Viking Skien Mid GTX Black/WhiteThis impressive pair of shoes is great for any occasion, and a fair representation of Vikings supreme quality. If youre looking for a high shoe thats adaptable to various occasions, you could be onto a winner here. Viking are always developing and evolving, and in the last few years alone have innovated dramatically.History and OriginViking started out nearly 100 years ago, and have had an impressive run ever since. During the postwar era they were able to take advantage of new technology, where they grew and set up in many regions of Norway. The 1970s marked a big change for the company, because they started to specialize in childrens shoes.MaterialsViking use patented Gore-Tex technology, which creates an efficient membrane that allows your childrens feet to breathe. Viking were pioneers in this regard, with their development of a windproof, waterproof, breathable layer. This is great for the conditions Norway experiences, but has worldwide appeal