I have been buying these boots from Mike and the team at Ethical Wares for about 20yrs and have never had such comfortable boots. I take them away everywhere I go and they have never let me down, rain, snow, hot, cold. They are brilliant, using them on cliff paths in Crete right now.

I bought these boots several weeks ago, and feel that I am now able, having subjected them to a bout of regular multi-mile winter walking, to submit my current impressions.

My initial perception of the boots, when I first removed them from their packaging, was that they possessed an impressive look and feel of quality, which is accurately reflected in the promotional photo's on this site.

I had followed the on-line advice regarding ordering a larger size than my shoe size, to accommodate walking socks, and found that this advice was correct and justified. The resulting fit, when wearing thicker walking socks, is a comfy one, which also would be able to accommodate any potential increase in foot size/swelling during long distance walking in hot weather.

I have found these boots very comfortable and supporting during five mile plus, winter walks, and also very comfy during prolonged periods of general wear, during the day, having first 'worn them in' around the house, for the first few days after receiving them.

At the time of writing this review, I can say that I am delighted with all aspects of these boots; the look, fit, quality and substance.

At this relatively early stage, they appear to have endured the rigours of winter walking with aplomb, and the overall look and feel of the boots leads me to feel confident that they should continue to provide me with good service into the future. Should they do so, I should be more than likely to purchase further pairs, as and when required. JD

Amazing!
I bought these shoes quite a few years ago and they are still in amazing condition, despite being up a few mountains as well as wearing them most days. When these do eventually wear out I will by another exact pain. I also recommend this pair to everyone I talk to. Thanks.

Excellent Boots (Update on 13/05/2013 review

I have now had these boots for almost two years. They are my only pair of walking boots and they have been comfortable since the very first wear. (I took the advice and bought one size larger than my normal shoe size). These boots are very light and totally waterproof and I wear them regularly in all conditions i.e. rain, snow, thick mud and, as they are so light, even on warm summer walks. The only maintenance these boots have been given by me is to wipe off the dirt/mud. The non-leather soles of these boots are the same as the soles of my husband's leather boots, but unlike his leather boots, these non-leather boots are much lighter and the don't need the regular maintenance of waterproofing. I've worn these non-leather Ranger boots regularly in all weathers and they still look quite new. A excellent buy!

Excellent goods and service. (update)

As per my earlier review, just wanted to give an update.
I've had these boots now for almost a week and I've worn them every day on my dog walks.
They are so comfortable, especially happy since I didn't have to break them in.
Very, very wet day here yesterday so they got a real test. Including splashing in some puddles (well, you have to, don't you?) Came home with dry, cosy warm feet.
Will definitely buy from this company again.
Oh, and the customer service is second to none. Very happy dog walker! :)