LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. has received a new $29 million delivery order for the United States Marine Corps for Danner’s USMC Rugged All-Terrain (RAT) Hot weather and Temperate boots. The company anticipates fulfilling this order in multiple deliveries over the next several quarters.
“Not only is the United States Marine Corps’ request for more RAT boots a testament to the boots’ proven performance in the mountainous terrain of Afghanistan, it speaks to our outstanding employees’ dedication to quality and service excellence, ” said Joseph P. Schneider, President and CEO of LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. “Danner continues to deliver what Marines demand in the field. We’re very proud to work with the United States Marine Corps and do our part to support these brave men and women in uniform.”
Danner provides premium performance footwear built to meet the demands and specific requirements for multiple branches of the United States Armed Forces. The USMC RAT Hot and Temperate boots, designed for the United States Marine Corps, are constructed with full-grain leather and tear resistant 1000 Denier nylon. A rugged Vibram® 360 outsole integrated with Dri-Ice compound delivers unrivaled flexibility and traction in mountainous terrain. The USMC RAT Hot contains moisture wicking Sea Breeze® lining with quick draining medial vent holes for superior breathability while the RAT Temperate boot contains GORE-TEX® lining for 100% waterproof protection. Durable polyurethane impregnated leather surrounds the heel and toe to protect against abrasion and damage from rock and scree. These boots are produced in the Company's world-class manufacturing facility located in Portland, Ore.
Danner military products are available through retail and Exchange stores on U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and Air Force bases, and on Danner's web site http://www.danner.com.
