MD Boot Like a hummingbird Mike Dowdy's moves can usually only be seen in slow motion. The torque he puts on his board to achieve this speed and grace needs a boot that is stiff with lots of high ankle support. The upper lace eyelets are located higher than any other boot in the line. This utilized with the extra stiff outer shell makes for an ultra responsive boot. It's basically an extension of your leg.bull; Designed by Mike Dowdybull; Impact strap integrated to lacebull; Cush liner with shock padsbull; Deep heel pocket with built in achillies padsbull; Infinity plate for lightest strongest foundationbull; Dual lace design