PUMA® Moto Collection Shifts Into High Gear

Following the brand's entry into the fast paced world of Moto GP in 2005 with Randy De Puniet's sponsorship, PUMA® introduces the Moto performance collection, engineered and developed in conjunction with top riders.

As a firmly established leader in the Motorsport Category of footwear and apparel, the new Moto Collection utilizes protective designs with progressive styling. The 2006 collection takes the guess work out of selecting motorcycle gear by delivering customized boots that are tailored for specific riders and riding styles. Created for both professional and recreational riders, this stylish collection looks as good as it performs.

Key Highlights from the Moto Performance Footwear Category Include:

Suitable for various levels of road racing activity, the pro-level "1000" racing boot specializes in active safety. The futuristic construction supports the regular functions of the human skeleton and provides the needed flexibility and freedom of movement that Moto riders demand.


• Based on the medically defined "angles of no return" beyond which you would suffer from ankle injury, the "Ghost Doctor" protection device limits the movement range of the ankle in all 4 directions and becomes active when the ankle reaches a dangerous angle.
• The Exo Low has a 360-degree cockpit construction that wraps under the heel, maximizing stability and increasing lateral impact protection.
• A cushioning structure is built in to provide vertical impact protection in the event of a high side crashes.
• Reinforced forefoot sliders safeguard the toe and boot when hanging into curves on the course.
• Traction is ensured with a durable anti-slip rubber outsole intended to keep feet firmly planted on the bike footrests.
• The 1000 is available in 3 color ways: smoked pearl-orange, vaporous gray - black and black - metallic silver.

The following items will also be available in GoreTex versions.

The Brutale is specifically designed for aggressive roadster riders, consumers seeking a modern and stylish motorsport silhouette.
• For maximum stability, the boot features an all-encompassing ankle protection cockpit made from TPU and inner foam inserts.
• TPU inserts on the medial and lateral forefoot provides impact protection.
• The Brutale comes in 3 colorways black-jet black-white, coffee-seal brown-white, white-silver-white.

Specifically tailored for urban riders the Flat 2 is a mid cut boot with the same look and protective capabilities as the full length Brutale.

Similar 360-degree ankle protection, TPU molds, inserts and foam cushioning provide ample stability and safety.
The Flat2 comes in 3 colorways: black-jet black-white, coffee - seal brown - white, white - silver - white.

Created for Café Racers riders, the Bonneville and Bonneville M are tailored for protection and comfort without sacrificing style.

Whether it is the High or Mid version, this sophisticated boot ensures impact protection via bilateral TPU ankle and toe box reinforcements.
A soft foam tibia crash pad molds to the body for superior fit and enhanced safety.
With shifter protection on both the left and right boots, the Bonneville caters to riders who crave versatility from their footwear. ,

• Both the Bonneville and Bonneville M comes in 2 colorways, black - dark grey and chestnut brown - off white.

Bridging the gap between the necessity for function and the desire for a modern outlook, PUMA's the Moto range rises to the occasion. The collection will be available at select specialty distributors around the world. For more information for the Australian market please visit:

www.shogai.com.au
0416 - 023 - 373

About PUMA Motorsport
PUMA® performance racing shoes were first used by various drivers and teams in the 1970s and early 1980s. And since 1998 PUMA's motorsport division has gradually assembled an impressive portfolio of sponsorships. In the 2006 season PUMA is the official supplier of racing gear in several motorsport disciplines such as Formula 1, WRC, GP2, DTM, etc.

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PUMA® is the global athletic brand that successfully fuses influences from sport, lifestyle and fashion. PUMA's unique industry perspective delivers the unexpected in sport lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories, through technical innovation and revolutionary design. Established in Herzogenaurach, Germany in 1948, PUMA distributes products in over 80 countries.