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Military Tactical Work Boots for Hiking Motorcycling EMS EMT Combat Outdoors
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- ALL-DAY COMFORT AND SPEED: Engineered with specific end users in mind, these boots feature a breathable, coyote brown suede leather and durable nylon upper. The combination of flexible soles and athletic cemented construction offers lightweight comfort that supports you every step of the way in your daily job. Say goodbye to hassle with the YKK side zippers, allowing quick and easy on and off without the need to untie or tie shoelaces.
- 3-SOLE IMPACT-ABSORBING SYSTEM: Designed to combat foot fatigue and provide maximum flexibility, our boots feature an innovative 3-sole impact-absorbing system. We've engineered a durable rubber outsole, an ultra-flexible lightweight EVA midsole, and a removable cushioned insole that accommodates custom orthopedics. This advanced system ensures superior shock and impact absorption, allowing you to stay comfortable all day long.
- CONQUER TOUGH CONDITIONS: Our boots are expertly engineered to withstand the harshest environments. Crafted with a breathable suede and an 800D nylon upper, they offer rugged protection and durability. The advanced moisture-wicking lining keeps your feet dry and cool, while the rugged outsole provides superior traction and support on challenging terrains, ensuring that your every step remains stable and secure.
- READY-TO-GO: Step into action immediately with our ready-to-use boots. Designed for performance, these boots require minimal break-in time, making them ideal for both indoor industrial use and conquering all terrains outdoors. The lightweight design ensures your comfort and flexibility throughout the workday, while the rugged materials instill the confidence of long-lasting durability.
- MAELSTROM BOOTS: Founded in Virginia, USA in 2009, Maelstrom is a small, disadvantaged business dedicated to crafting superior boots. We take pride in our commitment to bettering the lives of veterans and military families. For every pair of boots sold, a portion of the proceeds is donated to charity in the US. By choosing Maelstrom Boots, you not only get quality boots but also contribute to a meaningful cause.
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- Package Dimensions : 11.9 x 11.8 x 4.6 inches; 3.05 Pounds
- Department : mens
- Date First Available : December 27, 2023
- Manufacturer : Maelstrom Footwear
- ASIN : B0CR1RDXP6
- Best Sellers Rank: #15,297 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry (See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry)
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MAELSTROM : Combat Boots (Mens) - 8" Tactical Combat Ready Boots
Highly mobile, highly durable, lightweight boots ready to work all day, every day in the toughest conditions and scenarios. Get a boot that works every bit as hard as you do from Maelstrom!
Designed for Excellence
Our boots combine our 3-Sole System design with, superior materials, expert design, and durable construction. Our unique design still allows for breathability to help cool in hot weather and keep you warm in cold climates. Each boot features a durable rubber outsole for high traction movement, an ultra-flexible, lightweight EVA midsole, and a cushioned removable insole to allow for custom orthopedics. We use an easy-to-polish full-grain leather for the top and face of the boot and a flexible but durable nylon for the zipper sides. A ready-to-wear design means your boots are ready for duty straight out of the box with no break-in needed.
Real World ReadyThese aren't like tactical boots from sneaker companies; these are used every day in the real world by the men and women on the front lines of our world. We proudly serve military and armed forces, as well as security officers, law enforcement, first responders, and police. The shock and impact-absorbing soles are made for tough all-day use. The classic style and reinforced heavy-duty design lets the world know you're ready for anything.
MAELSTROM
We're proud to manufacture and supply professional uniform footwear and apparel for military and police personnel. Our passion for technology and innovation has kept us on the cutting edge of high-performance tactical gear. We give back a portion of every pair of boots we sell and donate to charity to help better the lives of veterans and military families the world over.
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Customers like the zipper on the side of the boots, saying it's awesome and works fine. They also appreciate the light weight of the shoes. Customers are happy with value, appearance, and comfort. However, some customers have reported issues with durability, saying the stitching came out and the lace eyelet grommets came apart. Opinions are mixed on quality and fit.
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Customers like the comfort of the boots. They mention that they are very comfortable, feel good once all laced up, and are breathable. Some appreciate the soft rubber soles and the fact that there is no breaking in required.
"...in three years and so far they are the best fitting and the most comfortable. Go figure. Buy American!" Read more
"...Size 12 is right for me. I do fill them to the toes, but not uncomfortably...." Read more
"...Upon buying the new pair, they feel very cushy and ergonomic in the soles and upper rim...." Read more
"...They are comfortable just don’t last as long as they say they do, worn daily for work and was hoping for a quality product especially since it was..." Read more
Customers like the value of the boots. They say it's a good value, with great quality boots for the price.
"...The fit is amazing. These are the least expensive boots I’ve purchased in three years and so far they are the best fitting and the most..." Read more
"...The price is just great and for the use I will give them a very good deal. I also like the zipper sides...." Read more
"...They held up pretty well and are a fair price. I even got the black leather ones for other uses some years ago, but I don’t use those as often...." Read more
"...The zipper works nice and does not seem to get jammed up. The value is outstanding, it fits the same as my bates boots and feels like a 511 in terms..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the weight of the boots. They mention that they are very light, non-slick, and have a decent grip. Some are also amazed at the lightness of the shoes.
"...three years, trying desperately to find something that fits, is lightweight, and appears to be durable...." Read more
"...The best feature I have found so far is they are very lightweight, and after a day on my feet I don't feel like I am dragging them...." Read more
"...They are light! Surprisingly so. I read about that before I bought them, but I was still surprised...." Read more
"...There light weight feel good after i replaced the insoles with gel ones. Im pleased with the over all fit and feel with them...." Read more
Customers like the zipper of the shoes. They say it's a meaty, sturdy zipper that works well. Some customers also mention that the zipper on the side for a quick throw on works properly. The zipper and Velcro both work fine, making them easy to zipper on and off.
"...I also like the zipper sides...." Read more
"...The zipper works fine all the way to the bottom and the Velcro is new so it works fine of course.Overall I would recommend these shoes...." Read more
"...I still wear them everyday. The zipper and Velcro both are working fine...." Read more
"They are not waterproof primarily due to the convenient zipper and not stiff enough for long hikes...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the boots. They mention that they look good, have a composite shank, and are well-made. The leather part of the uppers looks nice and can be polished. The boots age with a classy patina and go with every outfit.
"...Good looking, light weight and fair fit. The insoles are garbage so get some gel insoles before judging them...." Read more
"...These boots go with every outfit from gothic to business casual and my wife says she feels very cool wearing them...." Read more
"...But I did look them over and they look very nice. I got them for my Fiance' to wear on his mc rides in the winter. The tread looks great too...." Read more
"...But I am still satisfied with the boot overall. And I love the look." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the boots. Some mention that they are well made, durable, and hold up well. However, others say that they fall apart and stab their toes. Some customers also report that the included laces broke while tightening them.
"...desperately to find something that fits, is lightweight, and appears to be durable. And, most importantly, made in the USA...." Read more
"...Going back on is also easy, nice and tight. I recommend these boots." Read more
"...but now I can’t find who to contact about the warranty and the boots are coming apart...." Read more
"...Overall I would recommend these shoes. They held up pretty well and are a fair price...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the boots. Some mention that they fit perfectly both size and width, while others say that they run a little wide.
"...boots I’ve purchased in three years and so far they are the best fitting and the most comfortable. Go figure. Buy American!" Read more
"...is thicker than the ones that came with the shoe, the fit is all around a bit tighter...." Read more
"...They fit perfectly both size and width! Hard to believe you can do that on-line! The arch support is good...." Read more
"...Good looking, light weight and fair fit. The insoles are garbage so get some gel insoles before judging them...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the shoes. They mention that the lace eyelet grommets came apart, the toe string is beginning to separate, and the sole was peeling off in places. They also say that the stitching seems to be unraveling and the heel separated from the boot.
"...First, early on some stitching came out of the front rubber of the toe, but that never affected anything and the rubber never separated so not..." Read more
"...To be honest I'm not surprised, because I thought that the laces felt kind of cheap/flimsy before the one that snapped even had a chance to break...." Read more
"...Add an insole you like and you are good. No they don't have stitched soles, they are not waterproof....spend another $40 and you'll find those..." Read more
"...Thats when I noticed that the sole was starting to detach from the boot. needless to say, I am pretty disappointed...." Read more
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I’ve only had these boots for a week and a half and I have to tell you that on day one they felt pretty stiff by day three they were fantastic. They even came with an extra pair of Inner soles for you to adjust your comfort level. I love the fact that you can lace them up once, and you never have to touch the laces again. Very easy to put on and off.
The last pair of boots I had were Georgia boots, a.k.a. Chinese stuff And they were a pain in the butt to take off and put on. These boots go on effortlessly. They are super lightweight and exceptionally comfortable. More to come as time progresses but I’m gonna order another pair just to keep as I doubt, I will find a better boot anytime soon. I wear a 10 1/2 size shoe and I ordered these boots in 11 wide to allow for some crunch room at the toe which always seems to be a problem for me. The fit is amazing.
These are the least expensive boots I’ve purchased in three years and so far they are the best fitting and the most comfortable. Go figure. Buy American!
I guestimated the size that would fit the best would be 12. I have a Narrow foot and since these come only in medium width I was concerned that if they were too long I would get a lot of movement in the heel and that is the worst case scenario for a pair of hiking boots. It turns out I was fairly right. Size 12 is right for me. I do fill them to the toes, but not uncomfortably. I did notice the removable cushion sole inside the boot was ok in terms of cushyness in the heel but in the area of the ball of the foot it was pretty flat and hard. I removed those and put in a pair of Dr. Scholls insoles that is more cushy in the ball and toe area and these have made the difference. Since the depth of the Dr. Scholls insoles is thicker than the ones that came with the shoe, the fit is all around a bit tighter. It is not uncomfortable tho and I think I will like them fine. I prefer a close fitting shoe that I can feel the support of all around my foot. I am pretty sure I will do well with these boots on the trail. If they loosen up a bit with wear I will just add another pair of socks. The heels are gripping my heels well and there is no slipping with them. The price is just great and for the use I will give them a very good deal. I also like the zipper sides. I adjusted the tightness of the laces when I had them off so that I got just the right amount of tension on the middle laces which pull the boots up close to your heels. Then, when I take them off I just unzip and slide them off. Going back on is also easy, nice and tight. I recommend these boots.
They were water resistant, but if you’re kicking through a lot of dew-covered grass and they get soaked, the water will get through. So not waterproof.
I only had a couple issues with them over the lifespan of my old ones.
First, early on some stitching came out of the front rubber of the toe, but that never affected anything and the rubber never separated so not really an issue.
Second, I had to replace the shoelaces a handful of times because they snapped a few times. Probably due to the nature of the work I did with them in dirt and mud and wet environments creating more friction and rust in the grommets over time. Not a big deal to me. Laces can be replaced and the shoes didn’t fall apart.
Third, if I brought the zipper down to the bottom too hard, it used to get stuck there unless I pulled really hard. But they never broke even with the force I put into them so it worked for me.
Finally, the velcro wore out after about 3.5 years but still sort of works currently.
Upon buying the new pair, they feel very cushy and ergonomic in the soles and upper rim. The zipper works fine all the way to the bottom and the Velcro is new so it works fine of course.
Overall I would recommend these shoes. They held up pretty well and are a fair price. I even got the black leather ones for other uses some years ago, but I don’t use those as often. They hold up just as well, they just get hot in the sun as black leather does.
They were water resistant, but if you’re kicking through a lot of dew-covered grass and they get soaked, the water will get through. So not waterproof.
I only had a couple issues with them over the lifespan of my old ones.
First, early on some stitching came out of the front rubber of the toe, but that never affected anything and the rubber never separated so not really an issue.
Second, I had to replace the shoelaces a handful of times because they snapped a few times. Probably due to the nature of the work I did with them in dirt and mud and wet environments creating more friction and rust in the grommets over time. Not a big deal to me. Laces can be replaced and the shoes didn’t fall apart.
Third, if I brought the zipper down to the bottom too hard, it used to get stuck there unless I pulled really hard. But they never broke even with the force I put into them so it worked for me.
Finally, the velcro wore out after about 3.5 years but still sort of works currently.
Upon buying the new pair, they feel very cushy and ergonomic in the soles and upper rim. The zipper works fine all the way to the bottom and the Velcro is new so it works fine of course.
Overall I would recommend these shoes. They held up pretty well and are a fair price. I even got the black leather ones for other uses some years ago, but I don’t use those as often. They hold up just as well, they just get hot in the sun as black leather does.
They do feel pretty loose in the up and down but I just put in the extra soles they give (not replace, just put them right on top of the others) and they fit well.
Toe area is wide enough to move around in but not wide enough to look like clown shoes.
The laces they come with are a quite a bit shorter than I normally expect, but they are also the thicker and softer type of laces so they're going to be replaced anyway.
Only real complaints I have is I wish they offered a zipperless version and the tounge is just a tad short, need to really stretch it to run parallel with the top.
Overall, pretty good. Will update as I break them in more.