Apollo Boot
$199
Visually distinctive boot with unusual cashmere wool and leather construction. Gets exceptional compliments despite lacking Goodyear welt. Blake stitch keeps it lightweight and flexible.
Specifications
- Type
- boots
- Material
- cashmere wool upper with leather toecap and counter, calfskin lining
- Construction
- blake-stitch
Expert Reviews
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Visually distinctive boot with unusual cashmere wool and leather construction. Gets exceptional compliments despite lacking Goodyear welt. Blake stitch keeps it lightweight and flexible.
Pros
- Cashmere wool upper from Gertz (more insulating than regular sheep's wool)
- Leather toecap and counter
- Leather lined with calfskin
- Steel shank
- EVA foam for shock absorption and softness
- Hybrid rubber and leather sole - rubber on forefoot/heel, leather mid-foot for flexibility and grip
- Gets exceptional compliments
- Blake stitch makes it lightweight and flexible
- $25 off with code STRIDEWISE25
Cons
- Not Goodyear welted
- Blake stitch less water-resistant than Goodyear welt
- Unusual aesthetics may not appeal to all
