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The Arktos is a winter-ready barefoot boot built to handle cold weather without compromising natural foot function. Lined with insulating merino wool and constructed from rugged full-grain leather, it offers serious warmth, protection, and durability in a minimalist form. This design ensures your feet stay comfortable and agile even in freezing conditions, promoting a healthy foot posture that traditional winter boots often restrict. Whether you’re trekking through snow, working outdoors, or navigating frigid city streets, the Arktos keeps you grounded, warm, and mobile. Its ability to maintain natural foot movement makes it a true dark horse in the winter footwear market, allowing for better balance and proprioception on slippery surfaces. Handmade in the USA with premium materials and rebuildable construction, this is a barefoot boot that’s built to last — and built to move, offering an exceptional value proposition for those seeking a durable and functional winter barefoot boot built for the long haul.
Lifetime Manufacturer’s Warranty
Lifetime Manufacturer’s Warranty
All of our American-made boots backed by a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty covering defects in materials or craftsmanship for the life of the product. This includes issues like faulty stitching, hardware failure, or construction flaws — but it does not cover damage caused by neglect, misuse, or normal wear and tear. Resoling is not covered, as outsole wear is expected over time and part of regular boot ownership. Like a vehicle, these boots require routine care — including regular cleaning and oiling — to keep the leather strong and healthy. Leather that cracks, dries out, or breaks down due to lack of care is not considered a manufacturing defect and is not covered under this warranty. If you believe your boots qualify for a warranty claim, please contact us.
SIZING
SIZING
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Foot Length |
Foot Width |
Ball/Joint Girth |
Recommended Size |
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in |
in |
in |
US (Mens) |
EU |
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≤ 8.36” |
≤ 3.27” |
≤ 8.56” |
3 |
35 |
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≤ 8.52” |
≤ 3.33” |
≤ 8.67” |
3.5 |
35-36 |
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≤ 8.68” |
≤ 3.39” |
≤ 8.80” |
4 |
36 |
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≤ 8.84” |
≤ 3.44” |
≤ 8.92” |
4.5 |
36-37 |
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≤ 9” |
≤ 3.5” |
≤ 9.06” |
5 |
37 |
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≤ 9.16” |
≤ 3.56” |
≤ 9.19” |
5.5 |
38 |
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≤ 9.32” |
≤ 3.61” |
≤ 9.32” |
6 |
39 |
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≤ 9.48” |
≤ 3.67” |
≤ 9.46” |
6.5 |
39-40 |
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≤ 9.64” |
≤ 3.73” |
≤ 9.56” |
7 |
40 |
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≤ 9.8” |
≤ 3.78” |
≤ 9.69” |
7.5 |
40-41 |
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≤ 9.95” |
≤ 3.84” |
≤ 9.56” |
8 |
41 |
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≤ 10.11” |
≤ 3.9” |
≤ 9.96” |
8.5 |
42 |
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≤ 10.27” |
≤ 3.95” |
≤ 10.09” |
9 |
42-43 |
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≤ 10.43” |
≤ 4.01” |
≤ 10.19” |
9.5 |
43 |
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≤ 10.59” |
≤ 4.07” |
≤ 10.32” |
10 |
44 |
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≤ 10.75” |
≤ 4.13” |
≤ 10.45” |
10.5 |
44-45 |
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≤ 10.91” |
≤ 4.18” |
≤ 10.59” |
11 |
45 |
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≤ 11.07” |
≤ 4.24” |
≤ 10.72” |
11.5 |
46 |
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≤ 11.23” |
≤ 4.3” |
≤ 10.85” |
12 |
46-47 |
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≤ 11.39” |
≤ 4.35” |
≤ 10.93” |
12.5 |
47 |
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≤ 11.55” |
≤ 4.41” |
≤ 11.07” |
13 |
48 |
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≤ 11.7” |
≤ 4.47” |
≤ 11.20” |
13.5 |
48-49 |
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≤ 11.86” |
≤ 4.52” |
≤ 11.33” |
14 |
49 |
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≤ 12.18” |
≤ 4.64” |
≤ 11.56” |
15 |
50 |
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≤ 12.5” |
≤ 4.75” |
≤ 11.81” |
16 |
50-51 |
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100% American Made in Fargo, ND
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Made with Cowhide from Montana Leather Co.
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Wide Toe-Box & Zero-Drop for Natural Fit
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Resolable & Rebuildable
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Save $830
$830
SPECIFICATIONS
Upper
Cowhide (5-6 oz)
LINING
Merino Wool (1/2") & Cowhide (2-3 oz)
INSOLE
Veg-Tan Leather (7-8 oz)
MIDSOLE
Veg-Tan Leather (10-11 oz)
OUTSOLE
Vibram 8870 Newflex (8mm)
HEEL COUNTER
Veg-Tan Leather (7-8 oz)
HARDWARE
Nickel
Laces
Paracord (Nylon)
WIDTH
EEE
HEIGHT
9" (size 10)
CONSTRUCTION
Stitch-Down
Crazy Horse Leather
The full-grain crazy horse leather upper is rugged, weather-resistant, and designed to age beautifully. It develops a rich patina over time while holding up to the abuse of winter terrain.
Merino Wool Lining
Lined with ½” of natural merino wool, the Arktos offers exceptional warmth, moisture control, and softness. Helps regulate temperature to keep your feet dry and comfortable in extreme cold.
Veg-Tan Insole, Midsole, & Heel Counter
We use heavy-duty vegetable-tanned leather for the insole, midsole, and heel counter — no synthetics, no shortcuts. It molds to your foot over time and provides a naturally firm, supportive foundation.
Nickel Hardware
Corrosion-resistant Nickel eyelets and speed hooks ensure durability in wet, icy conditions. Built for function and longevity, not flash.
Insulated Foot-Bed
A full half-inch layer of merino wool beneath the insole adds extra insulation directly underfoot — keeping your feet warmer for longer.
Vibram Outsole
The 8mm Vibram 8870 Newflex outsole is lightweight, slip-resistant, and designed for cold weather traction. It flexes naturally with your foot while delivering reliable grip across snow, slush, and ice.
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Vibram
We use Vibram outsoles for their unmatched durability, traction, and all-day comfort. It’s the industry standard for performance — and the ideal base for barefoot function.
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Montana Leather Co.
We source our leather from Montana Leather Co., a trusted American supplier known for consistency and durability. Their rugged hides are perfect for boots built to last.
WHY GO BEARFOOT?
Our footwear is expertly designed to support natural foot movement, build strength, and complement the foot’s natural shape.
Increase Muscle Engagement
Better Balance & Stability
Improve Posture & Proprioception
Enhance Sensory Feedback
Reduce Joint & Back Pain
