Zhik Performance Ankle Boot

Zhik Performance Ankle Boot The Zhik Performance Ankle Boot has been redesigned from the sole up for sailors who need grip, durability and freedom of movement. Its low-cut profile lets your ankle move naturally when trapezing, sailing a dinghy or paddling. The sole is bonded to the boot under high pressure using strong adhesives, with additional stitching at the toe box for reinforcement. This construction produces a flexible, low-profile boot that’s ready to wear straight out of the box. Zhik says the bonding process uses less energy than traditional vulcanisation. A high-grip rubber compound offers twice the sole durability of previous designs, while the flexible tread provides traction on wet and mixed surfaces. The high-walled outsole helps protect against abrasion, and integrated drainage ports let water escape. The neoprene upper has stitched, rubber-coated panels and protective toe and heel overlays. A wide 40 mm hook-and-loop ankle strap secures the fit, while an easy-entry opening and heel pull loop make the boot simple to put on and take off. Adjustable fit The removable insole can be glued in for a secure performance fit, as Zhik recommends, or removed for approximately half a size of extra room. The boot is also compatible with the Hiking X Carbon Insole for added directional stiffness. Sizing: Uses standard US shoe sizing, sizes 5–13. If you’ve owned Zhik boots before, check the current size guide before ordering; your previous size may differ. Weight: 390 g per boot (US size 9) Materials: Upper: 70% rubber, 30% polyester; insole: 70% polyurethane foam, 30% polyester; outsole: 100% rubber Style code: DBT-0130-U-BLK