Posted On Saturday, May 04, 2013
Bates was among sponsors at the Boot’n & Shoot’n 2013, featuring 65 shooting teams, each with a military veteran VIP. This event was also the kickoff for OPERATION HOME GIVEAWAY, where Joey Jones, a double amputee, was the first veteran honored in the new mission to turn heroes into homeowners.
Watch the video now featuring a performance from country artist, Sammy Kershaw!
Posted On Thursday, May 02, 2013
On Friday May 3, Congressman Dave Camp visited to thank our factory team in Big Rapids, MI for all their hard work and dedication in making boots and shoes for our warfighters and first responders. He was briefed on the manufacturing of the Army's Temperate Weather Mountain Combat Boot which will begin early Summer 2013. Also on the agenda was the other footwear programs from Wolverine Worldwide's portfolio of brands that are planned for production in Big Rapids.
The Congressman was presented a personalized pair of the Temperate Weather Mountain Combat Boots with his name embossed on the tongue (featured below).
Featured Above: Congressman Dave Camp (Left) with Big Rapids team members and our CEO Blake Krueger (Right).
Posted On Saturday, May 14, 2011
Bates proudly outfitted Ironwoman Kathy Marmon, a devoted soul right here in our hometown who participated in the 22nd Annual Bataan Memorial Death March at White Sands Missile Range, NM. Kathy, who was often seen training at the local gym in her Bates Lites boots, carried a 38lb pack while facing 40mph winds in the 26.2 mile course. The various food items she carried in the pack were then donated at the end of the event.
Photo: Kathy competing in her Bates Lites Military boots while carrying a 38lb pack filled with donation items.
Kathy's son, an active Marine, served as her inspiration. She noted the most rewarding part of the very emotional and physical event was "seeing the survivors present to shake hands and thank us for participating. It was the most humbling and rewarding experience I've ever been through".
Kathy started a personal quest for fitness about 10 years ago and has competed in over 7 full marathons and 5 half ironmans. She felt a desire to do more and give back and has since been working to raise funds for Wounded Warrior Project. Her goal this year is to raise at least $10,000 for wounded warriors and their families. To help Kathy meet this goal, donations are accepted through her secure webpage for WWP.
Photos:
Top- The Color Guard stands at attention along with march participants to pay tribute to those who have passed away.
Bottom - A Bataan March survivor welcomes and thanks participants along the 26.2 mile course.
The Bataan Memorial Death March is a challenging march through the high desert terrain of White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, conducted in honor of the heroic service members who defended the Philippine Islands during World War II, sacrificing their freedom, health and, in many cases, their very lives. Those like Kathy, marching the 26.2 miles will be able to experience, in part, what Soldiers endured during their long forced trek through the Philippines. To learn more about the Bataan Memorial Death March, visit their website.
Posted On Sunday, March 27, 2011
New for 2011, the Delta-9 GORE-TEX® Side Zip features the iCS customized comfort system. Simply rotate a disk among four settings to increase cushion, firmness, or inward and outward stability. The Delta-9 also features a GORE-TEX® Waterproof lining to keep feet dry and Vibram® Mutant rubber outsole for superior traction.
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iCS Delta-8 E02348
iCS Delta Sport and Trainer E03204/E03206
iCS Delta-9 Desert Tan E02950
C3 8” Side Zip E03381
8” DuraShocks® Boots E03140
8” Tactical Sport Side Zip E02261
GX-8 Style E02268
Posted On Sunday, March 27, 2011
New for 2011, the Delta Sport and Delta Trainer feature the iCS customized comfort system. Simply rotate a disk among four settings to increase cushion, firmness, or inward and outward stability.
View all iCS boots.
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iCS Delta-8 E02348
iCS Delta-9 Desert Tan E02950
iCS Delta-9 GORE-TEX® E02900
C3 8” Side Zip E03381
8” DuraShocks® Boots E03140
8” Tactical Sport Side Zip E02261
GX-8 Style E02268
Posted On Sunday, March 27, 2011
The Delta-8 Side Zip features the iCS customized comfort system. Simply rotate a disk among four settings to increase cushion, firmness, or inward and outward stability.
View all iCS boots.
For More Boot Videos Visit:
iCS Delta Sport and Trainer E03204/E03206
iCS Delta-9 Desert Tan E02950
iCS Delta-9 GORE-TEX® E02900
C3 8” Side Zip E03381
8” DuraShocks® Boots E03140
8” Tactical Sport Side Zip E02261
GX-8 Style E02268
Posted On Sunday, March 27, 2011
New for 2011, the Delta-9 Desert Tan boot features the iCS customized comfort system. Simply rotate a disk among four settings to increase cushion, firmness, or inward and outward stability. The Delta-9 also features a dirt and oil resistant Wolverine Warrior® Leather upper and Vibram® Mutant rubber outsole for superior traction.
View all iCS boots.
For More Boot Videos Visit:
iCS Delta-8 E02348
iCS Delta Sport and Trainer E03204/E03206
iCS Delta-9 GORE-TEX® E02900
C3 8” Side Zip E03381
8” DuraShocks® Boots E03140
8” Tactical Sport Side Zip E02261
GX-8 Style E02268
