New and innovative EXTRAGUARD upper technology is light-weight and remains lightweight – even in extremely wet conditions.
Days of deployment in the rain, cold, mud and snow with hardly any time to recover: Infantry and special units brave the toughest conditions on deployment. Only the best equipment meets the requirements: EXTRAGUARD upper technology enables a completely new generation of GORE-TEX combat boots and combines the advantages of a robust, durable upper material with those of lightweight, flexible, and breathable textiles for the first time. The boots are not only permanently waterproof, breathable, and flame-retardant, but also permanently lightweight – even after a long time in wet, muddy terrain – and dry again quickly afterwards. We look forward to meeting you and sharing more information with you at our booth 7A #537 at Enforce Tac in Nuremberg, Germany, February 24-26, 2025.
EXTRAGUARD This keeps feet dry and warm at all times in wet or cold conditions. Thanks to this unique construction, the EXTRAGUARD upper is 40 percent lighter than equally strong and dry leather when dry. Because it absorbs less moisture from the outside, it remains lightweight even when wet and dries significantly faster. GORE-TEX EXTRAGUARD combat boots retain their functional properties even after long-term use and constant wear in wet environments.
Comfortable fit, easy cleaning, robust protection
GORE-TEX combat boots with EXTRAGUARD upper technology are comfortable from the start, do not need to be worn in and retain their shape even after long-term use and constant wear in wet environments. Their robustness offers reliable protection against sharp objects, common chemicals, moisture and cold. Hosing with water is all that is needed for care and cleaning; specific care products are not necessary.
High performance and reduced environmental impact
EXTRAGUARD upper technology also sets new standards in terms of sustainability: according to the Higg MSI (Higg Materials Sustainability Index, higg.com), the upper is manufactured with less water, CO2 emissions, chemicals and chrome-free. It is also produced by roll, so there is less material waste in the production of GORE-TEX EXTRAGUARD combat boots. In sum, all factors significantly minimize labor, material use and overall environmental impact.
W. L. Gore & Associates is a global materials science company dedicated to improving industries and lives. Since 1958, Gore has been solving complex technical challenges in demanding environments – from outer space to the world’s highest peaks to the inside of the human body. With approximately 13,000 employees and a strong, team-oriented culture, Gore generates annual sales of 4.8 billion US dollars.
Norbert Selle
GORE-TEX Fabrics
Relations EMEA
www.gore.com