TheseLeMieux ProSport Stealth Air Shoc XC Bootsare a new level of cross country innovation offering cutting edge shock absorbtion, tendon support and flexibility. These technical boots offer strength and optimum protection with an impact responsive smart layer between the leg and outer shell. This Shoc smart layer is made from an impact responsive material that remains supple and flexible when not under pressure. When an impact occurs the molecules in the fabric lock together to form a hard protective barrier; once the force dissipates the fabric returns to its flexible state.
These cross country boots feature a MicroFlex cage mesh outer that offers lightweight protection with 360' air ventilation. This enables air flow over the entire surface of the boot whilst galloping to help reduce tendon temperature. Stealth Shoc Boots are profiled to ensure freedom of movement and prevent pinching behind the knee. These boots are non vented as the use of open air vents call allow dust and mud to catch between the boot and the leg causing rubbing.
Important fitting information:
Please be aware that correct fitting is essential for the optimum use of Stealth XC Boots. To achieve a safe and secure fit these cross-country boots need to be put on firmly.
Remove from packaging and squeeze the strike guards between fingers to shape prior to putting on. The guards are often flattened when packaged and need to be made more pliable for best fitting.
- Place the strike guard at the back of the tendon with a cupped hand
- Firmly apply the top, middle and bottom straps in succession
- Once happy with position of boots go back and re-tighten the middle moulding-strap with its elasticated section. This is very important as it takes up any slack in the boot where the leg is narrower and prevents rotation
- The bottom strap should be slightly angled down to ensure best fit round the fetlock
Note: Due to the structure of the boot and the nature of the Shoc Impact Responsive material it is difficult to over-tighten these boots.