Spring / Summer 2015
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Calibrated Midsoles<br />
The midsole is a crucial determining factor in the differentiation in performance of footwear designed for<br />
use on ruged terrain. The three key areas are:<br />
Underfoot Protection<br />
This is an essential element of high quality hiking<br />
footwear to prevent stones causing bruising and<br />
unnecessary fatigue to the foot.<br />
Torsional Rigidity<br />
Our calibrated midsole supports the foot during<br />
its adaptive phases, ensuring our footwear flexes<br />
the right amount for stability whilst crossing<br />
slopes or tricky terrain.<br />
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Forefoot Flex<br />
Aswell as ensuring stability and security on uneven<br />
ground and whilst crossing slopes our calibrated<br />
midsole will also enhance efficiency and reduce<br />
fatigue by allowing the right level of forefoot flex.<br />
Each of these features needs to be calibrated to the<br />
size of the foot so the smallest sizes in the same<br />
way as the largest size.<br />
Understanding the<br />
functional demands<br />
We currently offer three levels of calibrated flex:<br />
LEVEL 1 FLEX<br />
Multi-activity, Trail and Approach Footwear<br />
LEVEL 2 FLEX<br />
Light Hiking Boots<br />
LEVEL 3 FLEX<br />
Trekking Boots<br />
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