Scientific studies have proven that lighter weight and more flexible boots are safer, not just more comfortable. What firefighters put on their feet makes a difference. Lighter and more flexible boots can enhance firefighter performance, both on the scene and over the duration of a career, and put less physiological stress on the firefighter.
Globe has infused flexible thinking in boot design to their line of athletic gear for firefighters. They’ve introduced SUPRAFLEX™, a state-of-the-science boot with continuous segmented flex panels that performs like a boot but feels like a sneaker.
Globe invited a group of firefighters to test SUPRAFLEXTM boots in an obstacle course and the results were game-changing. The full video, including the firefighters’ reaction and feedback, is available here.
FEATURES
CONTINUOUS SEGMENTED FLEX PANELS Throughout the front of the shaft and top of the foot to provide unprecedented flexibility to make these boots feel like your favorite pair of athletic shoes.
RECESSED SIDE PULL-ON HANDLES Integral pull-on handles are inset on the sides and hidden when not needed.
DRAGONHIDE® FABRIC Fabric panels made from DRAGONHIDE®, a highly abrasion, flame, and water-resistant fabric so tough that it is used to reinforce turnout gear.
GORE® CROSSTECH® FOOTWEAR FABRIC A full-height bootie liner made from a package of Omaha lining fabric, 300g insulation, and GORE® CROSSTECH® moisture barrier provides protection unmatched by any other waterproof, breathable barrier.
ATHLETIC FOOTWEAR CONSTRUCTION Two-part cross-linking adhesive bonds outsoles to the upper. Without stiff welts and ribbed mid-soles, this attachment process is far more flexible.
ADVANCED COMPOSITES Composite puncture protection, safety toe cap, and shank are stronger than steel and don’t transmit heat or cold.
VIBRAM® OUTSOLE & SLIP-RESISTANTTREAD Molded outsole wraps onto leather upper for athletic shoe performance. Flame, abrasion, oil, acid and slip-resistant compound engineered for high traction and durability. Optional VIBRAM® ARCTIC GRIP PRO outsoles are available for even better slip resistance on wet ice.
About Globe
Globe. Athletic gear for firefighters. Fighting fires is demanding, physical work requiring maximum athletic performance. To perform like an athlete, your equipment has to enhance your performance, move the way your body does without restriction, and protect you. It’s more than turnout gear. It’s athletic gear for firefighters.
