I just measured the thickness of mine and it was appx 2.3 to 2.5 mm thick. The toe box is hard on top for protection as is the heal. They have a liner that seems to have some padding/foam between it and the outer leather. I have no doubt that the boots are sturdy and should be just fine for hiking in rocks, etc. Well made boots.

I don't have an accurate measurement of the thickness of the leather. I do know however, these are quality Italian made boots. Don't confuse these with the Chinese made boots that saturate the market. I was a Vasque man years ago, back when they made full leather boots. I wore Super Hikers and Alpines, and now they seem to just make Chinese junk. These Alico's are very good quality, sturdy boots. The one thing that I will tell you that is not a positive, is to apply the boot sealing wax as soon as you decide to keep the boots. I wore them out on a short walk in wet conditions and I had a little bit of a leak near the bend of my foot at my toes. I dried the boots out and applied the sealing wax and haven't had a problem since. I figured this comes from the Norwegian Welt instead of the glued on sealed sole. Again, these are very sturdy and well made boots. When you get them, wear them around inside the house or take them to a local mall or indoor facility where you won't get dirt on the soles. Get some steps in to test them out. Do Not wear them outside where they will get dirty and you won't be able to return them, until you decide they are keepers. I got some Merrel trail shoes and I love them, but they can't hold a candle to my Alicos. Just make sure you put the wax on before wearing them out in wet weather.

Answered on 11/12/2018 7:55:57 PM by Lee "Takasha" Sossamon from NC