Riding in Wellingtons / Wellies

[Carlton green]

I don't think Derri boots are made anymore though. Or are they?

When I Google Derri Boots there are many responses so whilst the originals - what ever they were - might not be available there are many of products of a similar nature. Being mostly skint I’ve never had lined wellies and didn’t even know that there was such a thing, luxury was - and is - a pair of thick socks in my wellies and I find that a decent added insole makes a big difference.

[Jdsk]

I don't think Derri boots are made anymore though. Or are they?

When I Google Derri Boots there are many responses so whilst the originals - what ever they were - might not be available there are many of products of a similar nature. Being mostly skint I’ve never had lined wellies and didn’t even know that there was such a thing, luxury was - and is - a pair of thick socks in my wellies and I find that a decent added insole makes a big difference.

https://www.derribootsdirect.com
... but it doesn't feel like a manufacturer's own site.

Jonathan

[Carlton green]

I don't think Derri boots are made anymore though. Or are they?

When I Google Derri Boots there are many responses so whilst the originals - what ever they were - might not be available there are many of products of a similar nature. Being mostly skint I’ve never had lined wellies and didn’t even know that there was such a thing, luxury was - and is - a pair of thick socks in my wellies and I find that a decent added insole makes a big difference.

https://www.derribootsdirect.com
... but it doesn't feel like a manufacturer's own site.8

Jonathan

As best I can currently manage with Google Derri Boots date from the 1970’s. It seems to me that the name has become a generic term like ‘hoover’ (which is taken to mean vacuum cleaner rather than that brand).

Here’s a link to some originals, see the photo of the sole for the maker’s mark. https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/9737832 ... ng_details
I suspect that the original manufacturer has either long ceased trading or been bought and sold several times - they’re long gone. The trade mark ’Derri Boot’ is likely no longer protected, anyone (other companies) might be using it and for products not well linked to the original.

‘Warm and dry’, waterproof (rain / splash proof), zipped, close fitting, knee length (full calf) and faux fur lined. Stitched upper constriction from textured man made materials and ‘rubber’ sole. More of a dress / fashionable item - likely competing with leather boots - than purely practical / industrial but still regarded as very functional. Men and women’s styles available.

Would I use such boots for cycling in? H’mm that depends, I can see their value in terms of warm feet but with a zipped and stitched construction (as per the originals) they’re likely to leak when immersed in water - they’re better than shoes though. As I sometimes do need to walk and wheel my bike through shallow water (winter flooding of paths and tracks) using anything that’s less than waterproof could be a constraint - I’d likely manage ‘something’ but would prefer not be constrained. For urban use (ie. no water to wade through) and use in mud, surface water / puddles, snow and rain Derri Boots are likely perfectly fine.

My overall verdict? Traditional wellies with an insole and thick socks are the better bet for my all purpose use.

[colin54]

I had some Derri Boots for motorbike riding in the seventies they looked pretty much like this as I recall (except with a smoother sole and black), very light, comfortable and waterproof. They had the padded lace cuff at the top of the boot and the welt around the top of the shoe part as the picture below. Made from a soft plastic in the shoe part.

Image from here
https://charnwoodfootwear.co.uk/derri-b ... gtons.html

[Bmblbzzz]

Out of stock mind. But following that link, I was surprised to discover that Reebok make trainer-style safety footwear.

[mattsccm]

Half length wellies work well if not deep wading. Some, usually the more expensive are a narrow leg and done get in the way as much. Bit like the good old Bog Trotter I guess.

[BobSweet]

I use full size wellies when the Trans-Pennine floods near me, which is every time it rains heavily. When it is wet, like most of the winter, I have some ankle height wellies, when it is dry in the summer I have my cycling shoes.

[simonineaston]

I don't think Derri boots are made anymore though. Or are they?

When Derri boots made an appearance, us motorcycle dispatch riders thanked our lucky stars!

[a.twiddler]

Derriboots. A real blast from the past. In motorcycling terms, like riding in waterproof carpet slippers. I often wondered how much protection they might give in the event of an accident, probably as much as carpet slippers I suppose but they were a revelation for keeping your feet warm and dry. They were quite durable, but would eventually crack where they flexed. I did a lot of miles and got through several pairs. They even did a motorcycle specific version before they started becoming unavailable.

I always associated them with Damart thermal underwear for keeping you warm in the winter. You only had to buy one Damart item, then you would never stop hearing from them seemingly for evermore.

I never cycled in Derriboots, using toeclips and pedal covers in the wet and cold, which worked well for me. Not so effective when you came across a ford or deep puddle but I was young and resilient then and could soon shrug it off as I tended to run hot. I did use the Damart stuff as it was thin, but effective for winter cycling.

[axel_knutt]

I don't think I've worn wellies since I was young enough to grow out of them. I remember trying my late father's on before chucking them out. I've never cycled in cycling shoes either though.

[Manc33]

Last time I wanted dry feet I put thin socks on, a carrier bag, then another thin sock. It worked but this doesn't stop the shoes getting soaked. Wellies would have been far better. I've taken it one step further though, I do 90% of my riding indoors now. Not much use if you need to go somewhere.

[plantymon]

Compo of Last of the Summer Wine fame was often seen cycling in wellies, usually with heels on the pedals and a compulsory knee out style.