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Canadians Testing Camo Boots

Monday, April 26th, 2010

Temperate Combat Boot in CADPAT TW

Over the past several years we have seen numerous images of boots printed in CADPAT TW but now they are finally undergoing a test to determine the best color scheme for Canadian military footwear. Presently, DND has pitted CADPAT TW against the solid DND Maxi-Brown in a large-scale user wear trial to verify whether or not the latest version of the Temperate Combat Boot passes user acceptance for comfort and durability. A visual detection test will be conducted later this year to determine which version (CADPAT or Maxi-Brown) performs better in term of increasing soldier survivability through reducing their visual signature. Once the results of the user wear trial and visual detection test are compiled, the final version will be put to contract sometime in the 2011-2013 time frame.

Don't let the USAF see this!

Temperate Combat Boot in Maxi-Brown

All photos Canadian DND

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Salomon 3D Mid GTX Ultra

Monday, April 12th, 2010

Salomon took their most popular Gore-tex lined trail shoe and adjusted the height to protect the ankle. They are lightweight yet keep your feet stable in scrub or on the trail. I have been wearing a pair for a week and appreciate the comfort as well as Salomon’s friction-free lace eyelets. You just pull on the laces and tuck the excess in the pocket.

XA Pro 3D Mid GTX

They are available in two color schemes, Black/Asphalt/Turf (shown) and Detroit/Black/X-Games which are mainly Grey with Orange accents. They will accept paint for those who need the extra camo. It is important to know that Salomons run a little small.

The best place to find the 3D Mid GTX Ultra is Blue Ridge Mountain Sports. As soon as they saw them, they laid in a good supply for units in the Tidewater of Virginia area. For those of you in Hampton Roads be sure to stop by Blue Ridge’s Hilltop store in Virginia Beach were there will be plenty on hand.

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Magnum Field Testers

Friday, March 26th, 2010

Magnum boots has launched a new website to host boot reviews. This is a great opportunity if you are a Magnum boot user to not only provide feedback directly to the company but also to score some free schwag.


This is a good example of a review. Visit www.magnumboots.com/us/fieldtesters if you think you have what it takes to become an official field tester.

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Bootistan Deliveries Begin

Sunday, February 21st, 2010

Deliveries begin this week for the much anticipated Bootistan from OTB Boots. The waterproof Bootistan mountain boot is lined with Sympatex and features a dual density Ortholite footbed covered with Dri-lex. They are currently offered in Desert Tan for use with uniforms as well as Brown with a Black Vibram sole and rubber rand for those who are looking for something a little more discreet.

OTB Bootistan in Desert Tan

OTB Bootistan in Brown and Black

Look for them at OTBboots.com or wherever OTB footwear are sold.

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Bates C3 Technology

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

Available beginning in May, the new Bates Cross Channel Circulation is designed to help keep you cool when you spend all day on your feet. While you move around air is forced into the sole of the boot to increase cooling.

Bates C3 Boot

“Bates is continuously unveiling new technologies with the goal of being a clear innovative solutions provider,” says Ron Woznick, Vice President and General Manager of Bates Footwear, “Comfort and footwear breathability remain high priorities for the law enforcement profession. We are looking forward to seeing this new technology on the streets where it will provide noticeable comfort differences in the everyday lives of men and women in law enforcement.”

We would also like to welcome Bates as our latest advertiser.

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Tactical Research by Belleville Introduces The MultiCam Kiowa

Monday, February 1st, 2010

Responding to a request within the community, Belleville Shoe Company utilized its new “Tactical Research” brand to develop their top selling “Kiowa” assault boot in a coloration that features olive, flesh-out suede leather perfectly matched to MultiCam®.

Belleville's Tactical Research Kiowa in MultiCam

As with all “Tactical Research by Belleville” styles, the new boot will feature the proprietary TR-1 foot support insole; an anatomically shaped, removable footbed that offers the performance features of expensive, after-market insoles.

In appreciation to their customers and our readers, Belleville is pleased to offer $20 off the regular retail price to the first 50 customers who call and mention that they saw this article on www.soldiersystems.net. Regular retail price is $109.95, but with the discount, the cost will only be $89.95 which includes FREE CONUS shipping. The phone number to call and place your order for the MultiCam® Kiowa is 1-800-376-6978.

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Let’s get these Tactical Chucks made!

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

The crew at ITS Tactical have taken on a great cause. After seeing these “Tactical” Chucks at the Converse boot booth at SHOT Show they inquired as to whether they were available. What ensued was pure marketing comedy but has resulted in a grassroots campaign to get the things produced.

Tactical Chucks

Support the cause! Sign the petition.

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Magnum Boots USA Steps in to Lend Support to Haiti

Friday, January 29th, 2010

Magnum Boots USA is donating nine hundred pairs of boots and shoes to soles4souls.org, which will be distributed to victims of the earthquake so they are able to safely reconstruct their lives.

“Our hearts go out to our Haitian neighbors as we struggle to comprehend the magnitude of this disaster, and we cannot forget how important basic necessities – such as shoes – will be in the ongoing rescue and rebuilding efforts,” said Bill Berta, CEO of Magnum Boots USA. “We deeply appreciate the work of Soles 4 Souls and encourage everyone to look into their own closets in support of this tragedy.”

For ways to help those in need, please donate your gently used shoes to Souls4Souls. For more information please log into www.soles4souls.org for details.

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