LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. announced that it has received a new $15.4 million delivery order for the United States Marine Corps for Danner's USMC Rugged All-Terrain (RAT) hot weather boot. The company anticipates fulfilling this order of RAT boots in multiple deliveries over the next several quarters.
“We continue to focus on combining our knowledge of what armed forces need in harsh climates and tough terrain with our world-class product engineering and manufacturing capabilities in order to create premier boots for the United States military,” said Joseph P. Schneider, President and CEO of LaCrosse Footwear Inc. “The USMC RAT Hot has been used in the mountains of Afghanistan since 2007 and remains the proven leader in its category. We're very proud to be working with the United States Marine Corps and do our part to support the men and women who serve our country.”
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, designed for the United States Marine Corps, is constructed with full-grain leather and tear resistant 1000 Denier nylon. A rugged Vibram(R) 360 outsole integrated with Dri-Ice compound delivers unrivaled flexibility and traction in mountainous terrain. The USMC RAT Hot contains moisture wicking Sea Breeze(R) lining with quick draining medial vent holes for superior breathability. 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 new world-class manufacturing facility located in Portland, Oregon.
