Buy Bates Men's Gx-8 GTX Side Zip Combat Boot,Black,10.5 M USBates Men's Gx-8 GTX Side Zip Combat Boot,Black,10.5 M US Product Description:
- 8" soft-toe boots
- Side zipper
- Ballistic nylon upper
- Durably waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex lining
- Cushioned removable insert
Product Description
Men's Waterproof Bates GX - 8 Gore - Tex Side - zip Duty Boots protect and serve your feet with support and slip - resistance! Wear the GX-8 on the beat and stay one step ahead of the bad guys. Including the famous Gore-Tex waterproof lining, full-grain leather and ballistic nylon uppers combined with full-cushioned removable comfort insoles, all riding on the exclusive Ultra-Lites Xtreme outsoles with exceptional stability and traction so you won't slip up on the job! More: Side-zip for easy on / off; Soft toe; Cement construction; Measure approx. 8" in height; Lightweight... just over 3 lbs. State Size. Order Now! Men's Bates GX-8 Gore-Tex Side-zip Boots
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful.
By Barry C. Allen
Bates makes a good product. There is about a one to two week break in period for these boots, especially if you use footpads on top of the insoles. The upper and lower sections are of good quality. The soles seem to be of good quality as well. The tread and sole material help on ice and snow, which is awesome. The tread pattern is aggressive and I commend Bates for doing that. Too many boot companies put more of a dry pavement walking pattern on the bottom of their boots. Alaskan winters aren't compatible with boots built for urban summer environments.The only issue that I have had with these boots is in the seam area along each side of the boot toward the toe. They are just a little snug for my feet. I wear a 10D, and usually I don't have any issues with that on any brand of boot. The footbed seems comfortable enough, and the rest of the boot is fine. I have gotten used to this, so I don't always notice it depending on which socks I wear. I have not had any rub problems since the boots have been broken in.The side zipper is awesome. This is the first pair of boots I bought with this configuration and I have to say I have missed out. You can get them on quickly. I get called out in the middle of the night periodically, and I want to get dressed and move quickly, and that actually helps considerably.The waterproofing seems very good. I work in a temperate rain forest. I need waterproof boots nearly year round. So far, I have not had any problems in this area. Another failing of boot companies is to claim waterproofing, and I am here to tell you that it is not necessarily the case. Walk through a muskeg at 3AM for an hour tracking down a bad guy, and you will find all the seams in a "waterproof" boot before you're done.So, I commend Bates on being able to build a quality, waterproof boot at a fair price. Considering what other companies charge for gore-tex lined boots, Bates is a bargain.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful.
By Brandon Wilde
For the weight, the price, the gore-tex and the durability these are great boots. I have had only one pair in the last 3 years and they are still holding up. I am an avid hiker and these are my favorite boots that I've ever owned half the time I don't even realize they are on. The side-zip helps so much when you are tired after a hike, or in the middle of the night when "nature-calls." The Gore-tex performs great and I have stomped through many a creek/stream in my day. I take them hunting also and even in the snow with a nice wool sock I am warm, dry and cozy. Minimal break in period means they are good to go! I was first turned on to this name and brand as an LDS missionary, they are marketed to missionaries because of their sole durability (despite what others have said) they stay dry and they can be polished. If you know anything about LDS missionaries it should be that they walk a lot. I am a bates buyer for life now. If you want to spend a little more and get a Vibram sole, the GX-9 is right up your alley. They will be my next pair, but I have converted more than a few people to them over the last few years.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
By NIN
Never owned a side zip boot until now. Mine were issued through work. Given the price in Canada, I probably would buy a Danner, Corcoran or Matterhorn but these are comfy and keep my feet warm and dry. I gotta admit, the side zip is very convenient. They are light and feel almost like wearing sneakers. Don't imagine I'll get years of wear out of them though.
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