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Product Of The Week Presented By iKoniK Insurance Canada- Leatt ADV HydraDri 8.5 Boot

A waterproof ADV boot built for riders who lean offroad, but refuse to sacrifice comfort.

Confidence in uncertainty, starting at your feet.
The 8.5 gives you more lower-boot structure and support than typical ADV boots, while keeping the upper comfortable for long days.

What problem this boot is solving:

Most “ADV” boots either feel like overbuilt motocross boots, or minimalist hiking boots.

8.5 is built for the middle ground that riders actually live in:

  • Wet weather and cold mornings
  • Long days standing on pegs
  • Dabbing, pushing, walking, and doing stupid little tasks a ride demands

How the Leatt ADV HydraDri 8.5 Boot gets it done:

  1. Waterproof, breathable, ready for real weatherWaterproofing that belongs in ADV, not just in the product description.
  • HydraDri EVO membrane 20K/20K (waterproof/breathable).


  1. Hybrid construction, on purpose
    This boot is not trying to be everything. It’s built for a specific rider: offroad-oriented, not hyper-aggressive, who still rides far.
  • Hybrid offroad/adventure construction.
  • Lower part influenced by the 4.5 Enduro boot, with a soft, comfortable nubuck leather upper from the 7.5 ADV upper.
  • Enduro-style lower boot construction with offroad hinge design for added ankle support.
  1. Support and control where it matters
    ADV is a lot of standing and correcting. The boot supports that without turning your ankles into passengers.
  • Medial flex limiter for improved boot control with solid protection.
  • Steel shank reinforced, CE certified.
  • Extended foot peg riding zone for arch support and riding on the balls of your feet.
  • Heel grip ankle design for stability when riding on the balls of your feet.
  1. Built to be used, not babiedThe small daily details are what riders appreciate after months of tough use.
  • SlideLock system: auto-locking one-way sliding closure for a strong seal at the top of the boot.
  • Inside of boot is flat and grippy for bike feel.
  • Low-profile toe box for easy shifting.
  • DualZone sole hardness (enduro-derived), built for durability, peg feel, and grip.
  • EN13634:2017 certified motorcycle protective footwear, with CE levels 2222 achieved. This means that the boot delivers the highest standard of protection against abrasion and impact.
  • First-class fit even for wide feet.
  1. Less to lug around
  • Approx. 20% weight reduction vs segment standards, without compromising performance and protection.




Key highlights:

  • HydraDri EVO 20k/20k waterproof and breathable membrane for sustained wet-weather riding and variable climates.
  • Nubuck leather upper with additional exterior waterproof treatment for durability.
  • SlideLock upper closure with auto-locking one-way sliding closure designed to seal securely at the top of the boot.
  • Durable buckles with an over-lock system and stainless-steel base.
  • Flat inner side profile with protective, grippy rubber and microfiber panel for bike contact and control.
  • Ankle frame support and 3DF impact foam at the ankle for controlled movement and impact management.
  • Impact reinforced shin plate and shaped heel support.
  • ADV-pattern sole with steel shank reinforcement.
  • CE certified to EN 13634:2017.
  • Plastic-free packaging.

For more information please visit: Leatt | Moto, MTB & ADV Protective Gear & Apparel

Chris Pomeroy

1989 Rookie-of-the-year and former nationally ranked pro racer who turned into a dirt oriented scribe

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