PARABOOT APPRECIATION THREAD 2018 - NEWS, PICTURES, CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES, ETC.

[thatboyo]

Has anyone successfully used Paraboot's boutique search and POS directory in contacting a vendor? Still interested in buying a pair of their sneakers, but a lot of dead ends currently.

If you have any leads, please share.

I bought from Dychurch Lifestyle years ago before Paraboot was readily available at US retailers and my impression was that they can order from Paraboot and ship to you if needed. Not sure if it’s changed but you can shoot an email and ask.

 

[vegancrabcakes]

Bump
Any good proxies for Paraboot shipped to US? How come they don’t offer delivery like JM Weston direct to customer from their store?

Reach out to Drinkwater's in Cambridge, MA. They are really knowledgeable about sizing and super friendly and helpful!

 

[zissou]

I’ve ordered hard to find Paraboot styles from Peggs and Son with good results.

 

[JUAN MANUEL]

I bought from Dychurch Lifestyle years ago before Paraboot was readily available at US retailers and my impression was that they can order from Paraboot and ship to you if needed. Not sure if it’s changed but you can shoot an email and ask.

Dychurch service is great, call them, they are very nice people.

 

[patrick_b]

Hi guys, I have a sizing question.
I own a pair of Michaels, size 43.5, snug fit, sometimes after long walks I get toe problems.
I'm thinking to get a pair of Avignons, should I go for 9.5 or 10?
The insole of my Michaels is 28cm
Is there any information for the actual insole length of 9.5 and 10 Avignon models?
Cheers

I’m a US 11 Brannock and have two pair of Avignon (suede) in a UK 9.5.

 

[ya__________]

Looking into a pair of Avoriaz. I wonder how often do folks usually repair the soles? How much does it usually cost? And if it's critical to go to a an authorized repair shop?

I tend to wear my soles at the heel in a pretty consistent way (wearing out one side of the heel, on both shoes), and often replace them yearly.

Thanks!

 

[Drinkwaters]

Looking into a pair of Avoriaz. I wonder how often do folks usually repair the soles? How much does it usually cost? And if it's critical to go to a an authorized repair shop?

I tend to wear my soles at the heel in a pretty consistent way (wearing out one side of the heel, on both shoes), and often replace them yearly.

Thanks!

The Avoriaz has a monoblock sole, meaning the sole and heel are one piece. The question would be, how will these be used? If you were wearing for street fashion only, then you should be good for a few or more years before re-soling. If you're planning on using these as dedicated hiking boots and depending on the terrain you subject them to, you might need to attend to these sooner. We all tend to have some degree of pronation in our stride, so heel wear is usually the first area of concern. If you want a serious hiking boot, you might want to consider these. https://www.paraboot-pro.com/montagne/26-231-granier#/12-taille-38

We are the Authorized Paraboot Repair Service in North America

 

[ya__________]

The Avoriaz has a monoblock sole, meaning the sole and heel are one piece. The question would be, how will these be used? If you were wearing for street fashion only, then you should be good for a few or more years before re-soling. If you're planning on using these as dedicated hiking boots and depending on the terrain you subject them to, you might need to attend to these sooner. We all tend to have some degree of pronation in our stride, so heel wear is usually the first area of concern. If you want a serious hiking boot, you might want to consider these. https://www.paraboot-pro.com/montagne/26-231-granier#/12-taille-38

We are the Authorized Paraboot Repair Service in North America

I would like to use them daily. Its not hiking, but it’s the streets of NYC

With my current leather/combination soles, I end up replacing the heel almost every year. I hope the avoriaz will give me a longer cycle. Otherwise, seems like a bit much.

What’s the current cost of re-soling?

Thanks!

 

[Ypuh]

Does anyone know what the differences in fit are between the Avignon and Tournier?

I'd like to try a pair of Paraboot's out in grained leather, which narrows it down to these two. My general size is EU44 or UK10, sometimes UK9.5 with a F-fit. My feet are slightly on the wider side. Usually not enough to warrant a G-fit, but also not suitable for narrower lasts.

Would it be best to go TTS on these?

 

[2942]

Bad photo of a great pair of shoes. First wear and they’re super comfortable.

 

[Drinkwaters]

Does anyone know what the differences in fit are between the Avignon and Tournier?

I'd like to try a pair of Paraboot's out in grained leather, which narrows it down to these two. My general size is EU44 or UK10, sometimes UK9.5 with a F-fit. My feet are slightly on the wider side. Usually not enough to warrant a G-fit, but also not suitable for narrower lasts.

Would it be best to go TTS on these?

TTS would be my suggestion. However, Tournier and other dress shoes on that last will run a bit narrower with a longer toe box. Avignon is like a Brannock D width.

 

[DirtyHarris]

Update, I went for Avignon 9.5UK and this was a wise move, more room than 43.5 Michael

 

[WaIIace]

Chambords or Michaels? 🤔

 

[WaIIace]

I have stumbled upon their Villandry model, didn't hear about it previously. Looks good too. Between Villandry and Michaels, which one would you choose? What model is more versatile?

 

[billscoresby]

Thinking of removing the green tags from my Michaels - does anyone have experience with this?