Rugged African Trooper - Houston Brown

• Stand vertically on a piece of paper and trace your feet. Then measure the maximum length in cm and determine your UK size
• Please do not add anything to this. Yes, your foot needs some space because the foot moves in the shoe as it rolls. This has already been taken into account in the table when converting.
• If you have wide feet, you don't need to add anything, as almost all Jim Green shoes are already wide. Wide width EE (almost all Jim Green models). Normal width D (e.g. Shoellie, Baobab, Numzaan) .
• Please call us if you have any doubts. Shop with peace of mind as you can exchange your size at any time.

Here is an explanation of all Jim Green soles. You can find out which sole this model is supplied with in the article description.

JG Sole – This sole is our lug version and is designed for grip. It's made from real rubber and feels firm to provide stability underfoot. The JG Natural Rubber option is softer but still offers the same properties. Best suited for loose gravel surfaces, rocky terrain, uneven terrain and challenging landscapes.

OR Sole – This sole is designed for a combination of grip, comfort and speed. This is made of real rubber and offers a softer feel for more walking comfort. Best suited for sandy areas, longer days on feet, quick hikes, urban areas. A great, lightweight hiker.

BR Sole – Our all-rounder option, this sole is designed for durability in the city and outdoors. It is made of real natural rubber and has a firm grip to provide stability under the foot. Ideal for days between the office and outdoors.

FA Sole – Our lightweight comfort option, this sole is designed for comfort and a sleeker look. It is made of real rubber and has a softer feel for comfort. Best suited for casual days in the city or light walks or camping trips

KH Sole – This sole is designed not to absorb mud and dirt during your daily activities, hence its “Flay” design. It's made from real rubber and feels firm to provide stability underfoot. Best suited for muddy soils or sandy areas.

ANV Sole - The Anvil sole is designed to mimic the feel of barefoot running on any terrain while providing additional support and protection. A sole without any reinforcement or stiffening.

TW Sole - This sole is our Tyre Wedge option and is designed for grip and comfort. It is a true rubber sole with a softer rubber compound to provide the best all-round performance.

The different slats are explained here. You can find out which last this model has in the article description.

• JG last = EEE width
  Jim Green Last. Very wide fit, normal height of the toe box. Toe cap reinforced with thermoplastic. E.G.: Razorback, AR08. If you have wide feet, this is your last. If you have normal width or narrow feet, take a half to full size smaller or switch to a shoe with an ASHM last.

• ZD last = EEE width
  Zero Drop Last. Very wide fit, normal height of the toe box. Unstructured construction without reinforcement. All Barefoot boots. If you have wide feet, this is your last. If you have normal width or narrow feet, take a half to full size smaller or switch to a shoe with an ASHM last.

• STC last = EE width.
  Steel Toe Cap Last. Wide fit, high toe box. Originally designed for steel toecap shoes to provide more space for the steel toecap in the toe box, this last is now also used in other models. without steel toecap. Like the JG last, but a touch narrower (EE-width). If you have wide feet, this is also your last. If you have normal width or narrow feet, take a half to full size smaller or switch to a shoe with an ASHM last.

• ASHM last = D width
  Ashley Men Last. Normal fit, normal height of the toe box. Toe cap reinforced with thermoplastic. eg: Numzaan, Schollie. Normal width last, higher instep. If you have normal width or narrow feet, this is your last. If you have wide feet, take a half to full size larger or switch to a shoe with a JG, ZD or STC last.