Lems Outlander Waterproof Boot
- Price
- $289
The Outlander from Lems is a 100% waterproof gusseted hiking boot with a grippy, lugged tread. They are now constructed to be zero drop, but the optional insoles have a 3.5mm drop. This can make it a great option for transitioning.
Stay above the slush in the Outlander! Plus, use them throughout the year for longer hikes when a little support can help do some of the work so you can stay out and about longer.
While this boot itself is zero drop, as of June 2024 the optional insoles have a small drop (1.5mm for the Minimal Cork insole or 3.5mm for Adventure Poly insole). You can see their breakdown of which models have which insoles here.
- Lems suggests that the insoles compress over time, so you may not notice a drop after the shoes are broken in.
- If you prefer not to use an insole that has a drop, you can wear these without any insoles, or try a zero drop insole such as our Alpaca Insoles.
Sizing
We find most of our customers go up half a size in this model. The Outlander is unlikely to stretch over time.
The Outlander uses Lems's Standard shape last. Fit information:
- suits feet that are around, if not exactly, average width
- suits average foot volume, and offers adjustment to volume through the lacing
- toebox shape suits sloping, mountain, and rounded toe shapes best
- those with longer outer toes or very wide feet may want to go up a full size instead of a half size
- Lems shoes have a roughly triangular footprint shape, tapering from a wide toebox to a narrower heel with width distributed evenly on each side of the toebox
- the Outlander is a unisex style: each pair has a men's and women's US size on the label. That means a men's 9 is the same boot as a women's 10.5, for example
Ground Feel
The Outlander has a firmer sole that offers a little more support than other minimal shoes. The outsole's tread pattern, material, and lugs will give you have a great grip in various conditions.
The Outlander provides very little ground feel, and may be a good choice for people with tenderness in the soles of the feet to get more room for their toes while experiencing a protective walking experience. Some customers may like being a bit higher off the ground with up to 2cm stack height in winter, as you will be further away from the cold of the ground.
Care
The Outlander uses a variety of materials for textural interest and style.
Upper: Nylon and leather
Lining: Polyester with breathable 100% waterproof membrane
We recommend using a waterproofing spray on the uppers so that any dirt or slush will slide off, making maintenance easy. However, the boots are fully waterproof by themselves. Spot clean, and wipe street salt off the leather portions to keep them looking gorgeous longer.
Best Uses
The Outlander can be used for hiking any time, and their waterproof quality makes them a great choice for winter or just rainy days. They are extremely comfortable for days when you'll be up and about for many hours, like long treks through nature or sightseeing around a new city.
If you're used to extremely supportive and stiff footwear these are a step in the right direction: get closer to the ground while giving your toes room to spread out. Let your anatomy and movement adjust closer to a barefoot experience before diving all the way in: it's a gentle way to start your transition.
Sizing
We find most of our customers go up half a size in this model. The Outlander is unlikely to stretch over time.
The Outlander uses Lems's Standard shape last. Fit information:
- suits feet that are around, if not exactly, average width
- suits average foot volume, and offers adjustment to volume through the lacing
- toebox shape suits sloping, mountain, and rounded toe shapes best
- those with longer outer toes or very wide feet may want to go up a full size instead of a half size
- Lems shoes have a roughly triangular footprint shape, tapering from a wide toebox to a narrower heel with width distributed evenly on each side of the toebox
- the Outlander is a unisex style: each pair has a men's and women's US size on the label. That means a men's 9 is the same boot as a women's 10.5, for example
Shipping Information
We’ll process Canadian orders within 2 business days (Tuesday - Saturday). International
orders ship weekly.
Discounted shipping is automatically applied to orders over $100 within Canada.
Free Local Pickup can be selected to save on shipping costs.
More Shipping information here.
Shipping
Order Processing:
We’ll process your order as soon as we can, usually within 2 of our business days (Tuesday - Saturday). Our products are shipped directly from our Toronto location. Orders within Canada can be expected to ship within 2 business days, and International orders ship weekly.
When we print your shipping label and your package is ready to ship, you’ll get an email notification with the tracking number and relevant info.
If you made a mistake while ordering, such as ordering the wrong size or colour, please let us know at info@cooleastmarket.com at your earliest convenience.
Shipping Options:
Discounted Flat Rate according to Region via Canada Post
We are introducing Discounted Flat Rates for customers based on where you live in Canada.
Once your cart total reaches $100* or $200, a flat rate will be applied to your check-out based on your postal code.
The flat rates include: free, $5, $10, and $15 (based on your cart total and where you live)
*if your cart total is under $100, regular Expedited shipping will be applied
Why the new shipping rates?
This new tiered flat rate system was created based on a need for our small business to catch up with rising costs of shipping, whilst also giving our customers a better shipping rate than if they were to pay at full cost. To make this fairer for everyone, we created these flat rates based on the region of the shipping address, as shipping costs are determined by region.
Local Delivery via Trexity
If you are in the GTA, you can choose the Local Delivery option at check-out.
We use a delivery service called Trexity that is based in Toronto. The order will arrive within 1-2 business days and it will be delivered by a courier straight to your destination. You will also receive an email or text letting you know when it's been delivered.
Local Pick-Up
You can also arrange to pick up directly from our store in Toronto and eliminate the shipping charge. Just choose the Free Local Pickup as your shipping option. You will receive an email letting you know when your order is ready to be picked up. When you arrive, let us know your name and/or order number.
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International Shipping
International orders are shipped through a Canadian border shipping service called Chit Chats. It is calculated based on the total weight of your order and your destination. You will be able to see the price before paying during online check-out. Once the shipping label has been printed, you will receive an email with tracking number and relevant info.
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Shipping Troubleshooting:
If you experience an issue with shipping such as getting a message that your parcel has been delivered when it hasn’t, please contact us at info@cooleastmarket.com so we can look into it for you. We’ll ask you to check a few things and then look into it with the relevant shipping service.
Custom Shipping Services:
For large orders or to arrange other shipping options such as courier please contact us directly and well in advance at info@cooleastmarket.com
Pickup available at 1390 Danforth Ave.
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