Men's Berghaus Hillwalker 2 GTX Boots

Men's Berghaus Hillwalker 2 GTX Boots
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An unboxing and first look at the Berghaus Hillwalker 2 GTX boots. A traditionally designed boot from Berghaus constructed for the wet British weather. With a leather outer shell and a Gortex lined membrane they should perform better than the synthetic boots out there.
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[@EventyrsorenDenmark]

They looks really good and comfy.I always use something like that.😊

[@WyeExplorer]

They are comfy on Soren - I have a good vibe about them. Yeah, the traditional leather have made many a hill walker happy. All the best. Mark

[@turbostream7925]

I have two pairs of these (the brasher version) and the 1st pair have only lasted 10years and hundreds of hikes. 😂 Just started with the spare pair I bought when they were on offer for £60 (a fair few years ago mind) my go to walking boot now. So comfy too, if my blasted plantar fascia would go way then I could resume some hill walking this year. Anyway, long time no see mark. I fell away from your channel for some reason so I am now going to sub again. I don't remember unsubbing. Hopefully I will return to Haybluff this year and walk to the Black Hill and back. Cheers Adrian

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, now having two pairs is an endorsement for sure Adrian. I'm happy to hear you find them comfortable too. I'm keeping mine dubbed after every walk - hope they'll last 10 years like yours. Well, see you up Hay Bluff. Good to hear from you. Mark

[@NicoleHikesalot]

These look great and I hope you will have comfort and stability on your hike Sat. ❤

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, thanks Nicole. I reckon they'll do fine-the hike will be great. All the best over there. Mark

[@bethm629]

They look nice and sturdy fingers crossed they’re good!

[@WyeExplorer]

I've just tested them out yesterday Beth in super wet conditions and bog. They were superb. All the best. Mark

[@dazbass007]

Hi Mark I'm sure you will be pleased with the Berghaus boots I have a similar pair I have had for years and have performed well on two of my wettest thruhikes of the West Highland way and the cumbria Way I know I now use trail runners but I still have the boots and they still have plenty of life in them. 👌 have a great hike atb daz

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Darren. For sure mate there is room for these traditional leathers. In winter and in the bogs when it is cold I don't think trail will cut it. Good to hear you have a similar pair and they've done well. That's encouraging. All the best out there bro. Mark

[@StepsbyKaatje]

Hi Mark, Leather is often better for waterproof shoes. Other materials often don't hold it... I like the mid's as well! And with this weather, you'll be happy with these one! I hope you had a nice walk! Have a great weekend! Kaat

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there Kaat, yeah I agree the leather have a good record and these are gortex to. Wax them and they should last. My walk is tomorrow - should be a good test. It's 7 years to the day since my dear Paul died so a memorial walk. All the best over there. Mark

[@ootnboots]

Nice one Mark, they look a good boot mate , i prefer the leather boots myself . I just bought a pair of Meindl Burmas two months ago ...Take care of your boots and they'll take care of you brother ...cheers Stevie

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Stevie - I agree take of the leathers and they'll treat you right. Good to hear of your purchase. I do have some Scarpa too. All the best out there. Mark

[@pilgrim3387]

I have a pair of lowas. Class boot.

[@WyeExplorer]

Nice one bro - my Lowa didn't last at all. Take care. Mark

[@BorderRambler]

I’ve had the material GORE-TEX boots which are ok for summer but the winter months no good, I use the Brasher Leather goretex boot which is very similar to those. I use the leder gris to keep them supple and weatherproof. And they work well in these wet conditions like we’re having . Atb Dave

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, nice one Dave - that's encouraging mate. Yeah, I've Scarpa here but I tend to use them when I'm seeking out the rivers and in bog. I needed another pair. Good to hear of the Brasher. Have a great weekend. Mark

[@JimTimber]

Glad you got your replacement boots Mark bro ! I've heard that Berghaus are excellent !! I always prefer leather boots to the more modern fabrics that so often split and fail ! Get some dubbin on those leather boots and they will work a treat in wet conditions !! Hope you have a superb weekend my friend !

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there Andy, yeah got the voucher and went with some traditional leather walkers. For sure a good company. I agree about the modern fabrics - they just go so quickly. With some Dubbin these will be good I'm sure. Thanks bro. Have a great weekend. Mark

[@JimTimber]

@@WyeExplorer Yeah a cracking choice there my friend ! ..the boots look really light too.. awesome !!

[@WyeExplorer]

@@JimTimber They are light Andy - should fly on them hills. Peace bro.

[@michaelrawson6261]

Hey Mark, nice wee video, looks like a decent, well made, nicely designed and versatile boot mate, hope the 15-miler went went, hope you had the camera on. Take it easy mate. Mike R.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Mike, yeah an easy design only one stitch line in them. They should be good. My hike is tomorrow bro - It's the anniversary of Paul's passing. 7 years. Take care. Mark

[@michaelrawson6261]

@@WyeExplorer oh great, i hope you really enjoy the hike, and yes mate, I remember very clearly the anniversary Mark, its indelibly printed in my memory, and every year, both you guys are on my mind all day. The anniversary of Dad's passing is on the 30th, so I've got it to come in a few days. But my heart will be with you tomorrow brother. Have a great hike. Love and peace my friend. Mike

[@WyeExplorer]

@@michaelrawson6261 Ah, thanks Mike. That's kind of you. Here's to your good old man too. See you out there.

[@AbdulsCycles]

Nice shoes, Berghaus Hillwalker boots are suitable for working indoors or outside. thanks for sharing.

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, tested em out already in super wet and boggy conditi0ons - they performed well. All the best. Mark

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

Good day Mark , glad you sent the other boots back and got these instead, I do like these leather ones and you need good ones that are waterproof, my new ones are ortholite too and so comfy and these look like they'll grip well. Enjoy your hike tomorrow in the Brecon Beacons 😃~ Anna 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Anna, oh yeah I was getting them replaced alright. Good to hear your boots have worked out. I'm keen to see how these go. I'll have a good one thanks. It's 7 years to the day since my Paul died so it's a memorial walk. All the best. Mark

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

​@@WyeExplorerAh I didn't realise that, you didn't mention it in the video but I hope you have a peaceful thoughtful time 🙏

[@WyeExplorer]

@@FXWalesAnnaAlf That's Ok Anna. Yes, it will be full of deep feeling and eventful I'm sure. Have a great weekend up there.

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

@@WyeExplorer You too :)

[@antimetv]

Hello my dear friend, thank you so much for this interesting shoe opening and review! They look actually quite comfortable! I can imagine how they keep ones feet warm and dry! The profile from the bottom looks like its set for some hiking sessions! 😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there, they were great in a test yesterday. Yes comfortable and good for hiking. Mark

[@ervinslens]

Great looking boots, I hope these will be of better quality.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, bro - a no frills pair but good. All the best. Mark

[@NorwayHikesTrails]

Nice video and review/unboxing. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, thanks maan. Yeah, a simple leather boot this time - gortex. All the b est. Mark

[@t_poutsider]

Great stuff Mark, lets hope they pass the test as they look the business 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

They did great Tony. Awesome out in the Beacons yesterday. All the best bro. Mark

[@NBNatureTrailvan]

Interesting Mark - Sue has a pair of these and they’ve been brilliant. Very comfortable and have been hard wearing. We walked through the flooded and boggy heath in the New Forest yesterday and she kept totally dry. We’ve done about 25 miles in the last three days so that was good. I have some Mammut and they’ve been very good too Interested to find out how you get on mate. 👍👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Dave. Yeah, a good test yesterday in the super wet Beacons - through bog too. They performed brilliantly. I know why Sue is happy with them. Good to hear of the New Forest. I'll be catching up. Re-Mammut glad they perform also. All the best - have a great week ahead. Mark

[@bumblejennybee88]

Hi there! Great looking boots... we've discovered Merrell boots, which I've absolutely loved wearing, but I don't think they'll withstand long distance waterlogged hikes. It's always good to see what other walkers wear and recommend. Looking forward to seeing your latest hike! Take care, Jenny.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi there Jenny, they're not just food looking they did awesome in the Beacons yesterday in super wet and boggy conditions. I've worn technical/synthetic boots before but they just don't hold up in the bog land I go into. Were them Merrel's leather. Well, have a great week ahead. Mark

[@bumblejennybee88]

@WyeExplorer that's great they served you well!! Our Merrells aren't leather (although I've put a pair on my Christmas list 😆) Looking forward to seeing the soggy Beacons! Have a good week! Jenny

[@WyeExplorer]

@@bumblejennybee88 Yeah, happy with these Jenny. Ah, technical gear just don't seem to last when repeatedly wet. Leather GTX are better for sure. Editing the vid now. Peace

[@GazianoOutdoors]

Classic , smart looking walking boots , i like the look of them, they should serve you 👍atb

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, I like the look also Gaz - simple. Cheers mate. Mark

[@steenbeanl7170]

Those look nice!🙂

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey friend from across the pond, thanks. Yeah, tested them out on Saturday in wet and boggy conditions. They were great. I trust you're well. Mark

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

Great to have this Mark. I might need better general wear tough shoes. I’ll watch this in peace later mate since I’m on a noisy diesel train heading for Glasgow at the minute. Atb…Terry

[@WyeExplorer]

Hope Glasgow went alright Terry.Yeah, went with some traditional leather boots for the wet world out there. All the best bro. Mark

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

@@WyeExplorer Yes, thanks Mark. A nice few hours in the company of old friends..

[@WyeExplorer]

@@TerryMcGearyScotland Hey, that's good to hear Terry - just the job for the day.

[@saunteringsapsfords]

Looks like a good pair of boots,Mark. Unusual low back on them,must give more flexibility.?A good boot has got to be a priority, as you do some serious hiking over tuff terrain, nice to see you got you money back,all the best..

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, see how they go tomorrow. I have a good feeling about them. For sure the backs good for moving - they're comfortable. Well, they gave me a voucher - I had to spend it on their site but I'm happy. All the best bro. Mark

[@thewanderingforester]

Hi Mark. Looks like a decent pair of boots. I'm not great with looking after the leather boots I'm afraid so I've usually gone with synthetic. But now I've got some Scarpas so will have to be a bit more diligent!

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, Roger I have some Scarpa, which I use in the wetter boggier regions - they're very good. Used em on my last camp in fact. These? They feel comfy and I trust Berghaus. All the best dude. Mark

[@stephensmith4480]

Hi Mark. They look like they will be up to Scratch mate. Berghaus tend to have a good reputation. Get some waterproofing treatment on them for added protection, it will pay dividends. I have a pair of Meindl which are so comfortable, with a hard wearing sole, they have a very similar lacing system to the ones you have just bought. Be interesting to hear your thoughts on them pal. Take care 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey there Steve, yeah I agree mate it pay to dub them - they'll certainly look after you and be around longer. Not had a good experience with this synthetic stuff. Good to hear of your boots bro. Have a great weekend. Mark

[@stephensmith4480]

@@WyeExplorer 💯% 👍

[@DesmondsDonders]

Hope these work out for you. They sound right. Here is to dry feet

[@WyeExplorer]

I tested them out yesterday in the Brecon Beacons Dave - they were great. Mark

[@MarksGoneWalking]

Nice Boots those Mark; can’t go wrong with leather; totally agree. ATB Mark.

[@WyeExplorer]

They are Mark - light too. No, leather's always good - last a while with care. All the best up there. Mark

[@MarksGoneWalking]

@@WyeExplorer Hi Mark - just wondering how the boots 🥾 performed in the wet. Reason for asking my new Scarpas Completely failed me yesterday on Snowdon and I’m looking for a Light pair of leather waterproof boots 🥾? My precious Scarpas were waterproof but were too heavy.. ATB Mark

[@WyeExplorer]

@@MarksGoneWalking hey, Mark they were brilliant mate. Berghaus are known for good gear. They were comfortable out of the box, waterpoof-bog and all and lightweight. Strange about the Scarpa - are they technical boots or leather GTX? Well, I'd recommend the Berghaus Hillwalker 2. Take care - have a good week ahead.

[@MarksGoneWalking]

Hi Mark the ones that failed were Rush TRK - I’ll do a follow review on them. The original were the same full leather GTX that I think you also have - but they are too heavy for multi day hikes but they never failed in 5 years; hence why I went back to Scarpa. Going to give these Berghaus a go. Thanks Mark. Have a Great Week. ATB Mark.

[@WyeExplorer]

@@MarksGoneWalking Ah, I thought they would be technical boots Mark. They just don't do it in constant wet do they? Yes, them other Scarpa are good-I still wear them. These are fantastic - I'm dubbing them today and hey they're light.

[@christopherellis2663]

Hi, Mark, I hope that they turn out to be better than the others. Pig in a poke, sometimes.

[@WyeExplorer]

Yeah, I hope they work out too Chris. I think I have a good pair here. For sure a throw of the dice. All the best. Mark

[@spijkerpoes]

Nice looking stompers ther! But, oi Mark, I have a pair of meindl perfects here still. Size 42 (eu) in mint condition. My knees can't handle their wheight anymore. These boots are very heavy and very traditional. Look them up, If you want them, I can send them.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Dave, they performed awesome yesterday in the Brecon beacons and in bog. Maan, just checked out them boots - they're built for the worst it looks. Size 42 EU are to small for me though bro. But blimey I'll sell em on ebay of you want. Ha ha! All the best my friend. Mark

[@spijkerpoes]

I tried to sell them on the dutch second hand site, but we dutch are just too damn rich, nobody cares for secondhand stuff anymore. Shame though, you could have had good use of them. But these boots really must fit or you will suffer@@WyeExplorer 😁

[@WyeExplorer]

@@spijkerpoes Yeah, they're size 8 in UK Dave. I'm 9.5. Shame about the dutch not buying.

[@spijkerpoes]

9.5 no go I had them up at 50euros no one 😅@@WyeExplorer

[@WyeExplorer]

@@spijkerpoes Maan, that's a steal. They're expensive.

[@RyansNextAdventure]

Hi Mark, nice boots. I always wear trail shoes but I want to do some winter hiking this winter. So I’m on the hunt for a decent pair of hiking boots. How have these been so far? Do they take a while to wear in or were they comfortable out the box? I’ve now finished my hiking season this year, look forward to catching up on some of your hikes 😊

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Ryan, yeah there good bro. I tested them out yesterday over 15 miles in the Beacons and in bog/super wet all day. They performed awesome and are light weight and comfy out of the box. One stitch on em so good for waterproof quality and and not to expensive. All the best out there. Mark

[@HikeCamp]

I must say I own many outdoor items that claim to be waterproof and unfortunately most, if not all, are only water resistant to a point then get soaked.... Good looking boots my friend..

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there Max, yeah had some dodgy ones recently - but these are a good company and they're built for the wet British outdoors. Have a great weekend Max - go steady. Mark

[@HikeCamp]

Hope they work out for you. @@WyeExplorer

[@SetForAdventures]

Look a good boot Mark leather and a single seam (👍🤠) Get some bees wax on them they’ll be great 👍 ATB Simon 🤠🙏🏼

[@WyeExplorer]

Hi Simon, Tested them yesterday in the super wet Beacons. They were awesome. All the best. Mark

[@adamradford2285]

This is interesting! I’m Desperate for new boots , I’m getting saturated feet on all of my walks now especially boggy and moorland, will be interesting to see how these fair, I need some ASAP. Do you know if they are still enough to take a crampon for winter? That walk from Bwlch sounds epic , video to come? Look forward to that one

[@WyeExplorer]

hey Adam, yeah thought I'd go with the traditional leather hill walker instead of the technical rubbish. These are comfy on - got good vibes about em. Crampons? I reckon Scarpa or something. I have a pair of those too. Yes, I will be vlogging. All the best. Mark

[@adamradford2285]

Nice! Look forward to the video, weather forecast looks grim mind, you’ll give those boots a run for their money! 😂

[@WyeExplorer]

@@adamradford2285 Grim in the morning Adam - clears up later. Peace dude.

[@isnatchgoats3045]

the boots look great, have just bought a pair myself - have you tried them on wet rocks/smooth wet rock, if so how did you find the grip ?

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright there mate. Yeah, I've been out in them - mainly big hills and bogs. For that they're superb. All the best. Mark

[@NorthwalesBushcrafters]

Look a comfy boot mark should work well with a good pair of gaiters in wet weather ATB Trev

[@WyeExplorer]

They were great in the Beacons yesterday Trev. No gaiters - I was a dirt bag hiker when I got back. Mark

[@NorthwalesBushcrafters]

@@WyeExplorer cool nice to know they worked well for you matey, also nice to get a bit down and dirty as Rick T would say 😂 legs are sounding to be nice and healed now too take it easy matey ATB Trev 🙏

[@WyeExplorer]

@@NorthwalesBushcrafters Yeah, happy with these Trev. For sure it's good to get dirt on us. re-the legs a little twinge but were getting there bro. Ye ha!

[@mycolliesandme268]

Could do with a good comfy and water proof pair of boots myself,.I get problems with my feet and arthritis in my toes. Especially with the wet ground . Never been able to find the right ones. Hope those work out well for you. Look forward to finding out your opinion after all the walking you have planned. ATB 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

Alright steve. Sounds like your feet have been seeking out a good pair for a while. Tested these in the Beacons yesterday in the wet and bog. They were comfy out the box and dry. They have one stich line so few chances of a leak. They're good. All the best. Mark

[@mycolliesandme268]

@@WyeExplorer I shall have to splash some cash, it's always a big disappointment when you do, and the boots aren't right. Often the way with my feet. Cheers Mark

[@WyeExplorer]

@@mycolliesandme268 Yeah, I'm always reluctant to spend money Steve. But these are worth it. I like the traditional leathers - GTX.

[@thegeordiefellwalker8878]

hope they perform mate.berghaus took over the branding of a few brasher boots.we never know who's making what for who these days 😏get some wax on that new stitching 👍enjoy

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, I reckon they'll do well for some years to come - as you sat bro wax em. I agree they have their hands in many pies. All the best. Mark

[@timlodge8267]

Straight off the bat I can see a problem there,the way the back of the shoes slopes off this might not support your ankles.

[@WyeExplorer]

Hey, they'll be good Tim. Many use trail shoes today - I bought these for the wet ground. Cheers dude. Mark