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brand history
Since 1946
There has been one landmark product, event or sponsorship after another at Karrimor. Over 60 years of outstanding products are what inspires us to bring you even higher standards and better products. Bragging and resting on our laurels is not really the British way, but heritage and historical facts are
1980
1946
Charles and Mary Parsons, along with Grace Davies founded the Karrimor company in Lancashire and started producing cycle bags.
ksbs introduced. The rst outdoor footwear made from lightweight fabric, instead of heavier leather, and outdoor footwear revolution begins.
1983
Introduction of the size adjustable back system for sacs make load carrying comfortable for everyone.
1948
Karrimor introduce weathertiteTM products, way ahead of their time.
1986
Karrimor introduces a range of polar garments and accessories.
1957
First climbing sacs produced in conjunction with the climbers of the day Jimmy Rostron and Dave Thomas.
1991
Karrimor receives a British Design award in the course of duty.
1959
Karrimor starts work with Joe Brown and introduces the Joe Brown Rucsac.
1997
Introduction of volume adjuster t kits to the ksb footwear allow further renement of footwear t for better comfort and performance.
1964
Karrimor starts a decade of domination of the UK market with the Alpiniste sac born of a partnership with Don Whillans.
2000
ADD introduced to ksb footwear to (again) improve the t, function and performance of ksbs.
1966
Karrimor introduce pack frames and the Karrimat.
2001
ksbs diversify into sandals and approach footwear.
1972
Karrimor appoints Dougal Haston as technical advisor and the Haston Alpiniste in purple becomes the most famous alpine sac ever.
2007
Karrimor develop new X-Lite products; lighter weight yet without sacricing performance or durability. Karrimor introduces Fine Moulding, a technology that increases durability of fabrics by up to 50% versus standard walking boot fabrics without sacricing breathability.
1975
Chris Bonningtons Everest South West Face expedition is successful, fully equipped with Karrimor products. Junko Tabei of Japan becomes the rst woman to climb Everest using a Karrimor pack frame sac.
1978
Peter Habeler achieves the rst ascent of Everest without oxygen using Karrimor equipment. ks100e introduced, considered to be the worlds rst waterproof texturised fabric.
brand history
footbed
support footbed
EVA - for cushioning and support Layer of memory foam developed for the space programme by NASA, memory foam moulds to the shape of your foot, creating more even pressure (reducing the likelihood of blistering). - helping enhance overall comfort on both initial wear and over long periods of wear.
t-kit footbed
A Karrimor innovation in its newest innovation. The t-kit footbed has a removable lower section, in place it reduces the volume of the last to customise to a lower volume t. Without the lower section in place the t will be the full higher volume last that the ksb is famous for. The upper section has a highly wicking top sheet and moulded heel support. Removable and machine washable.
High wicking mesh moves moisture quickly over a large area to aid evaporation
standard footbed
Standard foam footbed for instant step-in comfort and support. Removable and machine washable. Can be used in conjunction with standard volume adjusters where required.
EVA cushion - softer compound gives additional impact cushioning under the heel
X-LITE from Karrimor is an award winning design philosophy. X-Lite products from Karrimor are lightweight without sacricing durability or function. X-Lite offers improved performance with less weight so you can go higher, further, faster, more efciently.
technologies
Frameex
FrameexTM mid-sole technologies provide 3
dimensional support, rigidity and ex throughout the natural cycle of movement in the walking or running gait. FrameexTM are specic to every size in the range and for both mens and ladies lasts, why compromise? Different FrameexTM technologies provide different levels of function and are utilised differently depending on the design and end use of the product.
FRAME
TM
FLEX
new lighter weight version of the Original, improved performance using more expensive, lighter-weight materials. Used in the X-Lite products where performance is not compromised by overall lighter weight.
FRAME
FRAME
FLEX
walking boots where 3 season stiffness is required. Offers full 3 season support and ex for use in trekking products where users maybe trekking for long periods.
FRAME
FLEX
multi-sport mid and low cut shoes where 2 season stiffness and ex is required. Specically engineered to partner and enhance the Vibram Quest outsole which was developed specically for Karrimor.
FRAME
FLEX
walking boots and shoes where 2 / 3 season stiffness is required. Offers slightly lighter weight and overall more ex than the Original FrameexTM.
FLEX
multi-sport mid and low cut shoes where 2 season stiffness and ex is required. Engineered as a separate phylon compound within the mid-sole to minimise weight, enhance cushioning and aid support.
size chart
mens size conversion
ksb (UK size) EURO US mm 7 41.0 8 266 7.5 41.5 8.5 270 8 42.0 9 274 8.5 42.5 9.5 279 9 43.0 10 283 9.5 43.5 10.5 287 10 44.0 11 291 10.5 44.5 11.5 295 11 45.0 12.0 300 12 46.0 13 308 13 47.0 14 317
technologies
fabric partners
forerunners: PU membranes
Most common waterproof/breathable membranes do not literally breathe. Instead they move sweat in two slow steps by a process of diffusion through a Polyurethane (PU) layer. Because PU absorbs and retains sweat, the inside of the fabric becomes wet. Then, body heat begins to push that dampness through to the outside of the fabric where it can nally evaporate - a very inefcient process.
technologies
weathertiteTM
weathertiteTM is a Karrimors specied
waterproof and breathable fabric. First introduced in 1948 and undergoes continual improvement in line with technological advancements to provide durable waterproofness and breathability. Footwear weathertite is a laminate used in a bootie construction and offers an excellent overall performance.
polygiene
Polygiene Stay Fresh
Polygiene is an active odor control technology for the treatment of high performance materials. Engineered to give wearers fresh-all-day condence, Polygiene is perfect for active people who demand natural, long-lasting odor protection.
Environmentally Friendly
Innovative and eco-friendly, Polygiene uses extremely low concentrations of silver salt made from recycled silver to minimize any impact on the worlds natural resources. Polygiene is bluesign approved and on the Oeko-Tex list of approved products as a safe and ecological fabric treatment.3
The efcacy of Polygiene has been veried according to strict international standards by independent testing agencies. 2According to extensive irritation and sensitization studies conducted using OECD, FDA and EU standards. 3The International Oeko-Tex Association is an independent test institute that has established a global safety standard for textile
technologies
ksb classic
collection
Uppers made from high quality waterproof and stain resistant suedes, leathers, nubucks, mesh and Cordura materials offering durable, high quality, protective, supportive, easy-care and comfortable designs. The ksb classic collection is built around the unique ksb last, this is a higher volume last, more suitable for gradual activities particularly those will added loads (e.g. walking and trekking). Added t and comfort features of the lateral tongue post, asymmetrical collar and internal pockets and pads can be found internally to aid further the t and support of these styles. Certain styles are lined with eVent fabrics which are durably waterproof and signicantly more breathable than competitor fabrics. A original, lite or super FrameexTM ensures the appropriate level of stiffness and support and the Vibram outsoles give further support and grip.
Memory Foam Anatomical Ankle Padding Asymmetrical Tongue
eVent Waterproof and Highly Breathable Liner Reinforced Toe-box Vibram Winkler Outsole PU Midsole Fit-Kit Footbed
upper Pittards 2.4mm Waterproof Mountain Bear leather, Nubuck and calf skin lining liner eVent
FRAME
FLEX
upper Waterproof 2.2mm tumbled full-grain leather, calf skin lining liner eVent
FRAME
FLEX
10
FRAME
FLEX
FRAME
FLEX
11
FRAME
FLEX
FRAME
FLEX
12
FRAME
FLEX
FRAME
FLEX
13
FRAME
FLEX
ksb Outback II
FLEX
14
multi sport
collection
The multi-sport collection is intended for multi-purpose use, suitable for light hiking and walking but also other activities that we all enjoy in the outdoors. Added t and comfort features of the lateral tongue post, asymmetrical collar and internal pockets and pads can be found internally to aid further the t and support of these styles. Certain styles are lined with eVent fabrics which are durably waterproof and signicantly more breathable than competitor fabrics. A quest or 3D tenacity FrameexTM ensures the appropriate level of stiffness and support and the Vibram outsoles give further support and grip.
Asymmetrical Tongue
Phylon Midsole
Support Footbed
15
16
Men
s
multi sport collection
FRAME
FLEX
FRAME
FLEX
17
Trail-lite II
code : K359
FLEX
Kalahari eVent
code : K363
upper Wolverine Waterproof Stain Resistant Pigskin, Nubuck & Mesh liner eVent
18
Men
s
multi sport collection
Atacama
code : K364
Motion eVent
code : K361
upper Performance Synthetic Nubuck & Mesh liner eVent midsole Dual-Denisty Phylon
19
Stripe
code : K362
Whirlwind weathertite
code : K182
upper Performance Synthetic Nubuck & Mesh liner weathertiteTM midsole Phylon
FLEX
20
Men
s
multi sport collection
21
22
Lad
ies
upper 2mm Wolverine Waterproof Stain Resistant Pigskin / Mesh liner eVent
23
dark grey / cochineal DGC grey mist / aqua GMA UK 3 - 8 inc UK 3 - 8 inc
upper Wolverine Waterproof Stain Resistant Pigskin & Mesh midsole Phylon
Trail-lite II Ladies
code : K360
upper Wolverine Waterproof Stain Resistant Pigskin & Mesh midsole Phylon
FLEX
24
Lad
ies
FLEX
midsole Phylon
25
26
elite collection
elite
collection
Uppers made from high quality performance mesh materials offering high quality, highly breathable, easy-care and comfortable designs. The ksb elite collection is designed for the athlete wanting higher performance product, these products are designed purely for performance. Elite products are developed purely under the ethos of nothing without purpose. Added t and comfort features of the lateral tongue post, asymmetrical collar and internal pockets and pads can be found internally to aid further the t and support of these styles. Certain styles are lined with eVent fabrics which are durably waterproof and signicantly more breathable than competitor fabrics. A FrameexTM ensures the appropriate level of stiffness and support and the Vibram outsoles give further support and grip.
elite collection
27
Recover eVent
code : K166
upper Performance Synthetic Nubuck & Mesh liner eVent midsole Phylon
Session weathertite
mens code : K229 womens code : K230
28
elite collection
Interval eVent
mens code : K231 womens code : K232
Workout
code : K377
elite collection
29
30
Suede / Mesh
Achilles Notch
Reinforced Toe-box
31
Gobi
code : K367
32
Men
s
travel & sandal collection
Sahara Mid
code : K365
upper Waterproof Pittards Escape Leather, Tumbled Nubuck, Pig Skin Lining and Footbed midsole Phylon
Sahara Low
code : K366
upper Waterproof Pittards Escape Leather, Tumbled Nubuck, Pig Skin Lining and Footbed midsole Phylon
33
Cuba
code : K368
upper Performance Synthetic Nubuck & Mesh, Shock-cord Lacing System midsole Phylon
Hydro II
code : K370
midsole Phylon - Shaved Phylon Footbed outsole Vibram Cougar weight 310g
34
Men
s
travel & sandal collection
Dominica
code : K234
mink MNK UK 7 - 12
(full size only)
black BLK UK 7 - 12
(full size only)
upper Wolverine Waterproof Stain Resistant Pigskin midsole Phylon - Suede Footbed
Cayman
code : K372
navy NVY UK 7 - 12
(full size only)
upper Webbing with Moulded Neoprene Lining midsole Phylon - Shaved Phylon Footbed
35
Grenada
code : K184
gunsmoke GNS UK 6 - 12
(full size only)
walrus WAL UK 6 - 12
(full size only)
upper Wolverine Waterproof Stain Resistant Pigskin midsole Phylon - Suede Footbed
Aruba
code : K077
36
Men
s
travel & sandal collection
37
Cuba Ladies
code : K369
upper Performance Synthetic Nubuck & Mesh, Shock-cord Lacing System midsole Phylon
Hydro II Ladies
code : K371
midsole Phylon - Shaved Phylon Footbed outsole Vibram Cougar weight 300g
38
Lad
ies
seal SEL UK 4 - 8
(full sizes only)
Bahamas Ladies
code : K373
upper Wolverine Waterproof Stain Resistant Pigskin midsole Phylon - Suede Footbed
39
Tobago Ladies
code : K374
pewter PWT UK 4 - 8
(full sizes only)
upper Wolverine Waterproof Stain Resistant Pigskin midsole Phylon - Suede Footbed
Martinique Ladies
code : K375
purple PUR UK 4 - 8
(full sizes only)
rose ROS UK 4 - 8
(full sizes only)
upper Webbing with Moulded Neoprene Lining midsole Phylon - Suede Footbed
40
Lad
ies
Mona Ladies
code : K376
blue BLU UK 4 - 8
(full sizes only)
rose ROS UK 4 - 8
(full sizes only)
Grenada Ladies
code : K184
upper Waterproof Wolverine Stain Resistant Pigskin midsole Phylon - Suede Footbed
41
Aruba Ladies
code : K077
42
Lad
ies
Trail-lite II black
Trail-lite II coffee
Atacama black
Atacama gunsmoke
Stripe grey
elite collection
Dominica mink
Dominica black
Caymen navy
Grenada gunsmoke
Grenada walrus