When speed, agility, and protection are crucial, the Skyweight Waterproof Side Zip Boot offers legendary 5.11 durability while significantly reducing weight, increasing mobility, and guarding against biological hazards. Metal-free YKK® side zippers, metal-free eyelets, and an integrated nylon shank offer all the durability of steel without slowing you down, and an integrated eVent® waterproof breathable blood borne pathogen resistant membrane offers superior protection against liquids. The tactical outsole offers self-cleaning forefoot lugs and a rear heel brake for maximum mobility, arch lugs provide assistance for ladder and rope work, an 8mm heel to toe drop increases acceleration and improves responsiveness, and a widened forefoot promotes toe splay for superior balance and control. Genuine OrthoLite® insoles provide enhanced comfort and protection. Metal-free design reduces weight eVent® waterproof/breathable bloodborne pathogen resistant membrane YKK® side zippers for easy on and off Broad forefoot for balance and engagement Arch lugs for traction and rope work Self-cleaning forefoot lugs Rear heel brake OrthoLite insoles Built from full grain leather and nylon 8mm heel to toe drop Full length CVEMA midsole Nylon shank for torsional rigidity