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Redbacks® Inside: Stepping Into A New Era of Comfort

April 16, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Redbacks® Inside: Stepping Into A New Era of Comfort Long days on-site, constant movement between surfaces, and hours spent kneeling or standing can take a serious toll on tradespeople’s feet and joints. Fatigue builds fast and over time, it can lead to issues like plantar fasciitis and chronic discomfort. That’s why the Bobcat Safety Footwear […]

Kubota Zero-Turn ticks every box for Windsor Holiday Park

April 15, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Kubota Zero-Turn ticks every box for Windsor Holiday Park Gareth Hagan, Owner of Windsor Holiday Park, knows the importance of creating a strong first impression for his guests. That’s why, when it comes to the maintenance of the lawned areas of the site – nestled just outside of Newcastle, County Down – nothing less than […]

Redbacks® Inside: Stepping Into A New Era of Comfort

April 16, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Kubota Zero-Turn ticks every box for Windsor Holiday Park

April 15, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

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Redbacks® Inside: Stepping Into A New Era of Comfort

April 16, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Redbacks^® Inside: Stepping Into A New Era of Comfort

Long days on-site, constant movement between surfaces, and hours spent kneeling or standing can take a serious toll on tradespeople’s feet and joints. Fatigue builds fast and over time, it can lead to issues like plantar fasciitis and chronic discomfort. That’s why the Bobcat Safety Footwear range, powered by Redbacks® Leaf Spring Technology, is engineered with installers in mind – delivering all-day comfort without compromising on protection.

Redbacks® Inside: Stepping Into A New Era of Comfort

The collection, spanning over 20 distinct styles, is built to tackle everything from indoor warehouse work to the harshest outdoor conditions. Every model carries the signature Bobcat design language, with safety features tuned for real-world jobsite environments and the unique comfort advantage of Redbacks^® leaf spring cushioning at the core. Independently proven to improve shock absorption by up to 46% and outperform industry-leading insoles by up to 30%, this technology helps reduce impact and fatigue over long hours on the job.

“We’ve entered a new era in workwear, where performance is expected, but comfort is now essential,” says Peter Lawson, Brand Manager at Overland Shoes. “Workers are demanding footwear that supports them physically through the day. Redbacks^® gives us a huge point of difference, and it’s exclusive to the Bobcat Safety Footwear range.”

Engineered by Category: A Complete Solution for Tradespeople on the Move

The Bobcat Safety Footwear range is structured across five outsole series, each engineered for a specific application and named after iconic American industrial regions:

Delta Series – Lightweight, trainer-style work shoes designed for agility and indoor performance. Models like Rockford, Clinch and Knox offer composite toe caps, puncture-resistant midsoles, abrasion-resistant uppers and slip-resistant soles – ideal for logistics, warehouse or light assembly work.
Summit Series – Hiker-inspired hybrid boots such as Rapid and Toledo, ideal for trades that need to move between indoor and outdoor environments. Breathable linings, ankle stability, and triple-density outsoles provide all-day versatility.
Forge Series – Built with stability and structure in mind, the Dakota and Melroe boots are designed for work at height, with ladder grip soles, scuff caps, and robust triple-density construction.
Keystone Series – Designed for high-heat, high-risk applications, this series includes Virginia and Omaha, featuring waterproof leathers, heat-resistant soles, and wedge outsoles for stability in welding, fabrication and foundry settings.
Bastion Series – The toughest boots in the range. Fargo and Granite offer waterproof leather uppers, heavy-duty outsoles, support chassis, and kick spurs for effortless removal. Built for groundwork, infrastructure and civil engineering environments.

All products are certified to EN ISO 20345:2022+A1:2024 and feature composite safety toe caps, non-metallic puncture-resistant midsoles, and non-marking, fuel oil-resistant outsoles. Most models are fully metal-free and designed to meet the growing demand for lighter, more wearable protection without compromise.

Redbacks^® Leaf Spring Cushioning: Exclusive to Bobcat

At the centre of the range is the Redbacks^® Cushioning System, a patented technology that replaces traditional foam insoles with a dynamic leaf-spring structure. Rather than simply absorbing shock, Redbacks^® actively disperses pressure across the foot, reducing impact and fatigue over extended wear.

Independent testing by the Shoe and Allied Trades Research Association (SATRA) has shown that Redbacks® improves impact shock absorption by up to 46%, delivering industry-leading protection and outperforming competing insoles by as much as 30%.

“Tradespeople are on their feet for up to 12 hours a day – often on hard, unrelenting surfaces,” says Lawson. “We built this range around what matters to them: comfort, performance and reliability. Redbacks^® technology is proven to address that comfort issue head-on.”

Unlike other insoles that flatten or degrade over time, the Redbacks^® leaf-spring mechanism retains its structure and performance for the life of the boot, helping reduce the risk of strain injuries, foot pain and long-term musculoskeletal issues.

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Kubota Zero-Turn ticks every box for Windsor Holiday Park

April 15, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Kubota Zero-Turn ticks every box for Windsor Holiday Park

Gareth Hagan, Owner of Windsor Holiday Park, knows the importance of creating a strong first impression for his guests. That’s why, when it comes to the maintenance of the lawned areas of the site – nestled just outside of Newcastle, County Down – nothing less than a ‘bowling green’ finish is acceptable. Delivering that, alongside significant efficiency and safety benefits and so much more is a ZD1211 from Kubota.

Windsor Holiday Park is proudly a five-star, AA Gold-rated resort, family owned and operated by Gareth, his wife and two children. The commitment to quality extends well beyond hospitality – it’s evident in every blade of grass across their 7-acre site. “The presentation of the grounds is what creates either the right or wrong first impression of someone’s holiday which is why we put so much emphasis on this being perfect” he explains.

Kubota Zero-Turn ticks every box for Windsor Holiday Park

“I’ve grown up in the industry and was familiar with Kubota, so turned to Laird Grass Machinery when we needed to replace our previous mower. The team at Laird are absolutely first-class. They knew exactly what we needed and, while we knew the specification of the ZD1211 was going to be spot on, its performance has truly exceeded all expectations.”

“We’ve cut our mowing time by 50%.” Gareth expands, “The productivity of this machine is outstanding, and we can navigate between the statics and glamping pods with such ease that the whole job can be done in just half a day in good weather.” The manoeuvrability of the ZD1211 has also made the day-to-day work much safer and simpler. “Before, we had to reverse in and out of pitches, which isn’t ideal with guests and children moving around. Now, we can turn on the spot, so we’re always forward facing with full line of sight.”

From Kubota’s recently expanded Zero-Turn mower range, the ZD1211 prioritises efficiency with a 60” cutting width and hydraulic-lift deck. Its suspension seat means greater comfort and less operator fatigue – something Gareth and his team of wardens appreciate. “Gone are the days of sore backs… The seat is like nothing else on the market, you could literally have it in your living room!”

To reduce the transportation of clippings around the site, Gareth opted to equip the ZD1211 with Kubota’s mulching kit. “We don’t have capacity to lift grass so this keeps both the site clean and the guests happy.”

He concludes, “We’ve now used the ZD1211 for two seasons and the machine continues to impress. The presentation is consistently where we need it to be, the comments we’ve had from guests are incredibly positive and the back up support we’ve had from Laird is second to none – it just ticks every box.”

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Redbacks® Inside: Stepping Into A New Era of Comfort

Kubota Zero-Turn ticks every box for Windsor Holiday Park

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Kubota Zero-Turn ticks every box for Windsor Holiday Park

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