The women's Sage CA5679 is Carolina's lightweight 6" waterproof composite-toe work boot — cement-built and cushioned for shifts spent on your feet rather than in the brush.
Key Features of the Carolina CA5679
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Composite Safety Toe Cap — Meets ASTM F2413 for impact (I/75) and compression (C/75), with less cold transfer than steel.
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Dark Brown Leather Upper — Full leather build in a 6" height.
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Waterproof SCUBALINER™ — Carolina's proprietary waterproof lining system.
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Mesh Lining — Breathable against the foot.
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EVA Midsole — Lightweight cushioning underfoot.
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Removable Dual-Density Footbed — Two-stage cushioning with an improved heel cup; comes out for orthotics.
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TPU Heel Stabilizer — Controls heel roll on uneven ground.
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Electrical Hazard Rated — Tested to withstand up to 18,000 volts at 60Hz for one minute without leakage.
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Cement Construction — Bonded sole; light and flexible.
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Oil- & Slip-Resisting Rubber Lug Outsole — Grip on wet floors and loose ground.
Built Light on Purpose
Cement construction, an EVA midsole, and a composite toe instead of steel — the Sage trades a resoleable welt for a boot that weighs less at the end of a twelve-hour shift. If you're on concrete, in a warehouse, or moving all day, that's the right trade.
What the TPU Heel Stabilizer Does
A rigid thermoplastic cradle wraps the heel and resists side-to-side roll when you step onto an edge or a rut. It's the piece that keeps a lightweight boot from feeling unstable.
Why Choose the CA5679?
Waterproof, EH rated, composite-toe protection in a genuinely light 6" boot cut on a women's last.
Similar Styles to Consider
Need more ankle coverage and a resoleable welt? The CA1435 is the women's 8" waterproof composite-toe logger. Browse all composite toe boots, or the full Carolina range at Overlook Boots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CA5679 true to size?
Carolina generally runs true to size — order the size you wear in sneakers. If you're between sizes or wear a thick sock, size up rather than down; feet swell across a shift.
Is it insulated?
No. The Sage is waterproof but uninsulated, which suits three-season wear and indoor work.
How does a composite toe compare to steel?
Both meet the same ASTM impact and compression thresholds. Composite is lighter and transfers less cold into the toe box; steel is thinner for the same protection, giving a slightly slimmer profile.
Can it be resoled?
No. Cement construction bonds the sole to the upper rather than stitching it. That keeps the boot light and flexible, but a worn outsole means a new boot.
Does the EH rating still apply when the boots are wet?
Treat it as reduced. EH testing is performed under dry conditions; moisture, damp leather, and worn outsoles all degrade insulation. EH footwear is secondary protection — never a substitute for de-energizing a circuit or using primary PPE.
