Willieboy
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Apr 23, 2012 11:09:09 GMT -5
Post by Willieboy on Apr 23, 2012 11:09:09 GMT -5
I had a very comfortable pair of jump boots since the mid sixties. Guess what? My wife gave them away just when I had them nicely broken in. Me thinks she opened the door for me getting a pair of Danners. Currently I am wearing a pair of six inch OTBs (Think New Balance) and they are very nice.
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Willieboy
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May 7, 2012 9:57:58 GMT -5
Post by Willieboy on May 7, 2012 9:57:58 GMT -5
I have several pair of six inch boots. An old pair of Danner GTX, an equally old pair of Timberlands and two newer desert style boots, one by OTB (now known as New Balance Tactical) and a pair of 5:11s. For lightweight comfort, I like the Danners and the OTBs. While light in weight, the 5:11s are inexpensive for a reason.
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Aug 12, 2012 19:51:50 GMT -5
Post by Patriotic Sheepdog on Aug 12, 2012 19:51:50 GMT -5
Has anyone heard of this company or their boots. The pictures and technology looks good, but what you cannot see in pictures is quality and durability. www.Sandstormtac.com
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Willieboy
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Aug 12, 2012 21:01:19 GMT -5
Post by Willieboy on Aug 12, 2012 21:01:19 GMT -5
Sand Storm is a new company whose boots will be sold by U.S. Cav. From what I have seen, the man behind the boots worked for OTB until New Balance acquired OTB. He then left NB/OTB and struck out on his own to form Sand Storm. I am guessing the quality of the Sand Storms will be much like that of OTB boots. I have a pair of OTB Bushmasters and have been very pleased with them. They are an excellent hot weather boot. Lightweight and comfortable.
I was on the verge buying a pair of either the new Sand Storm Light Fighters or the OTB Desert Lights but ordered some New Balance Rappels instead because I will get more opportunity to wear the Rappels. I suspect the Light Fighters and the OTB Desert Lights are very similar in design and quality.
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Nov 28, 2013 12:12:06 GMT -5
Post by Silent Snake Light Fighter on Nov 28, 2013 12:12:06 GMT -5
i was looking for a good boot for my neck of the woods that provided me with a bit of waterproofing, and rugged construction, so after looking around i found some danner tfx mojave for $140 on sale at amazon...now they are made in china, but i found the construction to be very rugged...particularly the stitching around the sole...very nicely done...in my military career i was in the field a lot...mud, cold, rain, snow, and i was issued some gore tex leather boots...now, personally i think this is a bad idea, but we were basically ordered to put mink oil on our boots in such regular intervals it broke down the reliability of the boot and it was worthless...(dog and pony show crap) so the second pair i was issued i refrained from using the mink oil as much (very sparsely in fact) and they held up better, so i like the fact these dont have a dark dye, dont need mink oil, and can be cleaned up easily with a brush...
i have also been through about 3 pair total of danner boots in the 10 years i was in...they were better made than the issue gore tex cold weather boots, and the soles were much more durable...so i was confident in the quality, even if they outsorce their boots now...
the way i plan to run them is pretty simple...i wear a pair of icelandic -30 degree merino wool socks inside the boots, and my feet have been great...no excessive sweat (unlike cotton or other blends) and even when wet, these things keep my feet warm...
im also looking for other options for boots in the cold weather, but so far these are doing fine...our winters are more wet and frozen than snowy, but i do not plan on diving into streams and deep puddles on purpose...when the streams swell around here in the winter, it can be dangerous to try and cross without a bridge, so looking for a shallow crossing or a bridge is way better...we dont really have much in the way of swamps, but there are some marshes near the rivers, but if its not raining, its pretty easy to pick your way through those without getting in deep water...
eventually i will be looking for a light pair of boots that is durable, but fairly quiet...more for summer than winter...i have some hikers, but they are clodhoppers, and i have not gotten a new pair of jungle boots for obvious reasons, there are just so many better options now than there were over 10 years ago...
Willieboy +1 on the OTB...does anyone how many different tactical/military boots that offer the webbing style speed laces? i like that idea immensely...it eliminates the wear of the speed lace grommets on laces, and im pretty sure those tend to keep from ripping out like the metal ones
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4track
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Dec 17, 2013 19:01:16 GMT -5
Post by 4track on Dec 17, 2013 19:01:16 GMT -5
My favorite boot, for the past few years: Danner RAT. Imagine Desert Acadias, only with a wider toe box, and enhanced features: Made in USA, smooth suede, extra wide stitched-on soles, aggressive treads, scuff resistant coatings on the heels and toes, with/or without Goretex liners…this is one tough pair of boots. www.danner.com/boots/danner-rat-8-mojave-gtx.htmlThey are not light weight, by any means, but they are definitely the most resilient boots that I have used. They are also expensive, at full retail, but cosmetic blemished or slightly used pairs can be had for around $150 on the secondary internet market. Sizing on the RAT, for me, is like a standard military boot: I order a full size smaller than my civilian shoe size. I have two pairs of these, and I use them for tactical training, hiking, and also as everyday footwear, too. My second pair is a half size larger, for doubling up on socks in extreme cold. I believe the these were originally made for the USMC in Afghanistan, and therefore, they have the EGA imprinted onto the outer heel panel. I always felt weird about wearing that, as I don't rate an EGA, but I see that Danner now offers a version without the emblem. If you do choose to try a pair of these, just make certain that you don't get duped into buying the Bates manufactured contract version of the RAT boot, as I have heard that they are not crafted as well, and that they tend to disassemble themselves.
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Dec 17, 2013 19:22:07 GMT -5
Post by Hawkeye on Dec 17, 2013 19:22:07 GMT -5
I actually have a pair of the Danner Hot Weather RAT's. They are indeed good boots. I have had very good experiences with Bates boots in general, but I have heard that the Bates RAT version aren't the best in the world.
On a related note.....the pair I have have only been worn a couple of times and are pretty much like new. They are a bit too small for me though so I need to sell them. I'll let them go for a steel of a price. PM me if anyone is interested.
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Feb 2, 2014 14:02:27 GMT -5
Post by eddiewouldclearhot on Feb 2, 2014 14:02:27 GMT -5
Second vote for danners, probably the most comfortable boots I've ever worn. Danners last and last. the only down side is they tend to be heavy.
I have a pair of Asolo Fugitive GTX that I really love, gore-tex lining and water proof (as long as the water doesn't come over the boot) and I wore them on really hot days with pretty good comfort. Really light weight, but They've held up really well, have had them for about 3 years, but they probably will only last another 2.
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Mar 9, 2014 21:05:42 GMT -5
Post by scout5412 on Mar 9, 2014 21:05:42 GMT -5
I just bought a pair of the Danner TFX GTX boots. They are my first pair of Danners. They are very nice and I got them for $150 on Amazon with a coupon code. I wanted a pair of the temperate RATs but they have been on back order for about three months now so I went with these. I wanted something waterproof and these fit the bill nicely. Too bad they are made in China but I'm hoping they live up to the Danner reputation I have read so much about.
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Jun 10, 2014 19:37:10 GMT -5
Post by eddiewouldclearhot on Jun 10, 2014 19:37:10 GMT -5
reviving this thread, after about 6 months of use I'd like to throw out this option: www.lapolicegear.com/garmont-t8-desert-sand.htmlI've liked them well enough as far as comfort goes, but what really made these stand out was I wore them in an out of a swamp this week, and the drainage was really good. No blisters while walking around with wet feet, and thats what really impressed me. I am going to get around to trying the rocky SV2 one of these days, supposed to be really good in wet environments.
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Jun 10, 2014 19:41:53 GMT -5
Post by Hawkeye on Jun 10, 2014 19:41:53 GMT -5
Hmm.. I like the sound of that. The price is right on those as well.
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Jun 10, 2014 19:48:24 GMT -5
Post by eddiewouldclearhot on Jun 10, 2014 19:48:24 GMT -5
yea, I found mine for $115. which is a bit easier on the wallet vs the rockys. I had a pair of danners with the vibram bifida sole on them and had no complaints.
BTW, surprisingly, the tread does not hold on to mud. Which is something i specifically look for.
anyways, hope this helps someone out.
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Post by Hawkeye on Jun 10, 2014 22:12:38 GMT -5
I need a couple more pair of boots so this is good timing/info. Actually considering going back to old school jungles.
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Jun 11, 2014 9:09:59 GMT -5
Post by Hawkeye on Jun 11, 2014 9:09:59 GMT -5
I just noticed that they have those Garmonts in Coyote.... that may be exactly the boot I'm looking for. I LOVE the Rocky S2V's that I have, but, I really need a pair one size larger than what I have. I got these for $108 but now the price is up to $200. Those Garmont's may be a much better value cost to benefit wise.
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Jun 11, 2014 11:18:45 GMT -5
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Post by panzer0170 on Jun 11, 2014 11:18:45 GMT -5
'I think that a sturdy leather boot, with a stitched-down sole, is definitely a prerequisite to being prepared, for come what may. Now whether or not you go with a gortex liner is a personal choice. Some guys prefer a non-gtx boot, especially for hotter climes, and use "Seal Skins" type gtx socks when the going gets wet. This is also a valid approach.
If you do go with a gtx liner, keep the inside as clean as possible because fine dust/sand will act like an abrasive material and break down the gortex membrane.'
-Diz
Sorry for crappy quote, phone didn't want to play.
This is where it's at for me. Properly maintained leather is waterproof, dries out a LOT faster than goretex and is cooler most of the time. My environment it rains 50% of the year, and usually enough to warrant mud, puddles etc, often times flooding. Whilst you might not do river crossings, you might go mudding, work around boats etc or in swampy marshy areas, and this makes for easy care for your feet. You can also transfer those goretex socks to ANY other non-gtx footwear and other boots. Gtx also usually adds cost to boots, and weight.
Not sure about pricing for US, or availability, however my suggestions would be anything non-gtx from either Altberg or Meindl. Absolutely bomb-proof, and supply to the military in Europe. Altbergs are supreme, and if anyone has odd feet they'll do you customs or semi customs. (for afee, of course)
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