If you do go hiking in combat boots, follow these tips to keep your feet
happy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some of our favourites:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n FEATURES: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n AKU Selvatica Tactical Mid GTX <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n FEATURES:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Altberg Military Base Boot MK2 <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n FEATURES: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Salomon X Alp GTX <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The high traction Contagrip\u00ae sole and a waterproof membrane by Gore-Tex\u00ae FEATURES: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n Jay Jay\u2019s was founded in 1993 by our team of former Police and Military personnel. We\u2019ve been manufacturing load-bearing equipment and supplying clothing for the military for thirty years. Our innovative, built-for-life products and industry-leading customer service have earned us an outstanding reputation that we\u2019re incredibly proud of. <\/em>
\u25cf Make sure your boots are broken in. Lots of people get
blisters with a new pair of boots. Wearing two pairs of socks
will prevent friction that causes blisters.
\u25cf Experiment with insoles for a better fit and to prevent
blisters\/sores.
\u25cf Learn to take care of your feet by making sure they are clean
and dry.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Like everything, there are pros and cons to wearing military boots for
hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u25cf More protection
\u25cf Better ankle support
\u25cf Keep out debris
\u25cf More durable<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/strong>
\u25cf Typically heavier
\u25cf Not as cushioned or comfortable
\u25cf Less appropriate for casual wear<\/p>\n\n\n\n
AKU NS 564 Spider II <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/jaja\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/73\/2023\/03\/aku-spider-brown-jayjays-1-2-1024x1024.jpg\")
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With complete rubber protection for the toe, this is a multi-purpose highly
breathable boot with outstanding support, stability and impact absorption. The
specially designed Vibram\u00ae mix offers optimum grip even on wet surfaces and
in situations where extreme adherence and total control are required. Perfect
when carrying heavy loads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/jaja\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/73\/2023\/03\/aku-selvatica-gtx-coyote-jayjays-1-2-1024x1024.jpg\")
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Super lightweight, breathable and dynamic support in the shoe upper and
sole, the former bearing ribs that are pre-treated in PU, which eliminates
stitching. The sole tread has been developed with exclusive AKU Elica Natural
Stride System technology to optimise its biodynamic efficiency. The treads are
Vibram\u00ae Selvatica Megagrip with an optimised surface in contact with the
ground for better all-around traction. OrthoLite\u00ae anti-microbe and breathable
insoles, with optimum shock absorption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/jaja\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/73\/2023\/03\/Altberg-military-base-boot-mk2-brown-1-2-1024x1024.jpg\")
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The design across the forefoot gives more breathability and flexing
endurance. The lower ankle height gives increased mobility with excellent
ankle support and torsional control of the foot. The full grain suede (2.0mm) is
combined with military grade breathable Cordura\u00ae, and the forefoot and
tongue are lined with spacer meshtex, which has zero moisture retention. The
boot is built on the A Forme foot shape, which uses running shoe dynamics
and technology, with narrow heel and waist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/jaja\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/73\/2023\/03\/SALOMON-X-ALP-FORCES-GORETEX-EART-BROWN-1-2-1024x1024.jpg\")
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gives durability, protection and stability to the wearer. These boots also
incorporate a 3D Edging Chassis, which brings 2x more flexibility, but with the
same level of lateral edging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why not try for yourself?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n