The best of the best is the Elite. Staying true to the heritage of Carbo-Tec, the Carbo-Tec Elite offers comfort, performance, and durability in a more traditional western silhouette. Constructed with the Goodyear welt, this waterproof square toe western work boot features a full-grain leather upper with a back zipper and leather pull straps for an easy-on. Inside is a waterproof membrane and a removable cushioning Quick Response polyurethane insole for great cushioning and shock absorption. The foundation of the boot includes the Shovel Shank Xl, offering triple the stability support of traditional fiberglass shanks. Still one tough sole, featuring our propriety Carbo-Tec rubber with an Abs heel base and Carbo-Tec Rubber heel lift, made for working, riding and anything in between..