VIKING OUTDOOR FOOTWEAR Hero GTX

VIKING OUTDOOR FOOTWEAR

Hero GTX

DESIGN: Footsoldiers

CATEGORY: KIDS

MOTIVATION FROM THE JURY

All of us want our kids to be safe, the jury agrees. With the kids shoe Hero GTX the Norwegian label Viking makes a big step regarding this point. Highly reflective from all sides – without the awkward look of reflectors – it will make the wearer visible in low light conditions. Other benefits of the well-made shoe are its grippy outer sole, the velcro straps that allow it to be put on and off easily plus the Gore-Tex lining that will keep the feet warm and dry.

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES

Vikings Hero GTX is a boot for the youngest with a 360 degree reflectivity to always ensure visibility. They are very warm, waterproof and has a great grip to minimize the slipping or tumble.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE

This is a winter footwear for the kids and it’s both practical and good looking. The kids can use it everyday - both in school, the city or on new exciting adventures. The reflective areas make sure that they always will be visible when out in the dark.

SPECIFIC FEATURES

This highly reflective winter boot from Viking Footwear ensures the safety and comfort of your child. Making sure your child’s feet will stay warm and dry. Hero GTX combines a sleek design with waterproofness, high visibility and top of the class warmth, catering for the cold and dark winters Scandinavia has to offer. And off course it’s equipped with a rubber sole with great grip and durability for winter fun.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION

Viking is a Green Dot member and thereby financially supports the collecting, sorting and recovering of packaging waste. They also signs the Code of Conduct with all of their key partners, containing their conditions for cooperation as well as their general working philosophy.

AVAILABLE IN STORES

August 2019

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE

€ 119,95

CONTACT

m.monsore@vikingfootwear.com

REIMA Laplander Reimatec Shoes

REIMA

Laplander Reimatec Shoes

DESIGN: Reima

CATEGORY: KIDS

 

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES

Laplander Reimatec Shoe is a very warm winter boot with an excellent grip even on wet ice thanks to the Vibram Artic Grip technology. The technology gives you a rubber sole with outstanding grip on wet ice and other surfaces.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE

The winter boot is optimized for winter outdoor activities, in both snowy and icy conditions. Thanks to the tall shaft you will keep warm, dry and it closes out the snow.

SPECIFIC FEATURES

Laplander is made in a waterproof material with seam-sealed insert and fleece lining. The upper is made of a synthetic material and the whole boot has a 200g wadding insulation. The lacing is adjustable and elastic which makes it very easy to put on and take off. It also has reflective details.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION

The Laplander boot doesn’t contain any components of animal origin and the waterproof seam-sealed insert is based on PU, not on PFC. When you recycle the boot it doesn't cause any problems in the waste incineration.

AVAILABLE IN STORES

September 2019

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE

€ 89,95

CONTACT

Anni Kauppinen
anni.kauppinen@reima.com

ISBJÖRN OF SWEDEN Expedition Hard Shell

ISBJÖRN OF SWEDEN

Expedition Hard Shell

DESIGN: Maria Frykman Forsberg & Camilla Schmidt

CATEGORY: KIDS

 

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES

No compromises made. The Expedition Hard Shell keeps the youngsters in sync with the elements, independent of activity and weather conditions.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE

Expedition Hard Shell is a 3-layer hard shell equipment worthy of a true young adventurer. Perfect for activities usch as skiing, sailing and trekking. The outer layer in 100% Nylon Taslan makes sure to keep you dry and wind protected.

SPECIFIC FEATURES

The collection includes a jacket and pant which are perfectly designed for actives in the outdoors. It’s comfortable and gives you freedom of movement. Both the jacket and pant have tone-in-tone reflexes to ensure your visibility. They are also both equipped with RECCO® reflectors.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION

The material Nylon Taslan makes sure that the jacket and pant have a very high durability and therefore a long lifecycle. Isbjörn reduces the use of the natural resources by offering very long lasting garments and that makes you buy less. They are also bluesign® certified and has a fluorocarbon free finish. Treated with a Bionic Finish ECO DWR.

AVAILABLE IN STORES

Fall 2019

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE

€ 370 Jacket, € 340 Pant

CONTACT

Maria Frykman Forsberg
maria@isbjornofsweden.com