PROTECTOR ULTRA: Ultimate Cut Protection Logger Boots

Thank you to everyone who made our booth at the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) Expo such a success! In the first hour of the event, a tree climber stopped by the HAIX® booth to share his praise and thanks. Not only had he been a longtime HAIX boot fan, but he recently experienced their protection firsthand. 

While wearing HAIX Protector Ultra tree cutting boots, he caught a chainsaw directly to the outside of his foot. The tool shredded into his boot, but the cut protection lining gave him the time he needed to pull away and save his foot. 

“I had to throw away the boots, but at least I could walk away from the job on my own two feet.” 

AIRPOWER XR200: Hybrid Groundwork and Climbing Boot 

For many TCIA attendees, the expo was an opportunity to find their next piece of climbing gear. With its Class 2 cut protection and superior ankle and sole protection the Protector Ultra was undoubtedly the star of the show. But those looking for hybrid climbing and groundwork were drawn in by the Airpower XR200 GORE-TEX® waterproof work boots. 

 While many tried the XR200 because it had the cut protection they required, most of the people who made a purchase did so because of the comfort and support it offered. The arch support, 2-zone lacing, and cushioning provide an incredible feel and—in some cases—pain relief that people were looking for. Fatigue and long hours are not as exciting as chainsaw protection, but they are serious and persistent obstacles. Choosing the right work boot for foot pain can make all the difference. 

COYOTE: Comfort and Flexibility in an Outdoor Boot 

Perhaps the most surprising development of the event was how many tree and lawn care professionals were drawn to the Black Eagle Athletic 2.1 Coyote boot. Already a favorite of FEMA, this boot has found a new audience with arborists who love the flexibility and comfort it provides. As many visitors shared at the booth, they feel the elimination of foot pain is likely to lead to fewer mistakes from distraction. 

HAIX® Most Comfortable Outdoor Work Boot 

From seasoned climbers to the next generation of arborists, the HAIX® booth became a reminder of the variety of wants, needs, and preferences of our end users. Whether it was a veteran stepping into a softer, support-first boot to oversee crews or a young worker trying on their first pair built for protection, every moment was a reminder of how safety and comfort evolve together. And no matter what challenges emerge or technologies develop, HAIX is dedicated to helping you stand strong.