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Kayland Contact Boot - Men's
Lace up the Kayland Men’s Contact Boot for multi-day treks in the great ranges or heavy backpacking trips closer to home. This heavy-duty hiking boot features a leather and textile upper backed by an eVent waterproof breathable lining for full weather protection. An enhanced rocker last promotes a natural rolling step, and ergonomic internal padding keeps the heel locked and the ankle supported for rocky, barely-there trails.
Bottom Line: Make full contact with the trail when you're wearing this boot.
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Believe the hype.
By: kpa518866071
12 hours ago
Believe the hype. These boots are excellent. Just christened them on a big hike in the Adirondacks after two days of wear at work (outdoors). No blisters, hotspots, problems, etc… I’ve never had this much room in the toe, and must say it feels quite luxurious. Worth every penny.
These look and appear to be great boots after reading the plentiful
These look and appear to be great boots after reading the plentiful reviews... here's my problem, I wear a size 14, firm. I have so much trouble finding any decent boots in my sizing. My feet aren't overly wide, they're are just a full 14. I cannot get by with any size 13 without severe pain especially in my big toe/other toes. I usually end up wearing basketball shoes all the time, but this does not work out for long backpacking trips in inclement weather. Does anyone know of a shoe that will fit me?! This has been going on for years, and with the emergence of larger people in many cultures, I can't believe shoe companies still only go to size 13, but they do. I have been dealing with this since junior high, and it's is so frustrating. I am 6' 4" and 210 lbs., what size shoe do they expect me to wear? Does anyone have any good recommendations?
By: walter b.
October 20, 2009
Remarkably light, stable and breathable
By: Rumdoodle
January 27, 2009
I agree with chrisw001330206. The boot has a very nice fit for those of us with narrow heels and wide forefoots (not that uncommon among outside people, oddly). I've had horrors with a lot of modern boots that have too narrow of a toe box and are poorly built. My pair of Contacts are probably the best boot I've tried in 4 years. Their advantages are: excellent shank for full-length protection, rocker in the shank that makes walking a breeze, FULL breathability and solid water protection, and space for the little piggies up front (i.e. toes). I normally fit a 9.5-10 (due to foot width), and the Contact 9.5 was my size of choice. I strap BD hinged crampons to these for lightweight spring snowfield climbing, and also wear them in 80F heat through baking dry deserts in the Southwest. I find E-vent's breathability better than that of Goretex, and the ankle support is superb. The full shank also makes edging in the boot quite reasonable for mountain scrambling. My only hesitation is the worry that the materials may not last very long -- put a full leather upper on this boot, and you have a classic, legend-worthy mountain hiker. Probably the best boot on the market for narrow-heeled, wide footed hikers (though still a little tight, and not a true wide).
Trying to find them anywhere on the internet to purchase and I'm not able to. Please purchase more Backcountry!
By: Ken 26.2
July 29, 2009
No, Kayland is still making the Contact boot.
By: RockyMtnHigh
July 29, 2009
I wish that were an option, I would really like to purchase this boot!
By: Ken 26.2
July 28, 2009
I'm guessing you are not a size 9.5?.......You could always cut off your toes....
By: Cody Raffensperger
July 28, 2009
I am looking at the new North face boa's and am wondering
I am looking at the new North face boa's and am wondering about the quality. The Boa is cool but will it hold up. I'm debating between that and the Kayland contact. If money weren't an issue how would you compare them? I've always used Asolo or at least for about fifteen years and am an avid supporter and am wondering about these other two.
Also,I have narrow (A)width feet and usually have a problem with
Also,I have narrow (A)width feet and usually have a problem with boots and shoes being too fat requiring inserts,double socks or both and then lacing the shoes as tight as they go.
I didn't see a width option for this boot,yet I did see reviews that indicated they are wide after the heel part. Will they be too wide? Why no width choice,or did I miss that?
By: BrianAlex
April 12, 2009
There is no width choice.
By: DakkaGuru
April 13, 2009
Best boots I've used yet!
By: Luke
March 2, 2009
Very nice boots. Construction quality is awesome! I have a feeling these boots will last longer than Asolo, Vasque...you name it. The fit is true to size and perfect for those of us who have a wider foot but a narrower heel. E-vent is nice, i like it more than gore-tex because i feel it breathes a bit better but still retains the waterproof properties. The heel cup is fantastic and the toe box is a nice size to keep your feet from feeling crunched. The soles have I've used them on trails and in snow and there is nothing to complain about. If I was able to i would never take these things off.
I need a lightweight boot with good grip on dirt hillsides.
I need a lightweight boot with good grip on dirt hillsides.
This boot is listed at 1 lb. 10 ozs.per pair! That is 13 oz. each. Is this a misprint?
If not, are the soles heavy enough to last or do you have to replace them often?
What is a "contact" boot. I've never had an issue with my feet not contacting the ground when I walk,although I admit,the idea of no contact seems very appealing.
This seems to be the boot for me(and my sore knees) but they seem too good to be true. Thanks-BrianAlex
By: BrianAlex
April 12, 2009
You will be able to stand on dirt hillsides all day long with the Vibram sole paired with the flex 5 rating they give and enhanced rocker, you could hike sideways with a heavy pack on. The weight is for a single boot, problem is being fixed. The soles will last, and replacing them would probably cost more than a pair of boots. "Contact" is the model of the boot, not the type of boot.
By: DakkaGuru
April 13, 2009
Contact
By: chrisw001330206
January 2, 2009
Great boots if you have a narrow heel. Asymmetrical last allow you to have a snug heel cup and wider toe box for comfort.
how does this Kayland Contact boot work with a foot that is
how does this Kayland Contact boot work with a foot that is a bit on the thin side,,,,and if i order from you and they are the wrong size, can i send them back and exchange....jack
By: jack troxell
December 26, 2008
Backcountry really has a great return policy. I had to return a set of Lowa Banff boots that were too heavy and wore out my knees. Even though they were worn,they took them back,which was way beyond the nornal return policy (and will make me a regular customer for sure).
By: BrianAlex
April 12, 2009
Jack, you can always return to Backcountry. The fit has plenty of toe room but superior ankle hold and comfort to spare. The Contact also has a stiff midsole and eVent lets you breathe while staying dry. Perhaps you already have these since you asked on Dec. 26th. So now maybe you are now ready to tell us about them...?
By: DakkaGuru
March 16, 2009
Change me.
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