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Topic: Neil Pryde lace up boots

Posted By: ian.r.mcdonald
Subject: Neil Pryde lace up boots
Date Posted: 03 Jun 19 at 5:14pm

I think I have made in mistake in thinking the Neil Pryde Evolution lace up boots were a credible copy of the Aigle.

Have changed laces and they are still difficult to pull on, and help is needed to get them off. Any ideas?

Have only used them three times and hope the soles will wear in, but grip is poor with the walk through the wet changing room is very Torvil and Dean. Anyone with reassurance that they will get better?

P&B say they havent had other comments and Pryde just ignore any questions.

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Posted By: rich96
Date Posted: 04 Jun 19 at 4:32am

They are sadly exactly that - a very poor copy of the Aigle

Posted By: ian.r.mcdonald
Date Posted: 04 Jun 19 at 6:22am

Originally posted by rich96

They are sadly exactly that - a very poor copy of the Aigle

Thanks Rich. At least others may see this and avoid wasting their money.

Posted By: Neal_g
Date Posted: 04 Jun 19 at 7:57am

Have you taken a look at the gill competition boot

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Posted By: ian.r.mcdonald
Date Posted: 04 Jun 19 at 9:11am

Originally posted by Neal_g

Have you taken a look at the gill competition boot

Think a non zip boot that is not Aigle will not suit, but I trust Gill and have a look.

People with size 11 feet that like Neil Pryde boots, please message me!

Posted By: H2
Date Posted: 04 Jun 19 at 11:05am

Heard bad things about these Aigle replicas. I have been using the Magic Marine Frixion and get along with them. They are expensive but seem to last well and you get what you pay for.

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Posted By: 423zero
Date Posted: 04 Jun 19 at 11:58am

Never had a problem with decathlon boots or any of the sailing gear, use their camping gear too.

Posted By: Paramedic
Date Posted: 04 Jun 19 at 7:03pm

another vote for the frixion

Posted By: ian.r.mcdonald
Date Posted: 04 Jun 19 at 7:15pm

Gul boots bought today, easy to get on and grip is great. Have just bought my last bit of clothing online. I will buy locally and have chance to try first. And at a similar price to the big mail order sheds!

Posted By: Rupert
Date Posted: 04 Jun 19 at 7:19pm

You have a local place still? That is good news. Where are you? And a name check for the shop?!

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Posted By: By The Lee
Date Posted: 04 Jun 19 at 7:24pm

At least in a hiking boats Zhik Boots are by far the best

Posted By: ian.r.mcdonald
Date Posted: 04 Jun 19 at 7:45pm

Originally posted by Rupert

You have a local place still? That is good news. Where are you? And a name check for the shop?!

We are lucky in Birmingham Matt Biggs, Birmingham Dinghy services in Perry Barr with HD Sails and Creation covers upstairs. And then Dinghytec the best repair and paint shop in Curdworth just down the road. And tell me how you click on a computer screen and get a cup of tea whilst you buy!

Posted By: Late starter
Date Posted: 05 Jun 19 at 8:19am

Oh I miss the days of hanging around talking boats and gear in a friendly local dinghy chandelry. Always was a pleasant way of passing an hour and spending a few pounds. Sadly my favourite local shops have closed or run down to very limited opening hours, these places tended to be run by sailing enthusiasts, were often members of neighbouring clubs, and would often support local clubs in offering prizes etc. Very sadly missed.

Posted By: rich96
Date Posted: 05 Jun 19 at 9:51am

Originally posted by Neal_g

Have you taken a look at the gill competition boot

I bought these - looked good, felt good, but fell apart in months - useless unfortunately

Posted By: GarethT
Date Posted: 06 Jun 19 at 5:48am

I bought the Adidas hiking boots for £30 with low expectations and have been very pleasantly surprised.

Comfortable, good grip on sole and really good grip on top of foot.

Posted By: H2
Date Posted: 06 Jun 19 at 8:32am

Yes I also have the adidas hiking boots as my spare pair (also bought cheap) for when my Frixion are wet and I fancy dry boots! I have been pleasantly surprised by them too but I do find that sand and pebbles get into them when launching through the cut out on the back which can be a bit pesky but they are very comfy in use and the sole is grippy too. Would buy again, especially at the discount price!

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Posted By: Paramedic
Date Posted: 06 Jun 19 at 6:18pm

Originally posted by By The Lee

At least in a hiking boats Zhik Boots are by far the best

If you like spending £100 every 6 months.............

Posted By: Rupert
Date Posted: 06 Jun 19 at 8:54pm

I just have the red Crewsaver zip up ones. Seem to work.

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