Are Brasher and Berghaus the same?

Are Brasher and Berghaus the same?

brasher, renowned for its archetypal brown walking boot, will be subsumed into the Berghaus brand from next year. Both are owned by Pentland, and the brasher brand has struggled as a business in recent years, despite a loyal following for its boots.

Is Brasher still trading?

The big story from Berghaus is that from later this year, the Brasher Boot brand will cease to exist in its current form some 36-odd years after founder Chris Brasher began development of the revolutionary lightweight hiking boot that bore his name, however the good news for Brasher boot fans is that key models will …

When did Berghaus buy Brasher?

There are still an awful lot of people that either ring us or call into our showroom here in Somerset in search of the good old Brasher boots and shoes. It was a complete tragedy when, back in 1996, some bright spark decided to merge the Brasher brand with Berghaus and all of the lovely Brasher products disappeared.

Who is Brasher owned by?

the Pentland Group
Brasher, a UK boot manufacturer owned by the Pentland Group.

Should you wax new boots?

During the manufacturing process, the leather is treated with wax, however these boots and shoes may have been sitting for a few months and so adding a bit of wax to the leather will make sure your footwear are protected fully.

Why are my walking boots cracking?

Problem: Dry/cracking leather. 99% of the time this is a result of a lack of maintenance. Leather is skin, when skin becomes dry, it cracks, and unfortunately it’s time for the bin after this occurs. You need to regularly care for your boots to allow them to perform at their best for the longest amount of time.

Is anything better than Gore Tex?

eVent. eVent is one of the best Gore-Tex alternatives, because it comes really close to mimicking all of its features. In some cases, it performs even better than Gore-Tex. Unlike most other Gore-Tex alternatives, this is a fabric that is developed by a company and then sold to many different brands.

Can you wear Gore Tex shoes in summer?

Gore-Tex is a highly breathable waterproof material to keep you from getting too hot. The Gore-tex lining does make them somewhat less breathable (thus a little warmer). I still wear them all year round, and if you are doing any extended hikes where you need dry feet, waterproof is more important than cool.

How long should a pair of walking boots last?

For a top-of-the-range pair of boots with Vibram soles and a good performance overall, expect them to last you for around 1000 miles of walking across diverse terrains, but this can vary.