The Parlanti Passion Ocala Riding Boots are made from buffalo leather for extra strength and durability. The boots have three expansion panels – one at the side like the Miami, one at the front of the boot and a narrow expansion strip within the lace-up area of the boot – to ensure they fit like a glove. There is an extra strong double stitched seam along the zipper to help prevent breakage. The toe cap is asymmetric in design to ensure the boot doesn’t constantly bend in the same place – thus adding years to the life of the boot. A leather tab at the heel not only helps the rider when putting the boots on, but also adds another layer of leather between the rider’s heel and the zipper.