V-Force^® USA Boot

V-Force USA Boot

The V-Force® USA boot delivers the balance of mobility, comfort, and protection that firefighters need to perform at their best. By combining Thorogood®’s USA manufacturing heritage with LION’s proven V-Force® design, this boot represents a premium, firefighter-focused innovation: 

• Assembled in the USA with globally sourced materials. 

• PFAS-Free* Protection with GORE-TEX® CROSSTECH® footwear fabric. 

• Available for Men and Women with sizing designed for a precise, comfortable fit. 

• Engineered for Firefighters, by Firefighter Gear Experts. 

Key Features 

• V-Fit Flex Gussets – Front and rear gussets engineered for natural ankle and foot mobility. 
• Durable Construction – 14” leather boot with Nomex®/leather pull handles and hidden interior stitching for easy staging. 

• 3-D Molded Shin Guard – Cushioning for ladder rungs and impact protection. 

• Exclusive Vibram® Fire & Ice Outsole – Lightweight, high-traction outsole engineered for all-weather performance and fluid evacuation. 

• Armor AP™ & FR Cowhide Leather – Cut-resistant and lightweight without compromising durability. 

• Lenzi-L® Protection Midsole – 30% more puncture resistance compared to traditional steel inserts. 

• Composite Safety Toe – Lightweight impact protection. 

• Built-In Ankle Lock System & PORON® XRD® Padding – Added stability and impact absorption. 

• 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Piping & Trim – High-visibility coverage in smoky or dim conditions. 

• Heel Kick Plate – Quick, easy doffing. 

• Removable Dual-Density PU Insole with Arch Cradle – Superior cushioning, shock absorption, and stress relief. 

• First fire boot to market with GORE-TEX® PFAS-Free* CROSSTECH® footwear fabric – Breathable, waterproof, and resistant to chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, and viruses.

What This Means For You

• Mobility – Engineered flex gussets and lightweight Vibram® outsole provide natural movement and agility on the job. 

• Comfort – Dual-density insoles, arch support, and shock absorption reduce fatigue during long shifts. 

• Protection – NFPA 1970 certification with puncture resistance, impact shielding, pathogen protection, and chemical resistance. 

• Durability – Built with abrasion-resistant materials and reinforced components to withstand the toughest environments. 

• Visibility – High-contrast reflective details enhance safety in low-light and smoky conditions. 

*Made with no intentionally added per- and polyfluorinated substances; may contain trace amounts