AKU-USA Icaro Gore-Tex® Hiking Boots - Waterproof (For Men)

These boots are an excellent example of the European boot making tradition in an updated style. The last of Aku boots is unmatched in the industry in my opinion. Why buy boots made in China when these are comparable in price and far better in quality.

Light weight, good fit, I have Scarpa zero "g" boots and these have a similar feel.

These boots feel well made. One of the speed hooks is spinning, which is a nuisance. The boot feels very narrow.

Mine have lasted for four years and the soles are still good. I got new different ones but right away went back to my Akus, they're just so comfortable and flexible and for me they have a lot of sentimental value.

I used these boots on a trip to Kauai in anticipation of slippery conditions and they didn't disappoint. The treads are deep so they grip well in wet conditions. Ankle support is great without feeling overly cumbersome. There's virtually no break-in time so you can use them straight out of the box. Waterproofing works perfectly, they're nice and light, and they grip well - it's hard to find something bad to say about them. The only slight problem I found was that they can be a bit slippery when crossing streams (which is to be expected) and if you're climbing around on rocks the deep treads can catch sometimes. These are great boots and I am very pleased with them.