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The XA Forces Jungle is a very lightweight tactical boot developed for missions in very tough conditions such as jungle environments. Experience from the previous model based on the XA Forces line has been incorporated to create a modern, fast-drying and athletic tactical boot.
The main role of the upper in these harsh environments is to minimize warmth and dampness. Thin, robust, fast-drying mesh materials and PU-coated leather have been selected for this area of the boot. To accelerate drainage and drying, the design incorporates drainage holes and perforated cushioning. The 8 inch (20.32 cm) high shaft is very flexible and protects the foot from penetrating dirt. The SensiFitTM system cradles the foot from the midsole to the classic lacing system to provide a secure, precise and almost customized fit. The 3D rubber toe cap protects the foot from shocks and ensures high comfort in pathless terrain. The inside of the boot is reinforced with an additional material to support climbing and fast rappelling.
The XA Forces Jungle is a modern, lightweight and athletic boot for very harsh conditions in warm and humid environments, designed to make long missions feel like a walk in the park.
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Nice light and cool summer boots, fit is true to size
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I bought the shoes as a replacement for the "Meindl Pioneer", which unfortunately are no longer produced. After trying them on for the first time, the shoes are pleasantly soft and ideal for warm weather. Unfortunately, like all "modern" shoes, they have a clumsy profile, a very stiff sole and footbed that make it impossible to roll. This means you can trudge around the terrain without feeling the ground. Unfortunately, the Meindl were unique and will probably remain so (I had seven generations of them, almost all of which were resoled again after a few years). In my many years of mountain experience, I always wear two pairs of light running shoes in the summer because the mountain boots are far too stiff for me. I like jumping from rock to rock. Nevertheless, the Salomon XA Forces Jungle seems to me to be an acceptable compromise for fans of light shoes, at least in terms of weight and comfort.
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Fairly breathable shoe. Although the stem is thin, it supports the ankle surprisingly well. Even in cool weather, wearing a double sock or a wool sock is fine. Hopefully the lining will last better than the Xa Forces Mid, where with less than two years of light use, the inside of the shoe was already tearing badly.