We stock a wide selection of these combat boots in both regular and steel toe models.
Special forces wearing hiking boots.
Full size 8 tactical boots are better for long hikes with a lot of gear on your back.
They have steel shanks to protect you from punji sticks.
They feel like great hiking boots.
That s why for me the merrell moab mid is the best.
You re kidding right.
Especially if we re talking about rough terrain.
Most special operations forces sof like to wear salomon boots or asolo hiking boots.
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In special forces your boots and your feet are your lifelines.
Excellent for urban areas for example.
With a good grip that doesn t clog in mud flexible but strong cordura panels and black leather on top so you can still look good on parade.
Lightweight 6 tactical boots are comfortable on shorter distances light loads.
Where this boot failed for me was that it was too hot and too complex.
They give you less ankle support but you don t need it either.
The asolo brand hiking boot model fsn 95 gtc are issued to several sof units and are well regarded by those unit members.
These boots unlike the moab require a break in period.
I know things are advanced now but we were in afghanistan in the 80s.
Both salomon and asolo make models with gore tex water proof breathable skin and their boots accept orthotic insoles.
The key is to have a boot that will stand up to a lot of abuse.
Without a great pair of leather personnel carriers you won t get very far.
Of course there are times when the old reliable general service boot is the best option.
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Lee stuart evans lalo jungle combat boot review jul 06 2020 the lalo tactical shadow jungle combat boot is a military spec boot with excellent quick drainage and moisture wicking for harsh humid hot trails.
We didn t need the boots to be as high as the jungle boots we wanted boots that worked more like a sneaker.
Since a large part of the special forces credo is to be ready to go at any time speed lace and size zip boots are also available to our customers.
When i got to 10th special forces group in 2006 they issued me a pair of tactical athletic boots they also felt like a nice progression back then.