In the most extreme environments known to man, one bad foot placement could well be the last. You need to know that your shoes are up to the job at hand and can be depended on to give the best possible grip in all weather conditions.
However you don’t have to be Sir Edmund Hillary to benefit from mountaineering grade footwear. One thing you can be sure of is that a range of shoes and outdoor gear that is up to the job of protecting at 30,000 feet is certainly going to keep you snug at sea level.
The North Face is a name synonymous with high quality, dependable footwear. North Face shoes will not only offer amazing traction on any surface, but will allow your feet to breath and will keep them well insulated against the elements. For long treks and arduous climbs, full foot moulding, cushioning and strong arch support are vital.
So what innovations have The North Face developed from their high altitude testing that has them up there as leaders in extreme sports shoes? No less that 15 new technologies have been developed by the North Face for their range of shoes, and 8 technologies adopted from their partners. Some of the most innovative features include:
TNF Winter Grip™ – A soft compound rubber sole with multi-directional lugs to maximise contact with the ground providing the ultimate grip in snowy and icy conditions.
The North Face® Thrust Chassis™ System is a remarkable innovation to provide the ultimate in shock absorbing and retain the impact force to give great rebound, enhancing the stride cycle and transferring the energy to give you extra spring in your step. An X-frame supports all areas of the foot and ankle to make sure that sprains are avoided.
Hydroseal™ materials provide excellent waterproofing whilst allowing moisture to escape from the inside of the shoe, keeping feet dry and comfortable in all conditions.
The North Face features the BOA® lacing system to mould the shoes onto the feet like a glove, eliminating pressure points on the foot. Made from aircraft grade steel, you can be sure that your laces will never let you down.
SNAKE PLATE™ is an innovation which combines the rigidity offered by a forefoot plate with the flexibility required to allow the feet to roll and move in a natural way. Flexibility is often a problem with hiking boots when traversing uneven terrain. Retaining maximum flexibility is vital for sure footing and comfort no matter how changeable the terrain is.
These innovations are borne from extensive experience in the field of performance footwear and respond to the diverse environmental conditions experienced in extreme environments. The North Face offer ranges for hiking, mountaineering, train running, sportswear and everyday use, and if you want the ultimate in performance footwear with state of the art technology, then The North Face is the brand of choice.