Zanskar combines over 40 years of expertise in leather walking boots with the latest sole unit technologies to create a boot which is the epitome of what a general-purpose hiking boot should be. Your perfect partner for backpacking, hiking and hill/mountain walking.
The upper is made from selected premium quality 2.6mm European nubuck finish leather. A generous full-length rubber rand protects the upper from abrasion and the unique Dry-Line® lining system is fully waterproof and has superior moisture vapour transfer performance to help keep your feet dry in all weathers.
When working with natural leather there is no substitute for experience and at Boreal each hide is individually inspected for the slightest imperfections and is cut by hand to ensure a high-quality finish. The Vibram® Fuora Evo outsole is durable and has a deep lugged tread pattern for great traction in all conditions. A feature on Zanskar worth emphasizing is our new midsole which has a soft cushioned EVA top surface and greatly enhances underfoot comfort. This, combined with our new sole unit platform with an extra shock absorbing foam plug under the heel, and improved torsional stability will keep your feet happy and you trekking for longer.
Features:
UPPERS:One piece premium quality waterproofed 2.6mm leather in Nubuck finish. HFS padded heel system. Rubber rand for durability.
LINING:Boreal Dry-line for absolute waterproofness and superior breathability.
MIDSOLE:Boreal PB-60 with shock absorbing EVA layer
SOLE:Vibram Fuora-Evo outsole with dual density shock absorbing EVA and PU layers. Under heel cushioning and TPU stabilizer in the meta tarsal area
USAGE:Trekking, backpacking and hill/mountain walking. 3 season use
Buyers Guide - How to choose a pair of walking bootsWalking boots are THE most important item in your kit! Ill-fitting and non-supportive footwear can make for a miserable time out in the hills causing at best; blisters. There are 26 bones in the human foot, 33 joints, 107 ligaments, 19 muscles and tendons – and they need protecting! We recommend coming in to see us for a proper fitting by one of our expert staff – we’ve learnt a lot of lessons with footwear over the years, so you don’t have to!
We stock walking boots from size UK 3/EU 36 to UK 14.5/ EU 50 including half sizes in both UK and European sizes so you can get the very best fit for your feet. (In addition, our Ambleside shop also stocks children’s Scarpa Boots from size UK 9.5 jnr /EU 27)
- What am I going to use my boots for?- Fabric or leather?- Will my boots be waterproof?- What size do I need?- How should my boots fit?- Men's or women's?- What if I have trouble finding boots that fit properly?- Why should I think about lacing?
- Which boot will give me lots of ankle support?
- Do I need to break my boots in?
- Do I get what I pay for?
- How can I make my boots last longer?
Top tips to make the right choice:Try your boots on indoors, keeping them on a long time to ensure they are comfy before using them outside.
Don't make the mistake of buying brand new boots the day before a multi-day walking trip! You may find your enjoyment spoiled by uncomfortable fit or blisters.
We are all used to buying shoes on how they look. Be prepared to open your mind a little when it comes to walking boots and concentrate on fit, fit, fit.
Ask us as many questions as you can think of! Boots are probably THE most important purchase you are going to make.
Remember: happy feet make for happy adventures.