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Red Wing Shoes Launches 3 New Work Boots: Draftsmith, Polar X And Versapro

Red-Wing-Shoes Draftsmith

Credit: Red Wing Shoes

December 6, 2024

Red Wing Shoes announces the launch of three new work boot lines —Draftsmith, Polar X and VersaPro—each engineered to meet the needs of today’s trade workforce. These new products are a testament to Red Wing’s dedication to innovation, quality and the protection of tradespeople across all industries, from renewable energy and heavy manufacturing to office-to-jobsite environments and extreme cold-weather job sites. The three work boot product launches round out a robust, innovative year for Red Wing Work Boots following the introduction of Red Wing's SuperSole X work boot this summer and TruGuard Lite earlier this spring.

“The introduction of Draftsmith, Polar X and VersaPro allows us to provide ongoing solutions that cater to a wide spectrum of industry needs while ensuring the same level of safety, comfort and craftsmanship that Red Wing is known for,” said Mike VanGoethem, chief services officer at Red Wing Shoes. “These new product families not only demonstrate our commitment to worker safety and performance but also reflect our focus on addressing the modern demands of today’s tradespeople.”

Key Features of the New Red Wing Work Boots:

Draftsmith: Versatility for Office-to-Floor and Beyond

  • Crafted for tradespeople who transition between office and production environments, Draftsmith combines a legacy-inspired design with eco-friendly materials. 
  • The lightweight boot offers the durability of full-grain leather, a recycled lining and a slip-resistant TredLucent® sole. Its aluminum safety toe meets ASTM standards while allowing workers to maintain style and comfort in any environment. 
  • Available in four styles and multiple colors, Draftsmith ensures adaptability for various industries.

VersaPro: Elevating Safety and Comfort in Medium- to Heavy-Duty Work

  • Designed for the toughest jobs in sectors like manufacturing, oil and gas, and renewable energy, VersaPro features a Galvanext outsole for best-in-class slip, oil and puncture resistance, along with Red Wing’s waterproofing and non-metallic safety toe. 
  • Available in three styles, including two with side zippers and one featuring the BOA® Fit System, VersaPro provides durable, lightweight protection globally certified for a variety of job sites.

Polar X: Unmatched Protection and Warmth in Harsh Winter Conditions

  • Ideal for extreme cold-weather jobs in industries such as oil and gas and construction, Polar X incorporates advanced insulation technology equivalent to 1600 grams of protection without added bulk. 
  • With Red Wing waterproofing, a cold-weather rubber outsole and the BOA® Fit System, Polar X ensures safety and warmth in the harshest environments. Its multi-zone barrier system strategically places insulation where it’s most needed, delivering maximum comfort and protection for outdoor work.

These new work boots are now available online and in stores. For more information and to find a local Red Wing Shoe store please visit: https://www.redwingshoes.com/. 

KEYWORDS: footwear safety footwear work boots

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