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Work Boot Safety Standards in the UK: What You Need to Know
Work Boot Safety Standards in the UK: What You Need to Know
When you're working in an industry that involves you walking in hazardous situations, you need to make sure your footwear is providing you with the right level of protection. UK... Read more...
Grisport Winter Walking Boot
The Importance of Selecting the Right Winter Footwear
As we prepare our homes for winter, it's also a good time to get our wardrobe and footwear ready for wet, cold, and freezing conditions. Venturing out for winter walks... Read more...
All You Need To Know About Vibram Walking Boots
Vibrams are one of the most popular types of footwear for hiking and walking enthusiasts. Created by mountaineer Vitale Bramani in response to the deaths of six of his friends in a mountaineering accident, Vibram walking boots are made from rubber creating an unparalleled grip, especially on slippery and muddy surfaces. Blaming their inadequate footwear for the tragedy, he engineered the first rubber lug sole which features a deep tread. His design quickly became the go-to sole in the world of mountaineering and Vibram soles were worn by an Italian... Read more...
Benefits of Investing in a Vibram Walking Boot
Benefits of Investing in a Vibram Walking Boot
Shopping for walking boots can be overwhelming. There are many great options on the market and it can be difficult to know how to balance your budget versus the features... Read more...
Leather vs Synthetic Walking Boots: Which Is Better?
Leather vs Synthetic Walking Boots: Which Is Better?
The main differences between leather walking boots and synthetic ones are that leather tends to be heavier, harder to wear, and stiffer which probably means you’ll need to wear them... Read more...
10 of the Best Summer Walks in the UK
10 of the Best Summer Walks in the UK
Grisport's top picks for summer walks in the UK The UK is blessed with some of the most beautiful countryside and coastlines in the world that are full of wonderful... Read more...
Wide Fit Walking Boots
Wide Fit Walking Boots vs Regular Fit: What's The Difference?
If your feet are naturally wider than standard and you struggle to find shoes to fit, then the likelihood is you will face the same problems with walking boots. For... Read more...
Everything You Need To Know About Safety Boots
Everything You Need To Know About Safety Boots
Health and safety are important aspects in any workplace, which is why it’s so important that you wear the correct safety boots. Understanding which boots to get and what each... Read more...
The Importance of Safety Boots
The Importance of Safety Boots
Safety workwear is an essential part of the working life of many people and industries, and a good pair of safety boots can be one of the most important aspects... Read more...
lightweight hiking boots benefits
5 Benefits Of Wearing Lightweight Hiking Boots
For walkers, trekkers and hikers of any ability a pair of lightweight hiking boots are a must, not least for all the benefits they bring. Lightweight hiking boots don’t need... Read more...
appropriate hiking boot
The Importance Of Appropriate Footwear When Hiking
Hiking boots are the best investment you can make when it comes to hiking gear. These boots are intended for walking in places with uneven trails and rocky areas. Failure... Read more...
Grisport Lightweight Walking Boot
10 Best Lightweight Walking Boots with Ankle Support
Although there is no evidence to suggest that ankle boots will directly prevent ankle injuries when hiking, many walkers and hikers prefer to wear them for additional support, and to... Read more...