Posted: 12/21/2008 8:27:47 PM EDT
What are the most comfortable out of the box boots? I hate breaking in boots! 
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| I can't wear traditional boots anymore. I had two pairs of Ecco shoes (lug sole, gore tex, very comfortable and supportive) that I wore for several years before one finally died. I have the remaining pair as a backup, but now rotate two pairs of Skechers. One gore tex boot and one low top. Both steel toe, both good on my feet, knees and lower back. |
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What are the most comfortable out of the box boots? I hate breaking in boots! I have had several different pairs of boots over the years and I've got to say that 5.11's were actually the most comfortable right out of the box. If you work in a colder environment, you might want to consider another boot. While I like the 5.11 short boots that I wear, they are not for colder weather. If your talking about off duty boots, Merrells are awesome. |
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Love my blackhawk desert ops boots. They come in black. Most comfortable boots ever and have good tread. I have always wondered how good they were. I haven't seen them at any of our local vendors (sucks)and I really like to try on a boot before I buy a pair. |
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Danner Acadias are my go-to boot, bar none. Yes, they take a bit of breaking in, but there is no more comfortable or longer wearing boot once broken in. Add in the fact that they can be re-soled, and I dont see me EVER wearing a different kind of boot. Danner Acadia +1 I have never noticed a break-in. I'm on my 3rd pair and each pair has been taken out of the box and worn 12 hours on day one. 3rd pair because 1 pair is insulated and gets used only occasionally. The 1st uninsulated pair I have thrashed the uppers through neglect. They work great but the Sup gives me the stink-eye if I wear them so now they are my hunting boots. Still work great and are still water-proof! |
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Danner Acadias are my go-to boot, bar none. Yes, they take a bit of breaking in, but there is no more comfortable or longer wearing boot once broken in. Add in the fact that they can be re-soled, and I dont see me EVER wearing a different kind of boot. Danner Acadia +1 I have never noticed a break-in. I'm on my 3rd pair and each pair has been taken out of the box and worn 12 hours on day one. 3rd pair because 1 pair is insulated and gets used only occasionally. The 1st uninsulated pair I have thrashed the uppers through neglect. They work great but the Sup gives me the stink-eye if I wear them so now they are my hunting boots. Still work great and are still water-proof! +1 Never noticed a break-in period either. I'm on my 3rd pair as well and they are great boots. I've abused these boots over the years and they keep on going! |
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You get what you pay for. The 5.11 ATAC are fine for your first boots or affordable backups. They certainly don't have the best grip or build quality. They are great comfort for the first few/several months and go to crap after. I had two pairs, both blew out the side zippers, chewed laces in half prematurely and made my feet hurt after the first few months.
Can't beat the Danner Acadia if you want a long-term, tough, comfy , high quality boot with resole capability. Light for true BOOTS, but still have some weight. My preference is for a lighter duty wear that's still something of a boot. I tend to tear up the upper materials, too, so it's of no use to re-sole if the toe/heel are torn up, too. Single-use boots are my ticket. Danner Striker GTX, Matterhorn Mach, some Rocky boots I can't remember and now I'm on Thorogood Omegas. Decent boots, all, and the GTX and Mach were best. Buy supportive insoles if you have significant arches. I've had good experiences with Superfeet. |
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http://www.batesfootwear.com/US/Product/NP/Law-Enforcement/GX-4-Gore-Tex.aspx love these things. more comfortable than any sneakers i've ever owned. been wearing them for 18 months and they still look new other than sole wear. |
I like the Bellville flight boots either in Desert Tan or Black the desert ones have a gortex liner that is so comfortable I'd run 10 miles in them if need be. they are composite toe so I don't know if you need them to be but they are. The black ones are almost as comfortable and if you do a quick spit shine on them and buff em they shine like crazy. they ride way up and ankle support is real good as well. 
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I have been wearing the Bates Durashocks for about 3 weeks now. I think they are the reason my left knee is sore for some reason.
I used to love the old style Magnums then they changed the look to them and they are ugly as hell. The 5.11 atacs are a POS. I only wear them around the yard for cleaning up dog shit. |
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I like the Bellville flight boots either in Desert Tan or Black the desert ones have a gortex liner that is so comfortable I'd run 10 miles in them if need be. they are composite toe so I don't know if you need them to be but they are. The black ones are almost as comfortable and if you do a quick spit shine on them and buff em they shine like crazy. they ride way up and ankle support is real good as well. +1 I vote the Belleville 700's |
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I love & highly recommend Oakleys! Been wearing nothing but Oakleys for several years now, and won't bother with anything else. Comfortable, light, and easy to break-in. |
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Another vote for Danner Acadia. I have 2 pair that I use for duty at the PD and another pair of the steel toe's while on duty as a USCG reservist.
They are made in USA as well, since you are from Oregon you should check out the factory store in Portland. They have great deals on factory seconds. |