Name: Men's Boulder Summit Waterproof
Brand: Lems Shoes
Price: 210.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (1657 reviews)

PRIMAL 2 VS. PRIMAL 3 OVERVIEW

Balanced Weight Distribution
The increased overall outsole width ensures that your body weight is spread out more evenly, reducing the pressure points on your feet. This even weight distribution enhances comfort during various activities. For those with lower arches and flat feet, you will find that this is a big improvement. But for those with high arches, you may feel very little, to no difference.
Enhanced Outsole
The Primal 3 is made with our Widest Fit Last, just like the Primal 2. The difference is that we developed a new outsole on the Primal 3 with a wider footprint for more ground contact underneath the foot.
Higher Sidewalls
When examining the Lems Primal 3 from a lateral view, you may notice a visual difference — the sidewalls now wrap up higher on the sides. This is a deliberate design choice aimed at improving both fit and lateral stability. The higher side walls provide a snugger fit around the contours of your feet, cradling them comfortably.
Zero-Drop Platform
Just like the Primal 2, the Primal 3 is built on a zero-drop platform which keeps your heel and toes level, mimicking your natural barefoot position on a flat surface.

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FULL RUBBER OUTSOLE WITH ZIG-ZAG SIPING

This brand new, sticky rubber outsole incorporates 4mm deep lugs for incredible traction on snow, mud, and everywhere in-between! The built in zig-zag grooves (siping) provide additional biting edges to cut into ice/snow and helps ground your feet in slippery situations.

100% WATERPROOF UPPER

With its fully waterproof membrane and gusseted tongue, the Boulder Summit will keep your feet dry and warm, especially after a day on the slopes or slogging through slush on your way to the bar!

ZERO-DROP

Places the forefoot and heel close to the ground correcting posture, aligning your spine, and encouraging mid-foot strike.

WIDE TOE BOX

Unlike traditional footwear that squeeze the toes together, our foot-shaped toe box allows for maximum room giving the toes ultimate freedom to wiggle and spread.

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars

Based on 1,657 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 1.4k Total 4 star reviews: 220 Total 3 star reviews: 62 Total 2 star reviews: 15 Total 1 star reviews: 3

95%would recommend this product

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Reviews Summary

Customers say these boots offer exceptional comfort right out of the box, with a roomy toe box that allows natural foot movement. Many reviews mention the boots' versatility for hiking, work, and daily wear. The waterproof feature performs well in wet conditions, though some note breathability could be improved. While most praise the immediate comfort and fit, particularly for wide feet, some mention durability concerns after extended use. Frequent comments highlight the lightweight feel and good traction on various terrains. The boots require minimal break-in time, with many appreciating the natural foot position and ample toe space.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
3 days ago
Great boots, but not wide enough for me
I was disappointed to have to return these, as they were exactly what I was looking for with their rugged soles.
I ordered them one size up from my regular size 8 waterproof Chelsea boots to make room for winter socks, but they were still too narrow for my EEEE high instep feet, even with regular socks.
Then I tried Tuffs, also one size up from my regular Chelseas. They have the same sole as these Summits, but possibly with wider uppers. They were also too narrow.
I ended up back with regular waterproof Chelseas, one size up.
Even though all three of these shoes are considered "widest," they are not the same. These are narrower, especially at the toes, than the regular Chelseas.
Rooney, J. R.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
5 days ago
A substantial improvement over the earlier version of the boot
Still fairly expensive, but a substantial improvement. I would buy these again, while i would not buy the earlier version again.
norman
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
6 days ago
Boulder Summit boots are worth every penny
Comfortable, light, supportive, and durable—these boots have exceeded my expectations and completely raised my standard for what a boot should be.
My job requires a tough, leather boot that’s at least mid-ankle but still lets me move fast when needed. My Danners held up for 15 years, but they started to feel heavier with time. After trying a few other options, Lems has become the answer. I give up a little bit of that old-school toughness, but I gain a lot in comfort and mobility. Totally worth it.
Joey C.
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