Men's TechLoom Defender

Purpose built to handle the elements, the Men's APL TechLoom Defender is the ultimate exploration shoe that was designed and engineered with extreme weather in mind. The TechLoom Defender takes everything you love about APL, adds rugged durability, ultimate traction, and high-top support in a fully waterproof package.

The upper starts with a tightly knit, non-stretch rugged TechLoom base material with strategically placed TPU overlays for increased support and all-terrain durability. The entire upper undergoes a water repellent treatment to help repel moisture on the surface. The interior is lined 360° with a waterproof vapor barrier to keep water out and your socks dry. The soft and supple Lycra tongue allows free range of motion while the extended height of the collar maximizes wading depth. Thumb grips on the collar aid with ingress and egress even while wearing gloves. An oversized heel counter with molded APL logo provides additional stability and heel lock.

• Waterproof rugged TechLoom upper with TPU reinforcements, water repellent surface, and vapor barrier lining.
• Soft and supple Lycra tongue with internal gusset keeps water out.
• Extended height Lycra collar with thumb grips provide additional protection while keeping ease of entry.
• Sculpted FutureFoam midsole with soft and resilient athletic sockliner for all-day comfort.
• ULTRACT outsole construction offers ultimate traction in every situation.
• 8mm drop

Purchased items will be shipped from one of our warehouses within 2-4 business days of the order, although most orders will be shipped within 1-2 business days. (Our business days are: Monday – Friday) Shipping prices are determined directly from UPS. The cost of shipping depends on the weight of your entire order, the package size and the destination. We ship from locations in both Los Angeles and NYC. Often the location with the shortest time in transit is selected, although not always. All orders are shipped via UPS with delivery confirmation. Standard delivery time is 2-5 business days from date shipped, but may take longer due to weather and Holiday periods. We are available from Monday to Friday to answer your questions. Please send questions to: orders@shop.frontrunnersla.com

The Frontrunners LA Refund/Return Policy allows for Unused Footwear, Apparel or Accessories (excluding nutrition/food) to be Properly Returned within 30 days of Purchase. We’re a Specialty Store with 2 physical locations that strives to provide world class customer service to every customer. Therefore (if and only if) you live in LA County, Footwear may be Used and Returned to any of our 2 locations up to 15 days following the online purchase.  Please note this is only for local customers. Used Footwear cannot be Returned in any other case. If so, a Refund will not be provided. If the Product was marked as FINAL SALE, it is not eligible for a Refund, Return, or Exchange. Several Types of products are exempt from the 15-day Return Policy: Any Used Apparel cannot be Returned as well as any Accessories. This includes any Nutritional Items. This will be strictly enforced. Additional non-returnable items: (Gift cards) If there’s an original shipping charge, it is not refundable, however we do provide a Free Shipping Label to return the products.To start your return, please send an email to: orders@shop.frontrunnersla.com We’ll very quickly email you a Prepaid USPS Return Label. Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer, any returns sent this way will no longer be available for a refund from Frontrunners LA.Please note a working email is required to process returns. Refunds (if applicable): We make processing returns a priority. Once your return is received and inspected, we'll send an email notifying you the refund has been processed. We will also notify you via email if your refund request has been rejected.  Although, this is rare and does not occur if the above steps are followed. If the return is approved, then your refund will be processed and a credit will be applied to your original method of payment. Late or missing refunds (if applicable):   Please note, even though we immediately issue the Credit, it may take a few days for the Refund to finalize on your statement. This is due to credit card and banks best practices. If it does not quickly appear, please wait a couple more days. Then contact your credit card company, it may take several days before your refund is officially posted.If it is still not received, please contact your bank.If you’ve done all of the above and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us at orders@shop.frontrunnersla.com -Sale items (if applicable):Sale items can be returned using the same Return Policy as above. -Exchanges (if applicable): Exchanges are logistically challenging to execute with online sales unless you visit our physical store.  We’d prefer to issue a refund/credit on the first order and then have a 2nd new order placed.  We’re able to create a Draft order and send it to you if that is the preference.  That Draft order will have a link direct to the cart and the new product. Exchanges and Returns are preferably to be done in-store:   11620 San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90049 or 20611 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance CA 90503