Vivobarefoot Jungle ESC Mens

Now, I don’t know about any of you people reading this but, unfortunately, I’m not likely going to get to a jungle any time soon. But don’t let that put you off, it’s not like the ‘Jungle Police’ are going to come along and demand you remove them if you wear them elsewhere! These boots are suitable for any rough terrain environment and have been designed with exactly that in mind.

Firstly, they’re constructed from recycled, synthetic materials and, as far as the manufacturers can tell, they’re vegan-friendly (a few of the components such as dyes for colouring haven’t been fully confirmed as vegan-friendly yet) so that’s a plus point to begin with. The funky patterning on the boots (which I really like!) is all to aid in breathability and flexibility. They have been designed to keep out detritus and moisture yet retain the ability to dry quickly and to efficiently drain any moisture from the inside. They’re also extremely flexible, allowing you to move naturally – a thing that Vivobarefoot are always aiming for in all their footwear and succeeding at here.

The outsole is from Michelin and has a 2.5mm base with a 7mm lug height for a total of less than a centimetre so it’s no wonder you have such a freedom of movement. Combined with the flexibility I mentioned earlier, this makes for really secure footing whether you’re actually traipsing through a jungle or if you’re amongst rocky terrain. The heel treads are also quite emphasised, giving you a great ‘braking’ system if you end up slipping backwards on treacherous terrain. Going back to the jungle theme, they’ve also made efforts to ensure the tongue is secured high up, preventing creepy crawlies and vegetation from getting in. And, to be doubly sure, the inside is brightly coloured so you can easily spot if anything has crept in there overnight, potentially saving you from some nasty unpleasantness first thing in the morning! RRP £220

Vivobarefoot Jungle ESC Mens