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Meindl Dovre Extreme GTX Wide: leather, made in Germany
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Walkers with broad feet often struggle to find a proper leather hill boot that does not pinch. The Dovre Extreme GTX Wide answers that directly: Amazon lists it as a wide-fit field boot with a leather upper, a leather lining, a memory foam insole, a rubber sole and a waterproof rating, with Germany given as the country of origin. It features in our wide-feet and Meindl guides as the traditional German choice for roomy feet.
- Fit (as listed)
- Wide
- Upper
- Leather
- Membrane
- Gore-Tex
- Lining
- Leather
In its favour
- Wide is in the title, so it is made on a broader last than Meindl's standard fit.
- Leather upper and leather lining are listed, behind a Gore-Tex membrane.
- A memory foam insole is stated, adding cushioning for long days.
Good to know
- The listing describes it as a field boot, so it leans towards rough country use more than light walking.
- The listed weight of 450 g looks like a placeholder, so check the real weight with Meindl.
Our take
What the listing tells you
The shaft is listed as ankle height, the height map as mid top and the shaft circumference as 32 cm, which is generous and suggests room around the ankle too. Seasons are given as all. The item weight field reads 450 g, which looks far too low for a leather-lined boot of this type, so do not rely on it.
The title calls it a field boot, and the style is listed as technical. The outsole compound is not named, only rubber.
Leather lining and memory foam
A leather-lined Gore-Tex boot is warm and comfortable, and the leather inside moulds to the foot with wear. The memory foam insole aims to add cushioning that shapes to the underside of the foot. Over time, foam insoles compress, so expect the fit to ease slightly after the first few weeks.
Care follows the usual leather routine: clean off mud, dry slowly away from radiators and fires, and treat the leather with a membrane-friendly wax or cream. Leather that is kept supple lasts much longer.
Dovre Extreme against the Tatra II 2E and Mondello GTX
The Hanwag Tatra II GTX is listed in a 2E width with a nubuck upper and leather lining. It is the closest rival; try both if you can, as the shape of each brand's wide last differs.
Meindl's own Mondello GTX takes a lighter approach with suede and mesh and a Comfort fit sole that gives more forefoot room. It suits walkers who want width for summer paths rather than a full leather boot.
Who should choose differently
Walkers with average or narrow feet will feel loose in a wide boot and should look at Meindl's standard fit models such as the Burma Pro MFS GTX. Those who want a light boot for long summer trails may find a full leather-lined boot warm and heavy.
Anyone with bunions specifically may find a dedicated bunion last, such as the Hanwag Alta Bunion II GTX for women, a better solution than general width.
Verdict
Choose the Dovre Extreme GTX Wide if you have broad feet and want a German-made, leather-lined Gore-Tex boot for hill walking. The Hanwag Tatra II GTX in 2E width is the closest alternative, while the Meindl Mondello GTX suits those wanting a lighter, roomier boot for summer paths.
Compared with alternatives in: Best walking boots for wide feet, Meindl walking boots compared
Amazon listing title: Meindl Dovre Extreme GTX - Wide Field Boots