TECH 1-Z SHOE

Incorporating advanced performance technologies and premium materials such as supple kangaroo leather, the extremely lightweight Tech 1-Z features streamlined foot-shaping, extensive perforation zones and Alpinestars’ exclusive rubber compound sole for superb levels of comfort and maneuverability in the confines of the cockpit. Featuring a reduced material design, which contributes to weight saving and improved structural integrity, the Tech 1-Z incorporates a precise and technical speed lace closure system for optimized performance fit.

• Complies with FIA (FIA: 8856-2000) and SFI (SFI: 3.3) homologation standards

• Main upper constructed from superbly supple lightweight

  kangaroo leather for excellent comfort and durability.

• Lightweight micro-porous padding around the heel and foot bed enhances comfort.

• All graphic elements are printed for weight-saving and improved performance.

• Extended perforation zones on lateral and medial sides, tongue, collar, heel and toe for improved ventilation and breathability.

  INNOVATION FOCUS

• New closure system features an aramidic speed top lacing system integrating Alpinestars’ exclusively developed and proprietary wire closure system, which strategically envelopes the foot for optimal support and structure. Constructed using high-tensile fibers the wire system fits precisely and securely around the foot, guaranteeing tight closure with a lace lock system to ensure shoe remains in position.

• Para-aramidic fiber tubular lining construction for excellent heat-resistance, weight-saving and strength.

• Low-cut collar in heel to allow for greater Achilles heel comfort and improved range of movement.

• Collar padding constructed from Nitrile rubber for comfort and weight-saving.

• Tongue features perforated soft tongue padding for comfort and improved fit.

• FIA /Alpinestars label on the tongue made from fireproof PU film transfer.

• Alpinestars’ one-piece toe and heel counter features multi-compound construction and ergonomic polypropylene heel counter plus integrated insole, which provides support, protection and stability plus integrated PU fireproof heel for comfort.

• New Alpinestars’ exclusive thin rubber compound outsole, derived from the Formula 1 race program, providing unsurpassed levels of feel and grip.