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Nov 8th, 2009, 16:51
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Infact one of the store guys called up the Bangalore distributor and confirmed this. Maybe i should look at increasing my budget a bit.|
Nov 8th, 2009, 17:13
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| Thanks Manzey! I have seen their website and had also spoken to someone in the store a couple of weeks back. They have one high ankle model from Quechua in my size: http://www.decathlon.in/Hiking-Hikin...34f2#available I haven't heard a lot about the brand in this forum and that's the reason i had asked for feedback on Quechua in one of my previous posts. |
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Nov 9th, 2009, 10:46
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When I looked at the shoes in Decathlon stores, I felt that the finish was not upto the mark compared to major brands like Merell, Asolo, The North Face, Vasque, La Sportiva etc......but none of the major brands offer shoes at the price Quechua offers...hence you can't compare with these big brands. I did find certain products offered by Quechua was good. Also, since Decathlon is one of the largest sports stores in Europe, I think they will not sell crappy things and spoil there reputation. Maybe you can try Merrell, Zamberlan or other good brand shoes in India and if you like it, then ask any of your relatives/friends coming from abroad to pick it up. It works out very cheap that way. Especially, if you search in online stores...each of these stores sell the same type/brand/model of shoes at different rates. Cheers! Last edited by Manzey; Nov 9th, 2009 at 13:52.. | |
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Nov 9th, 2009, 10:54
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Nov 9th, 2009, 15:55
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Nov 11th, 2009, 04:00
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| Which trekking shoes to buy in the US I am in the US right now on a short visit. Which shoes would you guys recommend for easy to medium treks (generally, no snow)? I was looking at the Merrell MOAB VENTILATOR MID which retails for around $90 and has good reviews on the Merrell and other sites. My ideal budget is around $60, but I am willing to stretch it if I get a really good pair. Thanks in advance. |
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Nov 12th, 2009, 22:57
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| I think i have finally solved my shoe dilemma! After almost 2 weeks of intense research and search, i now have a pair of trekking shoes and it is.... http://www.indiamike.com/india/newre...treply&t=15092 ...the Hi-tech Addo mid. I called up Mr. Vishwanath based on the feedback here and other threads and he turned out to be an extremely helpful and resourceful person. Apart from advising me on the right shoes, he shared his experiences on Himalayan trekkings and knowledge about trekking gears in general. Very informative! The 'addo mid' came highly recommended by him (based on my budget) and apparently he himself uses the same model. Shoe features: - Suede leather and breathable mesh upper - Moisture-wicking lining - Soft padded collar - Rustproof brass hardware - Lightweight compression-molded EVA midsole - Board lasted with steel shank for added rigidity and support - Durable MDT carbon rubber hiking outsole - Removable EVA sockliner Wallet factor: Maximum Retail Price: INR 3,199.00 Mr. Vishwanath offers a 10% discount without even one asking so this pair costed me INR 2,880.00 Now to break into these.... Last edited by manz; Nov 13th, 2009 at 10:57.. |
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Nov 13th, 2009, 10:08
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 | Hi SamG .. if you are in US visit http://www.altrec.com/ to http://backcountry.com . there are lost of varieties in shoe in your range, i buy fromn there very regular, My choice is on Keen and they are very good shoe with good price, value for money
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Nov 13th, 2009, 11:02
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Dec 22nd, 2009, 22:30
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| Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: bangalore
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| decathlon!!! hii all.. any bangaloren who can provide me with his membership?? |
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Dec 28th, 2009, 12:48
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| snow boots in bangalore Hi.. we are travelling to iceland in a next couple of weeks. Can anyone suggest where we can get snow boots in bangalore which can withstand up to -40degree C. |
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Dec 28th, 2009, 13:20
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| look on http://www.adventure18.com/ they have.. |
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Jan 3rd, 2010, 00:16
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| Called Tourister shop at Mani Square...they said that currently they are out of stock for Hi-Tec high ankle shoes |
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Jan 4th, 2010, 10:18
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| Sunny  Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: mumbai
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| sorry for replying late on this Any shoes ankle high and good grip are good to be used for trekking. You need to specifically take care if there is snow. I have done Dalhousie trek even in industrial safety shoes which are ankle high! costs you note more that INR 800/-
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Jan 4th, 2010, 10:29
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And please provide some details for this safety shoe...materials, availability, brand etc. | |
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