Rock Fall Taro - RF500

Product description

The RF500 Taro The RF500 Taro redefines everyday workwear by fusing a timeless, low-profile trainer look with the proven protection that makes Rock Fall trusted on site. A classic cup-sole construction, leather upper and streamlined toe shape give it a modern, street-ready edge while retaining the strength to handle the toughest tasks. Behind the clean design lies serious defence: a steel toe cap guards against impact and dropped equipment, while a flexible penetration resistant protective insert protects against unexpected underfoot hazards. For long shifts on unforgiving floors, a shock-absorbing comfort footbed helps reduce fatigue and maintain support hour after hour. The slip-resistant outsole gives reliable grip and stability across varied surfaces. This is infused with Solum’s Verdura™, a bio-based additive that partially replaces fossil-based chemistry. Built to work hard and look good doing it, the RF500 combines Rock Fall’s hallmark durability with everyday style you can wear well beyond the job.

We guide our materials choices with our published Better Materials Framework, which sets out the criteria a material must meet. This is delivered using leathers sourced from a Leather Working Group rated tannery, textiles made from 100% recycled polyester and recycled TPU in the internal components that maintain the shape of the heel section.

Durable Leather Upper: Water repellent full grain leather made by a tannery audited & certified by the Leather Working Group, for long-lasting performance in wet and dirty conditions.

Recycled Post Consumer Polyester Lining Mesh: Our recycled polyester supply chain is certified to the Global Recycled Standard.

Advanced Toe Protection: A steel protective toecap ensures dependable protection.

Advanced Penetration Resistant Performance: The penetration resistant protective insert provides essential on-the-job safety.

Tough Rubber outsole: Flexible slip-resistant outsole produced using Solum’s Verdura™ bio-based pellets.

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Upper Material: Leather Working Group Certified, Water Repellent Full Grain Leather

Eyelets: Punched

Laces: 100% Post Consumer Recycled Polyester

Thread: Bonded Nylon

Tongue (Inner): 100% Post Consumer Recycled Polyester Mesh

Tongue (Outer): Leather (as Upper)

Collar (Inner): Microfibre, Nylon

Collar (Outer): Leather (as Upper)

Footbed: Activ-Step® PU Foam, 100% Polyester Top Mesh

Lining: 100% Post Consumer Recycled Polyester Mesh

Outsole: Nitrile Rubber

Protective Toecap: Steel

Protective Midsole: Activ-Step® PS Rated Penetration Resistant Insert

Packaging: FSC® Certified Shoebox, Anti Mould Chip, Tissue Paper, User Manual