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2009 Releases and Press Resource

 

NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH:

Kilkenny Boot

A Lady's GORE-TEX® lined Ankle boot

July 2009

A new Lady's GORE-TEX® lined ankle boot from Dubarry built on the same stirrup friendly sole as the Clare boot. This is a great looking go anywhere, do anything ankle boot.

 

  • Waterproof
  • Breathable
  • Gore-Tex Lined
  • DryFast-DrySoft Leather
  • EU 37-42
  • In Mahogany or Black

The GORE-TEX® comes to half way up the stretch gusset on the side of the boot. The leather hoses clean and will dry soft without shrinking.

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Dubarry kilkenny Lady's GORE-TEX Lined ankle boot in Mahogany (also available in black)

 

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Winners of the Dubarry Best Dressed Award announced in Lexington KY for the 2009 Rolex 3 Day Event

(May 1st 2009)

Congratulations to Buck Davidson and Ashley Adams who won the Dubarry Best Dressed Awards for their overall appearance at the first horse inspection at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event .

Just as the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event represents the epitome and absolute top of the line of the sport of Eventing, Dubarry of Ireland stands for the absolute best in equestrian and outdoor footwear, and prides itself on tradition and quality.

Davidson and Adams were selected as the winners of the Best Dressed Award during the First Horse Inspection which took place on Wednesday, April 22nd and each went home with a new pair of Dubarry boots. During the inspection, riders presented their mounts to the Inspection Committee, comprising the three members of the Ground Jury and the Veterinary Delegate, to be inspected for general condition, soundness and fitness. Horses are presented in immaculate condition with gleaming coats and glistening tack.

The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event is regarded as one of the world’s premier equestrian events.  It awards $250,000 in prize money and is part of the Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing.

Dubarry is renowned for producing high quality leather footwear for outdoor pursuits and their boots are seen on the feet of everyone from eventers to hunters and winter fashion wearers.  The unique attribute of the company is their expertise in making technically excellent products which are also stylish and elegant.

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NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH:

Dubarry Clare Boot (Lady's)

USA Product Launch: August 2008

A new addition to the Dubarry Outdoor Collection

USA: Available in Walnut and Black

(July 2008)

The Dubarry Clare Boot is the newest addition to the Dubarry Outdoor Collection. Still fully Gore-Tex lined, waterproof to the top, breathable and constructed from Dubarry's unique DryFast-DrySoft leathers, the Clare is built on a new sole with more heel and a low profile toe tread. Designed with a little more calf profiling than the Galway boot the Clare boot has a gusseted zip in the rear ankle/calf section and a smooth leather wear protection pad on the inside leg.

The boot will go on show for the first time at this year's Hampton Classic Horse Show in Late August..

EU 37 - 42

For more information click here or email

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IEBA Expo Confirms Dubarry's Growth Potential in the US Market

(Feb 2008)

At January's IEBA Expo in Richmond VA, The Dubarry Outdoor Collection presented itself formally for the first time to buyers from the US equestrian retail market. A phenomenal response from the industry's top buyers resulted in several new key locations being established for the Fall 2008 season. Dubarry are to announce these locations in July 2008, but have indicated that these stores are,

'Landmark accounts that fit perfectly with the well established Dubarry retail strategy of appointing only high quality service environments with unique situational opportunity'.

Dubarry have seen remarkable increases in sales in their established European market over the last 5 years and the relatively new US market seems to be following suit.

For trade supply info please contact: Danny Hulse danny@dubarry.us

 

After a Sell-Out Season in the USA, Dubarry Moves forward for 2008 with the IEBA Expo!

(November 2007)

Having been billed as manufacturers of the 'Hottest Item' (The Galway Boot) by no fewer than 3 U.S. magazines and following a sell-out season, Dubarry will be attending the IEBA EXPO show in Richmond VA in January 2008 to continue planned expansion by adding a small selection of carefully vetted dealers to its growing list of locations in the USA.

Since it's inception of the country collection in the United States beginning with a grass roots marketing campaign in 2005, Dubarry has enjoyed an exceptional market response. The company attributes much of its continuing success to the caliber of its Dealers who have been selected based upon the quality of the services and products that they offer and their dedication to creating professional and unique retail environments.

For trade supply info please contact: Danny Hulse danny@dubarry.us

Press Resource and Market Information

 

   
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Dubarry of Ireland are manufacturers of the original waterproof breathable leather boots. Crafted with our own treated 'Dry-Soft' leathers and lined with Gore-Tex - Guaranteed to keep your feet dry!

 

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Press Resource

THE STORY SO FAR

Chapter #1 - The Beginning

Ten years ago we developed the country waterproof/breathable Gore-Tex lined leather boots and introduced them to Europe. The new concept of a waterproof leather boot as an alternative to knee-high rubber boots required some demonstration, so in order to get the point across, we attended scores of events and spent our days standing in buckets of water in our boots and tweed, sipping champagne in front of our mobile drawing room from Ireland (complete with furniture, granny’s rugs and the family portraits!).. It was a huge success.

Now, Ten years and over 800 events later, we have converted 10’s of thousands of European ladies and gentlemen from wearing wellies (rubber boots) to our lightweight waterproof, breathable boots from Ireland. In the process we have also established ourselves as one of the most prestigious footwear brands in the European country/outdoor market.  Read on..

 
 
 
The Dubarry - Gentleman in a bucket of water wearing Dubarry Boots
 
 
The Dubarry Gentleman in a Bucket
 
 
The Dubarry Show Team attending to our customer's every needs!
 

Chapter #2 - The North American Market

In 2005, an Englishman, an Irishman and a Dutchman traveled to Lexington KY with a truck full of furniture, granny’s rug and a few hundred pairs of boots. The response was overwhelming. That was the Rolex Kentucky 3 Day Event. We are now a regular and much loved feature at many events across the US (Equestrian, Lifestyle & Hunting) and have built a rapidly growing following of loyal customers in the USA.

The Dubarry Outdoor Footwear Collection has been performing exceptionally in U.S. stores since September 2007. We will be appointing another small select group of retailers for 2009.

 

CORE MARKET USES

Who Uses Dubarry Outdoor Footwear?

The unique combination of function and styling makes the Dubarry Outdoor Footwear Collection extremely versatile. Core uses include but are not limited to:
- Hunting/Shooting
- Equestrian
- Gardening and Landscaping
- Dog Walking
- Après Ski/Snow Wear
- Snowmobile and Quad Bike/ATV Operation
- Winter Fashion
- Country Fashion


Dubarry Boots offer comfort, protection and elegance, not only replacing the function of the rubber wellington boot, but extending the possible uses to:
- Environments with a wider temperature range
- Situations requiring longer periods of comfortable wear
- Circumstances where style and appearance are as desirable as function


Dubarry Boots are also used by a diverse group of professionals who may be working in a variety of environments and weather conditions with a requirement to protect against the elements without sacrificing a professional appearance. These include:
- Veterinarians
- Photographers
- Architects & Land Surveyors
- Location Film Crews

Technical and Construction

How Do Dubarry Boots Work?

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