In reply to tjin:
> There are plenty of inexpensive, fairly good manufactures out there. It's generally relative small differences in quality/functionality, but big difference in price.
> Decathlon is a good source for them, but others can be found at smaller online shops.
I disagree about Decathlon being a good source for different "inexpensive, fairly good manufactures". Decathlon has gone far more 'own brand' only in recent years, often the only stuff available is their own brand offerings. You used to be able to pick up some great footwear there but the selection is now mostly only Quechua.
Alan