Slim Zip Ultra Western Boot

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought these as a dress boot for work. They make dress pants really look good. Couldn't be happier.

These Ariat Men’s Slim Zip Ultra Western Boots are one of the best pickups I’ve made recently, especially with how limited the options are when for disabled people like myself. I am paraplegic and require AFO leg braces to walk, which makes cowboy boots an extremely sore subject. Finding cowboy boots that actually work with braces is a huge pain. Most brands just aren’t built for it. Ariat is basically the only one making cowboy boots specifically for disabled people, other than extremely high end pricy options. Between their EZ Zip line and the fact that they build a lot of their regular boots with removable insoles and zippers, they make it actually possible to get braces and orthotics into a real western boot without a fight. These in particular hit a really nice sweet spot. They’re a little more snug than the EZ Zip models, but not in a bad way. Once they’re on, they feel secure and dialed in, not tight or uncomfortable. The slim shaft is a huge bonus. I don’t have to default to boot cut jeans just to make them work. They look clean with slimmer cut jeans, which makes them way more versatile! And the black smooth leather is perfect. You can wear these casually or dress them up and they don’t look out of place either way. Overall, this is exactly what I want out of a boot. It works with my braces, looks great, and doesn’t force me to compromise. Ariat gets it, and it’s why I keep coming back to them.

These are my first pair of Ariat boots, and I'm quite pleased with them. I have worn them several days every week since I bought them--they are very comfortable. The leather is excellent, and is holding up extremely well.

I’ve had two major ankle surgeries on one foot, wearing a traditional slip on style boot was out of the question. The zip up feature on this boot is genius. I genuinely cannot point my toes due to pins, plates etc. but I darn sure can get into this boot. I’ve always been a boot wearer, after my ankle accident I thought those days were over, this boot is a blessing. Now built the same in a tan and I’ll buy it too!

I purchased this boot for a dress boot, and that is really a perfect task for it. The leather/finish is kinda sketchy and soft, scratches easy. However I love the ease of putting the boot on and off, and the comfort level is great.

Great boots, Comfortable,fit is good ant the best part is they fit inside thinner jeans!