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Equipment Roundup: Cat unveils new D7 dozer; Case unveils first electric backhoe; Kubota intros first mini skid steer; Electric Volvo VNL test drive; Cat Kinetic Ice+ Boot Review

Recently, Tom Jackson had a chance to test out some cold weather boots and gloves in Alaska—north of the Arctic Circle in fact—in temps as low as -30 degrees.

The boots are a new product offering from Cat Footwear called the Cat Kinetic Ice +. They are insulated with 200 grams of Thinsulate and feature a unique Vibram Artic Grip Pro tread for slip resistance on ice. They also have electric shock hazard protection, a composite toe, nylon shank for arch support and a scuff resistant heal cap.

Check out Tom’s video review here:

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