Protective Boots feature metatarsal guard.
Press Release Summary:
Thorogood I-MET(TM) Hiker features internal metatarsal guard integrated with steel toe cap. Permanently locked in place to prevent rolling or floating upon impact, MetGuard flexes with foot to maintain all-day comfort. Memory foam padding between MetGuard and foot provides cushioning and helps absorb impacts to foot and instep. Outsole is rubber with 90° heel, while midsole is lightweight compression molded polyurethane.
Original Press Release:
Thorogood's Invisible I-MET(TM) Technology Improves Safety
Merrill, Wisc. (June 6, 2005) - Work footwear has long provided protection for the foot with the traditional steel toe cap. Metatarsal protection has finally come of age with the Thorogood I-MET(TM). A breakthrough in metatarsal protection, I-MET features the only internal metatarsal guard that's completely integrated with the steel toe cap.
The I-MET MetGuard is permanently locked in place to prevent rolling or floating upon impact. No more awkward attachments, tape, or rivets - I-MET provides invisible protection that makes job sites safer. It's internal to the shoe so it's more stable. The internal location also eliminates the potential trip hazards that are common with some external designs. In addition, wearers find the I-MET internal design to be more attractive "workplace fashion" that can be worn both on and off the job. The I-MET simply looks better while it's always in place, always ready.
Protective footwear is only good if it's being worn. The I-MET is far superior in this category to uncomfortable and clumsy predecessors. The MetGuard flexes with the foot to maintain all-day comfort while it protects. Cushioning is increased by memory foam padding between the MetGuard and the foot that also helps absorb impacts to the foot and instep.
The Thorogood I-MET Hiker has included a variety of superior general comfort and safety features in the design of the I-MET that extend beyond the revolutionary MetGuard construction. The outsole is made of durable rubber with a 90-degree heel. The midsole is made of lightweight compression molded polyurethane. The removable full-length "Shock Zone" insole provides comfort and protection with dual-density polyurethane and air flow vents.
I-MET Hikers are available in both dark brown and black. Both feature tumbled full-grain leather and black suede leather inserts and a Napa leather collar.
Thorogood, a division of Weinbrenner Shoe Company, Merrill, WI., leads the industry in fire, rescue, uniform and safety footwear. For more information or to find the Thorogood dealer nearest you, call 1-800-826-0002 or visit www.weinbrennerusa.com.
