The Complete R.M.Williams Insole & Comfort Guide

We get this question a lot in store: "why do my R.M.Williams feel flatter than they used to?" Nine times out of ten it's not the boot, it's the insole underneath it doing less work than it used to. The fix is usually simple, but it helps to understand what you're actually dealing with first.

What are the insoles for R.M.Williams boots?

The genuine R.M.Williams insole is called the Dynamic Flex Comfort Innersole. Key facts:

• It's a multi-layered insert with a textured rubber base and poron strike pads, built to cushion the heel and ball of the foot.
• It's shaped specifically for R.M.Williams lasts, not a generic insert.
• The toe can be trimmed to fit cleanly if a boot needs a slightly different profile.
• It's available in three sizes: Medium, Large and Extra Large (see table below).

Think of it as the part of the boot doing the real work underfoot. The leather upper gives you the look and the durability, but the insole decides whether your feet feel fresh at 5pm or worn out by lunchtime. Once that cushioning compresses or hardens with age, the whole boot starts to feel different, even though nothing else about it has changed. If you're shopping for a new pair as well, our full range of R.M.Williams boots is a good place to start.

Do R.M.Williams boots have removable insoles?

Genuine R.M.Williams replacement insoles are called Dynamic Flex Comfort Innersoles. They're made for Dynamic Flex and Comfort models that have a removable insole, while classic leather-soled Craftsman boots use traditional construction and are not designed for a removable footbed. Quick breakdown:

• Dynamic Flex sole or Comfort technology sole: removable innersole by design, so you can swap in a fresh Dynamic Flex Comfort Innersole or fit your own orthotics.
• Classic leather-soled Craftsman: traditional leather sole construction, not designed for a removable footbed.
• Not sure which you have? The model name on the box or receipt is the most reliable way to check. As a general guide, leather and rubber panels visible on the sole usually point to a Dynamic Flex or Comfort model, while a full leather sole points to a classic Craftsman, but if in doubt, our team can confirm in one of our stores or over the phone.

This trips a lot of people up because the boots can look almost identical from the outside. The Dynamic Flex Craftsman, for example, uses a combination of leather and rubber on the sole specifically to leave room for a removable, lightweight footbed, while the classic Craftsman keeps the full leather sole construction, which is part of why it has that traditional, slightly firmer feel. For day to day upkeep on either style, our everyday boot care guide covers cleaning and conditioning by leather type.

Are R.M.Williams still made in Australia?

Yes. Key facts:

• Boots are handcrafted at the company's workshop in Salisbury, Adelaide, the brand's manufacturing base since 1972.
• A second workshop recently opened on the same site, a 90 per cent increase in production capacity since the company changed ownership five years ago.
• The expansion was built specifically to keep more manufacturing onshore as demand grows, not to shift it overseas.

How do I choose the right R.M.Williams insole?

Start with what's actually going wrong underfoot, then check whether your boots can take a replacement at all. A few common scenarios:

• Your insole has gone hard or flat in the heel. A straight swap to a new Dynamic Flex Comfort Innersole in the matching size will usually bring back that cushioned, supportive feel, with nothing else needed.
• You want extra arch support or wear custom orthotics. Check your boots have a removable insole first. Dynamic Flex and Comfort models will take one. Classic leather-soled Craftsman boots are built with traditional construction and are not designed for a removable footbed.
• You're between sizes. Pop into one of our stores for a proper fitting rather than guessing. Our team has over 90 years of in-store fitting expertise and can talk you through it on the spot. Insole sizing follows the same bands as the boots themselves, so your boot size is the right starting point. Our men's boot size guide and women's boot size guide are worth checking first.

Shop R.M.Williams Dynamic Flex Comfort Innersoles

We stock the genuine Dynamic Flex Comfort Innersole in Medium (sizes 5–7) and Extra Large (sizes 11–13), made in Australia. Looking after the rest of the boot too? Our R.M.Williams leather care range covers cleaning and conditioning.

Dynamic Flex Comfort Innersole — Medium 5–7 $39.00 AUD Shop now

Dynamic Flex Comfort Innersole — XL 11–13 $39.00 AUD Shop now

Not sure which size or model fits your boots? Drop into one of our stores for hands-on, in-store expertise, or give us a call, and we'll sort it out with you.