Offered in Men’s amd Women’s models, the classic Hurricane XLT features Snow Peak branding in Indigo Blue.
snowpeak.com/collections/teva-collaboration/products/teva-snowpeak-hurricane-xlt-mens
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Snow Peak x Teva Hurricane XLT
Sunday, October 1st, 2017O P Tactical – Altama Jungle PX Boots
Thursday, September 28th, 2017The other day when we mentioned the reproduction, 1st pattern Jungle Boots, several readers were disappointed that their sizes weren’t available. As many of you agree with me that the green USGI Jungle Boot was the greatest issue footwear ever, I thought I’d share these babies, offered by O P Tactical. Granted, they have the padded collar, added in the early 80s, but this is still a great boot. One thing I really like about them is they’ve Replaced the old anti-punji stake metal plate with a LENZI non-metallic L-Protection anti-penetration board which uses pre-treated ceramic and high tenacity fibers.
Yep, that’s a genuine Panama Tread Direct Molded Sole. That’s becuase these are made on original Ro-Search machinery. Ro-Search was a business unit of Wellco Boots and Original Footwear owns both Altama and Wellco.
Jayhawk Military Textiles – Repro 1st Pattern USGI Jungle Boots Pre-Order
Tuesday, September 26th, 2017
Limited Edition 1st Pattern Jungle boots! Available in whole sizes 8-13. Certain sizes are selling out faster than anticipated so make sure you reserve your pair today, this will be the only run they will ever make of them! It cost nothing until November 1st and you save $31! Find out more at:
jayhawkmilitarytextiles.com/pages/1st-pattern-jungle-boots
Vans – UltraRange
Sunday, September 3rd, 2017
Available in multiple colors, the Ultrarange combines Vans UltraCush Lite midsole compound as well as their LuxLiner sock-fit construction with seamless internals to reduce weight, rubbing, and hotspots, along with Vans’ Pro Vulc Lite construction and durable rubber reverse waffle lug outsoles.
www.vans.com/shop/mens-shoes-shop-new-arrivals/ultrarange-nathan-florence-gray-black
SSD Exclusive – Belleville Unveils “Burma” – New Ver 2 Jungle Combat Boot
Thursday, August 31st, 2017The “Burma”, Style# 901 V2
Belleville Boot Company has been contracted to provide 400 pairs of its new, lower profile Jungle Combat Boot (JCB) to Schofield Barracks, Hawaii where members of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team (25th ID) and cadre of the Jungle Operations Training Center (JOTC) will be targeted to test and evaluate the “Burma” boot.
Named in memory of the famed Marauders of the 5307th Composite Unit, whose actions in the Burma jungles during WWII are legendary; this “Version 2” has been updated from Belleville’s first JCB submission to the Army to include critical enhancements that were suggested from soldiers who performed the original wear tests.
Key design and performance criteria goals were to:
• Reduce overall weight (compared to the Version 1 JCB)
• Reduce thickness/height of the polyurethane midsole
• Enhance drainage
• Minimize water pick up/absorption of upper materials
• Maximize dry out time
• Provide traction and grip in wet, muddy environments
The Burma boot features:
• Full grain, flesh-out, waterproof leather (coyote color)
• Medial-side and Lateral-side drainage perforations
• The Vibram® Panama II outsole with MEGAGRIP® compound
• Enhanced cushioned insole with drainage channels
• State-of-the-art, polyurethane direct injection construction
In addition to these features, the Burma is also built on the same last as the U.S. Army’s Hot Weather Combat Boot, Temperate Weather Combat Boot, and Intermediate Cold/Wet Boot…insuring a consistent fit across all of the Army’s issued boots.
Belleville is slated to deliver these 400 pairs on 30-OCT-17 and will also offer the Burma 901 V2 for sale later in the fall through AAFES Military Clothing Sales and AAFES on-line.
OP Tactical Offering Altra Lone Peak 3.5 Mid Mesh
Tuesday, August 22nd, 2017One of the biggest complaints I see in comments on posts about footwear is that they are too narrow. Jon at O P Tactical had mentioned to me his success with the Altra brand of shoe. I checked them out at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market and then bought a pair of Lone Peak 3.5 trail runners from REI.
Generally, if I’m on my feet all day walking, I wear a compression brace on my left knee. Wearing these, I didn’t need it.
I had to laugh at myself. They certainly offer a distinct aesthetic. I looked down and mentioned to my wife that they were shaped like the foot. Sure enough, right on the toe, it says “Foot Shape”.
At ORSM, I first encountered the Altra Lone Peak 3.5 Mid Mesh. The first thing that struck me was the Sand color.
Also, they are a Zero Drop shoe, which will be new for many.
Other features include the Gaiter Trap slots but I find them kind of superfluous, considering the shoe is mesh, so stuff is going to get in the toe box even if you’re wearing a gaiter.
As for the width of the toe box. This image compares them to Salomons.
O P Tactical also has them in Black.
I’ve already ordered a pair in Sand. Get yours at www.optactical.com/allope35midm.
Merrell Tactical Footwear Now Available At Tactical Distributors
Friday, August 18th, 2017The new Merrell Tactical Footwear line we recently mentioned is now available from Tactical Distributors.
So far, there are Midheight and 8″ height models in Black or Tan. Look for extended sizing and waterproof models as well.
www.tacticaldistributors.com/collections/merrell-1
New Propper Series 300 Berry Compliant Boot
Tuesday, August 8th, 2017St. Charles, MO — Propper International introduced their newest boot, the Berry Amendment and AR 670-1 compliant Series 300, a rugged mil-spec pair that stands up to the rigors of active duty in the toughest conditions.
“Our extensive experience as a defense contractor helped us anticipate the needs of soldiers in the field as we designed the new Series 300,” said Joe Ruggeri, Senior Vice President of Merchandising and Product Development.
For 50 years, Propper International has made uniforms for the military. From the original Dixie cup caps for the Navy in 1967 to a full line of ACUs and BDUs (over 120 million strong), Propper has been synonymous with military wear for half a century.
This is Propper’s third new AR 670-1 boot in 2017, coming on the heels of the Series 100 Waterproof in January and a new US Army contract in April.
Built in Propper’s Puerto Rico factory, the Series 300 features a Vibram® dual density rubber outsole with oil- and slip-resistant self-cleaning lugs made from V40 rubber compound permanently fused to a dedicated fast-rope slot.
The inside of the Series 300 is lined with a comfortable memory foam insert wrapped in an antimicrobial fabric cover to help reduce order buildup.
The upper is constructed from USA-sourced flesh-out cattle hide, mesh, and Dri-Lex® moisture management lining bound by quadruple stitching in stress areas, all tied together with a US MIL-SPEC speed lace system.
Learn more about the new Series 300 www.propper.com/footwear/propper-series-300-boot.
