German boot manufacturer has unveiled a Sage Green version of the popular Zephyr mid after requests from the USAF PJ community. Starting Spring, it will be available exclusively from AFMO with a full 8″ following later in the year along with more wide spread availability.
The new Oakley Megawatt low top will be available in Black starting in April and come June in MultiCam.
See the Oakley line at booth #25307 at SHOT Show.
Bates Footwear is launching an entire new line of men’s lightweight boots called Zero Mass. They’ve leveraged all of Wolverine Worldwide to bring a set of technologies together to produce something entirely new. Another thing we like is that they are offering the line in a wide enough range of colors right out of the gate that everyone can use them.
Specifically created in reaction to dealer feedback and end user needs, the collection will consist of an 8†Black Side Zip Boot (Model #E05161); a 6†Black Side Zip Boot (Model #E05162); an 8†Desert Tan Boot (Model #E05118); and an 8†Sage Green Boot (Model #E05128). All four boots will feature genuine leather or Wolverine Warrior Leather® uppers, highly breathable nylon, and a low profile design that delivers lasting comfort and enhanced natural movement.
Inside and out, each aspect of the Zero Mass tactical/training footwear line has been meticulously designed to maximize comfort and minimize weight. “There is nothing in these boots that we didn’t rethink,†says Roger Huard, Vice President of Product Development at Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. “Even the lacing system was revamped in an effort to maximize weight relief.â€
Crucial to reducing the boots’ weight was the reduction of outsole rubber and the introduction of a compression-molded EVA. Also impressive is the lightweight performance-oriented polyurethane insert, which delivers cushioning and shock absorption with no deterioration of each, no matter how long, or how hard, the boots are worn.
The lightweight training boots were also designed with a new “low-rider lastâ€, which delivers the tactile interaction with the terrain Bates users were seeking. Increasing breathability was also a key focus. As such, nylon was incorporated in the critical areas of each boot, allowing for enhanced airflow and, therefore, enhanced comfort. The breathable, Aegisâ„¢ Antimicrobial-treated insoles also boast anti-odor, moisture-wicking properties, helping to keep feet dry.
While all four boots have durable leather uppers, the Desert Sand and Sage Green boots are made of Wolverine Warrior Leather. “Wolverine Warrior Leather is one of our most exciting innovations,†says Brent Babbs, National Sales Manager at Bates Footwear. “It’s breathable, easy to clean, and quick drying—three hugely important features to those in uniform.†Adds Huard, “Since the protector is incorporated into our actual tanning process, the boots are protected from virtually all sorts of dirt, chemicals, oil, and water-based stains.â€
Fully tested and having yielded impressive results, one can see why the Zero Mass Collection will be one of the most sought-after tactical/training boots around. Says Huard, “We were challenged to create a hard-wearing, tactical boot that could withstand rigorous use and still deliver maximum comfort, and that’s exactly what the development teams at Bates and Wolverine Worldwide delivered.â€
“We know these boots are better, because that’s how we designed them,†says Babbs. “Not only are they one of the lightest boots available, they’re among the most advanced. Given who they’re made for, they couldn’t be anything less.â€
The men’s only Zero Mass Collection will be available in retail locations in spring 2012. Be sure to check out Zero Mass at SHOT Show 2012 in booth #12262.
Working in conjunction with Inov-8, Extreme Outfitters recently introduced the Roclite 295 Multi Purpose Trainer. Available in both Black and Sand, the Roclite 295 is an excellent minimal structured on/off road trainer suited for nearly all terrain and hard road surfaces. Weighing in at 295 grams, this shoe is awesome for gym use providing an excellent stable platform utilizing its sticky rubber outsole which provides amazing grip in wet conditions and dries out very quickly!
The Roclite 295 features:
– Synthetic leather and breathable mesh upper.
– Webbing upper support – lacing is attached to nylon webbing to cradle and secure the upper behind the metatarsal heads.
– Advanced Meta-Flexâ„¢ technology is anatomically aligned in front of the metatarsal heads for a natural forefoot flex.
– New 5-finger meta-shank aligns with each individual metatarsal for greater flexibility when contouring while retaining underfoot impact protection.
– Advanced Meta-Flexâ„¢ technology is anatomically aligned in front of the metatarsal heads for a natural forefoot flex.
– Met-cradleâ„¢: The upper webbing support is anatomically positioned to cradle the forefoot behind the metatarsal heads and provide a secure foot hold.
– The Fascia Band increases the structural stability of the arch area and the propulsive efficiency of the shoe
– Sticky rubber outsole compound has been specially developed using climbing rubber technology. This rubber optimizes grip in wet conditions.
We’d like to thank Extreme Outfitters for offering SSD readers a special 25% off this product for a limited time. To receive this discount simply use discount code 295 at checkout. This is a limited time offer as there are only 1,100 of each color in stock and they are moving out fast.
New Balance is offering the OTB Boots Bootistan in Tan for, get this…$59.99. That is $120.00 off normal retail.
The waterproof Bootistan mountain boot is lined with Sympatex and features a dual density Ortholite footbed covered with Dri-lex. Get yours before they are gone.
Currently, the US Marine Corps issues the Rugged All Terrain (RAT) Combat Boot in both Hot and Temperate Weather variants produced by several manufacturers including Wellco. AFMO currently has a smoking deal on the Hot Weather version of these boots which have become very popular due to their “shark skin” capped toe and heel. They feature a lace to toe upper with nylon sides to help combat the heat paired with a Vibram sole.
Get yours from www.afmo.com.
Anticipating a wholesale switch to brown boots for the UK military in order to blend in better with their new MultiCam-based pattern Multi Terrain Pattern (MTP), specialist cobbler Altberg boots has introduced several of their models in brown. For example, here is the Bergen, one of their rough terrain models.
