The upgraded Ice-Patrol boot! Vegetarian Shoes has taken the same high-leg, swat-team-pattern and tweaked it to make an even higher performing boot. It still has the trainer-like comfort and boot-like toughness, and speed-lacing fasteners of the old Patrol, but now has higher-spec micro-fibre lining and ‘bellows’ type tongue plus D ring lacing rather than eyelets on the fore-part. With breathable and water-resistant uppers, the very finest non-leather components have been selected to construct this footwear:
**Sizing notes** These boots run large, allowing for thicker socks, even so, please order a size down. Eg. If you usually order a size 42 then please order a size 41. Also please remember that insoles can greatly help with shoe fitting and comfort.
Deep Lug Rubber Soles The stitched-on rubber sole, made in Italy, has deep lugs for good all-terrain grip. For icy conditions there are special metal grippers that work like mini crampons, that can be folded out in only a few seconds, to enhance grip (you can use a regular door key to loosen the grippers and click them into place). Of course, we cannot guarantee grip in every situation, but we believe these soles really could be life-savers and need to be seen to be believed! Note: Remember to fold the metal studs back into the sole when going indoors!
Micro/Synthetic Uppers The boots have padded insoles, padded collars and padded tongues and are insulated through-out for winter snugness. Being made from breathable micro-fibre they are also good, year-round boots and the metal grippers can be removed completely for summer use. Water resistance can be enhanced with polish (on the Micro-fibre parts), or by regular spray-on type proofers. (As usual, special attention needs to be paid to stitching when applying proofers). Some areas use salt/grit in low temperatures. Shoe care is best applied to the uppers and metal fittings in advance of these conditions to reduce the corrosive effects of salt. It can also be a good idea to rinse off salt with fresh water soon after wear.
Other Features • Removable Ice Grippers • Speed -lacing fastenings
