Are the Nike SFB GEN 2 LT” authorized for wear?

2018-03-13T22:15:13-04:00

I received a pair of these from a friend that works for corporate Nike. I looked online (various sites) and the description states “Fully DA PAM 670-1 compliant.” Does anyone know if this is indeed a fact?

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 13 at 2018 10:19 PM

2018-03-13T22:19:21-04:00

Yes. They’re very comfortable and a great all around boot too.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 13 at 2018 10:25 PM

2018-03-13T22:25:34-04:00

Garmont NFS, best boot I’ve ever worn.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 13 at 2018 10:53 PM

2018-03-13T22:53:35-04:00

I'm pretty sure they are

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 13 at 2018 10:55 PM

2018-03-13T22:55:17-04:00

It is called the Gen 2 LT now everyone can walk on 2 LTs.

Response by MSgt George Cater made Mar 13 at 2018 11:21 PM

2018-03-13T23:21:53-04:00

Why would anyone name a boot after a 2 LT?

Response by Maj John Bell made Mar 14 at 2018 12:03 AM

2018-03-14T00:03:17-04:00

_Is there still an issue footwear?

_All other things being equal, does this footwear allow you to out perform your subordinates?

_As a leader, how will you know where the edge of the performance envelope is for your subordinates, when your gear gives you an advantage they don't have?

_Is it good leadership to wear better gear than your subordinates can afford?

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 14 at 2018 5:05 AM

2018-03-14T05:05:22-04:00

I remember similar discussions when Hi-Tech first came out with the Black "Jungle Boot". After it was determined that they were in fact legal, the Cmdr of Ft. Ord banned them on his Post.

Response by CW5 Jack Cardwell made Mar 14 at 2018 6:14 AM

2018-03-14T06:14:12-04:00

First thing you should do is read AT 670-1.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 14 at 2018 9:54 AM

2018-03-14T09:54:06-04:00

Yes, they are authorized, though it is recommended that you use them solely (no pun intended) for Garrison use, and not any strenuous field work.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 14 at 2018 12:49 PM

2018-03-14T12:49:58-04:00

These boots are 100% authorized for wear and also 100% super ugly. You do you man!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 14 at 2018 1:32 PM

2018-03-14T13:32:29-04:00

Only your CSM knows for sure.

Response by 2LT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 14 at 2018 6:30 PM

2018-03-14T18:30:54-04:00

These are indeed compliant with the regulations. I’ve seen people in other units wear them

Response by PFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 15 at 2018 7:02 AM

2018-03-15T07:02:39-04:00

The best way to find out if they are allowed or not is by using your open door policy of your chain of command. Everyone has different bosses and regulations when it comes to footwear. Do not assume just because one unit is wearing them then it’s ok for you.

Wear your regular combat boots that you do every day bring in the ones you have questions about, and show them to your chain of command. Let them see them first hand on how they look and let them decide before you wear them. Let them know they were a gift to you and you were not sure about company policy on the standards of footwear or combat boots so you wanted some clarification on if those meet their standards.

Response by SrA Bradley Cooke made Mar 15 at 2018 8:39 PM

2018-03-15T20:39:21-04:00

If it's got a logo....sewed into the stitching or stamped into the material....No! Check the UCMJ and Your CO before wearing in Uniform.

Response by SPC David Willis made Apr 4 at 2018 9:48 AM

2018-04-04T09:48:15-04:00

Can your friend get a pair of those Lebron Griffey shoes? Asking for a friend...

Response by SMSgt Mark Gildersleeve made Oct 4 at 2019 4:23 PM

2019-10-04T16:23:36-04:00

Hope they don't come with a map, because we all know the most dangerous thing in the military is a 2LT with a map....

Response by SSG Charles La Porte (RET) made Oct 4 at 2019 6:04 PM

2019-10-04T18:04:44-04:00

Wear them in front of your Sergeant Major and find out.

Response by Cpl Andrew Kimbel made Oct 5 at 2019 7:35 AM

2019-10-05T07:35:56-04:00

My question is why would you want to wear anything by Nike? They belong in a dumpster fire.

Response by Contenerne Alex made May 22 at 2024 5:14 AM

2024-05-22T05:14:43-04:00

A buddy who works at Nike HQ hooked me up with a pair of Nike SFB GEN 2 LT kicks. Sweet, right?

Response by Chronosedry Chronosedry made May 22 at 2024 5:16 AM

2024-05-22T05:16:57-04:00

Are these babies authorized for wear? I did some online digging, scoured various sites, and lo and behold, the description proudly proclaimed them to be "Fully DA PAM 670-1 compliant."
Now, if you're not familiar with army regulations like I wasn't, that basically means they meet all the requirements. But being the cautious type, I wanted to double-check. So, I reached out to a few folks in the know just to be sure.
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