5.11 Tactical
Product Innovation

Like other industry leaders, 5.11 Tactical knows the importance of listening to its customers. When an officer complained that safety toe boots pinched his feet and were too bulky and uncomfortable for tactical operations, the company took notice. The customer wanted some impact protection for his toes without resorting to a full safety toe boot. Sensing a void in the market, 5.11 developed a new concept in law enforcement footwear: the patent-pending, high-strength composite Kick-Toe.

The Kick-Toe is made of a high-strength composite that protects toes against accidental impacts. The C-shaped composite rises from the footbed to about the same height as the toes but does not cover them. Thus, end users get the benefit of a hard-toe boot without the uncomfortable pinch and clumsy weight of safety toe boots.

The Kick-Toe is now available in the company’s new XPRT boots, designed to deliver extreme performance for rapid tactics. XPRT Boots feature the new Talon Stabilizer from 5.11 Tactical, a first in footwear. The Talon wraps around the ankle and locks the foot securely in its grasp, giving the footwear an extraordinary level of support while keeping the boot lightweight and comfortable. Three models are available: One has a suede and nylon upper; the other two feature a full-grain leather and 1200D nylon upper.

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