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[Petro6golf]

Im on my third pair of ATACS in 2 years. Might switch to something else... but their sooooo comfortable. Anyone use the Nike SFB?

[Jack's Smirking Revenge]

I have been wearing a pair of the 5.11 ATAC with zippers for 2 years on patrol, and they have held up just as long as 2 other models of Rocky boots I have worn. They are also far more comfortable and cost less. Maybe I got lucky with this pair.

I have also had good luck with 5.11 pants, a couple of rifle cases, and a Rush 24 backpack. The pants, the Rush 24, and one of the rifle cases have seen a lot of abuse. YMMV.

[Gnome]

Gnome- ban me for a firemen joke? This is a LE centric forum section, cops and firemen make fun of each other...and prior to being a cop I was a fireman. 4.5 years. Wearing zippered Danner boots no less!

It was an attempt at humor. Thought U meant we should wear zippers because firefighters do. Hence, the "ban" joke. Am I the only one who took it this way? I thought it was funny.

Tough crowd. I thought it was funny.

Cool. Apparently someone got my humor.

[ak_in_ca]

GET DANNER ACADIAS!!!!!!!!!!!

[Zedrek]

I love 5.11 products. I wear the TDU pants, the Performance Polos in both short and long sleeve, the Trainer belt, and the Taclite 6" Coyote boots. I've had the boots for a couple of months but they are really comfortable and lightweight.

[1CavScout]

Danner, Danner, Danner. Went through many boots til' I manned up and paid for Danners. Starting my third year with them, had them reconditioned once. Best $$ I ever spent on gear.

^^^This. Best boots I have ever owned.

[CK_32]

My 5.11 Atac storm boots zipper broke off... I was zipping up the sides and the cheap Chinesepot metal broke in my hand. For 120$ rip...

American company made in China

To all LEOs, fire, first responders buy American.

My 5.11 72hr pack has been doing fine for m. Dam well it should for a $200 pack lol


Have you tried contacting them seeing if they will even try to make it right?

[stilly]

My 5.11 Atac storm boots zipper broke off... I was zipping up the sides and the cheap Chinesepot metal broke in my hand. For 120$ rip...

American company made in China

To all LEOs, fire, first responders buy American.

What boots are comparable to these? I had used 5.11 ATAC 8" or what not for around the same prices. I liked the side zippers and the small boot knife pocket in the back and mine performed fine. I also purchased Bates and another brand or two but I never had any issues with my 5.11. Perhaps there was a bad batch or maybe they changed suppliers for some things? :\

That sucks.

[samsigsauer]

I am on my second pair of dancers. My first pair lasted about 8-9 years, and were resoled several times....I am on my back-up pair Recon's right now...Will not have to buy another pair, since I will be retiring in two years!

[Funtimes]

lol... unless a lot changed with 5.11, even most of their dealers hate their guts and dread dealing with them. I've spoken with more than one dealer who basically said they make mostly decent stuff, but they sure suck as a company.

I took gloves right back to the local shop.. new pair ordered for me and was out the door. Had a seem on pants tear and that was replaced too. Right now, I am using their jacket - which I really like

[inbox485]

I took gloves right back to the local shop.. new pair ordered for me and was out the door. Had a seem on pants tear and that was replaced too. Right now, I am using their jacket - which I really like

Sounds like a good vendor.

[Glock619]

I like their uniforms, but not boots. Both pairs lasted about six months. Gear bag though, going on five years.

I'm on the fence with them.

[rjarguell0]

You mentioned the Nike sfb initially, I have been using them for approx 7 months and the rubber is separating from the upper on both boots on the inside of my foot from the arch to just before the toe. They are super light and comfortable, but talking with some of my coworkers, they have had similar problems. So for comfort, they are great, but their durability is crap...if you still choose to try them out, I think uspatriottactical.com (or soemthjng along those lines) had the best price on them. Hope this helps.


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[RaiderMike619]

Danner!