Nokian Footwear - Wellington Boots -Trimmi- (Outdoor) [400]

Was recommended these boots by a long standing and experienced Dartmoor Guide who has used them for years in wet weather. Have eventually bought some myself. They're not generally stocked in many places so difficult to try them on. I'm a 9 shoe size and the size 9 Trimmis that I bought are exactly right (see last sentence of my review below). They have a removable insole that you could change if you wanted to adjust the sizing a bit. They are, of course, waterproof and don't seem to make you sweat any more than walking boots. They fitted like gloves the minute I put them on and remained comfortable for 4 miles of off road walking. However, be aware that the sole isn't as stiff as a stout walking boot, and, of course, definitely not as resistant to sole intrusion as a safety boot. It's strong and grippy but relatively flexible and you might feel sharp stones and rocks in difficult terrain more than walking boots with, say, Vibram soles....but, to be honest, they will suit most purposes and stiffer, replacement insoles would offer some extra protection if you found you needed them and if you don't walk for LONG periods on rocky and sharp stuff then they're fine. They're not widely available in the shops. They're not hugely expensive for something as useful and comfortable. The ability to screw purpose made metal studs in to the sole during icy weather is a big bonus too. The strap adjustment on the top of the boot has limited adjustment but is OK for me with my wide calfs.... you could wear thicker socks to pad them out if you had thin or bony feet/legs.I've tried Muckboots and Grub Boots in the past and have an assortment of walking boots (Goretex and E-Vent etc), welly boots (including Hunters and Aigle ISO Parco), safety boots, yard boots, all sorts of other boots and shoes and can recommend these (but see my edit). And these are the cheapest Nokian Trimmis on the net as we speak.It says in the Amazon description that you should buy a size smaller than your normal shoe size. I disagree and think you should buy your usual shoe size. When I rang other suppliers they also said buy your normal shoe size.EDIT. August 2013. Re. Rough Ground use.With the benefit of hindsight, having had them a bit longer, I've toyed with the idea of reducing the review to 4 stars...but will keep them at 5...however....the soles are not quite as resistant to stones and sharp edges being felt through them as I would like - even with the expensive (£70) and firm, tailor made, inner soles I've fitted in them. Compared to proper walking boots or even the Aigle welly boots I have or the Buckboots safety boots I also have, they are just a tad lightweight when it comes to traversing sharp, stony, ground. They haven't got the same strength and support as the aforementioned and, of course, they are quite short in the leg - however for many the low height will be part of the appeal and that's fair enough. For me I really need a 'boot jack' to get them off and they are, by the very nature of things, a tightish fit to pull on. Unless they fit your specific requirements I now think there are better, more, specific use, alternatives. For example the Buckboots (B6000 S5 Safety Neoprene/Rubber Waterproof Safety Boots) are waterproof and have the solid toecaps and reinforced sole shank and are higher up the leg, have loads of room for the toes and are very comfortable. And they're VAT free at around £60 (but they are heavier than cheapy welly boots or the Nokian boots). Aigle wellies are supremely comfortable and higher up the leg and have good sole protection but no toe protection, of course.... and the full height zip on the neoprene Aigle Parcours ISO Open makes them easy to get on and off. The (non neoprene) Parcours 2 Vario Boots have the adjustable straps which accommodate wide calfs if required and are really comfortable. Walking boots are, IMO, good on rough ground provided you get decent ones (see my mention of LOWA RENEGADE MID boots elsewhere), but you need to treat them well to keep them in good, waterproof, condition. Finally, I've found that you can buy excellent, bargain priced, safety footwear which is tough & supportive and can be totally waterproof if you get the (dearer) Goretex ones. Safety boots are VAT free (making them a bit cheaper than ordinary boots). See 'Jallatte' safety boots or 'Himalayan' safety boots. I've now got both and swear by them for rough ground use. The Himalayan 5060 high leg combat boots are great value at around £35 and the "Jallatte JJV28 Jalarcher's" are super (and better quality) at around £65 and have a Vibram sole unit. Both have covered, water resistant, zips up the side to help getting them on and off and both are largely waterproof/resistant except for high pressure water jets.For good quality VAT free safety boots see the ranges offered by the following manufacturers in addition to the Jallatte and Himalayan referred to above. Use Google to point you in the right direction...... Haix, Grisport, Redwing, Altberg Peacekeepers.

Great fit but hey! The right boot leaked from the heel, first time out! There's an outright hole in the heel.

Nokian are easily the best and most comfortable walking wellingtons.First bought a pair about ten years ago and unfortunately they sustained a small hole which allowed water in.For a time it seemed that no-one was selling them any more so when we found them again we were very pleased.The delivery service was fine and the wellies seem as good as before .We walk throughput the winter on pretty muddy paths and Nokian boots are as comfortable as walking boots for up to about 10 miles in lowland Britain ,guaranteed waterproof and so easy to clean at the end of the day.They were not called bog trotters for nothing.

My second pair of Nokian boots, they are perfect for Dartmoor and similar terrain (boggy moorland). I find them comfortable and lightweight.UPDATE 18 Feb 2016: One year to the day after I purchased the Nokian Trimmi boots I wore them for only the second time but this time I chose to stand in a shallow stream to take a photograph. Within a minute or so I could feel a cold and wet right foot and on returning home I discovered a small manufacturing defect (1 inch slit) between the sole and the uppers!Because this was the only time I had worn them in the wet I had not discovered the defect and so I felt a little apprehensive about reporting the defect and seeking a replacement pair - after all, they were one year old..I was eventually contacted by the seller who could not have been more pleasant and has promised to send me a new pair as soon as they are manufactured (they are currently out of stock but a new batch is made annually in March).To sum up;The boots are great but occasional manufacturing defects do happen.The customer service is EXCELLENT, I am very pleased with the outcome.

I have purchased several pairs over the years but the quality is poor since production was moved away from Finland.The quality is poor... started leaking at the seams of the boots after 6 months wear.I would buy a lower cost alternative product.

I chose this rating as the sizing was way off, but the boots looked to be of good quality! I am a size 40 normally, but the size 40 that I received nearly fit my husband who is normally a size 43. I therefore returned the boots on the day of receipt for a full refund.I did like the look, style and quality of the boots, so one day I may consider risking ordering a size 38 to see if they will fit my size 40 feet. Meanwhile I am looking at other waterproof boots to see what else is available.

Good for walking in, as well as gardening.

Expensive but very comfortable, I use them as walking boots. They don't last forever and I am onto my 4th pair, but they beat any other Wellie. I like the fact that they are short and don't rub against the backs of my knees.