Fire Boots

First line of defense. Built by hand. Tested by fire.

Spec Check ✔️

JK Boots’ Fire Inlander boots are certified to meet the requirements of NFPA 1950, 2025 Edition, the National Fire Protection Association standard for Wildland Fire Fighting Protective Footwear.

This standard applies to footwear designed for wildland firefighting operations, including use in wildland–urban interface (WUI) environments where wildland fire conditions are present.

Technora® thread is a high-strength, heat-resistant fiber used in critical boot stitching where failure isn’t an option. It won’t melt or drip when exposed to heat and holds up under constant flexing, abrasion, and heavy strain. This helps seams stay intact longer in harsh fireground conditions, giving your boots added durability where it matters most.

The Vibram® RedX sole is built for wildland fire conditions, offering reliable traction on loose dirt, rock, and uneven terrain. Its heat- and abrasion-resistant rubber compound holds up around hot ground and sharp debris, while the aggressive lug pattern provides stability when climbing, hiking, and working on steep slopes. The result is a durable outsole you can trust when footing matters most.

These boots are fully resoleable and rebuildable, designed to be repaired rather than replaced. When the sole wears down, it can be replaced, and critical components can be rebuilt to extend the life of the boot. This keeps your boots working longer, reduces break-in time, and protects your investment through multiple fire seasons.

Earned in the burn.

"Well they had arrived (Fire Inlander Boots) while I was mid roll on a fire with my ****** Smokejumpers and when I got back home and tried the Fire Inlanders on, they were a night and day difference.

had been called to another fire the next day and had worn my JK’s without breaking them in. I am on a type 2IA hand crew and throughout the 16 hours it was equivalent to wearing moccasins. The comfort of JK Fire Inlanders is unbeatable." - Trevor A. ★★★★★

Frontline Ready

Trusted by hotshots, helitack, smokejumpers, handcrews, engine crews — and firefighters who travel the world protecting our wild places.

Boots for the Next Line

From hands-on fittings to taking their orders in person, we are committed to helping the next generation hit the line with boots built to last.

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Designed for real fireline work

After blazing a trail as the first work boot JK designed and released, the Fire Inlander has become a wildland icon standing strong season after season. Born in the heart of the northwest, sourced and handmade entirely in the USA, this fire boot lives for the grit of the wild forests and mountains. 

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wildland firefighter foundation

JK Boots partners with The Wildland Firefighter Foundation in their mission to support wildland firefighters and their families. As a non-profit foundation, the WFF assists families with donations from supporters like you. 

“JK Boots are the best-built boots on the planet.” - Burk Minor, WFF Executive Director