AKU Selvatica Tactical Mid GTX

174,99 €

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3.9(3)

Product details

Manufactured according to UK sizes, to which they are true. The last is fairly wide and the toes have a generous allowance. If you want a tighter fit, consider half a size smaller. Pro tip: if you already own Salomon Forces series footwear, these seem very close to their sizes in our experience.

The correct conversion to US standard sizes is to add one, I.E. UK 8 is the same as US 9. (The mfg labels on the box may refer to a different standard, please look at the UK sizes only.) If you know your European shoe size or foot length in millimeters, look at the chart below for better conversions.

Correct conversion chart

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EU-Size	Foot length	UK-Size	US-Size
EU 35.5	224 mm	UK 3.5	US 4.5
EU 36.5	229 mm	UK 4.0	US 5.0
EU 37.0	233 mm	UK 4.5	US 5.5
EU 37.5	237 mm	UK 5.0	US 6.0
EU 38.0	241 mm	UK 5.5	US 6.5
EU 39.0	246 mm	UK 6.0	US 7.0
EU 39.5	250 mm	UK 6.5	US 7.5
EU 40.0	254 mm	UK 7.0	US 8.0
EU 40.5	258 mm	UK 7.5	US 8.5
EU 41.5	262 mm	UK 8.0	US 9.0
EU 42.0	267 mm	UK 8.5	US 9.5
EU 42.5	271 mm	UK 9.0	US 10.0
EU 43.5	275 mm	UK 9.5	US 10.5
EU 44.0	279 mm	UK 10.0	US 11.0
EU 44.5	284 mm	UK 10.5	US 11.5
EU 45.0	288 mm	UK 11.0	US 12.0
EU 46.0	292 mm	UK 11.5	US 12.5
EU 46.5	296 mm	UK 12.0	US 13.0
EU 47.0	301 mm	UK 12.5	US 13.5
EU 48.0	305 mm	UK 13.0	US 14.0

Please note! The chart is based on hard facts about shoe size conversions: Paris Points, Barleycorns, and such. When you receive the boots, you may notice that the box and boot labels may not be the same as we indicate. The UK size is correct across the range so use that to verify what you have.

Product description

Aku Selvatica Mids are waterproof multi-terrain shoes with better breathability than many non-membrane shoes you may have tried. The shoe combines light weight with good support for the feet. Seams on the outside are welded flat for a snag-free exterior.

Breathable, walkable, grippy

The key points of the Selvatica are the Air 8000, Elica Natural Stride System, and Vibram Megagrip technologies. Buzzwords aside, here's what they mean:

Air 8000

The number means 8000 grams of vapor permeability per one square meter in 24 hours, which is up to 11 times more than ordinary footwear with a waterproof membrane. This has been achieved with hydrophobic materials throughout the top: the materials don't get soaked which would lead to loss of breathability. Instead, they transfer the moisture to the outer surfaces and away from the shoe. Also, the glue between laminated layers is web-like instead of an even layer that would block the functionality.

TL;DR - these shoes are much more breathable than other waterproof shoes you've tried.

Elica Natural Stride System

The Elica NSS construction is based on varying thicknesses of the midsoles to account for the natural inclination of the heel and forefoot. The upper midsole is softer for cushioning and the lower midsole is firm for support. When landing on the heel, the outer side has thicker cushioning and thinner support layers. When pushing forward, the sides are reversed and the ball of the foot is on the softer area. This improves weight distribution and the economy of movement. The outsole follows the same principle: the heel is inclined and enlarged for landing and the ball of the foot has an aggressive thread on the inner side.

TL;DR - these shoes avoid pressure points to keep your feet happier while saving energy to keep you walking longer.

Vibram Megagrip

This is a special compound developed for dry and wet surfaces. The outsole has been developed with a focus on real-life conditions and feedback rather than artificial lab contraptions. The result is a stable all-around grip well worth the reputation of industry-leading Vibram.

TL;DR - more traction than others.

Reviews

3.9(3)

Görkem Y.

27.01.2022

I have been using these for more than 3 months, mostly during the Finnish autumn and hiked about 70 kms so far with no issues. Comfortable, durable, and lightweight. Great for fast-paced walking and hiking. Surely handles slippery surface better than a regular pair. Mind you, they won't keep your feet warm when it is -10 C unless you are wearing a good pair of woolen socks, preferably layered.

Youssef S.

02.11.2023Verified purchase

Bought this shoe about a year ago. So far I've only used it in the colder months of the year, so not on a daily basis. And if used I used them in the city. Despite the light use, the lace is frayed where it has contact with holding points. The outer sole is also showing signs of deterioration in the sense that its peeling of at the heel. I have other boots that I've used far longer and the lace is not fraying because the points where you thread through are made of metal/plastic and not fabric, thus you have less friction. The boot is otherwise very nice. It's very light and breathable and you can lightly jog with it. It reminds me of the the LOWA Innox boot, which is way better in my opinion.

Adam M.

23.01.2023Verified purchase

Learn from my mistake. These are incredibly narrow boots. Unless you specifically need a more narrow than usual shoe width, these will be uncomfortable. The toe cap is also quite pointed. Think dress shoe like. You need to size up or your outside toes will be pressed uncomfortably on the inside of the toe. Initially they seemed thin but "ok". After two days the material had "settled" and my foot pushed out over the sole. This caused the issue of pinch points as the shoe flexed while walking pressing into my feet. Varusteleka was contacted via email but would not accept an exchange due to the fact that they "weren't new" anymore. They're well made and waterproof. That's the positive aspects. Highly suggest trying these on first. If you purchase online do NOT remove the tag or go outside with them. At least then you can return them.

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