Frag Out! Magazine
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Durably waterproof Upper material Protective knit GORE-TEX ® membrane Special inner lining without insulation Highly breathable In recent years the role of the military has changed drama- tically. Footwear worn by military personnel has to satisfy a broad range of requirements and usually under different climatic and geographical challenges. At the same time the expectations of the soldiers have also changed. They are more accustomed to wearing athletic and functional shoes with attractive designs in their leisure and sports pursuits. They have come to expect the same features and functions in their military boots. Tactical GORE-TEX ® Extended Comfort Footwear from W. L. Gore & Associates offers a technical solution for a light- weight and agile military combat boot providing high climate comfort. This highly breathable footwear has been specifi- cally designed for military missions carrying lighter loads in moderate and hot climates, without sacrificing durable water- proofness. It is suitable for a range of operations: on bar- racks or field camp duty, on patrol, marches, or during urban combat operations. At the core of these boots is the GORE-TEX ® Extended Com- fort Laminate: an exceptionally thin, robust laminate. This laminate is highly breathable. It is extremely effective at trans- porting sweat to the outside and reliably prevents the feet from overheating. These boots are ideal for elevated temper- atures or periods of physically strenuous activity. The lami- nate creates a durable barrier against water penetrating from the outside whilst offering protection against penetration of chemicals including diesel, cleaning agents and battery acid. Quite simply, the feet are reliably protected from water expo- sure and undesirable liquids. The design and construction of these combat boots have been inspired by the outdoor footwear sector. This has led to the creation of a lightweight, highly flexible boot with good ankle support. The construction facilitates fast movements providing plenty of support and stability over average terrain. The performance capabilities of Tactical GORE-TEX ® Extended Comfort Footwear were convincingly demonstrated in a recent user trial using the LOWA Z-6S GTX ® boot. Tactical GORE-TEX ® Extended Comfort Footwear Lightweight combat boots with high climate comfort for warm or hot environments The test boot: LOWA Z-6S GTX ® FOOTWEAR