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With the new uniform I have decided to go ahead and seek out a coyote "high speed" boot. I live in Indiana with hot, humid summers and probably have a JRTC cycle in my future. I would like a good jungle boot. Everyone who has worn the old green and black ones swears by their comfort. After much reviewing and research, the only true boot in that tradition I can find is the Altama Jungle PX. It appears to be similar to the old jungle boot. I currently have a pair of issued Altamas, and they are fantastic. The PX also has the original Ro-Search Panama sole. I basically want a light, comfortable, fast drying boot. I don't think anyone offers the Saran insoles anymore, but perhaps modern insoles are just as well-drying. Anyone have experience with this boot or have another they would recommend?
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The Danner boots are really great boots. Pricey, but worth the money. My feet do not hurt anywhere NEAR as bad as if I were wearing issued boots.
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TSgt William Meyer
I love my Danners too, but when I was in the desert, I wore Converse boots, felt like I was wearing sneakers.
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If you can get away with a non-standard boot in the field: http://www.salomon.com/us/product/x-ultra-trek-gtx.html?article=378387
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Rocky is developing a new boot, they are pretty minimal and seem durable. I am testing them right now, will let you know if they go into production.
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I'm biased. I wore Tanker Boots 95% of my time in the Army.
Before Airborne school I was in Korea. I had Adashi re sole my LEG boots with ripple sole (which was ok for ABN school at the time) and I had him add a layer in between to create external cushion to absorb part of the running pounding. I added a gel sports insert. Yes, this these boots were as good as running shoes.
Before Airborne school I was in Korea. I had Adashi re sole my LEG boots with ripple sole (which was ok for ABN school at the time) and I had him add a layer in between to create external cushion to absorb part of the running pounding. I added a gel sports insert. Yes, this these boots were as good as running shoes.
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Don't matter what boot you get, if it doesn't properly fit your foot, then you've got problems. I wore Army issue a lot, had to exchange a time or two to get the proper fit, but once that was done break in was important. I always filled my boots with water, let them soak up, the walk them dry. Now they form to your feet the best.
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I swear by Garmont T8 and Garmont NFS. By far the best boots on the market. Everyone I know that has them, loves them (myself included). I will never buy a different boot.
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I found the Altama's to be good boots. But boots really need to be suited for their environment. I prefer waterproof boots because having wet feet sucks, especially if you go days in the field without relief. But some folks don't like them because they don't breath like other boots do. Pick what works for you and make sure its within reg's.
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I have and will continue to go with Oakley 8" authorized boots. They are out of stock on Standard Issue, but other sites have them for ~$140.
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