BOOTS

[jimmydeanno]

What regulation laces? We were issued Altama combat boots with speed laces in basic. We tucked the extra into the boot to keep the loops and ends from getting caught in... well, there's nothing they can get caught in during basic, but in a/d they can, so it's good practice. Besides... attention to detail.

He was talking about "Regular" laces, not "Regulation Laces." Regular laces being those that aren't "speed laces."

[MIKE]

I prefer my ICBs to the older style issue speed lace boots.  The soles are much more cushiony and they have Gore-Tex.  I think I paid under 90 for 'em as seconds.  Now I just need to find some with safety toes for cheap.

[afgeo4]

Safety toe?  Have the cadets been expressing their feelings for you? 

[MIKE]

Coast Guard requires them. 

[addo1]

What is safety toe??  

[MIKE]

A steel or composite toe cap inside the boot that protects your toes.  Useful if you might drop something heavy on your feet, or if you will be working on or around large steel U.S. Coast Guard vessels.

[addo1]

Is safety toe a lot more expensive??

[MIKE]

It depends... It does add to the cost of the boots I want though.

[afgeo4]

A steel or composite toe cap inside the boot that protects your toes.  Useful if you might drop something heavy on your feet, or if you will be working on or around large steel U.S. Coast Guard vessels.

Yes, definitely useful if someone drops a large steel U.S. Coast Guard vessel on your feet.

[floridacyclist]

Don't be afraid to spend some $$ on boots either!

I agree, but remember, if you're just a small fry guy and haven't hit your growth spurt yet, you may buy a $50 pair of boots and out grow them in a 6 months.

That's why I recommend used Army-issue boots to our cadets. $20.00 gets you a shinable pair of boots from the surplus store with a few years left on them.

[Stonewall]

That's why I recommend used Army-issue boots to our cadets. $20.00 gets you a shinable pair of boots from the surplus store with a few years left on them.

Dern it, Cap'n, that is about the best suggestion I've seen on this 3-page discussion.  And something so commonly done I don't know why me or someone else didn't already suggest it. 

Absolutely do this!  If you've got a surplus store near you, you can get 3 pair of decent used boots for the price of a brand new pair.  You can even get your summer and winter pair of boots (jungles and maybe goretex).

Doint push-ups for not mentioning it earlier...

[JC004]

That's why I recommend used Army-issue boots to our cadets. $20.00 gets you a shinable pair of boots from the surplus store with a few years left on them.

Dern it, Cap'n, that is about the best suggestion I've seen on this 3-page discussion.  And something so commonly done I don't know why me or someone else didn't already suggest it. 

Absolutely do this!  If you've got a surplus store near you, you can get 3 pairs of decent used boots for the price of a brand new pair.  You can even get your summer and winter pair of boots (jungles and maybe goretex).

Doint push-ups for not mentioning it earlier...

Stonewall!!  You're increasing the number of times I have to click on all these threads to keep up!  You're killing me here...

[afgeo4]

Don't be afraid to spend some $$ on boots either!

I agree, but remember, if you're just a small fry guy and haven't hit your growth spurt yet, you may buy a $50 pair of boots and out grow them in a 6 months.

That's why I recommend used Army-issue boots to our cadets. $20.00 gets you a shinable pair of boots from the surplus store with a few years left on them.

Many of those boots aren't serviceable and require new soles which can cost quite a bit and many wont take a shine anymore.

[Stonewall]

Many of those boots aren't serviceable and require new soles which can cost quite a bit and many wont take a shine anymore.

Maybe at a NYC surplus store, but most (not all) Army/Navy's I've been to, especially around a good sized military base, have a decent selection of boots to choose from that are serviceable.

[afgeo4]

Many of those boots aren't serviceable and require new soles which can cost quite a bit and many wont take a shine anymore.

Maybe at a NYC surplus store, but most (not all) Army/Navy's I've been to, especially around a good sized military base, have a decent selection of boots to choose from that are serviceable.

I haven't seen any in NYC. I was talking about stores around Ft. Dix/McGuire AFB/Lakehurst NAES (g-d that's tiring to write!)

[Stonewall]

For addo1, the original poster.  I did a quick search of your area and found

Texas Army Navy Store
2600 W Mockingbird Ln
Dallas, TX 75235
Phone: (214) 902-9102

Call and see what they have to say about their boot selection.

[mikeylikey]

Many of those boots aren't serviceable and require new soles which can cost quite a bit and many wont take a shine anymore.

Maybe at a NYC surplus store, but most (not all) Army/Navy's I've been to, especially around a good sized military base, have a decent selection of boots to choose from that are serviceable.

I haven't seen any in NYC. I was talking about stores around Ft. Dix/McGuire AFB/Lakehurst NAES (g-d that's tiring to write!)

The thrift store at McGuire had a large selection of boots about a year ago.  I have not been in for, well, almost a year.  I would reccomend making a quick stop if you are in teh area.  I got 2 gortex jackets, a pair of gortex pants, brand new blue pants and a buckle for about $75.00  PLUS the money goes to support the family organizations (FRG) at DIX/McGuire. 

[addo1]

For addo1, the original poster.  I did a quick search of your area and found

Texas Army Navy Store
2600 W Mockingbird Ln
Dallas, TX 75235
Phone: (214) 902-9102

Call and see what they have to say about their boot selection.

 Thanks, I will!!

[CAP006]

I like jungle boots better cause they are easy to break in to, easy to polish, and have air pockets to air out the feet unlike the combat boots. Can I get an Amen in the house?!?

[afgeo4]

I like jungle boots better cause they are easy to break in to, easy to polish, and have air pockets to air out the feet unlike the combat boots. Can I get an Amen in the house?!?

You obviously don't live in the snow belt lol.