The Original Muck Boot Company Women’s Chore Adjustable Tall Boots
Pros
- Rear adjustable gusset extends up to 7cm
- 5mm flexible neoprene upper
- Reinforced heel and toe areas
- Breathable lining
Cons
- Chunkier sole
- Not as stylish as other wellies
- May to be too warm for some
Manufacturer:
Price as reviewed:
£139.00
The Original Muck Boot Company Women’s Adjustable Chore Tall Boots
The Chore adjustable wellies are handcrafted from natural rubber, also they’re the redesigned iconic Muck Boot Chore for women, with the addition of a fully waterproof adjustable gusset at the back that extends up to 7cm for extra room around the calf and a more customised fit. These neoprene wellies are the chunkiest wellies I’ve tested.
They have chunky soles for excellent grip, and because of the form-fitting interior, they don’t slop about at all on the feet. They’re also breathable while staying warm, and due to the wide calf fit and neoprene upper they are easy to get on and off even with waterproof trousers on without your socks being left behind.
The Chore boots did come up slightly shorter than standard wellies, but this didn’t affect the performance of these boots. These boots have been worn around the stables and on daily dog walks, and I’ve found them comfortable. Even with the chunkier looking exterior they are lighter than they look. The reinforced toe and heel area also offer additional support in key areas. The 5mm neoprene upper kept me warm even though the temperature dropped to below 0°C.
Muck Boot Women’s Chore adjustable tall boots are available in sizes UK3–9 (not including half sizes) and in one calf width, however the adjustable gusset allows for up to 7cm of extra room. I am a size UK5, but the advice online is that they run small so you may need to size up, so I tested a UK6. I found them to be a great fit with room for a thicker sock if needed.
The adjustable calf fit offered plenty of room for added layers with ease. My mum who is a size UK6 also regularly wore these wellies for yard chores and gardening as she normally struggles to find wellies to comfortably fit her calves, but had no trouble with these.
They look industrial, so don’t win points on style for the most part unlike some of the more fashionable brands, but if you’re after a daily work boot then that doesn’t matter.
Verdict
*H&H Approved* These adjustable wellies are good value with a neoprene upper for added warmth. They are not as stylish as some other brands but have been proven to be a ‘workhorse’ welly that is built to last.
Who tested the The Original Muck Boot Company Women’s Chore Adjustable Tall Boots?
I am products editor at Horse & Hound and have been testing products for the last 10 years. I own three horses who are on grass DIY livery, so I am up the yard at least twice a day, doing all the daily jobs of a horse owner and riding up to four times a week.
I live on Hayling Island, right by the sea, so I regularly walk my dogs on the beach. As well as endless hours in the field looking after my horses and walking the dog, I wore these wellies on the school run, running errands in town and leading my son on his pony around the countryside. To ensure I gave them a thorough test, I purposely went out in very wet weather and splashing around in puddles with my son – which was great fun!
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