The ultimate tropical shoe.
The PILGRIM DS is truly a multi-functional boat.
It convinces above all with its highly breathable properties and stability.
It is especially suitable for desert areas or trekking tours on mountain trails, possibly carrying heavy loads in warm areas.
The Pilgrim DS is a true multi-purpose highly breathable boot with outstanding support, stability and impact absorption.
Designed for desert or carrying heavy loads or undertaking more arduous duties on mountain trekking path.
- UPPER: Suede/AIR 8000 1.8mm
- OUTSOLE: Vibram Fourà PU
- MIDSOLE: Die cut EVA
- LASTING BOARD (Stiffness): 6-4 mm nylon + die cut EVA (Medium stiff)
- FOOTBED: CF IMS
- WEIGHT (GRAMS): 600
- SIZE RANGE: 4-13
- AIR8000 - Superb breathability and quick drying
- Proven in worldwide operations
This is the new Mark 2 version of the hugely successful AKU Pilgrim DS boot. These boots are exclusive to Trekitt in the UK and were developed from the original AKU Navy Seal to provide a stable and supportive multi-purpose 6" ankle boot with the same unparalleled breathability and quick drying properties. The Pilgrim range of boots have been used throughout the world by special forces and emergency services for effective rapid intervention work and specialist operations.
This new Mark 2 version features a new Vibram Brown sole unit to improve the boots MTP compatibility with the advantage of enhanced grip and shock absorption. This is achieved by using a carbon rubber sole compound that flexes and moulds to the terrain yet remains hard wearing and durable.
This DS model is perfect for demanding duties in hot climates where ultimate breathability and quick drying are critical. The uppers are made from Air 8000, making the Pilgrim DS 11 times more breathable than traditionally constructed fabric boots. This is achieved by laminating the lining fabric to the nylon face fabric using micro dot net glue which uses adhesive in a matrix pattern to ensure maximum breathability and structural integrity. Other manufacturers use a complete layer of glue to stick the lining to the outer, this effectively blocks up the fabric and greatly reduces breathability.
The face fabric is a tough 3D woven nylon constructed with a raised and increased surface area which provides outstanding abrasion resistance. The combination of these technologies allows the Pilgrim DS M2 to breathe 11 times better than any of its competitors.
The key to the comfort and support of the Pilgrim DS M2 is the AKU Internal Midsole System which uses an anatomically shaped 3D midsole that mimics the natural foot shape. Normally midsoles are flat and offer no support to the foot, only dictating the stiffness of the boot. With an IMS 3D midsole the foot is cradled in a relaxed position therefore reducing fatigue and minimising foot movement. Above the IMS midsole is a 3mm layer of high density EVA, this protects the user from loading forces particularly when carrying heavy packs and provides a layer of protective support for foot rather than it resting on a hard material. Below the IMS midsole is a thicker layer of 5mm (under the forefoot) and 17mm (under the heel) high density EVA which absorbs impact forces from the ground. IMS 3D anatomical midsoles remove the need to “upgrade” boots with off the shelf supports and insoles.
The AKU Pilgrim Mark 2 features the tried and tested internal shape for improved forefoot width and secure heel grip making this boot perfectly capable of long tours and extended duties. The new Vibram Brown outsole features deep lugs for improved grip on a variety of terrain and has a built in rocker to produce a stable and progressive walking platform.
Proved on duty and in operation the Pilgrim has become the boot of choice for specialist armed forces and emergency services throughout the world and is available in 6" ankle and 9" high leg versions.
