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Reebok – Limited Edition Dauntless Ultra Light In Kryptek Typhon

Monday, December 22nd, 2014

Reebok, in partnership with Warson Brands, has released a Limited Edition Kryptek Typhon variant of their new Dauntless Ultra Light boot, which will be displayed at their SHOT #10179. The boot is being sold at www.reebokwork.com/291/Reebok-Dauntless-Kryptek-RB8722. The full release can be read below:

Reebok athletic technology takes tactical footwear to the next level
See the new Reebok Dauntless Ultra-Light Series at booth #10179

St. Louis, MO (November, 2014) – Warson Brands, manufacturers of quality military and tactical footwear and exclusive licensee for Reebok military and tactical boots, recently announced a new line of Reebok branded tactical footwear, the Dauntless Ultra-Light Series.

“These boots are a perfect fusion of Reebok athletic technology and Warson’s tactical/military experience,” says Jimmy Maritz, Warson Product Innovations. “Seamless technology gives you upper support, flexibility, and a glove-like fit. And an injected EVA midsole adds stability and comfort while removing weight. That’s the athletic technology. All this is built on top of our long wearing Dauntless All-Terrain rubber outsole with 360-degree traction on any surface. These are high performance boots designed for the extreme demands of law enforcement and military use.”

The Dauntless Ultra-Light Series is available in an 8-inch tactical boot, 5-inch athletic hiker — both with side zips — and in an athletic oxford. All black. They offer NATO laces, moisture wicking nylon mesh liner, removable injected EVA cushion insert, dual density rubber bottom, and lightweight injected EVA cushion midsole. They are 100% non-metallic. The athletic oxford has a TPU bruise plate which provides additional stability and protection on rocky terrain. Also available in coyote and limited edition Kryptek-Typhon camouflage.

Reebok military and tactical footwear is available now through select duty uniform retailers throughout the United States. For more information, visit ReebokWork.com.

Bill Mills, President, Jim Maritz, CEO, and Warson Brands sales and production teams will be available at their booth to answer any questions.

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Supra x Rothco Project

Wednesday, December 17th, 2014

Shoe manufacturer Supra has teamed up with Rothco to produce special variants of the Stacks Vulc II and Vaider shoes, as well as a “medium transport bag” backpack.

Stacks Vulc II

The Stacks Vulc II features a suede and ballistic fabric upper, both black, with gunmetal hardware and olive accents. The laces consist of black nylon rope with olive speckle. The interior is made of padded mesh with a shemagh tactical scarf pattern. The Stack Vulc II also features white foxing with Rothco heel scabs.

Vaider

The Vaider features an olive drab ballistic fabric upper, with an embroidered black Velcro heel collar, olive drab hardware, and a traditional Vaider metal tongue slider. The interior is made of padded mesh with a shemagh tactical scarf pattern. The Vaider also features white foxing with Rothco heel scabs.

Supra x Rothco Backpack

The Supra x Rothco Medium Transport Backpack is made from black cotton canvas. It features multiple zippered storage compartments with a water repellent lining. The shoulder straps are padded, and the back consists of padded mesh for comfort and breathability. The backpack also comes with custom Supra and Rothco nametapes.

www.rothco.com/market/supra-rothco-limited-edition-collaboration

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Sneak Peak – Salomon Forces Speedcross 3 In Black

Friday, December 5th, 2014

Here’s a sneak peak of the Speedcross 3 Forces shoe, part of the upcoming Salomon Forces line. The main changes to the Speedcross 3 for the Forces line includes the removal of all the reflective pieces of the shoe and the black/black/autobahn colorway which is more inclined for a tactical environment when compared to the standard variant.

Stay tuned for more info on this and other footwear in the Salomon Forces line.

www.salomon.com/us

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Announcing the Salomon Forces Range

Monday, November 24th, 2014

We’ve been chomping at the bit to tell you about the upcoming Salomon Forces Range. Coming Spring 2015, this new line is focused specifically on the the same folks that read SSD. Military and LE professionals have been wearing Salomons for years thanks in part, to the hard work of the team at Über Group. Now, Salomon is concentrating its efforts to provide the colors and styles you need. We’ve even given you a sneak peek of prototypes of the kinds of footwear you’ll be seeing with this launch.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SALOMON FORCES RANGE
ANNECY, FRANCE

Salomon was born in the French Alps in 1947, with a passion for mountain sport progression and product development. And while it has grown into a global leader in mountain and outdoor sports markets, its dedication to quality, innovation and craftsmanship reflect the progressive mountain heritage that remains at its heart. With countless patented innovations and iconic products from skiing to hiking to trail running, the Salomon brand has become synonymous with mountain sports progression.

For 20 years, Salomon innovations have revolutionized the footwear market. Building upon its mountain heritage, Salomon has developed these innovations through experience in hiking, adventure racing, and trail running. As more and more militaries are already wearing the Salomon shoes, the brand decided to bring their iconic fit and performance to products dedicated to the specific needs of military, safety, and law enforcement professionals.

Soldiers and professionals need dedicated equipment to operate in hostile environments, beginning with footwear. In addition to year-round comfort, outstanding traction in changing terrain, footwear for military and law enforcement must be stable, durable enough for intense conditions, and provide complete weather protection. Salomon’s line of Forces Footwear for 2015 includes specific versions of some of our highest performance models, dedicated to the needs of professionals in the field.

www.salomon.com/us

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Combat Flipflops – The ‘AR’ Pre-Order

Wednesday, November 12th, 2014

Combat Flipflops currently has the ‘AR’ Flop available for pre-order on their website.

www.combatflipflops.com/The-Flip-Flops?product_id=95

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Putting the “Combat” Back in Combat Boots

Tuesday, November 11th, 2014

In addition to the announcement that US Army is transitioning to Coyote colored boots, they’ve made another revelation.

It looks like SMA Chandler’s crusade to police up the Army’s boots is going to affect the Coyote swap. Although no details have been released, all new Coyote styles in Coyote color sold through AAFES will have to meet as-yet-published performance guidelines under the new UQCP for Uniform Quality Control Program.

The concept is that any optional wear footwear will have to be submitted for evaluation and then carry an “approval”. The intent is noble; any footwear a Soldier wears should be able to live up to its name of Combat Boots. In short, no more garrison boots.

Obviously, details are scarce. The real question is if this is going to hurt or help Berry compliant producers. On one hand they will be the only ones getting the certification. This assuredly won’t be offered to non-Berry boots. On the other, we know that offshore boots will continue to be sold and worn without the additional cost associated with the certification.

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Coyote Boots It Is! US Army to Change Boot Color Beginning in May

Monday, November 10th, 2014

At the recent DoD footwear meeting Army and DLA informed the companies that supply footwear about their intent to change the boot color from the current desert tan to Coyote which will work better with the new Operational Camouflage Pattern.

Contracts for issue boots are being modified and you should start seeing these available through Clothing Sales in May to coincide with OCP ACU availability. A wearout date for the current tan color has not been formally announced but is expected to be o/a 30 September, 2018.

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Vans Syndicate DEFCON – Sk8-Hi Notchback Pro “S” In MAS Grey

Monday, November 10th, 2014

DEFCON has just released details on their upcoming shoe collaboration with Vans and London Bridge Trading, Inc. This new limited edition variant of the Sk8-Hi Notchback Pro “S” features premium pig suede, MAS Grey ballistic textiles, and a rugged reverse waffle tread outsole.

MAS Grey has a dark grey-green hue, and was first applied to USSOCOM’s FR Dry Suit, used by US Navy SEALs. Later, LBT load bearing systems and armor carriers in this color.