Fire-Dex Launches TerraCross Multifunctional Boot for Rescue, EMS, and Wildland Operations

New NFPA 1950-certified boot gives firefighters one solution for diverse call types and unpredictable shifts. 

MEDINA, Ohio – Fire-Dex, a leading manufacturer of head-to-toe PPE for first responders, introduces the TerraCross Multifunctional Boot, an NFPA 1950-certified boot designed for technical rescue, EMS, and wildland operations. TerraCross combines protection, comfort, and durability in one boot designed to keep firefighters moving from one response to the next.

As today's fire service takes on a broader range of responsibilities, departments are challenged to balance equipment costs, training, and operational readiness. With a design that complements structural firefighting boots, TerraCross reduces the need for multiple specialty footwear options while supporting gear standardization across teams. By meeting NFPA 1950 requirements, the industry's consolidated standard replacing NFPA 1951, 1999, and 1977, TerraCross helps simplify PPE selection across multiple response disciplines.

“From vehicle extrications and technical rescues to EMS calls and wildland incidents, today's departments need gear that can perform across varied terrain and long, unpredictable shifts,” said Todd Herring, Vice President of Product Innovation and Strategy at Fire-Dex. “TerraCross was built to give departments a high-performance boot that supports multiple missions without sacrificing comfort, fit, or mobility.”

TerraCross combines advanced materials and innovative design features to deliver both protection and comfort across demanding environments. Key features include:

• NFPA 1950 certification for technical rescue, EMS, and wildland operations
• Waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX® CROSSTECH® footwear fabric for all-day comfort
• Vibram® FIRE & ICE outsole for dependable traction across varied terrain while maintaining flame resistance, comfort, and durability in a wide range of temperatures
• Flexible L-Protection® WB Flex puncture barrier, composite toe, and reinforced high-wear areas that provide protection without unnecessary weight or stiffness
• Proudly made in the USA with globally sourced components and without intentionally added PFAS

Fire-Dex remains focused on developing PPE that helps firefighters respond safely and confidently to every call. TerraCross expands the company's head-to-toe portfolio with a purpose-built boot engineered to meet evolving demands of the fire service.

The TerraCross Multifunctional Boot is now available through Fire-Dex distributors and online.