Contra Heist™ – Summer 2026 Pre-Order Collection
This is a pre-order! Late August / Early September Delivery
The next evolution of lightweight modular performance footwear is here.
The Contra Heist™ is designed for professionals who want lightweight comfort, adaptable traction, and athletic-style mobility across changing work environments. Built for roofing professionals, inspectors, adjusters, installers, and tradesmen, the Heist™ delivers a flexible low-top design that transitions naturally between rooftops, ladders, jobsites, and everyday wear.
This Summer 2026 pre-order release introduces two all-new Heist™ colorways, each including our new Gummy-X Grip pad and upgraded Roof Runner traction pad standard in the box.
Pre-sale only. Limited production run.
Available Colorways & Packages
Flare / Orange
A bold, high-visibility colorway built to stand out on the jobsite with aggressive contrast styling and athletic-inspired energy.
Designed for professionals who want lightweight performance footwear with unmistakable visual presence.
Includes:
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1 pair of Contra Heist™ shoes
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1 pair of Gummy-X Grip pads
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1 pair of Roof Runner pads
Vector / Dark Green WP
A waterproof dark green edition built for wet conditions, cooler weather, and all-season versatility.
Designed to provide lightweight mobility with added weather resistance for changing environments and unpredictable conditions.
Includes:
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1 pair of Contra Heist™ shoes
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1 pair of Gummy-X Grip pads
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1 pair of Roof Runner pads
Midnight Black GX (additional sizes available)
A sleek, all-black colorway built for those who prefer a low-profile look without sacrificing performance. The Midnight Black 2-in-1 Edition pairs everyday comfort with enhanced traction versatility through the modular TRACTEX™ outsole system.
Designed for professionals who move between surfaces and want a single footwear system ready for changing conditions.
Includes:
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1 pair of Contra Heist™ shoes
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1 pair of Gummy-X Grip pads
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1 pair of Roof Runner pads
Midnight Black RR (additional sizes available)
Our most cost-effective Heist package, built specifically for users who spend the majority of their time on shingle roofs and similar high-friction surfaces.
Featuring the same lightweight Heist platform paired exclusively with our Roof Runner traction pads, this package delivers roof-focused performance at the best entry price.
Includes:
Lightweight Performance Design
The Heist™ is engineered around a lightweight cushioned platform designed to reduce fatigue while maintaining flexibility and mobility throughout the workday.
Unlike bulky, rigid roofing footwear, the Heist™ is built to move naturally between:
- Roof inspections
- Ladder work
- Everyday jobsite movement
- Sales & estimating
- General trade work
- Ground-to-roof transitions
The athletic-inspired low-top design provides lightweight comfort for long days without sacrificing adaptable traction performance.
Included Traction Systems
Gummy-X Grip Pad
Inspired by classic skate shoe traction with a soft rubber compound designed for versatile everyday grip and smooth surface adaptability.
Excellent for:
- General walking
- Smooth surfaces
- Ladder movement
- Everyday wear
- Jobsite transitions
Designed to balance traction, comfort, flexibility, and durability in a lightweight modular platform.
Roof Runner Pad
Purpose-built for shingles, composite roofing, felt, plywood, and common residential roof surfaces.
Features include:
- High-traction soft rubber compound
- Dust and granule channeling design
- Replaceable modular construction
- Improved durability over previous generations
Built specifically for roofing professionals who need adaptable traction across changing roof surfaces.
TRACTEX™ Modular Outsole System
Every Contra Heist™ features our TRACTEX™ interchangeable outsole platform.
As traction pads wear, simply replace the pads instead of replacing the entire shoe.
Benefits include:
- Adaptable traction for different surfaces
- Reduced downtime
- Longer overall system life
- Consistent traction performance
- Easy field replacement
Waterproof Option
Vector / Dark Green WP
The Vector colorway features waterproof upper construction designed to help shed moisture during:
- Wet weather
- Morning dew
- Frost
- Light snow
- Damp roofing surfaces
Built for changing conditions without sacrificing lightweight comfort and mobility.
Fit
FIT: Half size down from standard shoe size for best fit.
Pre-Sale Information
Estimated delivery window:
Late August / Early September 2026
This is a limited pre-order production run. Inventory is not guaranteed after pre-sale closes.
Review our pre-sale and return policy here:
Contra Return Policy
Intended Use
The Contra Heist™ is designed as a lightweight performance work sneaker intended for roofing inspections, ladder work, general jobsite movement, exterior trades, and everyday professional use where lightweight comfort and adaptable traction are preferred.
The Heist™ may be used across a variety of professional trade and construction environments; however, users should understand that high-friction activities, repetitive kneeling, abrasive surfaces, dragging toes, prolonged contact with rough decking, concrete, and heavy construction wear can accelerate outsole pad wear and reduce overall product lifespan. Modular traction pads are designed to be replaceable as part of normal wear and maintenance.
⚠ Contra footwear and traction pads are not certified safety devices or PPE and are not guaranteed to prevent slips, trips, or falls. Always assess environmental and jobsite conditions and use proper fall protection, harnesses, and required safety equipment when working at height or in hazardous environments.
Legal Disclaimer
⚠ Contra traction pads and footwear are not certified safety devices and should never be used as substitutes for required fall protection or other safety equipment. Always follow OSHA regulations and use proper harnesses, ropes, and protective gear when working at heights. While Contra products are designed to enhance traction, they do not guarantee slip prevention or eliminate fall risks. Users assume all responsibility for proper use, inspection, and application. Contra assumes no liability for accidents, misuse, or improper application.
