Bates Footwear is set release their new Lightweight Hiker, designed specifically to fill a niche for those seeking a comfortable commercial-style boot for combat use. Unlike many hiking boots the Lightweight Hiker offers a great deal of torsional support along the footbed.
It features the Vibram Mutant outsole and integrates Superfabric side panels to help keep your feet cool.
The question has come up as to where in Afghanistan that the Combat Flip Flops will be made. Here are pictures taken recently at the factory that will be used.
Extreme Outfitters is offering a great deal on Black Nike SF Boots through 15 September. They are smooth leather and will take a shine. The SF Boot is very comfortable and built on the Nike Free sole which means they weigh ounces per boot. They make a great boot for LE and first responders who require a Black boot.
This is an unadvertised special price. They are going for for $89.99 and this offer is restricted to the Black version. To order, select the boots and then use code NIKE89 during checkout.
Mission Ready Equipment had the access to identify an operational requirement for a more arid environment friendly color for the Salomon Quest 4D GTX boot and the foresight to make it happen. They got with the guys at Über SOF (who as far as we are concerned would be Salomon Tactical if there was such a thing) and identified a supply of Quests in Brown manufactured for the European market. Together they worked to convince Salomon to bring the entire stock to the US. Now, they are available to you, exclusively from MRE.
As you can see, they blend well with both AOR1 and MultiCam. The Quest is an awesome boot and is comfortable right out of the box. The Quest is built on the same last as the Salomon XA Pro 3D running shoe which is Salomon’s most popular style. The sole relies on Salomon’s 4D Chassis. The outsole has an ascending lug pattern in the front of the sole, and a braking pattern in the rear. Beneath the foot is a cushioning pad, while the chassis protects against twisted ankles, and then an additional cushioning pad to absorb rocks and roots underfoot (4 layers= 4D). Finally, the GTX in the style name stands for Gore-tex and these boots will not only stand up to the terrain but also the weather.
There are only a couple of hundred pairs available. Get yours before their gone from www.missionreadyequipment.com.
Coming soon to a foot near you are Combat Flip Flops.
One of the major issues in Afghanistan is developing a robust economy. It’s one of the best ways to combat the insurgency. Put people to work and let them develop a stake in their way of life. A couple of American entrepreneurs saw this first hand and decided to do something about it. Their answer is Combat Flip Flops.
All Models are made with Super comfortable recycled Leather straps and footbeds with heat stamped graphics, a chunky EVA midsole and rubber outsole. All materials are sourced from Afghanistan, assembled by Afghans in a professional environment, and packaged with recycled material from combat uniforms, boots, or tactical equipment.
When you look at the various models you will notice a few embellishments that scream Afghanistan. For example, the use of the poppy and 7.62 x 39 head stamps. Look for Combat Flip Flops to be available by the first of the year. Interested retailers contact them NOW to get in on this. These are going to be big.
Extreme Outfitters is offering the popular Coyote T8 boot for $99.99 + Free shipping. This will be a limited time special and it is only on the Coyote color.
SSD sponsor Bates Footwear is partnering with Galls to award two (2) fans with a year’s worth of Bates boots and shoes! Each package will be custom tailored to fit your footwear needs.
To enter, fill out the form at Galls’ Facebook page and don’t forget to “like” them for the latest news and deals.
Don’t wait. This promotion ends September 8, 2011.
