The Dovre Extreme was reviewed by David Tulloch, a deer management specialist in the Highlands, for Field Sports Scotland. Working daily in forestry and estate management, David is no stranger to tough conditions or demanding footwear. He approached the Dovre Extreme with some scepticism, but was quickly impressed by their comfort and performance.
David spends long days on estates and in forestry, so boots need to work hard from the very first wear. The Dovre Extreme surprised him by being ready for action without a break-in period, allowing him to put them straight into daily use.
“From the get-go these were different — no break-in needed. Straight out of the box, they were comfortable.”
Designed with a high calf, the Dovre Extreme offers additional support and stability. David noticed how the design hugged his legs and spread the weight, allowing him to stay comfortable even when on his feet from dawn to dusk. The fit was secure without causing pressure points or rubbing, and remained consistent across weeks of daily wear.
“The boots hug your calves and spread the weight. I’ve worn them all day, every day, and not once felt discomfort.”
Scotland’s climate provides an uncompromising test for any boot, from torrential rain and waterlogged bogs to hot days on the hill. The Dovre Extreme kept David’s feet dry in constant wet conditions and stayed cool in warmer weather — a combination he found particularly impressive.
“My feet stayed dry through bogs, rain, and streams — and cool in the heat. That was a revelation.”
The boots were put through a punishing test: gorse, barbed wire, rough forestry and constant use on estate ground. Despite the abuse, they held up exceptionally well. When treated with Meindl Sportwax, the leather restored easily, leaving the boots looking and feeling almost new again.
“They’ve been through absolute hell — yet they come up like new with a bit of Meindl Sportwax.”
David’s full review, including field footage, is available on YouTube.
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