The Denver II shoes, made from high-quality leather, are a typical Xero Shoes product: they combine the look of regular footwear with a barefoot-style construction. The sole is actually very thin, with its edges slightly raised around the sides to give the impression of a conventional sole. In reality, the sole offers virtually no torsional rigidity or shock absorptionits main role is to protect the skin on the bottom of your foot, while allowing your foot muscles to do all the work. The Denver II shoes are designed for cool conditions. Inside, they feature a warm lining material and insoles that reflect body heat back to the foot. Note! Although the manufacturer states that this model is also suitable for wet conditions, it is a membrane-free leather shoe, meaning it is not waterproof. Despite being made of leather, the Denver II are closer in weight to running shoes than to traditional ankle boots of the same height. - The last is designed to provide enough space for the foot to