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4.5
These are some of the best tactical boots I’ve ever owned. Fresh out of the box I did 6 hours on my feet in these and I felt like I was walking on pillows.The main reason for buying these was hiking. I hike a lot, short hikes and long distance hikes (5-26 miles). My normal hikers are a different brand and I love them, but they’re more suited for warm weather. These seem nice and warm, not overly stuffed with insulation, very flexible, and excellent grip. Winter hiking is going to be amazing in these boots!!Now for the other stuff, fit is dead on for the brand. I go between a 10.5 and an 11. Typically with Merrells I’m an 11 and these fit just right, I wore “normal” thickness socks with them. With heavier socks they still fit well I just needed to loosen the laces a little bit. The toe box was just right, I didn’t feel like my toes were being scrunched. The arch support felt good, I have pretty bad arthritis in one knee and these boots actually felt good to my knee. The ankle support felt good, flexible but solid. Make sure you tighten the laces properly or they will likely bother your ankles. The soles have pretty amazing grip even on ice, yeah I tested them on icy patches today and didn’t fall. I really can’t say enough good things about these boots.I’m a CO, I walk A LOT! 12hr shifts and these have been amazing. I have been through multiple combat boots/military/police style boots and haven’t found a pair I really love or hold up the ten years I have been a CO. I’m also a woman and just sized down for my shoe size. These are worth every penny! Snow, mud, rain, blood, vomit, and other various body secretions I don’t want to mention… my feet have stayed dry and we’re not comprised with gross stuff. No break in period for me, comfortable and good quality!Are very confortable, good purchaseTight on side of toes. No pull to pull boots on. The back of boot digs into back of leg and very uncomfortable ?Comfortable boot, great on ice. Problem is they stopped being water proof after only three months. The soul of the boot leaks like crazy. If I have snow on them when I walk inside or get into my car it all melts and soaks my feet. Wish they held up better because I love the fit.Tremendous all around boots. The tread is somewhat aggressive and grips very well. Keeps your feet very warm, would be too much for even mild weather though. These boots didn’t require much of a break-in at all. I would without a doubt purchase these boots again.Very nice, durable, and sturdy boots despite weighing practically nothing. I swapped out the inner cushion forCopper Compression gel insoles which are far more comfortable for wearing all day. Not sure how durable the tread actually is, but it has much better traction on ice and snow than anything else I've tried short of crampons. The boots run a bit narrow, however, so order a half a size larger than normal and you'll be able to adjust the lacing to have them fit as needed.Fit was true to size. My son works in lawn care and maintenance. They are very comfortable and provide good protection. A little hot, but very comfortable.By far the best boots I've ever owned. Was tempted by less expensive models, but remember, you might buy 2 or 3 pairs of boots during your whole life. Totally worth it.Light weight, warm, well designed traction and walking soles. Great looking boots.
