Kilt boot opinions - asolo granite

[Mysticwolf]

Frankly I think the Asolo is:
a) Not an athstetically pleasing boot and;
b) Far too expensive
I have two pair of regular 8 eyelet Doc MARTENS WHICH ARE OVER 10 YEARS OLD AND JUST REALLY BEGINNING TO WEAR OUT THE SOLES. I HAVE ANOTHER PAIR THAT ARE IN THE 5-6 YR. OLD RANGE THAT ARE STILL GREAT, AND HAVE ONLY NEEDED TO HAVE THE LACES replaced (cursed caps lock, arrgh!)
I know that Docs aren't "hiking" boots, but for general wear with ones kilts, I think they're hard to beat.

[KiltedKnight]

They look like a new twist on an old fashioned ski boot. If they were leather that's what they'd be. Like the man said, try them before you buy them.

Chris.

[Bob C]

They look good. Sounds like they're ridiculously overpriced, but that's YOUR business.

They would look good with a kilt.

[bunchdescendant]

Adding my $0.02 worth-

I make my living on my feet. As such I need a lot of support and comfort. They have to fit right as I am also diabetic. I wear Vasque Zepher GTX boots-here's a link:

http://www.vasque.com/products/m-zephyr.cfm

They don't look stiff, but that's deceiving! They have a multi-layer sole that is very stiff and even when broken in, is still stiff.

I can guess-timate that the Asolo's are probably very stiff for the type of hiking they are intended for. I think that trying a pair if possible would be prudent before purchasing. I purchased a pair of boots over the 'net and they ended up in a yard sale. Very stiff and never broke in.

Ray
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[Kilted KT]

wow...lot's of input...hmm

doc martins..my right foot blows the sides out in six months.
vasque..had a pair, didn't like the fit


you guys are, as always, throwing every possible angle at me...thanks.

[KiltedCodeWarrior]

Hey KKT, what about Rockports? I have a pair of their black ankle length, waterproof boots that I bought well over 4 years ago before I wore kilts and they work great. Now, I did not wear then for much other than hiking before I started wearing kilts, so they got light wear until a year ago. However, now they get almost daily wear. They are worth a look, come in brown also, and are very rugged. And Rockport, while possibly seen as "retirement shoes" by some, have an excellent reputation for value and durability. Here is a link to the ones I have, or their current incarnation.

[Chefdave]

I'd definitely recommend Asolos as I've had great luck with them and have put them through a lot of hardcore hiking abuse.

I just think that another model would work out better for you.

[bunchdescendant]

I was using the Vasque boots only as an example. The are stiff and even my brother says they are too stiff for him (truck driver). I still like them for day-long comfort. I don't recommend anybody buy Vasque unless you try them on first. They seem to be wider than most, however.

BTW, they look bad with a Black Watch kilt, regardless of hose color!

I also agree with chefdave that another model from Asolo might do the trick if you fit Asolo's well. This pair is a good example:

http://www.asolo.com/content.asp?L=3&idMen=326

I know, I'm just helping with the confusion.

Ray
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[turpin]

Adding my $0.02 worth-

I make my living on my feet. As such I need a lot of support and comfort. They have to fit right as I am also diabetic. I wear Vasque Zepher GTX boots-here's a link:

http://www.vasque.com/products/m-zephyr.cfm

They don't look stiff, but that's deceiving! They have a multi-layer sole that is very stiff and even when broken in, is still stiff.

I can guess-timate that the Asolo's are probably very stiff for the type of hiking they are intended for. I think that trying a pair if possible would be prudent before purchasing. I purchased a pair of boots over the 'net and they ended up in a yard sale. Very stiff and never broke in.

Ray
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I have a pair of Raichles that are very similar in look to the Vasque Black/Brown model in this link. For a casual look I think they coordinate well with either black or brown sporrans/belts, and a decently wide range of tartans, making them more versatile than straight black. But it depends on the overall look you are going for.