This limited edition black Korkers Chrome fly fishing boot with Boa was originally intended to be offered only to professional guides, but with the overwhelming popularity of the standard Chrome boot, and inventory shortages, Korkers has released these boots under the name Darkness to be sold to the public. Only 400 pair available worldwide! Fish on:) The Boa Closure System (guaranteed for life) provides a glove-like fit and simple one handed adjustment with infinite degrees of fine tuning in and out of the water. Turn the dial to tighten the boot, pull the dial out to remove tension and the boots open wide for easy in/out.

Another strong Boa Lacing System review and statement from one of the most respected fly fishing pubs around! This Boa Lacing System review by Fly Fisherman Magazine in the 2011 Gear Guide sums it up it: Boa fly fishing boots don’t come undone, don’t break and a customizable fit that can’t be beat!

From Fly Fisherman Magazine’s Gear Guide 2011 –
“Our editors and field testers love the Boa Lacing System used on some Simms and Korkers wading boots. The same system is also used on ice-climbing boots, snow board boots, performance cycling shoes and, hunting boots. Boa laces don’t come undone, the stainless cables don’t break or wear out, there are no hanging loops to catch on branches or trip you up, and you can tighten them, and release them, wearing mittens.

Most importantly, when you crank the dial, the cables tighten evenly from the ankles down through the toes for the best possible support, comfort, and performance. Some lace-ups leave you with loose toes or no circulation in the ankles.

Another benefit is that the Boa Lacing System in non-porous and easy to clean-which brings us to the topic of aquatic nuisances such as Didymosphenia geminata (didymo), whirling disease, New Zealand mud snails, and other unwanted hithhikers using wading boots as transport.

There is no silver bullet that will stop the spread of these types of nuisances. The only way to slow their spread and protect you favorite waters is to clean, dry, and inspect your boots before and after evry outing.”

Visit Cleanangling.org to see how you can help keep aquatic nuisances out of your rivers and lakes.

Following the overwhelming success of the Korkers Guide and Predator wading boots in 2010, more and more fishing manufactures are seeing the light and recognizing the benefits the Boa Lacing System adds to superior fly fishing product and apparel. Check out this Boa Lacing System review from the crew at Midcurrent.com covering the new Simms RiverTrek wading boot.

Orginally Posted on Midcurrent.com

In early August, we visited the Simms design and production facility in Bozeman, Montana to get a sneak peek at their new wading boot, the RiverTek Boa, which features PVC uppers for super-easy cleaning and the Boa Lacing System. For those who haven’t tried Boa laces — a coated braided wire system that tightens via a knob at the top of the boot tongue — they make lace-tightening and fit a no brainer. But more importantly, if your fingers are freezing, wet, or just tired, the instant-release feature makes boot removal a breeze. The new RiverTek Boa also features Simms’s CleanStream design along with their Vibram StreamTread.

With a Boa lacing system providing simple, even closure, the Rivertek is designed to take Simms wading boots to the next level in environmentally conscious design. Featuring StreamTread Vibram soles and minimum exposed stitching, the boot is specifically designed to be easy to clean.

The RiverTek Boa will begin showing up at Simms retailers in the Spring of 2011 and will retail for $169.95.

Congrats to our friends at Korkers for taking home the Dealer Choice Award at the 2010 International Fly Tackle Dealer Show for the new Chrome Fly Fishing boot with Boa. Korkers boots featuring the Boa Lacing System have been sweeping the tradeshow and magazine awards circuit this year! Here’s a portion of the latest press release from Korkers below. No more wet soggy boot laces when wearing fly fishing boots with the Boa Lacing System!

Korkers Products LLC, the leader in adaptable traction footwear, was presented the Dealer’s Choice award at the Internationl Fly Tackle Dealer show in Denver, Colorado for its new CHROME wading boot featuring hydraphobic materials, true-fit sizing and the new patented 3.0 OmniTrax Interchangeable sole system. The flagship OmniTrax technology has been re-engineered and redesigned for ease of use and enhanced traction while providing a unique solution to fighting invasive species. Upgrades incorporated into OmniTrax 3.0 system include the elimination of the tool previously used to change the outsole, a full perimeter of traction and a wider protective plate for support and stability.

“The CHROME Boot is the latest Korkers wading boot utilizing innovative technology to optimize our consumers fly fishing and angling experiences,” said Korkers CEO Sean Beers. “We know from direct angler feedback and wear test trial that anglers will love this boot. We are confident that the coveted Dealers Choice award will bring this great new style to the attention of even more anglers.”

The CHROME Wading Boot, one of 5 new models in Korkers spring 2011 lineup, is designed to perform in a variety of river conditions and has been wear tested extensively throughout the summer in challenging white-water, rafting, and diverse wading scenarios. The CHROME Boot features Korkers updated OmniTrax 3.0 interchange technology and Boa’s latest M3 reel which tightens laces 3-4 times faster than previous models. In addition, Korkers entire spring 2011 product offering has been produced using hydrophobic materials, reduced seems for durability and “true fit sizing.”

Be sure and check out the June issue of Field & Stream. There’s a great run down of various studded, rubber-sole fly fishing wading boots. We’re definitely a little biased towards the highlighted Korkers Guide Boot with Boa! Get rid of those wet, heavy, shoelaces that are always coming untied!

Image from Field & Stream

Wired Senior Associate Editor Joe Brown, in between his daily Tai Chi and fishing session, gives viewers the lowdown on the Korkers Guide Boot with Boa.  Yes, we all know the Boa Lacing System can out perform shoelaces during the most demanding situations.  However, using Boa as an addition to your overall dating and pick-up strategy? Well this was a first. We’re not claiming this as an official feature & benefit…yet!

Thanks to Korkers and our Facebook fans for participating in the contest! Winning names and prizes are below. Winners will be notified by email for shipping and sizing info.

Stay tuned to the Boa Facebook page for the announcements of future contests with Vasque, The North Face, Lake, Specialized…and more this spring and summer!

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Attention Boa and Korkers Footwear fly fishing boot fans! View the video below demonstrating the versatility of the Boa Lacing System to earn your chance at great Korkers prizes & discounts. Email the exact time stamp in this Boa video where the Korkers logo first appears. All entries with the exact time (Min:Sec) will be entered in a random drawing for two pairs of Korkers boots (1 Predator, 1 Guide) with Boa & three 25% off discount coupons on Korkers.com. Contest starts today and ends at noon MST on Monday, March 15th. Send your time entry (Min:Sec) to dax@backbonemedia.net. Winners will be announced here on The Boa Blog. One prize per contestant! One Entry only!

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