Lems Shoes Partners with Vibram® to Launch New Tactical and Lifestyle Boots

November 5, 2025

New collection blends durability, foot-shaped comfort, and creative design

Boulder, CO (November 5, 2025) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ —Lems Shoes, the Boulder-based footwear brand known for its natural-shape design and zero-drop comfort, is proud to announce its first-ever partnership with Vibram®, the global leader in high-performance outsoles. The collaboration combines Lems’ commitment to minimalist, foot-shaped footwear with Vibram’s legendary traction and durability, resulting in three new boot styles designed for performance, protection, and everyday wear.

The collection introduces the Tactical Pro Tall, Tactical Pro Mid, and Summit Pro, each designed with Vibram® outsoles to provide unmatched grip and resilience across demanding environments.

Tactical Work Boot Meets Vibram Strength

• Tactical Pro Tall (MSRP: $235): A 9-inch shaft tactical boot designed to stay light on your feet while offering dependable traction, breathability, and durability in rugged conditions. Features include a suede and nylon upper, waterproof membrane lining, and Lems’ signature widest natural-shape fit.
• Tactical Pro Mid (MSRP: $215): A mid-cut tactical boot that delivers natural movement and ground feel without sacrificing protection. Built with a full-grain leather upper and a breathable polyester mesh lining, this ultralight boot is ready for multi-terrain versatility.

(L) Tactical Pro Tall, (R) Tactical Pro Mid

Summit Pro: A First-Ever Lems Collaboration with Rose Anvil

• Summit Pro (MSRP: $230): A rugged, water-resistant moc-toe boot with a Vibram® outsole, developed in collaboration with YouTuber and artisan Weston Kay of Rose Anvil. Kay first discovered Lems through the original Boulder Boot, which quickly became his everyday shop boot thanks to its lightweight, flexible feel. Known for cutting footwear in half on his channel, his dissection of the Boulder Boot went viral and sparked an ongoing relationship with the Lems team. Over the past year and a half, Kay worked closely with founder Andrew Rademacher to prototype what would become the Summit Pro. Drawing from his favorite elements of different Lems styles, Kay selected the construction, color, and fit to create a true first collaboration. The initial 2,500 pairs will feature custom leather hangtags crafted by Kay, with exclusive content rolling out on Rose Anvil to showcase the process and design story.

Summit Pro

“I’ve been wearing and analyzing Lems boots for almost a decade, learning what makes them perform so well, said Weston Kay. “With the Summit Pro, we went back and forth for over a year to refine every detail, like how to make the Boulder Boot tougher, more heritage, and ready for the trail. The result is a boot crafted from premium leather with a Vibram® outsole that feels as durable as it does natural. It’s the culmination of years of testing, cutting, and creating the perfect do-everything boot.”

The Lems x Vibram Tactical Pro and Summit Pro boots will be available at lemsshoes.com and select retailers. The Summit Pro will offer a limited pre-release with Weston Kay on November 13, ahead of its early December ship date, while the Tactical Pro will be available beginning in early December.

For more information on Lems Shoes and the latest brand news, visit www.lemsshoes.com or contact Stacy Kline at stacy@darbycommunications.com.

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ABOUT LEMS SHOES

Founded in 2011 by Andrew Rademacher, Lems Shoes was born from a simple idea: shoes should be built around the natural shape and movement of the human foot. Frustrated by the lack of anatomically correct footwear on the market, Rademacher took matters into his own hands, literally, by dissecting traditional shoes, studying last construction and pattern making, and designing his own. The result? Minimalist footwear that strips away the unnecessary, delivering full flexibility, comfort, and foot-shaped design. From its first release, the Primal, to its ever-evolving lineup today, Lems remains committed to creating lightweight, versatile shoes that let your feet move the way nature intended. Learn more about the brand at lemshoes.com.

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Stacy Kline
Darby Communications
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