From the ground up, Bates boots and shoes are constructed with the highest-performance materials and designed with the most innovative features to help you excel in every aspect of your mission. Use this tool to learn more about these components, and to find the Bates footwear models that feature any combination of them. You can search a single criteria or a combination.

OUTSOLE BATES LITES The benchmark for class A oxfords and chukkas. Our proprietary-formulation polyurethane outsoles make them incredibly light while also being certified slip resistant.. DURASHOCKS Our patented, lightweight energy-returning outsoles feature built-in compression pads in the heel and forefoot that diffuse the impact of every step reducing shock to the feet and legs. Complete with a 30 day guarantee. ULTRA-LITES Bates exclusive-design rubber outsoles feature oval lugs in a precision profile for maximum lateral stability and grip in all directions, plus forefoot cross channels for enhanced flexibility. Xtremes feature heel-to-mid-foot cross grips for added stability and step integration. VIBRAM Recognized as the most innovative and high performance outsole in the world, Vibram rubber outsoles are lightweight, long-wearing and flexible offering excellent traction and abrasion resistance.

CONSTRUCTION CEMENT Similar to athletic/running shoe construction, this method is lightweight and highly flexible. DIRECT ATTACH Proprietary Bates process that bonds the outsole system directly to the uppers making these boots remarkably flexible and durable. GOODYEAR WELT The upper and insole are chain stitched to a leather strip (the welt) which is then stitched to the outsole. STITCH OUT A more flexible type of welt construction (see Goodyear Welt above) Easy to resole. Bates stitch-out footwear with DuraShocks® outsoles are instantly flexible out of the box.

UPPERS GORE-TEX Guaranteed to keep you dry. Unequaled combination of waterproofing plus exceptionally breathability. WATER-RESISTANT Designed to shed water in light, wet conditions, such as rain or splashing, rather than during submersion. Less expensive yet provides more than adequate dryness performance for many situations. WOLVERINE WARRIOR LEATHER Features Scotchgard® protector that is incorporated into the tanning process to create an invisible, stain-resistant barrier to improve the upper's durability without changing the breathability, color or texture of the leather. 1680 NYLON 1680 denier ballistic nylon is longer wearing and more abrasion resistant than competitive nylon products. Used by leading duty gear and luggage manufacturers.

FEATURES/DETAILS THINSULATE® From 3M®, the most recognized brand of clothing insulation, providing exceptional warmth and comfort with less bulk. STEEL TOE Our steel-reinforced toes exceeds ASTM F241-05 standards for impact protection and electrical hazard safety. COMPOSITE TOE Our composite toe caps are non-conductive to temperature and half the weight of steel toes. The non-metallic toes are undetectable in electronic security environments and exceed ASTM F2413-05 standards. ZIPPERED Side zippers provide snugger, more supportive fit as well as quicker and easier on-and-off.Velcro strap secures zipper fob. LACE-TO-TOE Longer lace flaps and tongue provide greater comfort and forward bending flexibility. REMOVABLE INSOLES Eases the removal of debris. Also enables insoles to be cleaned outside of the boot.