Wading boots CREEK DARK V2 andrew

Note: The indicated wading boot size already takes into account the space required for the neoprene socks of your waders. If you wear a shoe size 43, for example, we recommend that you also take wading boots in this size.

THE SECOND GENERATION OF THE CREEK DARK - MAKING THE BEST EVEN BETTER

The CREEK wading boot was launched with the promise of being an absolutely reliable and durable wading boot for the harsh environment of alpine streams and rivers. After many thousands of pairs sold, wace can only confirm this. The models in the Creek series are undoubtedly among the most robust wading boots you can buy today. But the CREEK DARK V2 from Andrew shows that even a superlative wading boot can be improved in detail.

ITALIAN CRAFTSMANSHIP AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL

The success story of the CREEK DARK V2 wading boot continues in collaboration with the Andrew company from Montebelluna, Italy, the Mecca of outdoor manufacturing in Europe. The company is famous for its work and safety boots for professional use. The master shoemakers have also put all their expertise into the development and production of the current generation of wading boots. This begins with the selection of the best materials and continues with the skilful and high-quality craftsmanship. Every single wading boot is made entirely in Italy. You will notice the outstanding quality immediately when you hold the wading boot in your hand for the first time. But at the latest when you put it on, you will feel the high craftsmanship of the master shoemakers, because the CREEK DARK V2 is neither a sandal nor a bench vice, but a first-class wading boot with exceptional wearing comfort.

NEW WET GRIP SOLE WITH IMPROVED SLIP RESISTANCE

The most obvious innovation in the CREEK DARK V2 compared to its predecessor is certainly the completely newly developed Wet Grip sole. It is specially designed for use in humid areas and in water and is characterised by outstanding slip resistance on wet, slick and overgrown surfaces. A completely new rubber compound was developed for the outsole, with very elastic and extremely soft properties, which also has a very positive effect on running comfort. The great advantage of this new material, however, is its excellent mechanical resistance. Due to the low wear, the sole retains its superb characteristics for wet and humid surfaces of all kinds for a long time. This is of course accompanied by a corresponding longevity.

Thanks to the controlled deformability and viscoelastic behaviour, the sole adapts optimally to any shape of ground and increases the effective contact area. This is further enhanced by the slightly wider sole, so that you can use the maximum contact and friction surface with every step. This makes wading in challenging situations easier and therefore safer.

The rubber compound of the new sole keeps its excellent properties over a wide temperature range, so you will find optimal grip on the water all year round.

The new wet grip sole is available in 4 different versions for the CREEK DARK V2 wading boot:

• as a full-length rubber sole - with or without pre-mounted studs
• as a combination sole with rubber and central felt insert in the forefoot - with or without pre-mounted studs

The studs can also be retrofitted to both sole types if you decide to buy the version without studs. The positions are already provided on the profile of the sole. With these different sole variants, you too will find the perfect sole for you and your waters, offering you maximum grip on all surfaces.

UNCOMPROMISINGLY STRONG

As with the previous models, the CREEK DARK V2 has been designed as an absolut robust and stable wading boot that provides optimum protection for your foot even in rough terrain and under difficult conditions. A new upper material is used, whose abrasion and tensile strength values have been improved once again, so that it is now even more resistant to mechanical stresses of all kinds.

The assembly base of the wading boot is flexible and allows controlled torsion in longitudinal and transverse direction, so that it guarantees pleasant running characteristics. At the same time, the wading boot's ergonomic fit optimally supports and protects your foot and gives it the necessary hold with every step. In this way, the CREEK DARK V2 guarantees maximum stability with outstanding wearing comfort. This means that it not only offers you reliable safety when wading in difficult situations or when you are on the move in challenging terrain but is also extremely comfortable on longer walks. When it comes to stability and durability, no compromises have been made in the current version.

THAT'S WHY THE CREEK DARK V2 IS PROBABLY THE BEST WADING BOOT

It goes without saying that the CREEK DARK V2 retains the tried and tested features of its predecessor:

• Upper material in one piece, without seams: innovative technical fabric, with even greater abrasion and wear resistance
• Protective rubber: very elastic and extremely abrasion-resistant, impact-absorbing
• Flexible assembly base for increased wearing comfort
• Footbed: Lintec hydro
• Lining: Mesh hydro
• Two-zone lacing: made of stainless steel with Easy Roller ball bearing eyelets on the instep, locking hook and two lacing hooks on the shaft
• Laces: waterproof and durable
• Drainage holes on the inside
• Comfortable padded high shaft and tongue
• Robust and large fabric tab above the heel makes it easy to put on and take off

We can recommend the CREEK DARK V2 primarily for use in fresh water. In aggressive salt water, the metal parts of the eyelets can corrode. In this case, the Marea Dark by Andrew is the perfect wading boot for you. Also extremely durable and super comfortable, it contains no metal parts at all, making it 100% saltwater resistant.

The wading boots come with a small pouch containing 2 D-rings.
They are used to create a secure attachment point for the gravel guard hook of your waders.

Installation:

• Remove the laces from your wading boot.
• Thread the laces through the fabric loop attached to the D-ring.
• Re-lace the boot as usual.

Correct positioning:

• Put on your waders and wading boots.
• Pull the gravel guards down over the boots.
• Check where the gravel guard hook naturally rests on the boot.
• Attach the D-ring slightly below that point.

This creates a slight tension once the gravel guard is hooked in, ensuring it stays securely and reliably in place at all times.

SERVICE ALSO AFTER PURCHASE

For the CREEK DARK V2 we also offer a resoling service because we know that with correct use you will wear this wading boot for years. Although the new Wet Grip sole is even more durable and long lasting, the outsole is subject to the most wear and tear. With a new sole, you can freely choose between a full-length rubber sole or a combination sole with rubber and felt insert. You can also choose with or without studs.

You can also find robust replacement laces in the right length for the CREEK DARK V2.

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