Posted: 6/24/2007 12:23:18 PM EDT
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I'm looking for an 8" boot for brush/wildfires. I want something waterproof so the will stay dry when I'm at work (washing ambulances). Heres the kicker though: Does anyone make my boot with a side zipper? I could see it being a problem because a zipper compared to a solid boot in a fire but it would be under my fire pants. thanks Russian BTW: I'm at work and I know some rigs are due back so I'll be in and out |
| I bought a set of the new globe structural boots. They are pull ons but very comfortable. I tried the zip-ups at FDIC in Indy and they were very comfortable too here is the LINK |
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Do they need to be some sort of NFPA boots, or just good boots in general? I know nothing of structural boots. But, I love Bates boots in particular for regular boots. Look into their assault boots, like the GX-8 and the M-9. I wear a pair of black, GX-8 Gore-Tex, zips at work. They're great, because they're Gore Tex, but they're non-insulated. I've never needed insulation in my boots, no matter how cold it gets, because the Gore-Tex keeps them dry, and my socks keep them warm. The boot is supportive, EXTREMELY comfortable, and mine were very affordable. I think the price has gone up since I got mine, but it shouldn't be too bad. I love them for all sorts of non-interior activities, from washing the trucks to standing in the gutters flooded by relief valves at a fire scene. I have a pair of M-6's that are non-zip, non-Gore Tex. They're summer, outdoor boots that I use for hiking. They are also great, and have seen some serious wear without any problems. The sole on the M-series is Vibram, which is far less slippery when wet than the sole of the GX-series, but I've yet to have an accident with the GX's. Both boots fit WAY better than any other boots. They fit more like tennis shoes. I have some Belleville's that I don't even wear anymore because of that. |
Well I either need one that will be NFPA for the department or one for work and another pair for the department so.... |