Mongrel
Mongrel Zipsider Safety Boot
Product Overview
The Mongrel 261 Zipsider is Mongrel's top-selling all-round safety boot, built for tradies who need a lightweight, low-ankle boot that suits almost any job site. It combines a 200J steel toe cap with an easy-on YKK side zip, so you can move fast without sacrificing protection.
Why Customers Choose This Boot
The 261 is a genuine all-rounder – equally at home working with tools, walking long distances or driving between sites. The AirZone® Comfort System and OrthoTec® Air footbed keep feet supported through a full shift, and the YKK zip means you're never wrestling with laces at the start or end of the day.
Standout Features
- YKK side zip with ZipGuard: Lets you get boots on and off in seconds without fighting laces, ideal for sites with frequent boot changes.
- 200J steel toe cap: Protects feet from impact and compression hazards on the job.
- TPU/PU ToughSider outsole (rated to 130°C): Delivers confident grip on slippery, oily or greasy surfaces and resists heat from hot floors and surfaces.
- OrthoTec® Air footbed with AirZone® Comfort System: Cushions every step and adds anatomical arch support, reducing fatigue across long shifts.
- Electrical hazard resistant construction: Provides an added layer of protection when working near live electrical risks.
- Temperature regulating lining: Helps keep feet comfortable as conditions change through the day.
- Coats Nylbond stitching: Reinforced seams are built to handle the daily wear and tear of trade work.
- Padded tongue and collar: Adds extra comfort and reduces pressure points around the ankle.
- Three leather finishes – Black Kip, Wheat Nu-Buck or Stone Nu-Buck & Cordura: Lets you match the boot to your site dress code or personal preference.
Ideal Applications
General trades, construction, warehousing, logistics and driving-based roles – any job that calls for a lightweight, easy on/off safety boot suited to varied indoor and outdoor conditions.
Technical Specifications
- Outsole: TPU/PU ToughSider, heat rated to 130°C
- Toe cap: 200J steel
- Closure: YKK side zip with ZipGuard (no laces)
- Footbed: OrthoTec® Air with AirZone® Comfort System
- Upper: Black Kip leather, Wheat Nu-Buck leather, or Stone Nu-Buck & Cordura (colour dependent)
- Available sizes: AU 3–14 (half sizes 6.5–10.5 included)
Standards & Certifications
- AS 2210.3:2019 (Occupational protective footwear)
- ISO 20345:2011, MOD
- ASTM F2413
- Made in Australia