Anything that goes on feets and is tacticool. Bonus points for reviews!
I personally prefer jungle boots, but they beat up your feet after a long day constantly on them, atleast for me. RAT Boots are probably one of the most comfortable boots i've ever owned, but they're heavy as hell. Looking for any reccomendations similar to this.
My jungles cracked after only a year, with a lot of maintenance. I bought these brand new at a surplus store, 1989 dated.
And my RAT boots wear differently than eachother after about a year of on/off use. Feels like im walking on sunshine while also having cement blocks for feet.
I wore issue jungles for 7 years in the infantry across the continents in all weather and terrain. I damn near cried when they finally fell apart.
>>30629770
Thanks for the input. I mostly work in hard tiled spaces with a little outside, that combined with the hardness of the rubber and steel plate really made my feet hurt after awhile. Did the plate ever fall out on yours?
>>30629770
Do you cry when sockets wrenches break too?
Its a tool, you just replace it.
>>30629797
I went to school and learned about literary references. I'm sorry my scope of description passed you by.
>>30629790
>Did the plate ever fall out on yours?
Never even came close. With the exception of winter environments, I forgot it was even there.
Cold weather and metal compounds the effects of chilly feet.
>>30629680
Those are my boots, bought them for 36 USD. Looking for some civilian boots if anyone has any good ones.
>>30629797
Lighten up and suck dick, no one likes a bitter faggot. Happiness awaits outside of that closet
Took a little bit to break in, but they're amazing once the leather softens. I hope Rocky puts out a Gore Tex version for innawinterwonderland things.
>>30629981
Lol i paid 250 for mine, live right next to the danner outlet.
>>30629929
One time i was wearing them and had my feet next to a fire. they heated up so hot and i couldnt get them off, now there is a little hard spot where it "boiled" the rubber.
>>30630061
$250 is a lot. Perhaps your outlet source isn't the best option.
>>30630073
lol
I never heard of that happening. Funny. I hope your feet are doing well.
>>30629633
Merrel Moabs are 10/10 tier.
The choice of many operators that have the option to choose their own footwear.
Jungle boots are good also, but for the jungle it is better to wear crocs
>>30629633
Merrel MOAB GTX have had them for 2years now, still comfy.
plan on getting salomon quest 4d 2 gtx
I've got a couple pair of Ballvilles but I really enjoy wearing these Justins. They're becoming more and more my go to boots. Not my first choice for hiking or running, but the day to day walking around they are fantastic.
>>30630190
>Ballvilles
Belleville
what do you all think about these kind of boots? The cheap ones?
>>30630129
Moabs are full fucking pleb tier
>>30630129
I would, but thats a lot of money for fucking mesh, fake suede and rubber.
>>30630256
That guy didnt use moab you fucking pleb.
>Moabs are pleb tier
OK
>>30630286
Moabs hold up and 70-80 bucks is not much at all for quality boots.
My mountaneering boots are about 300$ and that's a normal price
>>30630190
>roper
Get full cuban heel or you a fag
>>30630301
Where are y'all finding good prices?
>>30630256
>Is breaking in boots a meme?
>Is earpro a meme?
>Is firearm safety a meme?
>Is not shooting your own head a meme?
>Is breathing a meme?
>>30630314
Amazon a while ago.
I bought mine on a special deal.
They're still worth it but always vote with your wallet, 140$ is crazy. Fuck them.
>>30630307
Yea ok
>>30630339
Comfort is key, and sometimes the prive is never too high.
>>30630314
>>30630339
He's looking at the Gortex line... non-Gortex is significantly cheaper.
>>30630351
>filename
Kek ya got me feller
>>30630356
I live in the PNW so its kinda a must, especially in innawoods scenario.
>>30629633
Its ok to wear if it gives toy a boner
>>30629633
Oakley Light Assault Boot
>Bonus points for reviews!
I've had mine for two years now. They're my security guard footwear so I've worn them for about 625 shifts so far.
Cost $125?
They're still serviceable.
Feel similar to my Nike Free's.
I can sprint like the wind.
They dry out FAST.
Super silent, my pants make more noise than the boots. Consequently, I've had to find the quietest pair of pants possible to walk in. Your pants will always be louder than the sound of these boots hitting the ground.
But there's no steel shank so while I haven't caught a nail yet, if I do it will puncture my foot.
The only boot I'd actually replace them with (for work) are Danner Tachyons.
>>30630394
Thanks senpai
>>30630394
Is senpai set to senpai? F A M
>>30630444
Holy shit the mods have changed f.am to senpai... How long has this been going on???
Danner is one of the few boot companies that actually make a 4E, and actually state the sizing rather than just stating "wide". I wanted a boot that I could have repaired rather than just chucked out. I wish they had a bit more cushioning though. Adding an insole just crowds up the toebox.
>>30630458
I genuinely dont understand those zipper attachments, maybe because my ankle is small so it probably wouldnt work.
>>30630482
I just wanted try them and surprisingly it "laces" up nice and tight. These are 8'' tall so they go well over the ankle. If the zipper ever breaks or something I always have the two laces to put back in :)
>>30630448
Like a couple years as I recall
>>30629633
Someone stop me from dropping a metric shitton of money on these.
My babies bought them as half lined Austrian para boots fuck knows what they actually are have them 4 years comfiest boots I own and the best 40 yoyos I've ever spent
What is better? Keen or Merrell?
>>30631278
Is that even a real question?
Keen by a wide margin, but keen isn't really that amazing. They are solid though. BCM of the boot world.
>>30631278
Asolo
Have the 520 and its the best boot I've ever owned, daily'd them for 3y now, only shoe ive had live longer than 2y
>>30631325
I've never owned either brand STOP BEING MEAN TO ME REEEEEEEEEE
My personal favorites are Brahma brand work shoes. They don't cost much more than decent sneakers (40 bucks or so a pair) but Christ do they last forever. And not only that, but they are almost all steel-toe, except a few that are rated for electrical work. Best of all they have several "models" or whatever that are basically styled just like ordinary sneakers; they look nice for everyday, ordinary wear.
Naturally Wal-Mart is completely fucking sold out of size 11s of the kind I want, and my old pair are finally falling apart. Goddammit.
>>30630394
LEO here, I've been wearing goretex Danner Tachyons for about 2 years at work. They're fucking great and I would recommend them to anyone.
>>30630458
low profile insole or maybe some padded socks (like darn tough)
Am I the only one who hates goretex? My feet sweat to damn much.
>>30631493
They're definitely hotter, and not always worth it.
If you're somewhere you don't think it's likely to get your feet wet, like an arid area, I wouldn't wear them.
If you're somewhere it rains a lot or there's a bunch of places to get your feet wet, they're generally worth it, imo.
>>30631391
Those were horrible. I remember some parts were made of cardboard that would collapse if it got wet.
http://www.hessenantique.com/Low_Boots_with_hobnails_w_Heavy_Duty_Soles_p/2118029.htm
Would these be good hiking boots? Does anyone have experience with hessen Antique's boots?
>>30631493
I used to use cheap boots that were "waterproof" (basically just a rubber membrane) and the boots would be like an oven inside. Goretex really keeps things much cooler provided you don't use the wrong polishes on leather boots.
Salomon is GOAT, in love with their Speed Assaults and Quests 4D GTX
>>30629981
That's cos you bought wellcos which are complete and utter garbage, those botched tore apart in 1 week after a pb op.
Company recalled all of em and bought danner.
>>30630286
excuse me whats the brand and name of those boots?
i desperately need a pair
I highly recommend
>>30632876
AGH FUCK
MOON BOOTS
>>30632876
Would have loved them but unfortunately they don't make them in 4E.
>>30630444
>>30630448
>still unironically using f a m
kys
My security guard boots have been Magnums up until my most recent 5.11 purchase. Magnums were more comfortable overall however I am looking for a brand that has arch support.
Reminder that boot stretchers will save you a lot of time in breaking your new boots in. Just leave them in when you take them off
>>30632824
Got the same boots for the same price. They're made by Bates.
>>30633063
Here's a novel idea - get arch support inserts and wear whatever the hell you desire.
In return, please submit my nomination to the nobel prize panel.
>>30633108
The only upside of bates in my experience is how light and snug they are, other than that they aren't very durable for let's say heavy hikes, but if you aren't carrying a really heavy load or traveling constantly in rough terrain they're great.
In the case of boots.
You get what you pay for.
>>30630444
Nice trips.
Been that way for awhile desu senpai
I am looking for some operator tier street wear famarino.
What shoes/boots would you recommend?
i like them
>>30633638
sauce fampire?
>>30633655
for what? its my boot and rifle
Not operating with /k/rocs, the best boots ever made.
>>30633664
Boots
Rifle too if you want.
>>30633686
Merrel Moabs
>>30633638
Chair. Looks super comfy.
>>30633692
Would you say they are
>>30633630 ?
>>30633695
some $50 special from staples. its not comfy anymore
>>30633630
>>adidas GSG9
Anyone here have wide feet? I'm talking 4E?
Does anyone make good boots in 4E?
Waterproofing is a must since I'm in Colorado.
>>30633748
htey squeek like motherfuckers, even after a stout scrub with a wirebrush and brake cleaner on the soles.
SQUEEK SQUEEK SQUEEK SQUEEK!
>>30633630
^being said
The newer Adidas trail runners and hiking boots are pretty decent though, if you can find them cheap.
Sambas are иcтинный cлaвянин яpyc
>>30632834
BF Goodrich M1948 russet boots
Closest to it you'll get is corcoran jump boots
>>30633776
White's boots Spokane Washington
>>30629633
Don't wear fucking RAT boots
Source; I'm a devil dawg
>>30635146
Shut up boot, I wore em and they were fucking slick, maybe you need to do more sprints fatty.
>>30630353
Then Merrel Moab is 4U
>>30633776
Danner makes extra wide boots.
>>30629728
2 months and this shit...so pissed
>>30632785
Unless you're reenacting, avoid hobnails.
They can be dangerously slippery on many surfaces, as well as rather uncomfortable if you're unused to them.
Jungles work well in all environments..
I'm using Under Armour Valsetz for my driving/delivery job. They're comfy, maybe a little hot but it's summer. Ankle support is really loose. Good for driving for me though.
>>30629633
The only pair you'll ever need.
>>30639357
Price?
>>30638766
good boots but make sure to un tie and un zip fully. constant putting on and taking off tore the back end just above the heel
Dan Post Albuquerque boots fo lyfe. Well made, waterproof, and look good.
>>30639442
any amount is too much to pay for konami cuck weebshit
>>30639442
Around a grand if you're lucky enough to find them.
where to buying good wool socks
>>30639445
Sounds like shitty made footwear.
When I was going through Ranger school, we were asked to volunteer to wear experimental boots. The hook and bait was that we could keep whatever we wore.
I said fuck that. I wore my issue leg boots. Others stepped up and took on the challenge. They all - 100% of them - regretted it. The backs blew out, the soles came undone and the stitching loosened.
I almost felt sorry for them. The only suck thing was those who I needed for my assault teams. I would have had hard chargers. Instead, I had whiny bitches.
Stick with what you know.
>>30639442
592.75 us dollars, 60000 yen in Japanese monies
Anyone ever had bleville mini mills?
I'm used to wearing desert show type things with 0 drop soles but I'd like some more ankle support
Hey /k/,
I'm in the process of getting a uniformed security and an armored courier job here soon, and my boss said that I would need to purchase and wear a black boot that fits with the uniform or is a uniform style boot. I'm gonna be on my feet from anywhere between 8-12 hours so I would prefer a boot that is more for walking/running on mostly even terrain (probably concrete/asphalt and dirt roads), that will be used in hot and cold climates with minimal humidity.
Any recommendations on what I should be looking for in particular? Should I buy a pair for hot weather and a pair for cold weather? Thanks!
r8 me
>Casual
Red Wing Iron Ranger
>Outdoors/Innawoods
Salomon Men's Quest 4D 2 GTX
>Work
Timberland Pro Pitboss
I don't wear ABU's anymore, but my ABU boots are some Belleville sage green combat boots. They're the comfiest things ever.
For my OCP's, I wear some tan Jungle boots. They look a hell of a lot better than the Rockies
>>30639898
your work boots should also be your casual boots unless you're some kind of ninny
>>30639888
Just get whatever is comfortable when standing at long periods of time.
You're not going to battle. You'll be watching someone else's property for a few bucks an hour.
>>30639928
I prefer soft toe casual boots.
.mil guy here I wear Rocky's daily, I have a set of C4's, and a set of S2V's. I've got about two years in the C4's and they are still holding up well, but it's about replacement time, the S2V's are beasts and will last many years, Cadillacs for your feet, I fully recommend for duty use.
>>30639982
Do you also recommend using my first aid bandage as a cum rag?
Fuck off. Issue boots are better than your wannabe bullshit.
>>30639935
I have a pair of 5.11 ATAC 8' side zip boots. would those be okay?
>>30640007
so salty. How are rocky's wannabe be bullshit? Comfy boots are a bad thing now?
>>30633776
Danner has 4E in Acadia and one of the desert models which I can't recall. I have 4E feet and once tried on a pair of wide Merrel MOABS and the toebox seemed generous enough.
>>30640035
>Comfy
No, just you transgender types.
It would be nice if I could find some comfortable ones or a cowboy boots version
>>30640034
>side zip
>>30640076
k faggot. can't even give me a single reason as to why you're so ass mad about a pair of boots.
>>30640080
what's wrong with side zip? not waterproof or something?
>>30640091
If you have an opinion, state it. Don't try to lend your preferences on your military background. That's complete bullshit.
That's why I'm "assmad."
I've humped more ground than I've driven in an automobile. I know about boots. If you want something reliable, stick with the original.
>>30640034
i like em. they are thick on the sides, they are for cold weather. i wear em in the desert. still good. in combat i would prefer them thinner
>>30640102
big ass point of failure on something that should be sturdy and stay on your feet.
>>30635852
>boot
>sprints
>fatty
ive worn nothing but RATs my entire enlistment. I wish I could afford to wear something else but I get dicked in my pocket by the green weenie every 15th & 1st. Also going up alpha shelf, recon ridge, reaper, mount motherfucker, and shitty ass Pendleton and back in RATs is a fucking killer. Something light is definitely preferable when rucking uphill
>>30635071
>>30637757
>>30640058
Thank you guys!
>>30638178
Fucking East Coast/Hawaii/Oki fag
>>30640102
there is leather behind the zip just fyi
>>30640141
sweet, i'll just stick with those in that case
thanks for the response!
I have never been on a hike where I wanted to swap out my shoes for boots.
What is this theoretical bermuda triangle where terrain is so hellacious that locking in your ankle and giving up the ability to bend your soles is actually an advantage?
>>30640132
You're pants on head retarded. I said, I'm military, these are the boots I wear at work, would recommend. You got pissed off for no reason, talking assmad bullshit about nothing. You have nothing to say about either pair of boots I listed, and I'm just sitting here wasting my time replying to a faggot troll. Have fun "humping" the ground queer, kys.
>>30640226
If you have never exposed yourself to hardships then you ought to be happy. Stick to your Sunday strolls. Enjoy life and ignore us.
>>30640256
It's actually the more intense hikes that make me even more set in my opinion.
>large amount of vertical climb
>with soles that don't flex
Yeah it makes perfect sense.
>>30640247
>wasting my time replying to a faggot troll
I'm not a faggot troll. I'm someone who has been there and done that.
I recommend using what we were issued. I do not assign my background in the military to something I like better - unlike you.
Stop acting like a pouting ex-girlfriend.
>>30630256
I came here to post this. You beat me to it.
Fuckhead.
Needing a new pair of AR 670-1 compliant boots. Was thinking the SV2's, but they're fucking expensive and I hear they're heavy. I'm looking for a light strong boot for rucking, especially. Currently wearing Belleville C390's that somehow have a rip in the rubber from walking in sand for 9 months. Anything good, fol/k/s?
>>30632805
>quick lacing
What are you, 9?
>the MOAB meme
Couldn't ask for uglier, less stable shoes. This needs to die.
Salomon Quest 4D II is GOAT plebs. Invest in your feet.
Nick's Rangers
Similar to White's and Wesco
>>30642359
That heal makes you look like a dance club prostitute.
>>30631376
I used to work an outfitter store for weekend warriors and adventure-fags. I've worn Asolo, Solomon, Merril, Garmont, North Face, Danner, blah blah blah.
Gods honest truth is that most of the time the shoe is specific to the wearer, the purpose of the shoe vs the needs of the wearer, and quality of the slave labor that made the shoes.
For general purpose operations I used USMC Danner Rats, personal purchase. The issued RATs fell the fuck apart and I largely believe that to be the fault of the specific manufacturer. As a result a lot of jarheads distrust Danner, which I find to be a shame, they make good product, it's just ass over head expensive.
For civilian side work I wear an approach shoe from Merrill because they break in quick, are priced well, and will a good insole feel great.
If you need some good guidance on insoles I strongly recommend "Superfeet" copper. It was like standing on a temperpedic bed and I could transfer them from shoe to shoe.
My every day boots.
>>30642451
Meme tier, i know they arent but clarks desert boots arent fucking comfortable. Sole is too soft, they slip, weird sizing and they look horrible with anything other than tan socks and rhodie shorts
>>30642446
I wore RAT's, i got from the outlet store here in portland, today to mow the lawn and other lawncare. Lasted 2 hours and my left foot's arch hurts like hell, and that was over 12 hours ago.
>>30642446
Danners and Merrills. Understood. Thanks for the feedback.
>>30639621
Online.
Darn Good, Point Six, Smartwool, etc.
>>30642451
Are you attempting to lure another homosexual?
>>30642470
>>30642471
What works for me does not translate to "will work for everyone." Try stuff on and walk around the store for a bit with it.
If you're having arch pains I feel bad for you son, there's 99 problems and the insole will solve 98 of them.
>>30642451
Another thing that pisses me off
>low cut 3 laced boots
>boots
Sure they may cover our ankle, but a boots is supposed to provide anke SUPPORT not loose cow hide wrappig
>>30642487
Factory insole, anything else and they're too loose.
>>30639621
How are those? Do the straps hurt?
>>30641763
>implying people enjoy taking 30 seconds to tie their shoes when time is critical...
>>30633116
Done
>>30642522
Wat.
No man, you take the factory insole out and you replace it with a Superfeet insole.
5906 Worx by Red Wing. They took about 2 weeks to fully break in. Steel toe box, steel shank, textured rubber heel and toe. A bit on the heavy side, but they feel like they are definitely going to hold up. I wear them every day.
BUT, /k/ probably has some fucking hang up about Red Wings that I haven't discovered yet, so flame away nogunz!
>>30642938
fuck.
>>30629633
>>30630028
>>30630190
>>30630217
>>30630394
>>30630812
>>30632876
>>30638766
>>30639357
>>30639500
>stock photos
"I dont actually own this, but I'm going to pretend I do because I think it looks cool"
I like my ok hiking boots, even used while I worked in office. Shirt and jeans and it was all right
is the best
Borrowing the thread.
Was out in the field 1½ week ago for two days with heavy rain. Since then Ive lost feeling in both my big toes. Anyone know if this is dangerous or common amongst beginners that isnt used to rucking?
![81NaG3C+KZL._UX695_[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/iE44v3H.jpg "81NaG3C+KZL._UX695_[1].jpg")
Is it a good idea to get something like pic related? I live on 62 acres and there's about a mile hike around the property (southern VA near the mountains). I also go out to do stuff like garden and get the mail and shoot things and stuff. I usually wear flip flops because they're easy and I'm looking for something better.
Currently sitting down after chopping trees. Corcoran 1525s are killer.
>>30643441
For input, I've had these for well over a year. I do a lot of walking, running, and general outside work in them.
>>30643412
i had those, they were awful. fit was shallow and they squeaked like a mofo.
>>30642451
Same, but more my "go to the grocery store" boots because I like the look with jeans. They get fucked the second you stray from the sidewalk though, I've already gone through two pairs doing shit to them that they weren't designed for. Traction is nonexistent which makes them hard to wear sometimes.
Basically I like them but I don't think I'm going to ever get another pair, I'm way too hard on them. I get why they're standard for men's fashion stuff but they can't stand up to even the remotest /k/ user.
>>30643511
Ugh. I basically just want hiking Crocs. It's a pain in the ass to find socks and put on boots multiple times per day and if I don't find a good alternative I'm just going to keep wearing flip flops.
>>30642473
>darn tough
>>30631278
I had a pair of Keen sandals and they only last 10 months of daily wear before they blew out. I have a pair of merrell hiking boots that I've used for doing hikes, 5mi walks, rain and muddy shooting, and general farm use over the past 5 years and they are still going strong.
I'm not saying merrell boots are great cause they aren't. they are a decent starter boot to let you learn what you need in a boot before you drop 250+ on a serious pair of shoes.
I currently use lowa renegade gtx mids for general hiking or when I'm out and about on the ranch. They've been holding up well so far.
Just use the merrells to figure out how you walk your boot. if you tend to get toe blowouts and just more general wear on the toe then I'd look at something like the lowa ronan gta since it has a 1 piece construction to minimize toe blowout risks.
>>30642654
Nah they're not painful, really. One thing I don't particularly like is that leather straps with holes means that the fit is usually a littls too tight or a little too loose. It shouldn't hurt, since at that point you could just go up a hole.
>>30639621
smartwool
>>30643710
Fuckin DATs don't know how to tie their boots
>>30643390
try /out/
or a doctor
Got a pair of Danner rivot tfx's that I ended up having to send back because they were a little narrow. Seemed like fucking awesome boots, they were heavier than the nikes that I had, but honestly they felt lighter and sturdier which is awesome
>>30642969
Actually, I >>30638766 do own them. I just didn't feel like taking a picture, shrinking it down, and uploading it.
Happy now cunt?
>>30629699
How often did you oil them?
