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Arbpro

Arbpro EVO 2 Boots

Arborist work boots built for climbing, spurring and long days on the job.

$290 Typical price. Retail prices change, so check today's price before you buy.
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  • Built for arborist work
  • Supportive for long days
  • Grippy sole for mixed terrain
  • Durable upper

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Arbpro EVO 2 boots are arborist work boots made for climbers and ground crew who need support, grip and durability through long days. They are built to handle spur straps, ladders and rough ground.

What arborists need from a boot

A tree care boot has to take spur straps, grip bark and wet ground, and keep your feet comfortable from the first climb to the last load of brush. The EVO 2 is aimed at that kind of day.

If you need chainsaw cut protection, check the boot's rating before you buy. Compare other options in arborist boots.

A good boot is one of the few pieces of gear you wear every single hour of the workday, so it is worth spending on one that fits.

Fit and care

Try boots on with your work socks and break them in before relying on them for a long climb. A snug heel and firm instep help spurs sit right.

Clean off mud and sap, dry them away from direct heat, and replace boots once the sole or upper is worn through. Boots are one part of your protective gear, alongside chaps or saw trousers, helmet and eye and ear protection.

Check laces, hooks and tread regularly. A worn sole loses grip on bark, ladders and wet ground, and a boot that no longer supports the ankle is time to replace.

Boots wear out from the inside too. If the insole is flattened, the heel counter has gone soft or your feet ache by lunch, it is time for new insoles or a new pair, whatever the outside looks like.