WATERPROOFNESS: 9- I’ve yet to find a leather hunting boot that doesn’t eventually leak. About Day 75, after probably 500 creek crossings and more boggy miles than I care to discuss, I started noticing moisture along the outstep of my insoles. Realistically, I was actually very impressed they held water as long as they did. Another feature on the Dakota boots that promotes comfort and and protection to your feet is the Crispi Ankle Bone Support System (ABSS). The ABSS greatly improves comfort and protection of the entire ankle area due to a combination of innovative materials that allow the footwear to contour gently around your ankle. The system offers fantastic sprain protection even on the most challenging terrain while supporting the ankle in all condtions. This helps to reduce fatigue on the lower joints after a long day of walking. Removable Footbed: CRISPI Air Mesh + Felt Active Carbons. Outstanding breathability and anti perspiration- anti odour action. The CRISPI 3D construction moves moisture away leaving the foot dry. The laces of both boots run the full length, so the tightness and support are held throughout the entire foot and up past the ankle. Every aspect of the item/garment must be free from signs of wear and odour and must be in re-sellable condition.

A central hinge for excellent control of the foot during the stance phase on various types of terrain ensures mobility and control. Removable Footbed: CRISPI® Air Mesh + Felt Active Carbons. Outstanding breathability and anti perspiration - anti odour action. The CRISPI® 3D construction moves moisture away leaving the foot dry. Why? Well I did an "Ultra Challenge" Event in 2021 where I covered 100km (60 miles), in 36 hours, with a total ascent of 10,000 feetand I wore a pair of Crispi Summitboots. I also did many training sessions of 25 - 50km and they performed faultlessly in all weathers and over all terrains. In fact I am wearing the same boots whilst writing this listing....Featuring the special Boa® Closure System to enable ease of use and comfort. The closure requires only the twisting of the dial to tighten the boot to your individual requirements with not tying of laces required. A customised fit without pressure points is achieved thanks to the BOA millimetric closing system which uniformly distributes pressure.

From hot and dry to cold and wet, there is perhaps no place on earth that is more unforgiving than Alaska. Sooner or later, the Last Frontier will always expose inferior equipment.Having a pair of Kenetrek boots myself, I can say firsthand they are very comfortable and fit the shape of my feet better than I could have imagined.