Walk onto almost any NZ worksite and you'll spot Bison boots. They've earned their place as a dependable, value-for-money safety footwear brand that just gets on with the job. Here's a look at the range and how to choose.
Why tradies choose Bison
- Tough & durable — built to handle daily site punishment.
- Comfortable all day — cushioned, supportive builds for long shifts.
- Great value — solid protection without the premium price tag.
- Wide choice — lace-up, zip-side and slip-on, steel or composite toe.
The Bison XT range
The XT line is Bison's most popular series — a comfortable, hard-wearing everyday safety boot. Zip-side styles make them easy on and off, lace-ups give a locked-in fit, and slip-ons suit quick jobs. All carry toe protection and slip-resistant soles for site work.
Choosing the right Bison boot
Think about your toe-cap preference (steel is tougher, composite is lighter and non-metallic), whether you want lace, zip or slip-on, and the conditions you work in. Our complete safety-boot guide walks through toe caps, soles and fit, and you can compare the wider safety-boot range. Get the fit right with our foot-health guide.
Frequently asked questions
Are Bison safety boots any good?
Bison is one of the most widely worn safety footwear brands on New Zealand sites, known for tough, well-priced boots that hold up to daily trade and industrial use. The XT range in particular is a popular all-rounder.
What is the Bison XT range?
The Bison XT range is a line of everyday safety boots and shoes built for comfort and durability on site — available in lace-up, zip-side and slip-on styles with steel or composite toe protection.
Do Bison boots have steel toes?
Most Bison safety boots come with a protective toe cap — either steel or a lighter composite — plus slip-resistant soles suited to construction, trades and industrial work.
Where can I buy Bison boots in NZ?
Kiwi Workgear stocks a large Bison range with fast NZ delivery from Masterton, covering safety boots, shoes and gumboots across the XT and wider line-up.
Kiwi Workgear are workwear and safety specialists based in Masterton, supplying tradies, farmers and forestry crews across New Zealand since 2009. Free NZ shipping on orders over $250.
