The key is to have a boot that will stand up to a lot of abuse.
Special forces wearing hiking boots.
I know things are advanced now but we were in afghanistan in the 80s.
They feel like great hiking boots.
Without a great pair of leather personnel carriers you won t get very far.
With a good grip that doesn t clog in mud flexible but strong cordura panels and black leather on top so you can still look good on parade.
Lightweight 6 tactical boots are comfortable on shorter distances light loads.
They give you less ankle support but you don t need it either.
We didn t need the boots to be as high as the jungle boots we wanted boots that worked more like a sneaker.
The asolo brand hiking boot model fsn 95 gtc are issued to several sof units and are well regarded by those unit members.
They re stiff for the first 10 20 miles or so especially right behind the toe however mine were worn going for a couple of hour hike.
Most special operations forces sof like to wear salomon boots or asolo hiking boots.
Since a large part of the special forces credo is to be ready to go at any time speed lace and size zip boots are also available to our customers.
Especially if we re talking about rough terrain.
We stock a wide selection of these combat boots in both regular and steel toe models.
We know special forces guys that have worn salomon bates and black hawk boots in afghanistan.
Those are the best bo.
Lee stuart evans lalo jungle combat boot review jul 06 2020 the lalo tactical shadow jungle combat boot is a military spec boot with excellent quick drainage and moisture wicking for harsh humid hot trails.
Excellent for urban areas for example.
That s why for me the merrell moab mid is the best.
But you may wear a more beefier lugged boot if you are hiking long distance with a load vs if you were in an urban assault for a quick hit and run mission.
Full size 8 tactical boots are better for long hikes with a lot of gear on your back.
When i got to 10th special forces group in 2006 they issued me a pair of tactical athletic boots they also felt like a nice progression back then.
These boots unlike the moab require a break in period.
Of course there are times when the old reliable general service boot is the best option.
Where this boot failed for me was that it was too hot and too complex.
You re kidding right.
They have steel shanks to protect you from punji sticks.