Pokeboo Packable Boots > Black

'Wellingtons with a difference'

Superb design, ultralight, exceptionally comfortable. A key clue is in the origins of the Pokeboo. Its based on what Japanese rice farmers wear when spending long hours planting and tending rice plants. Hence ultra waterproof and not heavy/tiring to wear all day, but meant for soft, muddy surfaces. There is no need for a thick sole or heel support. I wore them several times on a 10k return journey to nearby lakes. Most of it was on a river bank, woodland and the Pokeboo took everything in its stride - muddy stretches, calf deep water, slippery leaves. I felt I was barefoot, and it was an amazing sensation. However on the road section of the trip I could feel every pebble. Definitely not the only footware I would take on a walk with mixed surfaces. But because they are so light and small, I can now leave my Wellingtons behind and wear light ankle boots with all the required foot support for hard surfaces. And have the Pokeboos in the water bottle carrier of my daypack. Come to a stretch of mud with some deep water - slip on the Pokeboos and never worry about cold, wet socks again.

Super comfortable and lightweight. Feet dry while feeling like I am walking in my slippers!

Amazing boots. Love the very snug fit and the way they look, almost like socks for going out in ! Going to get another pair.