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AnthonyG January 17th, 2015 21:04

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Originally Posted by Chingyul (Post 1929202)
So everyone happy with going true to size?
I wear 8 with Converse, but 8.5 in everything else (Merrell, Adidas, ...)

I'm 9.5 Adidas, I got 10s and there is a bit of space. Could have happily gone 9.5 for an exact fit.

Red Dot January 17th, 2015 21:25

Holy fuck they are sweet! The sole looks awesome. Seems to have a higher heel that I can feel but I assume with break in it will settle down. Sizing is bang on, overall EXTREMELY happy for the price. Thanks again Cliff.

Brengun January 17th, 2015 23:34

As someone that didn't buy these --but may be living with regrets: This looks like one of those deals that looks "too good to be true."

I would love it if everyone contributing to this very active thread could re-visit in October, and report on the durability / comfort / performance.


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Originally Posted by Cliffradical (Post 1926729)
Yeah, okay.

So I wanted to hoard this deal but my damn conscience got the better of me.

http://shopfiveten.com/P-43610700182...esert-Tan.aspx

If you want good boots, buy these, and for Crom's sake take care of the suede.
Also available in black.

Please leave some of the low-ankle ones so I can buy them for my Mom.


Cliffradical January 18th, 2015 00:02

I've worked in them three times now (snow clearing, non-stop foot action) and just played my first CQB game in them. The work thing doesn't matter except that my feet are 100%in new boots (awesome), but playing in them was just phenomenal.
They grip firmly and stop on a dime, and they're really goddamn quiet.

We'll see how long they last, but as of this minute I'd pay full retail for them.

AnthonyG January 18th, 2015 00:34

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Originally Posted by Cliffradical (Post 1929249)
I've worked in them three times now (snow clearing, non-stop foot action) and just played my first CQB game in them. The work thing doesn't matter except that my feet are 100%in new boots (awesome), but playing in them was just phenomenal.
They grip firmly and stop on a dime, and they're really goddamn quiet.

We'll see how long they last, but as of this minute I'd pay full retail for them.

I don't think I'd pay full retail for these shoes. I think they're worth about $100~120, or at least that's what I'd be willing to pay for them.
And by the time I reach that price I'd probably opt for a cheaper solution.

chaz January 18th, 2015 11:15

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Originally Posted by Brengun (Post 1929248)
As someone that didn't buy these --but may be living with regrets: This looks like one of those deals that looks "too good to be true."

I would love it if everyone contributing to this very active thread could re-visit in October, and report on the durability / comfort / performance.

I can't imagine the boots to be crap given the quality of 5.10's climbing shoes (I've run them for years when I was climbing). As well, (someone correct me if I am wrong) but these are approved for military use. At any rate, the price was right. I will be running these at the Hill this season so we shall see how they hold up.

RainyEyes January 18th, 2015 12:04

I think they're great. A little room in the front, good traction, no smell. The only concerning thing is that they say they're "MADE IN KOREA"... which one!? D:

I've rubbed wax on them to make them water resistant and plugged the eyelets with a glue gun so that i can wear them in winter as well. They are extremely warm except for the tongue of the shoe that is a very thin polyester fabric. Discount that, they are perfect light weather boots.

AnthonyG January 18th, 2015 13:18

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Originally Posted by RainyEyes (Post 1929294)
I think they're great. A little room in the front, good traction, no smell. The only concerning thing is that they say they're "MADE IN KOREA"... which one!? D:

I've rubbed wax on them to make them water resistant and plugged the eyelets with a glue gun so that i can wear them in winter as well. They are extremely warm except for the tongue of the shoe that is a very thin polyester fabric. Discount that, they are perfect light weather boots.

I had planned on doing this also. Did you plug it with glue from the inside or outside?

RainyEyes January 18th, 2015 14:19

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Originally Posted by AnthonyG (Post 1929303)
I had planned on doing this also. Did you plug it with glue from the inside or outside?

I was tempted to try and do it inside, but was afraid i'd brush the nozzle on the interior and ruin it permanently, so i settled with sealing it from the outside. It's easier to remove but looks bad. Try doing it on the inside if you have good dexterity, and your glue gun is small enough to fit.

chaz January 18th, 2015 14:44

Try using shoe-goo. That stuff is TOUGH and you can smear some on the inside of the drainage holes.

-=ArchAngel=- January 18th, 2015 16:48

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Originally Posted by RainyEyes (Post 1929294)
I think they're great. A little room in the front, good traction, no smell. The only concerning thing is that they say they're "MADE IN KOREA"... which one!? D:

I've rubbed wax on them to make them water resistant and plugged the eyelets with a glue gun so that i can wear them in winter as well. They are extremely warm except for the tongue of the shoe that is a very thin polyester fabric. Discount that, they are perfect light weather boots.

How do you think they'd fair, being submerged in a puddle? I was thinking about grabbing these, but the only thing holding me back is that i'd rather have something thats made for wetter conditions.

L473ncy January 18th, 2015 17:02

Why are people plugging the drain holes? Isn't the point of jungle boots that it can drain if you get them wet? Also for breathability and moisture wicking to keep your feet dry?

Cliffradical January 18th, 2015 17:10

Yeah, I dunno. They're made out of suede, if you try to turn them into galoshes they'll rot off your feet.

WinnipegDragon January 18th, 2015 18:48

Gamed with mine today and they remain unreasonably comfortable. I have been playing in runners and I forgot that I had switched.

Super good so far.

RainyEyes January 18th, 2015 21:00

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Originally Posted by L473ncy (Post 1929326)
Why are people plugging the drain holes? Isn't the point of jungle boots that it can drain if you get them wet? Also for breathability and moisture wicking to keep your feet dry?

Because i'm cheap and wanted them to double as winter boots.

I figured that they would let in the cold, so plugging them wound be one way to keep the cold out. It's just hot glue gun glue so it's removable.

They're meant to be water resistant, not water proof. The wax doesn't make it 100% hydrophobic, and no amount of silicone based shoe spray will either. It's just to make them more durable in the winter. Again, I'm cheap.


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