Product Info
Culture Of Brave Sneakers
Culture of Brave is a sneaker brand with a powerful mission: to empower people to step in courage and be brave. They believe that courage is a choice that anyone can make, and their high-quality, stylish sneakers are designed to serve as a reminder of that potential.
Their sneakers are more than just shoes - they are a symbol of bravery, encouraging wearers to live authentically, dare greatly, and pursue their dreams.
Culture Of Brave sneakers are designed in Italy & handcrafted with attention to detail by shoemakers in both Italy & Portugal. There are 5 key ranges, named after the attributes of brave people. Courage, Free Soul, Resilient, Bold Runner & Individual Courage.
Curve Gear is partnering with Culture of Brave to offer these stylish sneakers to South Africans, which falls into our range of Urban Gear.
- Sneaker Care Products:
Each sneaker has specific cleaning care instructions. Please ensure that the correct product & instructions are given to customers who purchase cleaning products. Note: Free Soul Range is made using super sensitive leather
Appendix A: Product Information
1. Footwear
What is 200J steel toe cap?
All Curve Gear steel toe caps are tested to an impact resistance of 200 Joules. This means that they can withstand a 20kg weight dropping from a height of one metre, or they can also withstand a 2,000kg mass rolling over the toe cap. They protect your feet from being crushed when it counts most.
Z Protect:
Anti penetration flexible kevlar plate in the sole of the shoe. This can be found in the desert boots.
a. Safety Boots
Our Safety boots are all ISO compliant S2 standard with a 200J Steel toe cap.
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Name: Brawn Product Details: ● Engineered to ISO compliant S2 standard. ● Extreme durability and reliability. ● All-day comfort and style. ● 100% genuine Nubuck leather. ● Impact and shock absorption. ● 200J resistant steel toe cap. ● Grip sole providing: oil, slip, shock and crack resistance. ● Anti-penetration protection. Best Use:
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Name: Pioneer Product Details: ● Engineered to ISO compliant S2 standard. ● Extreme durability and water resistance. ● All-day comfort and style. ● 100% smooth black leather. ● Impact and shock absorption. ● 200J resistant steel toe cap. ● Grip sole providing: oil, slip and crack resistance. ● Anti-penetration protection. Superior comfort and durability. Our memory foam inner sole gives long-lasting comfort and added productivity to plumbers while keeping their feet (mostly) dry. Best Used: plumbing - the most water-resistant boot we have |
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Name: Titan Product Details: ● Engineered to ISO compliant S2 standard. ● Extreme durability and reliability. ● All-day comfort and style. ● Impact and shock absorption. ● 200J resistant steel toe cap. ● Grip sole providing: oil, slip, shock and crack resistance. ● Anti-penetration protection. Best Use: Upper-level management/bosses |
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Renegade Product Details: ● ISO S2 Compliance. ● Steel Toe Cap. ● Steel Plate. ● Penetration Resistance. ● Oil Resistant. ● Slip Resistant. ● Chemical Resistant. ● Abrasion Resistance. ● Sweat Absorption & Breathability. ● Upper Ankle Protection. Best Used: all trade professions that require safety boots |
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Brute Product Details: ● ISO S2 Compliance. ● Steel Toe Cap. ● Steel Plate. ● Penetration Resistance. ● Oil Resistant. ● Slip Resistant. ● Chemical Resistant. ● Abrasion Resistance. ● Sweat Absorption & Breathability. ● Upper Ankle Protection. Best Use: The cheapest of our offerings aimed at big businesses that buy in bulk or have lots of employees. Also applicable to all safety boot-required environments.
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The Black Widow Moccasin Boot is designed for hard work, the outdoors or city living. Made with an oily wax full grain bovine leather, TR tyre grip sole and anti perforation insert. Creating a durable, stylish and versatile boot. Made in South Africa using local materials.
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b. 100% South African Vellies
Our Lithium Vellies are made in Durban, South Africa
Why customers love our vellies:
- Comfort: Our Vellies are known for being extremely comfortable due to their soft and supple leather, as well as their flexibility and lightweight design.
- Durability: Many people purchase our vellies because they are made to last. They are often constructed using traditional techniques and high-quality materials, which makes them durable and long-lasting.
- Versatility: Our Vellies are a versatile shoe that can be worn in a variety of settings, from casual to formal. Many people appreciate this versatility and find vellies to be a great all-around shoe.
- Style: Our Vellies are a classic and stylish shoe that can add a touch of sophistication to any outfit. People love the timeless look of vellies and often purchase them as a wardrobe staple.
- Best Use Case: lifestyle, city, braai etc - suitable for winter, weddings, formal events and office use. Good for winter - lifestyle, city, braai, farming, hunting, game parks etc
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Lithium Vellie Mid Brown Product Details: ● Leather grain unique to Curve Gear. ● Sleek, modern design. ● Durable, comfortable & long lasting. ● Stitchdown method for water resistance. ● Gentle leather lining. ● 100% South African, thick full grain Bovine Leather upper. ● Slip resistant, comfortable Thermoplastic Rubber base. |
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Lithium Vellie Choc Brown Product Details: ● Leather grain unique to Curve Gear. ● Sleek, modern design. ● Durable, comfortable & long lasting. ● Stitchdown method for water resistance. ● Gentle leather lining. ● 100% South African, thick full grain Bovine Leather upper. ● Slip resistant, comfortable Thermoplastic Rubber base. |
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Lithium Vellie Stone Product Details: ● Leather grain unique to Curve Gear. ● Sleek, modern design. ● Durable, comfortable & long lasting. ● Stitchdown method for water resistance. ● Gentle leather lining. ● 100% South African, thick full grain Bovine Leather upper. ● Slip resistant, comfortable Thermoplastic Rubber base. |
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Lithium Vellie Military Green Product Details: ● Leather grain unique to Curve Gear. ● Sleek, modern design. ● Durable, comfortable & long lasting. ● Stitchdown method for water resistance. ● Gentle leather lining. ● 100% South African, thick full grain Bovine Leather upper. ● Slip resistant, comfortable Thermoplastic Rubber base. |
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Copper Vellie Dark Brown Product Details: ● Lighter weight, breathable and durable. ● 100% South African, waxed suede upper. ● Slip resistant, comfortable Thermoplastic Rubber base. ●
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Curve Gear Chrome Vellies The sole is a robust TR crepe in a wedge design, featuring a unique wave pattern underneath for superior grip without compromising on style. Our Chrome Vellies collection offers both classic waxy leathers and an exclusive two-tone variant with a striking metallic trim, blending high fashion elements while staying true to its traditional roots. Why is it more expensive that our Lithium range? It is because we have done a collaboration with our premium sneaker brand Culture Of Brave. The lining of the shoe has extra soft lining. Overall it is a much more robust shoe. Colours: Mid Brown, Rust, Black & Silver, Black |
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Our Formal Ankle boot is made from premium full grain polishable leather. The sole is crafted from premium rubber and finished with a leather randing, which gives this boot an elegant and premium finish. It is designed with a slightly wider fit than most formal shoes, which means added comfort while still looking stylish. It also features a 3mm memory foam sock, for added comfort underfoot. The heel profile makes this a versatile style that can be worn to the office or with more casual outfits. |
c. Chelsea Boots
Very similar to our famous vellies.
Best Use Case: Good for winter - lifestyle, city, braai, farming, hunting, game parks etc.
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Mid Brown Chelsea Boot Product Details: ● Leather grain unique to Curve Gear ● Sleek, modern design ● Durable, comfortable & long-lasting ● Stitch down method for water resistance ● Gentle leather lining ● 100% South African, thick full-grain Bovine Leather upper ● Slip-resistant, comfortable Thermoplastic Rubber base. |
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Choc Brown Chelsea Boot Product Details: ● Leather grain unique to Curve Gear ● Sleek, modern design ● Durable, comfortable & long-lasting ● Stitch down method for water resistance ● Gentle leather lining ● 100% South African, thick full-grain Bovine Leather upper ● Slip-resistant, comfortable Thermoplastic Rubber base. |
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Quartz Semi Formal Chelsea Dark Brown Product Details: ● Leather grain unique to Curve Gear. ● Full grain oily leather. ● Sleek, modern design. ● Durable, comfortable & long lasting. ● Gentle leather lining. ● 100% South African, thick full grain Bovine Leather upper. |
d. Desert Boots
Ideal for short periods of time in dangerous work environments, these shoes are equipped with Kevlar soles which provide partial safety. They are perfect for someone who needs to visit a building site for a short period of time, say an hour or so.
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Graphite Desert Boot Dark Brown Product Details: ● These premium Desert Boots are designed in Italy and made in Portugal using only the finest European leather and materials. ● Featuring a soft leather inner lining for extra comfort and wearability blended with a sophisticated and contemporary design. ● Fastened to a one of a kind light sole equipped with anti-penetration kevlar plating. ● Using stitchdown construction, creating a durable and weather resistant boot. |
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Graphite Desert Boot Military Green (To Be Discontinued) Product Details: ● These premium Desert Boots are designed in Italy and made in Portugal using only the finest European leather and materials. ● Featuring a soft leather inner lining for extra comfort and wearability blended with a sophisticated and contemporary design. ● Fastened to a one of a kind light sole equipped with anti-penetration kevlar plating. ● Using stitchdown construction, creating a durable and weather resistant boot. |
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Graphite Desert Boot Mushroom (To Be Discontinued) Product Details: ● These premium Desert Boots are designed in Italy and made in Portugal using only the finest European leather and materials. ● Featuring a soft leather inner lining for extra comfort and wearability blended with a sophisticated and contemporary design. ● Fastened to a one of a kind light sole equipped with anti-penetration kevlar plating. ● Using stitchdown construction, creating a durable and weather resistant boot. |
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Graphite Desert Boot Sneaker Brown Product Details: Made from a full grain nubuck leather combined with a Bucket sole to create a uniquely stylish shoe. ● Bovine inner lining for added comfort ● 4mm Memory foam lined with leather ● Sidewalk stitching on sole for added strength |
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The Super Vellie is built for style and most importantly comfort. The super lightweight sole, made from EVA, makes this the lightest vellie boot in the market.
Oiled milled nubuck, gives the boot a buttery soft feel for added comfort and the leather lining ensures breathability. A 3mm anti perforation protective sock, gives extra protection for the adventurous wearer.
PLEASE NOTE: These Super Vellies are a narrow fit, we recommend taking a size up as it'll ensure a much more comfortable fit and feel. |
e. Culture Of Brave Product Range:
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Courage Made in Portugal |
Free Soul Made in Portugal |
Resilient Made in Portugal |
Individual Courage Made In Italy |
Bold Runners |
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Our Courage low-cut sneakers are true classic. These sneakers are designed for extreme comfort. The upper, inner lining and removable insole are all created using the finest calf-skin leather. A gently padded ankle further leads to their comfort, while Margom rubber soles ensure high durability. Featuring our signature top brass eyelets and C.O.B leather wings, we've also silkscreened "Courage on the inner tongue to remind you to keep taking those bold steps. |
Made from calf and sheep leathers using the eco-friendly white wet tanning leather processing. Stitched with the finest suede or nylon feature, each sneaker is gently lined with soft sheep's leather, including the inner sole. Featuring C.O.B wings, "Free Soul" silkscreened on the inner tongue and floating on a sporty-spirit Freedom lightweight sole. |
This is a mostly white calf-leather staple featuring our unique mid-cut shape at the back for increased styling and comfort. With a full calf-leather upper, inner lining and removable insole. Featuring our signature top brass eyelet, C.O.B leather wings and "Resilient" silkscreened on the inner tongue.
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These hand-made kangaroo leather sneakers capture the spirit of perfect imperfection and are one-of-a-kind. A removable midsole at the heart of the sneaker provides outstanding comfort that is topped with a genuine leather insole. Artisan treatments give the leather uppers, cotton shoelaces, iron eyelets and Margom rubber soles wholly exclusive shades. Every wrinkle, scratch and color-fade tells the stories of the object-dye and artisan shoemaking traditions. The Object-dye process results in a more snug-feeling when first tried on. With wearing, the leather will soften and comfort.
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Culture Of Brave’s Bold Runners reinvents classic design elements that create a new level of comfort and style.
The soft suede and mesh uppers create an immediate link to their retro runner origins. Presented in a wide range of colorways to match your personal style. With a distinctive trail-inspired rubber outsole featuring the COB wings to enhance grip and comfort, the Bold Runners are the perfect way to take your look to the next level for any occasion.
The insole/collar leather lining and upper suede are made with an eco tan – chrome-free materials
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f. Cleaning Products
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LEATHER BALM |
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REVITALIZING LEATHER CREAM When cared for, our formidable, fine leathers will only improve with age. This amazing Leather Cream protects and drastically increases the longevity of your leathers. *Tip - All leathers react differently so test on a small out of sight piece first. Once you are happy then go over the whole area. |
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CLEANING SPRAY - 100ML R 199.99
100ml Cleaning Solution. Designed to keep your leathers looking good for longer.
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LEATHER CLEANING KIT
Our highly effective Leather Cleaning Kit cleans and protects your shoes, so they’ll look good as new, no matter what you’ve put them through.
Cleans suede, leather, canvas and washable shoe surfaces.
Equipment:
A soft bristled brush. One fabric cloth. 50ml cleaning solution.
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THE RESISTOR - WATER RESISTANT SPRAY
\nWorks on all fabrics and leathers.
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