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Marauder_Pilot t1_iwvlbnq wrote

Reply to comment by BoostinDubs in Hiking boots recommendations by No_Vanilla9662

Definitely seconded on the Made in Italy part. My first pair of Italian Scarpas lasted me 6 years, and I'm normally lucky to get 2 years out of a given pair of shoes.

My second pair, which were from the Romanian made line, have completely disintegrated in less than one. Very disappointing for a $250 pair of boots.

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BoostinDubs t1_iwvnsmy wrote

I did the same exact thing! I bought the cheaper hiking boots and was a little disappointed when I saw they weren’t Italian made. Apparently these high end boot companies are trying to compete with all the cheap boots out there with more affordable options. Unfortunately they have to cut cost so cheaper manufacturing. My Italian made scarpas are indestructible and water proof after years of abuse though.

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Marauder_Pilot t1_iwvsebb wrote

I should have taken them right back to MEC when the little lace tab at the top snapped off the day after I bought them.

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trippiler t1_iy9tutq wrote

Are certain models made in Romania or do we just have to order and hope for the best? I'm looking at the mistrals. Considered buying a kids pair because I have small feet but the soles aren't vibram.

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