The Sovereign High Rider Boots feature ShockX technology in the footbed which boosts an ergonomically designed cushion footbed with a builtin 850º steel shank for improved stability while riding and walking and the High Density outsole provides excellent grip and durability with ripple zones for increased performance. The Sovereign High Rider Boots also feature the unique MH Prolaze Stretch-Flexnotch which makes it far easier for your foot to sit in the correct "heels down" position.Mountain Horse Flexnotch technology for a softer and easier heels-down positionHardwearing, lustrous full grain leather upperBeautiful shine & finish with excellent supportExceptional High Density outsoleGrip responsive ripple zones for increased performance and moreDurable genuine YKK zipper in the backHidden elastic along the inside back of the shaft for a more custom fitShockX ergonomically designed cushioning foot bedIntegrated tempered steel shank for improved stability while riding and walking