An 8" waterproof composite toe logger built for mining, oil and gas work — with a molded rubber abrasion toe and a triple rib steel shank underfoot.
The Maximus 2.0 pairs a Buster Coffee Bean leather upper with the waterproof SCUBALINER™ membrane and the OVERTIME Comfort System footbed, over an oil-resisting heavy duty rubber outsole with "ICE" toe and heel.
Key Features of the Matterhorn MT2560
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Composite Safety Toe Cap — A non-metallic toe meeting ASTM F2413 for impact and compression, with less cold transfer than steel.
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Molded Rubber Abrasion Toe — A rubber kick guard bonded over the toe, protecting the leather exactly where a logger scuffs it first.
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Waterproof SCUBALINER™ — A sealed waterproof membrane built into the boot rather than coated onto the leather.
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Buster Coffee Bean Leather Upper — Full-grain leather in a deep brown.
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Mesh Lining — Circulates air through a long shift.
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OVERTIME Comfort System Footbed — Dual-density: a polyurethane foam undercarriage molded for support, under a memory foam top layer.
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High Rebound EVA Midsole — Returns energy underfoot instead of flattening out.
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Triple Rib Steel Shank — A ribbed steel plate under the arch for torsional support on ladder rungs, rebar and broken ground.
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Heel Stabilizer — Controls heel roll on sloped or uneven terrain.
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Electrical Hazard Rated — Tested by an independent lab to withstand 18,000 volts at 60Hz for one minute without leakage.
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3/4 Welt & Cement Construction — Welt stitching through the forefoot with a cemented heel section.
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Oil Resisting Heavy Duty Rubber Outsole with "ICE" Toe & Heel — High-abrasion rubber placed at the two points that wear out first.
Where the Steel Is, and Where It Isn't
The toe cap is composite — non-metallic, lighter than steel, and slower to transfer cold on a winter shift. The shank is not: the MT2560 uses a triple rib steel shank for arch support. That pairing is common on loggers, and it matters if your site controls access with a metal detector. If you need a boot with no steel in its structure at all, see the MTC300 below.
The Abrasion Toe and the "ICE" Outsole
Two details do most of the durability work here. A molded rubber abrasion toe caps the leather at the point where a logger's boot dies first — kicking, kneeling, and dragging across rock. The outsole then carries "ICE" toe and heel sections: high-abrasion rubber placed where tread wears fastest, so the sole outlives a standard lug pattern.
Built for Mining, Oil and Gas
Matterhorn is built by Carolina Shoe Co., part of the H.H. Brown Work Group, and has supplied coal, mineral and precious metal mining and the oil and gas industry for decades. The Maximus 2.0 is the general-duty logger in that line — the one you reach for when the job doesn't require metatarsal or puncture protection.
Why Choose the MT2560?
An 8" waterproof composite-toe logger with genuine abrasion protection at toe and heel, EH rating, and a steel shank for support underfoot. The pick when you want a rugged, waterproof logger and don't need a met guard or a puncture-resisting insole.
Similar Styles to Consider
Need metatarsal and puncture protection, or a fully non-metallic boot? The MTC300 is the same Maximus 2.0 platform with a winged D3O® internal metguard, a non-metallic puncture resisting insole, a non-metallic shank, and CSA approval. Want another 8" composite-toe logger? See the MT2558 Steadfast. Browse the full Matterhorn collection at Overlook Boots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Matterhorn MT2560 have a steel shank?
Yes. The Maximus 2.0 MT2560 uses a triple rib steel shank — a ribbed steel plate under the arch that resists twisting on ladder rungs and uneven ground. The toe cap is composite and non-metallic, but the shank is steel, so this boot will register at a metal-detector-controlled access point.
Which Matterhorn boot should I choose for a detector-controlled site?
The MTC300. It runs a non-metallic shank, a composite safety toe cap and a non-metallic puncture resisting insole, so there is no steel in its structure. The MT2560's triple rib steel shank will trigger a detector.
What is the difference between the MT2560 and the MTC300?
Both are Maximus 2.0 boots. The MT2560 is the standard 8" waterproof logger. The MTC300 adds a winged D3O® internal metguard for metatarsal protection, a non-metallic puncture resisting insole, a non-metallic shank, and CSA approval for Canadian jobsites.
What does the "ICE" toe and heel on the outsole mean?
ICE refers to high-abrasion rubber sections built into the toe and heel of the outsole — the two areas that wear through first on a logger. It extends the life of the sole rather than adding traction.
What is 3/4 welt and cement construction?
The welt is stitched through roughly the front three-quarters of the boot, with the heel section cemented. You get welt strength and flexibility through the forefoot where the boot actually flexes, with a simpler, lighter build at the heel.
What sizes and widths does Matterhorn make the MT2560 in?
Matterhorn lists the MT2560 in D and 2E widths, in sizes 8 through 12 plus 13 and 14.
