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I have had a pair of Hi-Tec walking boots, for about three years.
Comfortable as they come
They are letting in water through the fabric, not because of a puncture or owt like that
Can anyone suggest a good waterproof spray, as I guess the original impregnation has deteriorated
Adrian
Just dug out my last tin.
Its called Clarks protector, I use it to keep my canvas bags water proof 
Thanks folks for the input,
The next time I am near a decent outdoor clothing shop, I will pop them in and make sure I get the right one.
In fact, I reckon there will be one close to where I am working at the moment
Adrian
PS This site is soooh good for useful info
Quote: They are letting in water through the fabric, not because of a puncture or owt like that
Are you sure Adrian?
Are they a Goretex or similar boot? If they are and this is perforated then a water repellent spray will not keep your boot water proof especially if it is a fabric rather than a leather covering.
JP
Another vote for Nikwax I've used their brush on for boots in the past, was very good. Easy to get from most camping shops and online.
Quote: Are you sure Adrian?
Are they a Goretex or similar boot? If they are and this is perforated then a water repellent spray will not keep your boot water proof especially if it is a fabric rather than a leather covering.
JP
They never used to John, so I reckon it is the waterproofing wore out
Only really noticed, this last 6 months or so, even to the point of having to wear wellies, when togging the early morning butterflies in August - heavy dew etc;
Adrian
There is only one - Nikwax everytime. Dip your finger in the tub and just gently rub it in all over especially around the stitching. as you do the heat from your finger melts the wax and gives the boot a fine fully water proof layer. My Brasher boots have lasted over 20 years and they are almost as good as new - all down to a regulat coat of Nikwax.
Quote: My Brasher boots have lasted over 20 years and they are almost as good as new
Lucky you.
Brahser boots are good but I have to renew after about 6 / 7 years. The tread wears down and even with regular waxing the leather starts cracking.
I am going to have a look around at alternatives before deciding on what do buy for my trip to Snowdonia in October.
Quote: ...... I use it to keep my canvas bags water proof
Glad i'm not the only one - I sprayed loads of shoe waterprofer over my lowpro camera rucksack - it seemed to help keep the damp weather out. In proper rain i put a cover over it.
Yeh bags need a regular spray in bad weather.
I still use a canvas man bag I picked up in fat face some of the time, the spray protects the gear quite nicely
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