As above, I'm looking for a pointer to decent zip up combat style boots
Any recommendations gratefully receives along with links as I'm lazy.
Many thanks
Any recommendations gratefully receives along with links as I'm lazy.
Many thanks
Zip up combat style boots recommendations
- Thread starter Robbi
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Have a look at the Bates range. I’m very nearly about to buy some of these in tan because I’m not a fan of black.
www.batesfootwear.com
More of their side zippers here, my black GX8 are nearly 10yrs old now. Only done winter dog walking in them each year, but even so they’ve been impressive, light, and waterproof.
Search for Side Zip and you’ll find a good selection.
www.batesfootwear.com
Bates Boots - Tactical, Military & Security| Bates US
Official Bates Footwear Site - Shop military boots, tactical boots, security & uniform shoes and more. Find high quality boots designed to protect and perform.
www.batesfootwear.com
More of their side zippers here, my black GX8 are nearly 10yrs old now. Only done winter dog walking in them each year, but even so they’ve been impressive, light, and waterproof.
Search for Side Zip and you’ll find a good selection.
Bates Boots - Tactical, Military & Security| Bates US
Official Bates Footwear Site - Shop military boots, tactical boots, security & uniform shoes and more. Find high quality boots designed to protect and perform.
www.batesfootwear.com
Ha 
. Thanks matey, lots to look at in the morning, I was beginning to think I was the only one who wanted zip up boots.
. Thanks matey, lots to look at in the morning, I was beginning to think I was the only one who wanted zip up boots. Hard to say Robbi, my feet are narrow to the point I use Orthaheel insoles. There’s a bit of the site called Extended Sizing, listing wide fit. I’d link but I’m running an iPhone as a 4G hotspot and it’s hard to get stuff to load.
A few years ago, when in the market for new boots, I tried some of these zip-up boots on.
Dreadful, absolutely dreadful.
I can't remember which brands I tried, so can't talk about the brand specifically mentioned above, but I did try a few different brands.
They were ALL very narrow fitting.
Admittedly, I have wide feet, but even so.
I had to go two (in one case FOUR!!!) sizes up to find one that fit. Like I say, I have wide feet but they're not that wide (usually go 1/2 or 1 size up). So I'd say they are narrow fitting, full stop. Again, this was across all brands I tried.
It was more than enough to make me discount ever buying zip up boots.
I would very strongly urge you to try before you buy. VERY strongly. And if you can't then avoid like the plague. Ultimately, it's your money, but...
Dreadful, absolutely dreadful.
I can't remember which brands I tried, so can't talk about the brand specifically mentioned above, but I did try a few different brands.
They were ALL very narrow fitting.
Admittedly, I have wide feet, but even so.
I had to go two (in one case FOUR!!!) sizes up to find one that fit. Like I say, I have wide feet but they're not that wide (usually go 1/2 or 1 size up). So I'd say they are narrow fitting, full stop. Again, this was across all brands I tried.
It was more than enough to make me discount ever buying zip up boots.
I would very strongly urge you to try before you buy. VERY strongly. And if you can't then avoid like the plague. Ultimately, it's your money, but...
What your budget Robbi ?
Magnum's have some side zip boots. I found Magnum hard wearing knocking out 12 miles a day. I did soften leather with Mink oil.
Magnum's have some side zip boots. I found Magnum hard wearing knocking out 12 miles a day. I did soften leather with Mink oil.
Had a pair of the Magnus but didn't get on with the loose "fabric" part of the boot but I'll have another look see.
To be honest, I bought laced Bates boots. The side zip appeals for ease of use, but laces are better. It looks like the Bates have both on their boots, but how functional the laces are I don’t know.Ha
Mil-Tec Tactical Side Zip Boots Khaki
Tactical YKK Side Zip Boots in khaki colour are in stock now at Military 1st online store. We offer a full collection of army boots, tactical boots and combat footwear, and delivery across the UK and Europe.
www.bing.com
Anyone got opinions on these boots.? Sizing looks a bit weird
Well, despite the weird sizing ( according to the size chart I'm a size 7.!! I normally take a size 9.!! )
Let's see what happens.
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I mean... at least he was honest in his opinion...
You can still give them a go and you might be alright and pleasantly surprised, but it's good to not have elevated expectations and then be woefully disappointed only to have someone say their point after the fact.
I'd like some side zip boots though, so interesting to read the thread.
You can still give them a go and you might be alright and pleasantly surprised, but it's good to not have elevated expectations and then be woefully disappointed only to have someone say their point after the fact.
I'd like some side zip boots though, so interesting to read the thread.
I do not like side zip boots as I have always found that the fit is not so good as laced only boots - but I know that others love em ....
As to Mil - tec - I have and use various bits of Mil-tec kit, shirts, hats and some boots - and find them all very reasonable value for money .... but then none of it costs a lot compared to the top military style boots on the market
As to Mil - tec - I have and use various bits of Mil-tec kit, shirts, hats and some boots - and find them all very reasonable value for money .... but then none of it costs a lot compared to the top military style boots on the market
I too have used mil-tec with no problems in the past, you know what you're going to get.
I have some Cat steely toes zip up boots and they are fantastic just a bit too clumpy for what I want.
I have some Cat steely toes zip up boots and they are fantastic just a bit too clumpy for what I want.
There used to be sort of zip converters you could lace into position.
One of my mates used em when he was in a situation where he needed to don boots fast in the army.
Dunno how good they were cos I never used em.
One of my mates used em when he was in a situation where he needed to don boots fast in the army.
Dunno how good they were cos I never used em.
Aye, must admit they looked like absolute tat to me.
Mind, I've not had a problem with normal speedlacing systems.
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