I’ve had them for about 5 years, and they are unreal, absolutely awesome boots, once they are broken in they are perfect, I hike with them and have done some road marches with them and I never blister or rub badly at all (obviously pairing them with a good sock is important) but I would also recommend them
Great video. You inspired me to source a decent pair, just to use over winter at the outdoor range. I wont be wading through rivers or climbing mountains, but i will be walking over wet grass and gravel that could be covered in snow very soon. Anyway I found a "Supergrade" pair from a private seller in black, which i prefer. have purchased some Grangers G Wax, and i already have a tin of Cherry Blossom just incase. The quality of these boots is amazing, i cannot compare them with Altberg etc, but only because ive never had any. The Haix look great, have a good sole, great heal and arch support, the lacing system is easy enough and they are comfy enough to wear all day if needed. PS. I take a size 9 in shoes and trainers, the the Haix are size 9h and fit really nice.
I have two pair of these for cold /wet days (brown and black) and a the suede desert pair for hot summer days..... they are by far the best boots I've ever worn... I can whole heartedly recommend them!
I had these boots they lasted loads longer than any other boots I’ve owned, The soles finally wore out after 4 years, I’ve got 2 pairs of the high liability jungle boots which are great for summer,,
Haix make great boots , I have a German Army jungle boot pair , purchased for £40 in as new Supergrade condition and a unissued German Dessert Boot pair , £55
im looking for a waterproof boot , usually i buy a 2nd hand nearly new pair of BRASHERS which are tough and long lasting but fancy a change. Are those Haix are as good as or better then MEINDL Army Mountain Combat or even BATES? Im a newbie to army boots and looking for a pair that will not fall apart after 6/8 months from walking over the downs 7-10 miles a day 7 days a week
Great review mate. Hows the sizing on these? I am a standard UK 10 and have had Lowa patrol size 9.5 for a couple of years which are great but have always been a bit too big. Also they are trashed with scuffs so I am looking at a pair of these instead. I live in the Lake District and do lots in Scotland from bushcraft to mountains so hoping these will be a winner.
I'd say they come up a little big, but don't do half sizes. When new, they come with volume reducers to adjust the half size. It really depends on foot shape etc though. Maybe try a local army surplus shop so you can try them on first.
The sizes are about right and they are roomy in the toe area if you have a wide foot like me. Great fit and very comfortable, not heavy like german para boots. THey have the locking d ring for lacing up which as another commenter says is great for getting the lacing tightness just right. They are the best boot I have worn, great waterproofness and crucially they are not sweaty despite the goretex lining. Very good design and are available used on ebay .co.uk for very reasonable price.
Great video, thanks. How are you supposed to treat (waterproof) the textile bit of the outer boot? If they were all-leather, you'd just slap a load of leder-gris, Dubbin or Nikwax on them -- which of course you can do when these. But obviously not on the textile bit! Any thoughts? Also, time for a follow-up video I think? 😁
I don't think you'd need to do much, but there are sprays for textile boots. To be honest I sold them on and got the current issue cold wet weather boots by iturri. I get really cold toes and they are insulated. May be too overkill for most people. I still believe haix are very high quality solid boots
Hey. Maybe it was for video purposes but I'd say don't leave mud on the boots like that. It digs into the leather and ruins it along with the waterproofing. Same with salt from snowy places. Just hose them down once you're back home to remove the mud/salt and they'll be fine for a very long time. Also need to work on the audio levels, some videos on the channel are really low volume. I'm loving the reviews/presentations though. Keep it up!
Hey man. Yeh I take good care of my boots don't worry 👍. The mud was to show I have actually used them. Regarding audio, we're always evolving and trying new things. Our audio has improved over time, with the odd set back when we've tried something different. We are just a small channel at the end of the day, so we can't spend mega bucks on camera gear. Thanks for watching and thanks for taking the time to comment. We've got a couple more videos to come already including another hike and wild camp locally plus a dartmoor camp planned for a couple of weeks time.
Hi, regarding sizing, I'm a 10.5 normally, sometimes an 11 in the likes of salomon, would you say an 11 would be the better option in these haix, I'm thinking a 10 with my thick merino socks on would be to small
It's always hard to size without trying on. Check the return policy. I'm an 8 usually in boots. They come up quite large for their size so you may find the 10 fits like a 10.5. Technically the volume reducer which comes with it when bought new is to adjust the half size. They are available in wide aswell.
Hi do you go on long hikes on these boots I'm thinking of getting some cold wet weather haix. Also do you change the insoles. Thanks. Also have you tried the altberg defender boots.
Hi. I've not done particularly long hikes in them. Maybe around 5/6 miles. If they fit well and they're comfy for you then I don't see why you can't though. I almost always change the insoles in my boots. Usually for Dr scholl gel ones
@@RambloManiacs thanks for your reply very much appreciated just wanted a comparison to traditional hiking boots. I want a military style boot as I presume they'll be more durable. Thanks for your help much appreciated
@@bobmarley6161 I've owned both, similar and both good except the Altberg soles are unbelievably slippy on wet tiles or smooth wet concrete. I would never buy a boot without the locking D ring the Haix have now, it lets you have tight foot laces but looser ankle lace.
@@red00eye thanks for your help very much appreciated going through a boot phase especially for the colder months. I love the locking feature of the haix boots. Not taken them for a hike yet but the cold wet weather boot looks absolutely fantastic looks like it's built for some rough use. Enjoy your rambles my friend.
Mine are separating from the sole after low miles and have not been abused in any way, very dissapointed to find the sole seems to be simply glued on. comfy boots but I question the build quality.
Seems like you got a bad pair. Most hiking/military boots nowadays have glued on soles. That said, some are better than others. If you like them it might be worth taking them to a cobbler to be resoled.
Hi. The mesh is tough and seems water resistant. You can clean it with a damp cloth or hose and stiff brush the whole boot. They were actually £65 with delivery brand new. They come with spare laces and volume reducers
Hi. They are obsolete and becoming harder to get hold of. Look for the latest British army boots now supplied by Iturri. I now have the Iturri cold wet weather boots.
I’ve had them for about 5 years, and they are unreal, absolutely awesome boots, once they are broken in they are perfect, I hike with them and have done some road marches with them and I never blister or rub badly at all (obviously pairing them with a good sock is important) but I would also recommend them
Great video. You inspired me to source a decent pair, just to use over winter at the outdoor range. I wont be wading through rivers or climbing mountains, but i will be walking over wet grass and gravel that could be covered in snow very soon.
Anyway I found a "Supergrade" pair from a private seller in black, which i prefer.
have purchased some Grangers G Wax, and i already have a tin of Cherry Blossom just incase.
The quality of these boots is amazing, i cannot compare them with Altberg etc, but only because ive never had any. The Haix look great, have a good sole, great heal and arch support, the lacing system is easy enough and they are comfy enough to wear all day if needed.
PS. I take a size 9 in shoes and trainers, the the Haix are size 9h and fit really nice.
Great honest review, thanks!
I have two pair of these for cold /wet days (brown and black) and a the suede desert pair for hot summer days..... they are by far the best boots I've ever worn... I can whole heartedly recommend them!
Good review,thanks.
Thanks mate, you're welcome
I had these boots they lasted loads longer than any other boots I’ve owned,
The soles finally wore out after 4 years,
I’ve got 2 pairs of the high liability jungle boots which are great for summer,,
The Davos are a brilliant hard wearing sole.
Haix make great boots , I have a German Army jungle boot pair , purchased for £40 in as new Supergrade condition and a unissued German Dessert Boot pair , £55
im looking for a waterproof boot , usually i buy a 2nd hand nearly new pair of BRASHERS which are tough and long lasting but fancy a change.
Are those Haix are as good as or better then MEINDL Army Mountain Combat or even BATES?
Im a newbie to army boots and looking for a pair that will not fall apart after 6/8 months from walking over the downs 7-10 miles a day 7 days a week
Great review mate. Hows the sizing on these? I am a standard UK 10 and have had Lowa patrol size 9.5 for a couple of years which are great but have always been a bit too big. Also they are trashed with scuffs so I am looking at a pair of these instead. I live in the Lake District and do lots in Scotland from bushcraft to mountains so hoping these will be a winner.
I'd say they come up a little big, but don't do half sizes. When new, they come with volume reducers to adjust the half size. It really depends on foot shape etc though. Maybe try a local army surplus shop so you can try them on first.
The sizes are about right and they are roomy in the toe area if you have a wide foot like me. Great fit and very comfortable, not heavy like german para boots. THey have the locking d ring for lacing up which as another commenter says is great for getting the lacing tightness just right. They are the best boot I have worn, great waterproofness and crucially they are not sweaty despite the goretex lining. Very good design and are available used on ebay .co.uk for very reasonable price.
Great video, thanks.
How are you supposed to treat (waterproof) the textile bit of the outer boot? If they were all-leather, you'd just slap a load of leder-gris, Dubbin or Nikwax on them -- which of course you can do when these. But obviously not on the textile bit! Any thoughts?
Also, time for a follow-up video I think? 😁
I don't think you'd need to do much, but there are sprays for textile boots.
To be honest I sold them on and got the current issue cold wet weather boots by iturri. I get really cold toes and they are insulated. May be too overkill for most people.
I still believe haix are very high quality solid boots
Hey. Maybe it was for video purposes but I'd say don't leave mud on the boots like that. It digs into the leather and ruins it along with the waterproofing. Same with salt from snowy places. Just hose them down once you're back home to remove the mud/salt and they'll be fine for a very long time.
Also need to work on the audio levels, some videos on the channel are really low volume. I'm loving the reviews/presentations though. Keep it up!
Hey man. Yeh I take good care of my boots don't worry 👍. The mud was to show I have actually used them.
Regarding audio, we're always evolving and trying new things. Our audio has improved over time, with the odd set back when we've tried something different. We are just a small channel at the end of the day, so we can't spend mega bucks on camera gear.
Thanks for watching and thanks for taking the time to comment. We've got a couple more videos to come already including another hike and wild camp locally plus a dartmoor camp planned for a couple of weeks time.
Painted the mud on fornthe video lol
Cool
Hi, regarding sizing, I'm a 10.5 normally, sometimes an 11 in the likes of salomon, would you say an 11 would be the better option in these haix, I'm thinking a 10 with my thick merino socks on would be to small
It's always hard to size without trying on. Check the return policy.
I'm an 8 usually in boots.
They come up quite large for their size so you may find the 10 fits like a 10.5. Technically the volume reducer which comes with it when bought new is to adjust the half size. They are available in wide aswell.
I am normally size 9 exact, I bought 9m which fit perfectly with plenty of room.
How to bind lace please.
Hi do you go on long hikes on these boots I'm thinking of getting some cold wet weather haix. Also do you change the insoles. Thanks. Also have you tried the altberg defender boots.
Hi. I've not done particularly long hikes in them. Maybe around 5/6 miles. If they fit well and they're comfy for you then I don't see why you can't though.
I almost always change the insoles in my boots. Usually for Dr scholl gel ones
@@RambloManiacs thanks for your reply very much appreciated just wanted a comparison to traditional hiking boots. I want a military style boot as I presume they'll be more durable. Thanks for your help much appreciated
@@bobmarley6161 I've owned both, similar and both good except the Altberg soles are unbelievably slippy on wet tiles or smooth wet concrete. I would never buy a boot without the locking D ring the Haix have now, it lets you have tight foot laces but looser ankle lace.
@@red00eye thanks for your help very much appreciated going through a boot phase especially for the colder months. I love the locking feature of the haix boots. Not taken them for a hike yet but the cold wet weather boot looks absolutely fantastic looks like it's built for some rough use. Enjoy your rambles my friend.
@@RambloManiacs Yes, good to upgrade the inner soles. I always do this for shock absorption. Great video.
Mine are separating from the sole after low miles and have not been abused in any way, very dissapointed to find the sole seems to be simply glued on. comfy boots but I question the build quality.
Seems like you got a bad pair. Most hiking/military boots nowadays have glued on soles. That said, some are better than others. If you like them it might be worth taking them to a cobbler to be resoled.
How do you clean the mesh on the side also how muc did you buy these for and from where
Hi. The mesh is tough and seems water resistant. You can clean it with a damp cloth or hose and stiff brush the whole boot.
They were actually £65 with delivery brand new. They come with spare laces and volume reducers
@@RambloManiacs do u have a link?
@@danielmcmeekin1391 oh yeh, sorry, meant to write it.
Surplus&outdoors.com
@@RambloManiacs what polish you use on it
@@danielmcmeekin1391 tbh I still haven't done it, but I did buy some haix clear polish.
Could you update the review after year of use?
Yeh I certainly need to do an update. Never though this video would be so popular!
Superb boots but make my Achilles hurt even after Severn years of wear just got the iturri wet weather boots to try.
For me the best: Trekker Pro S3. Second: Nebraska Pro. Black Eagle 2.0 GTX its sht.
I use nikwax
i cant source a pair of these for anywhere near that price! .... i will keep looking :)
Hi. They are obsolete and becoming harder to get hold of. Look for the latest British army boots now supplied by Iturri. I now have the Iturri cold wet weather boots.
The army has replaced this boot with the AKU Pilgrims....
And Iturris ecw and desert versions , Haix boots are excellent too.
The Aku boots are not in the same league
If I wanted light weight skipping up mointain footwear I'd be looking at fell running shoes right now not frankensteins hand me downs