Salomon Boots XA FORCES 8 GTX EN

The Salomon XA Forces 8 GTX EN boots from the French brand Salomon are lightweight high-top boots, designed for those who need high-performance boots for day-to-day use. They have a GORE-TEX membrane so they assure us that they will keep your foot dry on rainy days. 

The sole All Terrain Contagrip® It is a sole that is manufactured to be used on a wide variety of surfaces: hard, soft, dry and wet.

The chassis 3D Advanced Chassis™ is a low-profile chassis located between the outsole and midsole, this optimizes motion control and energy management and provides protection for precise, stable and responsive driving.

The Goretex membrane is one Extremely fine layer of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) that has more than 1,400 million pores per square centimeter, guaranteeing you to keep your feet dry.

The midsole is made with two-density godas to provide exceptional cushioning, stability, and motion control. Counting on the rubber EVA EnergyCell It is a type of high-performance rubber that reduces shock transmission.

In the area of the upper leg, it has a grid that prevents the entry of stones and other types of elements into the interior of the boot. The gusseted tongue also helps keep it centered.

It is made of non-reflective materials, specially designed for tactical activities.

it is made in Nubuck leather, a type of cow leather, similar to suede, but with substantial differences. The manufacturing process is different, the polishing and tanning is done on the outer face of the skin. This gives you greater durability.

It is compatible with the system Quicklace™ Salomon (not included).

The straps that we see from the laces to the lower part of leather is the  technology SensiFit™ Salomon, this wraps the foot from the top to the bottom and on both sides.

It has templates OrthoLite®, these provide us with better cushioning, breathability and durability. Increasing the comfort and performance of the boot.

A leather, synthetic, or rubber wrap around the ball of the foot that protects the lateral and medial sides of the foot. 

The ISO 20344:2011 standard certifies it, ensuring that they have a layer of puncture-resistant material that prevents sharp objects from penetrating the sole of the shoe.

They also comply with ISO 2419:2012, related to the thickness and quality of the leather, which ensures that it has a thickness of 2mm for greater durability.

The approximate weight of the boot is 675g for a size 42 2/3.