Tactical footware

Jffal · June 2, 1999, 07:40 PM

Like to know what type are desirable and where to get them. Price is a consideration.
The shoes or boots would have to be comfortable for day long wear involving constant moving around, hopefully have good ankle support and provide protection around toe hungry 50lb boxes.
I know some such footware sport synthetic as opposed to metal inserts.
Jeff

June 2, 1999, 09:22 PM

Hi Jeff,

There was a thread not too long ago discussing the term tactical. Look it up and you will probably get a laugh

. I don't know if I am missing something, do you mean sturdy hiking boots for general purpose use?

regards,

olazul

Erick Gelhaus · June 2, 1999, 11:59 PM

If Olazul's enjoyable response

didn't suffice and really want some serious "black nylon & velcro" boots that fit & work (& if you have a thick wallet), I'd suggest the GSG9 model from Adidas.
I was lucky enough to have a boss who convinced the department that he & I needed them. They are very comfortable!

Check 6,
Erick

Kodiac · June 3, 1999, 02:01 PM

I think the thread was called "SICK OF TACTICAL"

But don't quote me...

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RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE

Mike Spight · June 3, 1999, 02:53 PM

Jffal: Erick's recommendation on the Adidas GSG9 model is a good one, if you want to spend big bucks. They're an issue item for certain SOF units here and abroad. OTOH, GI jungle boots (new black ones w/padded nylon upper) fitted with a GOOD quality sole insert are very servicable and extremely affordable. I've jumped and rucked with them and they do just fine.
Good luck on your choice...
Mike

Morgan · June 3, 1999, 03:14 PM

You want the best? You'll have to pay for it, but you can find it at www.danner.com .

Trust me, they're worth it.

June 2, 1999, 07:40 PM	#1
Jffal Senior Member Join Date: March 1, 1999 Posts: 364	Like to know what type are desirable and where to get them. Price is a consideration. The shoes or boots would have to be comfortable for day long wear involving constant moving around, hopefully have good ankle support and provide protection around toe hungry 50lb boxes. I know some such footware sport synthetic as opposed to metal inserts. Jeff

June 2, 1999, 09:22 PM	#2
olazul Guest Posts: n/a	Hi Jeff, There was a thread not too long ago discussing the term tactical. Look it up and you will probably get a laugh . I don't know if I am missing something, do you mean sturdy hiking boots for general purpose use? regards, olazul

June 2, 1999, 11:59 PM	#3
Erick Gelhaus Staff Emeritus Join Date: October 28, 1998 Location: Northern CA Posts: 2,750	If Olazul's enjoyable response didn't suffice and really want some serious "black nylon & velcro" boots that fit & work (& if you have a thick wallet), I'd suggest the GSG9 model from Adidas. I was lucky enough to have a boss who convinced the department that he & I needed them. They are very comfortable! Check 6, Erick

June 3, 1999, 02:01 PM	#4
Kodiac Senior Member Join Date: August 17, 1999 Posts: 1,173	I think the thread was called "SICK OF TACTICAL" But don't quote me... ------------------ RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE

June 3, 1999, 02:53 PM	#5
Mike Spight Senior Member Join Date: February 15, 1999 Location: Leavenworth, KS USA Posts: 606	Jffal: Erick's recommendation on the Adidas GSG9 model is a good one, if you want to spend big bucks. They're an issue item for certain SOF units here and abroad. OTOH, GI jungle boots (new black ones w/padded nylon upper) fitted with a GOOD quality sole insert are very servicable and extremely affordable. I've jumped and rucked with them and they do just fine. Good luck on your choice... Mike

June 3, 1999, 03:14 PM	#6
Morgan Senior Member Join Date: October 29, 1998 Posts: 945	You want the best? You'll have to pay for it, but you can find it at www.danner.com . Trust me, they're worth it.