They say man's best friend is his dog, which is mostly true, but in winter, on those cold frosty mornings followed by intermittent fog and heavy rain or just plain gnawing cold, the Polar Boot will come a close second. Lined with 100% wool which means no smell and great warmth. Two-row out-sole stitch for extra strength. The Suede is treated to be water-resistant.
Originally created by the surfers from Down Under. All that’s missing is the sea.
Ladies Fit: Fits size down compared to your normal size.
Calf Measurement: 390mm circumference on a size 6.
Mens Fit: The fit is generally on size.
Calf Measurement: 400mm circumference on a size 9.
The suede will stretch and the wool does compact with use, so if the boot is a bit snug initially, so long as the length is right, the boot will just become more comfortable.
Good quality leather on these shoes, I believe they will last me a long time.
Quite comfortable, with a nice wide 'toe box', so that your toes don't feel squashed. I removed one star because of 1 spot on the shoe. On the inside, where the back and front leather pieces meet, I can feel that 'stitching' when I wear the shoe. I will get used to it, and it's not so bad, but that is one thing that I did notice.
I heard that rugby players are encouraged to wear Freestyle plakkies rather than wearing rubber flipflops, to protect the bridge of their feet. I am so happy and satisfied with the plakkies. Elegant, comfortable and sturdy.
