Aku NS 564 Navy Seal - Black

The infamous AKU Navy seal boot is a lightweight, responsive, low profile boot for use in hot and dry conditions. Highly breathable with an Air8000 upper and Sanifit lining reduces sweat build-up, giving the wearer all-day comfort - these boots do not have a Gore-Tex lining so not waterproof above the rand line.

The Aku NS 564 is a super-lite multi terrain boot. Developed in conjunction with the US Navy Seals, this boot is a tough, rugged all-rounder and with NO Gore-Tex liner it makes it perfect for European backpacking and travel. Now a favorite with our own 'Armed Forces'. The breathability is superb, leaving your feet comfortable all day and your socks almost dry at the end.

Using a Vibram Swot Outsole the NS 564 is great for scrambling as well, it has great edging capabilities and a flat area at the toe for good friction. The internal Sanifit lining wicks away moisture produced by your foot at a very fast rate. Although the NS 564 has a slim-line midsole Aku's internal midsole keeps your feet comfortable mile after mile, and the tough Bycast Rand offers great protection from rocky paths.

Low Profile Vibram sole unit, and internal EVA cushioning keep the Navy Seals as light as possible without sacrificing strength - tough enough for Special Forces worldwide.

I have a pair of the AKU's in black, purchased in early September this year and so far have been very impressed. I needed a non-goretex, lightweight boot specifically suited for desert and dry mountain conditions and the AKU really delivers on this with the mesh upper - apparently '10 times more bre... » more...

Having been a fan of Lowa boots for a long time I was interested to try something different and along came the Aku boot. This boot has a great design and is very comfortable to wear, having always worn mountain and high leg style boots it took a while to get use to the the low cut style of the Ak... » more...