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Apres Snow Boots

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 19:46:33 GMT

Is there any difference between apres snow boots and hiking boots? Instead of buying snow boots, can we use waterproof hiking boots instead (Karrimor's for example)? Appreciate if anyone can help. Thanks.

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 21:01:40 GMT

In the days of limited air baggage allowance and finances... there's no difference at all really.. stick to your hiking boots, the others will only gather dust when you get home!

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 23:35:19 GMT

I always take my hiking boots

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 02:27:02 GMT

I think a good compromise would be an Ugg type boot. They are very popular with women, and girls in the snow states of North America. You could wear them for traveling, apre ski, and light messing around in the snow. There are alternative brands, which are better value. Much warmer than unlined hiking boots. Given the prevailing weather in the UK, pretty useful at home too.

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 07:46:13 GMT

No difference really, but as people have said if you get a pair of hiking boots they are good for any weather back here and you will use them more. Depends what you fancy, and whether you will go walking back here in UK.

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 09:12:22 GMT

I think for a weeks holiday you need no more than your hiking boots ,,, save the money and spend it on something else :thumbup:

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 09:22:31 GMT

I always just bring my trainers, and I've never had a problem wearing them to walk to the shop etc. And, of course, I wear them on the plane/train as well so I don't have to bring any additional footwear, other than my ski boots, and slippers if the accommodation require them.

I admit, though, that I don't indulge in any 'apres' - does this require walking boots :?: :lol:

Ally

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 09:25:22 GMT

Hiking boots offer much more support for the feet and ankles than Ugg's, which are usually considered a fashion item in the UK, neither use nor ornament :D

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 10:02:27 GMT

AllyG wrote:I always just bring my trainers, and I've never had a problem wearing them to walk to the shop etc. And, of course, I wear them on the plane/train as well so I don't have to bring any additional footwear, other than my ski boots, and slippers if the accommodation require them.

I admit, though, that I don't indulge in any 'apres' - does this require walking boots :?: :lol:

Ally

I think Ally you get a lot more grip on the icy paths with hiking boots, but each to their own ......
I really don't own any trainers !!!
On Ugg boots ,,,,, I would say Chav wear !!!!!

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 12:23:27 GMT

"I think Ally you get a lot more grip on the icy paths with hiking boots, but each to their own ...... "
This :roll: totally agree with Ian, even more so after 2 falls on an a very icy path in Tignes 2 years ago, was wearing standard/fashion trainers and went flying. Could have ruined my holiday but luckily i was pissed enough to not feel anything! Def invest in some hiking boots Nike ACG do some nice ones.

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 13:01:34 GMT

Swell wrote:"I think Ally you get a lot more grip on the icy paths with hiking boots, but each to their own ...... "
This :roll: totally agree with Ian, even more so after 2 falls on an a very icy path in Tignes 2 years ago, was wearing standard/fashion trainers and went flying. Could have ruined my holiday but luckily i was pissed enough to not feel anything! Def invest in some hiking boots Nike ACG do some nice ones.

Swell, I am the voice of reason :D

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 17:11:13 GMT

A nice pair of wellies should do the trick!

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 17:19:05 GMT

It' really a question of grip. Most hiking boots will give you reasonable grip on the icy footpaths that you often meet on holidays. I presume that the "snow boots" that you see in ski resorts would claim to be better on the ice but I am not so sure.

The one that does puzzle me is "moon boots". Presumably, they work or would not still be able to command the premium prize they sell for :shock:

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 10:18:53 GMT

The only time I've ever fallen over walking in a ski resort was in Borovets when I was wearing my wellies. And that was a pretty awful crash, because I had my broken shoulder in a sling and I was carrying my daughter's skis for her. They hadn't cleaned the pavements at all. Luckily, the only thing I hurt was my elbow, and my shoulder was fine.

Last year, one of our party was wearing walking boots and she fell over with a nasty bang crossing the road in Courchevel and hurt her neck.

Is this going to become another helmet type thread :?: :lol:

I'm going to continue wearing my trainers, as I haven't had a problem with them yet :D

Each to their own I suppose :D

Ally

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:15:16 GMT

AllyG wrote:The only time I've ever fallen over walking in a ski resort was in Borovets when I was wearing my wellies. And that was a pretty awful crash, because I had my broken shoulder in a sling and I was carrying my daughter's skis for her. They hadn't cleaned the pavements at all. Luckily, the only thing I hurt was my elbow, and my shoulder was fine.

Last year, one of our party was wearing walking boots and she fell over with a nasty bang crossing the road in Courchevel and hurt her neck.

Is this going to become another helmet type thread :?: :lol:

I'm going to continue wearing my trainers, as I haven't had a problem with them yet :D

Each to their own I suppose :D

Ally

My Suggestion would be if you wear your trainers in resort you had better wear your helmet as well :D

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 13:19:59 GMT

Ian,
Maybe I should buy some of those special chains to wear under my trainers, to be on the safe side :?: :lol:

I wouldn't like to risk damaging my new helmet :lol:

Ally

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 16:19:11 GMT

Timberland boots are a must!! Normally wera a pair to travel and a pair or trainers for round the hotel....

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 17:40:19 GMT

boo_yay wrote:Timberland boots are a must!! Normally wera a pair to travel and a pair or trainers for round the hotel....

What ever happened to good old slippers

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 18:08:48 GMT

Ian Wickham wrote:

boo_yay wrote:Timberland boots are a must!! Normally wera a pair to travel and a pair or trainers for round the hotel....

What ever happened to good old slippers

Yeeeeh!! Slippers and yer cardi by the fire with a glass of your choice )

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 18:48:13 GMT

OldAndy wrote:

Ian Wickham wrote:

boo_yay wrote:Timberland boots are a must!! Normally wera a pair to travel and a pair or trainers for round the hotel....

What ever happened to good old slippers

Yeeeeh!! Slippers and yer cardi by the fire with a glass of your choice )

Dam I don't own a cardi :shock:

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 19:55:39 GMT

Uggs is a mis-spelling for 'Ugggghhhhhhhhhhhh, they're ugly'! Simply horrible footwear IMHO!
A hiking boot or walking shoe are fine. If living in permanently cold climates (or watching Sunday morning rugby training), then invest in a pair of Sorrells.

Re:Apres Snow Boots

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 01:11:45 GMT

Dorset Boy wrote:Uggs is a mis-spelling for 'Ugggghhhhhhhhhhhh, they're ugly'! Simply horrible footwear IMHO!
A hiking boot or walking shoe are fine. If living in permanently cold climates (or watching Sunday morning rugby training), then invest in a pair of Sorrells.

I don't particularly like the the Ugg brand boots, but there are many similar boots, with better design, and style, including the ones snow4bit bought for the season. They are very practical for women in a snowy, and cold climate, as a compromise between a dress boot, and a pac boot (Sorrels). I don't know what the local women wear in the snowiest parts of Europe, but you will see sheepskin type boots worn by women in most North American ski towns.

My daughter's boots. Poor girl, doesn't know she's a chav, but when it's -25C going to school in the mornings, I don't suppose she cares :wink: