Wesco Highliner Boots, 10" Brown

Wesco Highliner boots are handmade lineman-style boots with a stiff shank and heel built for standing on spurs and pegs. This 10 inch brown version is a long-lasting choice for climbers who spike a lot.

Why climbers choose Highliners

Standing on spurs puts all your weight on a narrow stirrup under the arch. A soft boot lets that dig in and wears you out. The Highliner's stiff shank and heel spread the load, which is why linemen and removal climbers have relied on them for years.

The 10 inch height supports the ankle and gives the lower spur strap a solid place to sit. Compare other options in arborist boots.

Fit, break-in and care

Wesco boots are made to last and take time to break in. Wear them around for short stints before a full day on spurs, and get sizing right, since a custom-fitted boot is worth it for daily use.

Clean and condition the leather regularly, dry away from direct heat, and have them resoled when the sole wears. These are not chainsaw-protective boots, so wear appropriate saw protection when running a saw on the ground.

Many owners get years of daily use from a pair, with resoles along the way. That makes the higher upfront price easier to justify for full-time climbers.

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.