When I think of Italy, a few things come to mind; from delectable cuisine and ornate architecture to svelte tailoring and pronounced hand gestures. Seldom do I think of high-quality hiking boots. But ironically, Italy is actually the cultural home of the hiking boot, and home to one of the most sought-after hiking boot brands in the world, Diemme.
Established in the early ‘90s by brothers Dennis and Maico Signor, Diemme has 25 years of experience within the outdoor and performance industry. That wealth of experience, knowledge, and just straight-up know-how has led to the creation of its Everest boot; a boot that will serve you equally well in the city as it will in the mountains.
Expertly crafted in Diemme’s family-owned factory in Onè di Fonte, Veneto —a small town in north-eastern Italy —the Everest boot is constructed from full-grain Nappa leather and fitted with hard-wearing rubber panels, perfect for tackling adverse weather conditions. The boots feature a plush rubber ankle collar for added comfort, as well as D-ring laces to keep your tootsies all nice and secure.
I can’t comment on whether you could actually climb Everest with them, but I feel confident saying that you’d be good in pretty much any other situation.
Available for $458 from Stag Provisions.
