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I bought a pair of magnum boots. I forget which ones, but I don't think I like them.
I had to hurry and buy them because they would not let me start FTO training if I didn't have boots. Which brand of boots would you recommend? I heard I want 511s.
 
Chanclas. Definitely your best option.







The search bar would probably be your second best option.
 
There are many many boots out there. Use the search feature on this form and you will find a million threads on boots and everything about boots.

It seems the major brands are Haix, Pro Warringtons, Bates, 511, and Redback. Those are just the ones that I know off the top of my head. I own both Haix and Pro Warringtons and I really like both of them. The bad thing about them is they are pretty expensive, my Haix pair is around $250.
 
STXmedic said:
Riverside sounds like its nothing but white people anyway ;)
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Some area yes, other areas no. For my area I can be in 5 million dollar homes and 10 minutes later in the ghetto with drug deals going down on scene of calls.
 
DesertEMT66 said:
Some area yes, other areas no. For my area I can be in 5 million dollar homes and 10 minutes later in the ghetto with drug deals going down on scene of calls.
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Sounds like my area. Except we probably top off at 1 million... Which is probably the equivalent of a 10 million dollar home in your area... So yeah, sounds like my area :P
 
STXmedic said:
Sounds like my area. Except we probably top off at 1 million... Which is probably the equivalent of a 10 million dollar home in your area... So yeah, sounds like my area :P
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Ouch haha.
 
My favorite "EMS" boot so far, for the money, is not made any more. It was the "Rocky 1st Med" and it was extremely comfy right out of the box. They only lasted 2-3 years, but by then, the sole had worn down and the lining had worn through as well. The cost per year was about the same as buying Magnums every year, with the additional benefits of being BBP resistant and steel-toed.
 
There are so many different types of boots out there. I personally have Chippewa boots which are extremely comfortable but heavy and 5.11 which is a little less comfortable but they are a really light weight boot. Just a couple brands that I know of are Chippewa, Haix, Pro Warrington, Bates, Thorogood, Under Armour, Rocky, and Danner. Just remember with footwear that you get what you pay for.
 
Akulahawk said:
My favorite "EMS" boot so far, for the money, is not made any more. It was the "Rocky 1st Med" and it was extremely comfy right out of the box. They only lasted 2-3 years, but by then, the sole had worn down and the lining had worn through as well. The cost per year was about the same as buying Magnums every year, with the additional benefits of being BBP resistant and steel-toed.
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the 1st Meds are still listed on Rocky's website


I like Haix, but i have recently converted the vast majority of my footwear to stitch down soles. These types of shoes can be resoled. Haix has a program that cost $90 to recondition, resole and repair my boots, well worth the price for a $300 boot. Same with my off duty Red Wing Iron Rangers...
 
I've got two pairs of Danners. They're awesome, and made in USA. (I know that's a "little" thing, but I try to buy made in USA whenever possible.)
 
Haix airpower r2. Ive had rhe same pair for 4 years and am only now needing to get them reconditioned.
 
I'll second the recommendation for Haix Airpower R2. Comfortable and highly durable. Use mine almost daily for over a year - still in great shape!
 
kindofafireguy said:
Haix airpower r2. Ive had rhe same pair for 4 years and am only now needing to get them reconditioned.
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Bosco836 said:
I'll second the recommendation for Haix Airpower R2. Comfortable and highly durable. Use mine almost daily for over a year - still in great shape!
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As long as you can wear them unzipped. They hold up great, but I find them extremely uncomfortable when I have to zip them.
 
STXmedic said:
As long as you can wear them unzipped. They hold up great, but I find them extremely uncomfortable when I have to zip them.
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Really? Supprised to hear that. I have wide feet and haven't had an issue - esepcially considering the area around the zipper had adjustable lacing to provide some width adjustment.

Can't say I've experienced any issues with mine; however, I suppose this point goes to show the importance of actually physically trying boots on.
 
Bosco836 said:
Really? Supprised to hear that. I have wide feet and haven't had an issue - esepcially considering the area around the zipper had adjustable lacing to provide some width adjustment.

Can't say I've experienced any issues with mine; however, I suppose this point goes to show the importance of actually physically trying boots on.
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It doesn't have anything to do with wide feet. The tongue has stayed incredibly stiff, even after two years of use. When zipped, the tongue digs into my shin and rubs it raw.

I'll second the need to try shoes on before ordering, though.
 
This may sound ridiculous, but it works.

Hit it a few times with a bat. Don't break the zipper, though. I find it helps soften the leather. Then coat it with mink oil. If you use the oil regularly, the whole boot softens up and holds up better.
 
STXmedic said:
It doesn't have anything to do with wide feet. The tongue has stayed incredibly stiff, even after two years of use. When zipped, the tongue digs into my shin and rubs it raw.

I'll second the need to try shoes on before ordering, though.
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Ouch! Sounds painful! Thankfully I've never experienced that. Hopefully that's an isolated issue. :)
 
I have a pair of the Danner Ft. Lewis boots, have had them re-soled in the past, but they are just worn out now. They were probably the best boots I could ever get.

I have a pair of Bates composite toe, needed them quick for new company and have found they are very comfortable and like the side zip. The only draw back is they aren't waterproof.
 
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