Monday, February 8, 2010
Icebug - Winter Walking - It's fun to get out when it's slippery
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Over the years, most of us have been forced to get used to the nuisance of icy conditions: Dreading to fall or even choosing to stay inside. The first time trying Icebug is an eye opener. It will make you determined never to accept slipping again!
Even if Icebug started as running shoes, the testimonials we keep receiving show an equally strong appeal of great walking shoes with great traction. People report that they feel a new freedom to go light trekking, dog walking, Nordic walking or just “normal” walking in winter. And when the Finnish Institute of Occupational health tested different anti-slip devices available on the market, Icebug’s Speed BUGrip was found to be the best gripping.
We quote from the summary:
“Twelve participants (50%) of the participants slipped during the trials on slippery ice. The result showed that the studded boots reduced the number of slip incidents. None of the participants with the studded boots slipped, nor did they feel that the icy surface conditions was unsafe.”
High lights from the fall/winter 2010 Active range for winter walking:
SPEED BUGrip®
SPEED is a sporty winter walking shoe that extends the season for a wide range of fitness activities. Fleece lining and BUGdri membrane keeps you warm and dry, the midsole provides comfortable cushioning, support for the foot and good roll, and the upper supports the ankle.
The BUGrip technology features 16 carbide tip studs that provide an always-on (studs are permanently mounted in the sole), durable (carbide tips are virtually impossible to wear out, even if using a lot on asphalt) traction (not only traction, but the best traction – see test above!) that adapts to the ground (meaning it grips like stink on ice, and with the dynamic funtion, the studs can sink in towards the sole on asphalt to it doesn’t get slippery or uncomfortable).
No wonder perhaps that it’s Icebug most popular style and we keep fine tuning it. Dark moss is the new color for fall 2010/2011.
METRO-L BUGweb®
METRO-L is casual but functional. DWR suede upper, zipper on inside for quick closure and a soft neoprene collar. It has a BUGweb® with six carbide tip studs that fit into a groove in the sole pattern.
When the extra grip is not needed, the BUGweb can be removed, but when it’s icy, having the six studs of the BUGweb is a huge traction up-grade compared to only rubber.
Due to the versatility, METRO is a perfect travel companion.
Even if Icebug started as running shoes, the testimonials we keep receiving show an equally strong appeal of great walking shoes with great traction. People report that they feel a new freedom to go light trekking, dog walking, Nordic walking or just “normal” walking in winter. And when the Finnish Institute of Occupational health tested different anti-slip devices available on the market, Icebug’s Speed BUGrip was found to be the best gripping.
We quote from the summary:
“Twelve participants (50%) of the participants slipped during the trials on slippery ice. The result showed that the studded boots reduced the number of slip incidents. None of the participants with the studded boots slipped, nor did they feel that the icy surface conditions was unsafe.”
High lights from the fall/winter 2010 Active range for winter walking:
SPEED BUGrip®
SPEED is a sporty winter walking shoe that extends the season for a wide range of fitness activities. Fleece lining and BUGdri membrane keeps you warm and dry, the midsole provides comfortable cushioning, support for the foot and good roll, and the upper supports the ankle.
The BUGrip technology features 16 carbide tip studs that provide an always-on (studs are permanently mounted in the sole), durable (carbide tips are virtually impossible to wear out, even if using a lot on asphalt) traction (not only traction, but the best traction – see test above!) that adapts to the ground (meaning it grips like stink on ice, and with the dynamic funtion, the studs can sink in towards the sole on asphalt to it doesn’t get slippery or uncomfortable).
No wonder perhaps that it’s Icebug most popular style and we keep fine tuning it. Dark moss is the new color for fall 2010/2011.
METRO-L BUGweb®
METRO-L is casual but functional. DWR suede upper, zipper on inside for quick closure and a soft neoprene collar. It has a BUGweb® with six carbide tip studs that fit into a groove in the sole pattern.
When the extra grip is not needed, the BUGweb can be removed, but when it’s icy, having the six studs of the BUGweb is a huge traction up-grade compared to only rubber.
Due to the versatility, METRO is a perfect travel companion.
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