Garmont T8 NFS vs. Belleville One Xero vs. other modern combat boots. Best boots for performance, support for heavy rucks, and durability?

2020-02-21T14:53:01-05:00

Please share your experiences with these or other boots.

Response by SPC Eric Spitler made Feb 21 at 2020 2:57 PM

2020-02-21T14:57:29-05:00

What boot would you recommend for IBOLC?

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 21 at 2020 3:24 PM

2020-02-21T15:24:49-05:00

I personally use Belleville Mini-Mils for everything except cold weather operations. The best boot is highly subjective. Both of the boots you mentioned are excellent, I would probably go with the One Xeros over the Garmonts.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 21 at 2020 3:44 PM

2020-02-21T15:44:59-05:00

I love the Garmonts. I think I put over 1000 miles on my pair before the shoe laces snapped and I decided it was just time to replace them. I switched to Danners though, and Danners have been the most comfortable out of the box boot i've worn so far. I've had them for about a month now and they're still insanely comfortable and form fitting to my feet.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 23 at 2020 7:22 PM

2020-02-23T19:22:46-05:00

I used T8NFS through bolc, ranger, ABN operations, and day-to-day wear. Love them, they come broken in pretty much out the box. Only downside is they take a good while to dry, and the laces that come with them get caught on everything in the wood line.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 22 at 2020 11:24 PM

2020-08-22T23:24:17-04:00

I've rucked about 400 miles now in mt Garmonts and they are great. Very light and pliable. It took me a little longer to break mine in since I have orthotic inserts I use for my feet. After that period I no longer get blisters. They are great for everyday/work use as well.