The Kansas GTX walking boot has been in production by Meindl for over 15 years. As trusted shoemakers since 1683, Meindl’s walking boots are always of the finest quality and reliability. In keeping with tradition, all of Meindl’s footwear to this day are hand-crafted in the Bavarian factory by skilled professionals. The 3 season Kansas GTX is made from waxed Nubuck leather uppers and a rubber toe-cap giving you protection across a wide variety of terrains. The boot includes various technologies to optimise your walking performance including, a GORE-TEX membrane for waterproofing, an Air-Active footbed to control moisture levels, a digafix lacing system for the perfect hold, and compression pads around the ankle to minimise pressure when hill-walking. In addition, the Kansas GTX walking boot is fitted with a double density rubber sole providing excellent traction and shock absorption. Categorised B by Meindl, the Kansas GTX is superb for hill-walking.