Zermat boots or Meindle airstreams ??

[combined tree services]

Right chaps i have finally got fed up with Haix Boots falling appart(soles falling off) so im sat at the computer looking at which boots to buy , im looking at either Meinle Airstreams or the Klima Air Zermats . Now before i buy them i thought i would ask the advice of any of you that are using either boot's . im idealy looking for a boot thats waterproof, will put up with utility work , spiking and obviously climbing . This maybe of use to you as well Ady

 

i really appreciate any advice given thanks in advance guys

[Peter]

Had both of these as my last two pairs of boots.

 

Airstreams very comfortable, good for climbing but not so great for spikes as the instep is shallow. Didnt last too long, the sole wore through and the rand started to detach. If the goretex inner remains intact they will still be waterproof, mine did wear through eventually and started to leak after about 14 months of daily wear.

 

In the Zermatts now, again very comfy once they have moulded to your feet, very snug supportive fit, quite a rigid boot. Ok for climbing, excellent on spikes, rigid sole and deep instep. Excellent for rough terrain like trackside ballast. Lasting well, just over a year now and still going strong. Definately waterproof, and no problems with the rand even where it is cut and scuffed.

 

I will probably go back to the Airstreams next time, purely because I cant footlock too well in the Zermatts.

[markarb]

i have had meindle airstreams for about two years now and are super comfortable from the start and are waterproof i got stien to try this time but only time will tell if they are as comfortable as the meindle.

[combined tree services]

hmmm im not a little stuck as i cant seem to find anyone selling either boot in a size 12 !!!!

[Ian F]

This could be because they are a little more expensive in size 12. May have to give the guys a call

[combined tree services]

hmmm are either the klimas or meindles small for their size or ??

[RobRainford]

I got my airstreams at the apf. Love them! Not found a single gripe with them yet. I'm between a size 9/10 so bought a size 9 and I prefer it the slightly smaller fit. Feel more like trainers. Can't comment on the zermatts.

[combined tree services]

right well that solves it i will get a pair of Air Streams , so where did you guys get yours from ? currently i have found buxtons to be cheepest @£189.00

[grantdude]

Had a pair of the meindl airstreams , for about 14 months the most comfortable footwear ever worn , even wore them when not working. Awesome for climbing and very waterproof when i save up i will buy another pair. My emergency second pair of hiax are dropping to bits and taking on water!!!

[combined tree services]

i was just ordering a pair of Airstreams on the tree worker site and for some reason they are charging VAT , i thought that chainsaw boots were VAT exempt ??? im VAT registered so not reall bothered but curious as to why they are charging vat ???? anyone know ???