they are a british army boot so they might be hard for you guys to source

[@PinetreeLine]

Wooly's World Thanks Brother I will check them out!! Doug

[@ganicwil]

I must keep my eyes peeled for a pair, good solid looking boot👍

[@WoolysWorld]

excellent boot, i wear them nearly every day

[@meme4one]

They are great but best boots? That depends on the environment!! You'd not want them anywhere hot and dry. I had a pair of Danner matterhorns, best boots I've ever owned for use in cold wet Europe, especially the balkans. No longer issued in the British Army so a lot rarer. Got mine as a soldier, swapped for a bottle of JD from a guy who was broke and wanted to be drunk. What a trade 👌🏻

[@WoolysWorld]

Nice, I'm a massive Danner fan myself, best in regards value for money vs quality

[@meme4one]

@@WoolysWorld very much so, they've been killing it for years.

[@WoolysWorld]

I'm on my third pair now, had two pairs of Acadia now I have a pair of Danner Rat boots , great job

[@Coral813]

Best boots in the world 😂😂😂😂 you haven't got a clue pal. You know zero when it comes to boots.

[@WoolysWorld]

Thanks mike

[@imusiccollection]

Price

[@WoolysWorld]

On ebay between 40-60 pound