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In reply to Post #24
I had a pair for 2.5 years before they perished and started cracking, very dissapointed.
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In reply to Post #4
Had a pair of Aigle for over 10 years, fished every winter in them, brilliant boots and those that know, know.. 👍🏻
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In reply to Post #22
Best of luck with them, mine all had that style sole. I can't comment on the chore boots etc they do that have different type soles.
Can't fault these techno thermos though, definatley heavier but as robust as a boot can be, never had cold feet yet too
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In reply to Post #21
I just bought a pair of the Muck artic sports..oh well, they were only 60 quid so if they last a year then all good. I had a Vass winter boots before that and they supposedly fell to bits, but lasted me 6 years before they were stolen...and still had another 3 or 4 years in them!
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In reply to Post #7
I've had 3 pairs of dog muck boots, not the cheaper version either, the soles fell off all 3 long before they should have done. Very comfy to wear but absolute dog muck for lasting even reasonable anounts of time.
Thought I must have just got a bad pair but two other pairs later and it's not bad luck it's bad quality
Got a pair of Techno thermos troya now, far and away the best boots I have ever had, as warm if not warmer than muck boots, heavier duty, tough build, brilliant grip, they are definatley heavier but these have been used and abused and they're still as good as when i had them, bullet proof
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I've been using my le chameau leather lined for around 10 years now still going strong, super comfortable and never get cold feet with decent socks and a change every now and then, they cost a lot but I use them daily and for my fishing, 10 years so far I would say they were worth it,
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In reply to Post #18
That's good to know.
My skeetex boots were cut down to above the ankle to accomodate my calves and the inner folded down and over. Which on a 50 quid pair of boots is just about palletable but not something that will set me back nearly £ 200
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In reply to Post #17
Aigle and Le chameau are available in wide calf models FYI
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Thanks, having massive calves is much of my problem so the buckles/flappy bit will (I hope) means I can get them on.
I've always worn skeetex but walking more than 100 yards in them without looking like a clown is quite tricky 😂😂
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I have a couple of pairs of le chameau leather lined and neoprene versions
p.s I had them before Peck did when they were only seen by the farming community and I have to say I love them hence having a 2nd pair (leather lined for the summer) yes they are expensive but they are really comfortable mine are the Vierzonord the neoprene I wear through the winter and are good to down too - 15°C ( I also own baffin trappers which are great for extreme cold but are really clunky by comparison and arent great dfor walking around in
Some of the technical features
Shank reinforcement – built-in support for stability and reduced strain.
Dual-density grip outsole – shock-absorbing cushioning and reliable traction on mud or wet ground.
Adjustable gusset – tailored fit for different calf sizes.
I use the leather ones in the summer and for shoots as an example and they are equally great and Ive had no issues with either pair
Historically Ive had hunters, baffin and various walking boots brashers, diemme, merrell etc ultimately theres lots of choice it will come down to individual choice as to wh-ats best for you
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In reply to Post #12
+1 for Michelin Pilot Sport 4s . . . . 
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Skellerup quatro sport wellies are what I have,for the money they are excellent. They are really comfy,very tough and also warm.
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In reply to Post #12
too many rubber dinghies 
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In reply to Post #8
Hey, I'm no fan of the french... But rubber products are something they actually do very well (think Michelin tyres and rubber dinghies 
I wouldn't bother with Le chameau, the quality just isn't the same as it used to be.
Typically, I get 5+ years out of a pair of Aigle boots, and I'm in them everyday of the year. Whatever you buy - don't be tempted just to leave them outside the backdoor all year round. The suns UV is what degrades them.
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Thanks for the other suggestions too I'll take a look.
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