Salomon and mountain sports are almost synonymous having been founded in 1947 in the French Alps. With a name like Toundra, you know that a boot is going to be all about cold weather and that describes this boot to a “T”.
Maintaining warmth down to -40°C/°F, the Toundra was developed with a focus on lightweight. At just 660 grams per pair (23.3oz for size 8.5UK/9US), Toundra is by far the lightest boot in the extreme cold weather segment. Ounces on the feet equate to pounds on the back and the less a Soldier exerts himself in the cold, the better.
The secret to such lightweight performance is the insulation. Salomon teamed with Aspen AeroGels, a leader in the nanotechnologies industry. Incorporating SpaceLoft, a textile developed initially for NASA space suits from the lightest material ever created, they saved weight and volume on the Toundra Mid WP. But insulation alone didn’t optimize the boot. It was design. SpaceLoft is strategically placed only where insulation is needed, for a less bulky, better-adapted boot that provides comfortable support for long periods of wear. For example, the toe area has insulation which helps prevent body temperature from escaping the boot.
The sole is the Winter Contagrip, a specific combination of rubber, lug geometry and density designed for ice and snow. Whether you have to spend a night in a cold, wet environment or stand up for hours, this boot is an ideal partner: drive-ready, run-ready and super-comfy with flexibility and EVA cushioning.
Toundra is Salomon’s warmest winter boot for extreme environments. It keeps feet warm to -40C/-40F, and is lightweight, durable and flexible, featuring NASA approved Spaceloft insulation technology, and a Winter Contagrip sole designed for snow and ice. Additionally, it is lined with synthetic fleece for comfort and waterproof thanks to a Climashield membrane.
Salomon Forces footwear are available through your favorite military outfitters such as Tactical Distributors and US Elite Gear. The Toundra may have to be special ordered.
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SSD, Would you happen to know how these and the Merrell polarland 8 boots compare? Can’t decide between them. I have some Merrell sawtooths and they have done alright by me.
I’ve got the Nytros by Salomon. Very warm, but tighter fitting than my Quest 4Ds. I think they added the insulation without increasing interior volume. Can’t wiggle my toes as well. Also inhibits use of a VB sock. I wonder if the Toundra’s are the same way?
I have a pair of these and they are warm. I work in the central region of Canada and that means cold winters. -30 no problem. Only issue arising is if I am in the truck to long my feet will sweat and then nothing keeps them warm after that.
Is that a reflective strip on the back and around the logo? If so that’s a no go for me at least.
I’ve killed a lot of reflective logos, small stripes, etc, with a black Sharpie, preferably the paint kind…..
-40c and -40f are not the same.
Yes, they are
Spend one night outside in -40 and you’ll forever remember that F and C are the same at that point.
http://www.rapidtables.com/convert/temperature/celsius-to-fahrenheit.htm
They are 😉
#bootswiththefur
Don’t get them wet inside. Without a removable liner they will take forever to dry out. This will make them of limited utility for those who can’t return to a warm environment.
Think cold dry. When you talk -40 that’s where you are. Sweat? Sure.
Try river overflow for one. Any time you have to cross a water way there is a good chance of getting wet, even at -40. Also, yes, sweat is another common way. If they are warm enough to keep your feet comfortable at -40 when stationary, you can sweat under heavy exertion.
You just said river overflow at -40.
Yes, standing water would be hazard. That’s what’s so great about the mickey mouse boots. Empty them out, change your socks, put the boots back on and your in business.
Barring those, VB socks greatly aid in warmth while protecting the boot liner from becoming soaked with perspiration. All you have to do is change your liner sock which will dry much faster than your wool sock. It’s a great system, but with my Nytros, there’s not much room for a thick wool sock. I’d have to go with a summer weight to make it work.
Mickey Mouse boots are no longer manufactured. In fact, the Army has had to resort to purchasing them from eBay.
They’re looking for something. Sorry to see SSD didn’t cover the Arctic Equipment Symposium. Can’t be everywhere I guess.
http://fm.kuac.org/post/fort-wainwright-symposium-showcases-arctic-gear-army-considering-buying
I wasn’t invited to that. They’ve been talking about a replacement boot for the VB for at least 20 years.
Fuck, now theyre competing against me if I ever have to buy a pair again?
There is no standing water and -40°. I recommend vapor barrier liners for your boots at such extreme temperatures.
Hopefully they’ll have an ocp friendly color by next winter.