"Hoges in WA" wrote in message
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Hi
Anyone here own a pair of Dubarrys?
I'm considering buying some Shamrocks and was wondering just how accurate
Dubarry's sizing is.

Sometimes companies make things that say one size but they are "big
for..." or "small for..." what they say.

I think it is more common with clothes than footwear but I'm still a bit
curious.

Aside from that, are they good boots?


I have another OPB trip coming up in a couple of weeks and was thinking of
spoiling myself with some booties to wear.

Hoges in WA




I own a pair of Dubarry's and consider them to be the best sailing boots on
the planet, (they should be at that price!)

Size-wise, mine are European size 43, equivalent to British 9's, (is that US
10's?). I would never buy expensive gear like this over the 'Net as it's a
pain having to return them if they don't fit. I found a local chandlerey who
almost matched the best Internet price I could find, and was able to try on
various pairs before purchasing.

Have had them for 3 years, and they are almost like new. I use the wax that
horsey people use on their "tack", cheaper than the Dubarry wax, and
probably just as good, if not better.

They are supremely comfortable, even worn ashore all day.


Dennis.