{"product_id":"rocky-backlands-mens-6-waterproof-rubber-outdoor-boot-camo-rks0717","title":"Rocky Backlands Men's 6\" Waterproof Rubber Outdoor Boot - Camo - RKS0717","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRocky Backlands 6\" Waterproof Rubber Outdoor Boot - Camo — RKS0717\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdp-description-short\"\u003eVulcanized rubber construction with 4mm ripstop neoprene and rubber overlays, an EVA midsole, and an oil- and slip-resisting outsole with Dry-Strike SRX tread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdp-description-long\"\u003eThe Backlands is Rocky's rubber outdoor boot: Guaranteed Rocky® waterproof construction, a lightweight EVA midsole, an Air-Port Lite® memory-foam footbed, pull loops for easy on and off, and Dry-Strike SRX tread on the high-contact areas of the outsole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features of the Rocky Backlands RKS0717\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuaranteed Rocky® Waterproof construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVulcanized Rubber Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 Inches in height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight EVA Midsole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocky® Air-Port Lite® Sponge PU Footbed with Memory Foam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePull loops for easy on and off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4mm Ripstop Neoprene with Rubber Overlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil- \u0026amp; Slip-Resisting Rubber Outsole with Dry-Strike SRX Tread on High-Contact Areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWaterproof by Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVulcanized rubber over ripstop neoprene is waterproof with no membrane or seams to fail, and the rubber overlays reinforce the wear points where brush and rock hit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDry-Strike SRX Traction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oil- and slip-resisting outsole carries Dry-Strike SRX tread on the high-contact areas — the compound and pattern Rocky uses for footing on wet rock, mud, and boat decks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Rocky RKS0717?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA waterproof, lightweight rubber boot with reinforced neoprene and serious wet-ground traction — the pick for marsh edges, wet fields, and camp chores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSimilar Styles to Consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rocky-backlands-mens-16-waterproof-snake-boot-camo-rks0720\"\u003eBacklands Men's 16\" Waterproof Snake Boot - Camo - RKS0720\u003c\/a\u003e – the other Backlands build (16\" snake boot vs 6\" ankle boot).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rubber-hunt-boots\"\u003eRubber Hunt Boots\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rocky-outdoor-and-hunt\"\u003eRocky Outdoor \u0026amp; Hunt\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rubber-boots\"\u003eRubber Boots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Backlands waterproof?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Vulcanized rubber over 4mm ripstop neoprene is waterproof by construction, with no membrane or seams to fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Backlands RKS0717 snakeproof?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 16\" RKS0720 carries a high-abrasion ripstop neoprene snake guard with rubber overlays for 16 inches of snakeproof protection. The 6\" RKS0717 is an ankle boot without snake protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Backlands insulated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 4mm neoprene provides light, inherent insulation for cool weather; it is not a winter boot. For deep cold, look at a 1,000g+ rubber boot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should a rubber boot fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRubber boots run roomier than leather; order your normal size and try it with the sock you hunt in. The pull loops make the 6\" quick on and off, and the 16\" needs a little effort at the calf until the neoprene softens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Dry-Strike SRX tread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRocky's wet-traction tread compound and pattern, placed on the high-contact areas of the outsole for footing on wet rock, mud, and slick decks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the RKS0720 and RKS0717?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame Backlands rubber construction, EVA midsole, and Dry-Strike SRX outsole. The RKS0720 is the 16\" snake boot with a neoprene snake guard; the RKS0717 is the 6\" ankle boot with pull loops.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rocky","offers":[{"title":"7 \/ Medium \/ Camo","offer_id":53797071651089,"sku":"193715705794","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 \/ Medium \/ Camo","offer_id":53797071683857,"sku":"193715705800","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9 \/ Medium \/ Camo","offer_id":53797071716625,"sku":"193715705817","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 \/ Medium \/ Camo","offer_id":53797071749393,"sku":"193715705824","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10.5 \/ Medium \/ Camo","offer_id":54204723396881,"sku":"193715753504","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"11 \/ Medium \/ Camo","offer_id":53797071782161,"sku":"193715705831","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11.5 \/ Medium \/ Camo","offer_id":54204723429649,"sku":"193715753511","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12 \/ Medium \/ Camo","offer_id":53797071814929,"sku":"193715705848","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13 \/ Medium \/ Camo","offer_id":53797071847697,"sku":"193715705855","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14 \/ Medium \/ Camo","offer_id":53797071880465,"sku":"193715705862","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1107\/6454\/files\/RKS0717_profile.webp?v=1784652793","url":"https:\/\/uverlookboots.com\/products\/rocky-backlands-mens-6-waterproof-rubber-outdoor-boot-camo-rks0717","provider":"Overlook Boots","version":"1.0","type":"link"}