Snugpak Insulated Tent Boots, UK Made

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Rubber soles with grip are what you need to wear your bushcraft slippers outdoors, as this ensures they stay dry and you don’t injure your feet on sharp objects lying on the ground. Fabric-soled slippers are the better choice to wear inside your shelter as they are less likely to damage your tent floor or air bed. Synthetic Vs Down Camp Slippers MATERIAL: 100% recycled ripstop upper, 50% recycled brushed polyester lining, 100% recycled polyester wool-like collar

Allyness 1-5: 5, This could easily be used as a bit of field gear, and gets extra ally points for not being one of the usual suspects brand-wise! The construction is, as you would hope given the cost, very good. The use of flat-felled seams really enhances the look of the booties, as well as adding strength to the seam. Keen is known for their protective toe boxes, and even these slippers have better toe protection than most trail running shoes. This gives you the confidence to wear them more like shoes and take care of tasks around camp without taking them off. The uppers are nicely water-resistant which is a necessity if walking on wet grass outside your tent. As already covered above, the insulation type should be one of your first considerations when looking for some warm camp footwear inside your tent. Down insulation offers the best weight-to-warmth ratio but synthetic insulation works better if it gets wet. Choose wisely, and get in touch if you have any questions. Sole There are two types of camping slippers you might be looking for. The first is a pair of slippers you can take camping to wear outdoors; The second is some insulated slippers you can wear inside your tent and even sleep in to prevent cold feet. Some slippers do both, but others are heavily weighted one way or the other. The main decider here is the type of sole you choose.When I went looking there were a surprising number of these on offer. From dirt cheap down filled ones from China, to expensive arctic booties with Gore-Tex shells. MATERIAL: PERTEX Microlight Rip-stop outer fabric, Soft brushed microfleece lining, Adjustable ankle

This is why I decided to go for a synthetic fill. I was happy to take the minor bulk and weight penalty in return for something that is easier to keep clean and that I can rely on in adverse conditions. The outer layer is made from Gore WINDSTOPPER Fabric. I am unsure of the hydrostatic head for the particular fabric used here, or indeed if the seams are taped internally. However, if they are using the same fabric across their entire line it’ll be very good. I have had condensation drip on my sleeping bag, creating a puddle, which did not penetrate at all. Most likely they were looking to use the fabric to eliminate any wind-chill more than to be water resistant.

The Rab Hut Boots are almost identical to the low-cut slipper version below the ankle, but the boot version continues up the leg for added warmth and comfort. If you are someone who really appreciates being warm on a cold day or night, then these synthetic down booties might be for you. It should be noted that these boots don’t just keep your ankles warm but also make your feet warmer which can make them a bit too hot for summer nights.

Many camp slippers will have a reinforced fabric sole which is great for inside a tent or sleeping bag, but outside, these suffer when you step on even slightly damp ground. Rubber soles offer the best protection for camping slippers outside but also are the least practical and, frankly, unnecessary inside a tent. The rand or height that the sole reaches is also something to look for as the higher the protective sole fabric goes, the better waterproof protection you will have. Material The outer is made of the same Paratex Light fabric which is used arcoss Snugpak’s products. It’s water resistant, and windproof, as well as being breathable so you don’t get too sweaty in them. The booties are similar in form to the Snugpak ones. They come to mid calf,have a synthetic insulation (more on that shortly), and a water resistant outer layer (again, more on this shortly). Unlike the Snugpak boots, the Carinthia booties have a “sole” made from a more hard-wearing fabric. Even if your insulated slipper soles are waterproof, wet grass can still affect your comfort if the fabric on top isn’t. You will find that most of the tent slippers in this guide use a durable water-repellent (DWR) treatment which helps. The material also needs to be durable as you will expose them to abrasions with every step (potentially). Nylon material is a safe bet. Size Some camping slippers are better designed to be used outdoors than others, and the major contributing factor for this is the sole material. No matter how well-enforced, fabric soles will never work as well as rubber or PU soles. If your slippers are designed to be used outdoors, they will have a solid rubber sole with some kind of tread underneath for grip. If your slippers don’t have this, they are designed for your tent and not walking outside. Are Camping Slippers Waterproof?I am very happy with them. They take up very little space in my bag and work as advertised. They are a little dearer than some of the alternatives on offer, but they use tried and tested materials, and you get to support a British company and British jobs! If you are anything like me, you will buy these for camping and end up using them every day at home, around the house or garden. If you have ever tried a pair of Teva sandals, you will know how lightweight and comfy they are. These hiking slippers are even comfier. SOLE: Rubber outsole with Teva RAPIDresist technology, 30mm dual layer Teva ULTRA-COMF foam footbed Once you know what kind of insulation you want, you can choose the length and style of the slipper to suit your camping needs. Low-Cut Slippers Value for money – 4: Dearer than some competitor products, but not painfully so. Plus you get the benfit of knowing it is ethically produced, and supporting a company that still manufactures in the UK.