Tam n pups winter trip 2022

[Northernraider]

If you fitted that wood burner you would have your own supply of fuel

Steady

 

[jockaneezer]

Old guy I used to know reckoned that, when changing his kids nappies, he would tightly grip one corner of the terry towelling nappy in his fist, lightly grip the opposite corner between thumb and first finger and "flick" the contents into the back of his coal fire ! I wonder how many goes it took him to perfect his technique ?

 

[Northernraider]

A very misty morning this morning , but made for some great photos , we had a walk along the barrow way , very wet and slippy underfoot though

 

[Northernraider]

Lunch stop on the outskirts of carlow Town at brownhills passage tomb

 

[Northernraider]

In other news I'm having no bloody luck with footwear on this trip either , I bought 2 new pairs of walking boots and 2 pairs of trainers before I left home , both walking boots claim to be waterproof but one pair the most expensive ones are suede so I've been reluctant to wear them much , the others have been worn daily in all weathers, so much so the soles are wearing down fast , they did stay waterproof till the last week or so but are now letting in which is a pain ,they got soaked this morning so I've had to put my other pair on , and now this has happened I've literally worn these 4 or 5 times for a few hours at a time

I paid £60 for these which I know isn't a great deal of money but really annoys me . I'm gonna have to try repairing them with black mastic and see if it bonds them back together lol.

I seem to go through footwear like there's no tomorrow...lucky if I get 6 months out a pair but considering these are less than 3 months old and worn 6 times max it's beyond a joke

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[Minxy]

Can't you get in touch with where you bought them from and send them a picture? There's no way they should do that - it looks like they haven't been glued and pressed correctly.

 

[Zoobec]

Can't you get in touch with where you bought them from and send them a picture? There's no way they should do that - it looks like they haven't been glued and pressed correctly.

Yes good idea. We had to do an emergency repair on a hike in France once. I managed to get an exchange when we got back to the uk.

 

[Minxy]

I paid £60 for these which I know isn't a great deal of money but really annoys me . I'm gonna have to try repairing them with black mastic and see if it bonds them back together lol.

Please don't tell me you haven't got any of the most important piece of kit any motorhomer should have ... gaffer tape!

 

[ontheroadagain]

Please don't tell me you haven't got any of the most important piece of kit any motorhomer should have ... gaffer tape!

Sikaflex would be better

 

[Norfolk Nige]

Please don't tell me you haven't got any of the most important piece of kit any motorhomer should have ... gaffer tape!

The answer to all the worlds problems

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[Northernraider]

Can't you get in touch with where you bought them from and send them a picture? There's no way they should do that - it looks like they haven't been glued and pressed correctly.

It was an ebay purchase so I don't hold put much hope. But with my other boots leaking and my trainers being more intended for use in Spain I need to try and repair these for now . Its bloody annoying.

 

[Manic]

I would be contacting either who I bought from or makers before trying to repair them.

 

[Mikey RV]

For the amount of walking you are doing Tam, you should invest in a good pair of hiking boots. Yes it’s going to cost but you will never look back. Get them fitted properly in a good outdoor shop and you won’t regret it.

 

[Northernraider]

Please don't tell me you haven't got any of the most important piece of kit any motorhomer should have ... gaffer tape!

I have but I ain't walking about with taped up boots lol if I can use this stuff I've a chance of making them last me a few months

 

[Northernraider]

I would be contacting either who I bought from or makers before trying to repair them.

I need them now though , not really the weather for white or red trainers here lol and my other boots are now leaking ill have a trip to decathlon in Spain most likely but for now I need footwear

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[Northernraider]

For the amount of walking you are doing Tam, you should invest in a good pair of hiking boots. Yes it’s going to cost but you will never look back. Get them fitted properly in a good outdoor shop and you won’t regret it.

Aye I know, I reckon I'll buy a decent pair when in Spain, probably a bit better priced than here. And I'll be there in less than a fortnight. I also need to invest in some outdoor walking trousers etc.
With the weight loss I've dropped 2 sizes in trousers and if I get to my desired weight I'll drop another so I was being tight and trying not to waste money on stuff that won't fit later

 

[CaptainPaul]

Dubarry boots are great Tam I've a few pair and they've never let a drop of water in yet and been worn everywhere around Ireland, there might be a factory shop near you somewhere
Ps.... they're an Irish company so know all about keeping waterproof lol

 

[Lenny HB]

Aye I know, I reckon I'll buy a decent pair when in Spain, probably a bit better priced than here. And I'll be there in less than a fortnight. I also need to invest in some outdoor walking trousers etc.
With the weight loss I've dropped 2 sizes in trousers and if I get to my desired weight I'll drop another so I was being tight and trying not to waste money on stuff that won't fit later

You will probably find boots dearer in Spain than the UK, I like Pikolinos shoes, made in Spain cheaper to buy in the UK.

If you want waterproof boots you need to buy leather ones and regularly dub them.

 

[Northernraider]

You will probably find boots dearer in Spain than the UK, I like Pikolinos shoes, made in Spain cheaper to buy in the UK.

If you want waterproof boots you need to buy leather ones and regularly dub them.

The other pair are leather but similar thing , leaking where the sole joins , they are tresspass branded and also bought new in September but they were really cheap , only £25 or something.

but I'm not sure I'll have time or be anywhere in the UK to get some . I get in to holyhead just after midnight next Thursday then I'm on boat from Newhaven at 10am Saturday. I'll see how it goes.


I've glued up these ones hopefully it holds till I sort something out .

 

[Dutch 68]

I got Salomon and Meindl walking boots both around 150 pound a pair, but both more then 10 years old, it really is worth it, spend some money on decent kit, the Salomons are the most comfy ones ever

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[scotzsue]

I never have had a lot of luck with boots, no matter what I pay, all split across the right sole. I put it down to small feet, and how I hold them when driving. Just buy cheap and cheerful now. Gluing does not help the cross way split.
John fixed his trainer, soles had gone like your boots, with gorilla glue.

 

[Northernraider]

You will probably find boots dearer in Spain than the UK, I like Pikolinos shoes, made in Spain cheaper to buy in the UK.

If you want waterproof boots you need to buy leather ones and regularly dub them.

I've sent you a pm as I just had a thought

 

[Northernraider]

I never have had a lot of luck with boots, no matter what I pay, all split across the right sole. I put it down to small feet, and how I hold them when driving. Just buy cheap and cheerful now. Gluing does not help the cross way split.
John fixed his trainer, soles had gone like your boots, with gorilla glue.

Yeah I bought a pair of merrell boots in Greece 2 years ago and they lasted only a few months too , not sure how I'm so hard on footwear , I blamed my weight before but I've lost a fair bit now and it's not like I've been abusing them , purely walking.

 

[Lenny HB]

Yeah I bought a pair of merrell boots in Greece 2 years ago and they lasted only a few months too , not sure how I'm so hard on footwear , I blamed my weight before but I've lost a fair bit now and it's not like I've been abusing them , purely walking.

Just got back from walking daughter's dog, got me Merrell's on they are over 20 years old.

 

[Northernraider]

This is tonight's parkup ...ballinglass Abbey

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[Littlewheels]

If you want waterproof boots you need to buy leather ones and regularly dub them.

Lenny for goodness sake it’s 2022 if l had read this 70 years ago when nothing else was available other than Wellies l might have believed it but we have come a long way since then. Leather Walking Boots

 

[Northernraider]

Lenny for goodness sake it’s 2022 if l had read this 70 years ago when nothing else was available other than Wellies l might have believed it but we have come a long way since then. Leather Walking Boots

To be honest I prefer leather ones myself as easier to clean but it's a minefield out there lol

 

[CaptainPaul]

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Looks like your heading over to Glendalough Tam? En route you could stop off at Poulaphouca Reservoir for a bit of lunch.... now there's one for you to pronounce.... lol

 

[Minxy]

With the weight loss I've dropped 2 sizes in trousers and if I get to my desired weight I'll drop another so I was being tight and trying not to waste money on stuff that won't fit later

You need to get into the 'de rigueur' kit for those with 'changing' waistlines ...

The other pair are leather but similar thing , leaking where the sole joins , they are tresspass branded and also bought new in September but they were really cheap , only £25 or something.

Get yourself some good quality shoe wax and give them a really good coating, it'll get into all the joints, seams etc and ensure they won't leak next time - do it regularly though to keep the waterproofing.

 

[Littlewheels]

To be honest I prefer leather ones myself as easier to clean but it's a minefield out there lol

They are so stiff and heavy actually l don’t wear boots they don’t suit my feet and restrict movement around the ankles that cause pain so l go for Walking Shoes which are just as robust but more comfortable.
To be honest l didn’t even think Leather Boots would be considered anymore over modern products.

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