Warm climate boots

Thin materials and limited use of foams in specific areas (e.g. heel fixation) are said to ensure minimal heat build-up. At the core of this new line of desert boots is the Unlined Gore-Tex Extended Comfort laminate.

This construction has been engineered in a bid to ensure breathability and quick re-dry without compromising on durable waterproof performance. Gore-Tex says they are the world’s first functional military membrane boots without a separate loose lining. Abrasion resistant nylon mesh panels and a microporous membrane with a protective monofilament knit on the inside are combined in one laminate.

The unlined boot construction is said to lead to a low water pick-up. In addition, these boots use only non-wicking, highly water repellent components (textiles, leathers, laces). Quick-drying, low water pick-up footbeds do not store liquids inside the boot and the minimal weight gain positively impacts wearer comfort.
According to laboratory tests conducted by SATRA these new boots retain 90% less water than other desert boots. This results in faster drying times in and after use.

A pair of the boots (based on size 42) weighs less than 1,200g. This is at least 20% lighter than the lightest Gore-Tex Desert Boots available so far. The lightweight construction of the boots allows for the most minimalist design ever seen in a waterproof boot. This can contribute to the high performance of the wearer and enhance overall wearer comfort.