When the tag line for aĀ new boot sole is “Make Ice Obsolete”, you are expecting experience something incredible. While the above footage may not drop your jaw, if you have ever struggled on an icy walk home you might be quietly but deeply interested inĀ VibramĀ® newArctic GripĀ technology set to debut in the fall.

VibramĀ® isĀ understandably tight lipped about their new creation, you can’t even pre-order them yet but they will be initially available in manyĀ designs. Here is one:Ā Ā Screen shot 2016-03-07 at 2.43.54 PM

If this works as well as it does on the video and the anti-slip properties don’t wear off with rigorous use, this may shakeup the industry quite a bit. Can’t wait to get a pair in the fall and try them out myself.

[cover photo is from Vibram’s instagram]

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....