Police officers need robust, waterproof and breathable footwear that also offers reliable protection in all weathers, during dangerous encounters, when responding fast, or policing demonstrations. In the past, robust protection has often automatically been associated with heavier footwear and less comfort for the feet. Now the new three-layer EXTRAGUARD upper technology is paving the way for the manufacture of a totally new class of GORE-TEX® police footwear. This footwear is lightweight and also remains lightweight even when police officers are having to stand for hours in rain, when policing demonstrations, for example. The boots are robust, quick to dry and can be worn again in comfort a couple of hours later. Another key feature of the innovative EXTRAGUARD upper material is i ...