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30 • Footwear Insight ~ July/August 2024 footwearinsight.com COMFORT KICK WORK WOrThy 30 • Footwear Insight ~ July/August 2024 footwearinsight.com DC WORK CREW/PURE WORK Built to perform, Pure Work has a slip-resistant outsole with rubber abrasion and DC's Pill Pattern tread, meeting the ASTM F3445 standard. A CushGuard internal met guard hugs the foot and protects metatarsal bones. And it has a waterpoof liner and waterproof-treated leather upper. MSRP $154. WOLVERINE/RANCHER ARROW Featuring a sha design inspired by the power of an arrow, the Rancher is a protective option with waterproof full-grain leather, a breathable membrane that wicks moisture, and a rubber lug outsole for traction. It also has a steel toe and iron shank. A full-cushion EVA midsole provides stability and cushioning. MSRP $134.95. THOROGOOD/GENESIS e waterproof Genesis series is born in the USA with full-grain American leather. e $280 model has a nano composite safety toe and composite shank, along with 3M insulate insulation. A polyurethane midsole fused with a nitrile rubber outsole provides traction and durability. Comes in 6" and 8" versions. MSRP $250-$280. BAFFIN/ICE HERO For use in technical situations and emergency services, Ice Hero offers durability and protection and can withstand diverse climates with either a plain toe or steel safety toe and plate. e inner boot system offers thermal regulation, breathability and comfort. IceBite Grip offers slip resistance on ice. MSRP $270, $290 (with Steel Toe Plate).