Deckers Outdoor Corp of Goleta CA, the parent of such brands as Hoka running shoes, Ugg Boot, Teva Sandals, and Sanuk, is introducing Deckers X LAB Tactical. Engineered in the Deckers Innovation Lab, the range of Deckers Tactical product takes over 30 years of developing cutting-edge footwear technology, now introduced in a high end range of military footwear.
The first introductions focus on 2 key areas; both land and sea.
The G8 model is an AR 670-1 compliant boot developed and tested with key SF units over the past 2 years. The G8 was worn by this year’s winner of the Best Ranger Competition.
The M4 model is a maritime assault boot that combines multiple technologies; a stretch knit water repellant upper with a climbing shoe rand for traction when climbing multiple surfaces, as well we key drainage ports for water evacuation. The M4 is fin friendly, fitting well into a fin pocket without squeezing your foot.
Both models use Vibram’s Litebase technology, a lighter rubber manufacturing method as well as using MegaGrip compound for the ultimate traction on multiple surfaces.
The G8 and M4 will be launched January 15, 2022 just before SHOT Show.
They can be previewed at www.dxltac.com
I’ve been wear testing another model of theirs; I’m very happy with them. Quite interested in what else they release.
The boots looks a LOT like the Garmont T8 NFS. Would like to know heel to toe drop as well.
The drop is 4.0mm
The shoe is made on a Hoka running shoe last
The midsole is PU and will not break down like the EVA of the NFS
The footbed is also PU and will not breakdown
This is a work horse of a boot, you can ruc for days…..
Thanks for the reply!!! 4mm is pretty respectable in this genre. Happy to hear it.