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Agile yet rugged and well-known for needing minimal break-in time, the men's AKU Alterra II GTX hiking boots are designed for enhanced comfort and stride performance over mixed terrain.
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View all AKU Men's Backpacking BootsBest Use | Backpacking |
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Footwear Height | Over-the-ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Waterproof | Yes |
Type of Waterproofing | GORE-TEX More Seasons waterproof/breathable membrane |
Upper | Suede leather 1.6 mm and stretch textile |
Midsole | Dual-density polyurethane |
Support | Nylon |
Outsole | Vibram Alterra II rubber |
Weight (Pair) | 2 lbs. 14 oz. |
Gender | Men's |
7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | |
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U.S. Men's | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 |
U.S. Women's | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
UK | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 |
EU | 40 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 | 47.5 |
Foot Length (in.) | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.2 | 11.4 | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12 | 12.2 | 12.4 |
Measurements are stated in inches.