Bates Men's 8" Ultra-Lite Tactical Sport TS1 Side Zip Work Boot

Good boots long lasting well worth the money. Nothing more comfortable for walking 6 plus miles a day.

The Bates men's 8" Ultralite Tactical Sport side-zip military boot is a replacement for the slightly taller zippered paratrooper boots I used to get from the military surplus store. The fit is perfect, I really need the 3E size. I was very pleased with how comfortable they were, as compliant as tennis shoes. There are also much lighter than those paratrooper boots I used to buy. I love how the zipper pull has a slight bend so it is easy to grab, even when I am wearing gloves. One niggle is I think the little velcro patch that covers the zipper pull when it is up is a bit silly. I would much prefer they used the little bit of leather to make a pull loop on the rearward side of the zipper, so I can pull the boots on while standing. As it is, I like them so much, it is a small thing to sit down to pull the boots on. Another minor niggle is the heel is not very tall, so they might not work well with motorcycle pegs, but I think the small hell will work fine. I don't know if this Bates is related to the old Bates motorcycle seats, but the quality is excellent. I hope to get a lot of use out of these boots.

I've been wearing Magnum boots for 7 years now. My last 3 sets had quality issues with the side zip so I decided to get a set of these. For what they cost, they're pretty good boots. They had some break-in period for about a week. They were very stiff and abrasive for a few shifts at work, but once they softened up, they fit and wore well. They have a standard look of pretty much any boot most of my LEO guys wear, nothing special. I can't comment much on their grip or performance; I work in a jail so I'm not out hopping fences, running through the streets or anything like that. They hold up nice in a concrete building though and they take a polish on the toe as needed. My only complaint is that for something called Ultra-Lites, they're heavier than the Magnums I was wearing. I still think they're pretty light in general, but there are lighter options in the same price range. I like that the side zip is straight up and down. The issue with the Magnum side-zip is that is curves and causes the teeth to rip out of the mesh after a while. I think the Bate's zipper will last much long as it is just straight up and down. Otherwise, these boots do what I need them to for half the price of a lot of other boots.

So I’ll keep it short, I have had these for more than a year now and I have a lot of great things to say. I needed these for landscaping primarily as well as anything like helping people move and hiking. I wanted something all around. I will say if your looking for a replacement for a steel toe this isn’t it, while there way better than shoes protection wise there not perfect. The real game changer for me with these is the zipper on the side. I hate lacing up especially if I’m in and out and have to do several times a day and they don’t stay tight sometimes etc. These make it as easy as slipping on some slippers. They breathe way better than other boots I’ve used and there pretty comfortable. I used them consistently for months wearing them at work and then to activity’s, something like 10-11 hours straight a day. No issues. They haven’t fallen apart as I expected with the price even though I’m told Bates is super reputable. They do great hiking and with a little leather treatment for after resistance my feet aren’t soaked in the grass or what ver when I’m camping. Love how thick the sole is. And lastly, they look sweet, I don’t feel out of place wearing them to anything social. So ya, great buy, you won’t find anything of this quality cheaper

Great boots that fit well. I bought a 11.5 instead of my normal 11w, I did this because reviews said they run small. They fit well but don't seem to be small for 11.5. In fact they actually fit when the Oboz i bought at sportsman's wound up being just a touch too small and they refuse to stretch. Might try a spray product to help those. But the Bates broke in very fast and on their own without help. Two days o wear and they are perfect. It's just the fold above the toes that needs to soften. Best break in of any boot ever. Lots of toe room. Wil buy again

Hallo leider passten mir die Shuche nicht, habe normalerweise 44,5 und hier waren schon die 44 deutlich zu groß. Die Schuhe ans sich waren aber schön leicht und ordentlich verarbeitet.

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Super bequeme leichte Stiefel! Qualitaet und Preis stimmen! wer nicht unbedingt GoreTex Membrane verarbeitet haben will, sondern einfach einen sehr robusten leichten Stiefel sucht, ist mit diesem Modell gut beraten! ich verwende diesen auch zum Dienst und er hat bereits 2 Monate harten Training in England hinter sich und gerade das haben diese besser ueberstanden als die dienstlich gelieferten! ich wuerde diese Stiefel wieder kaufen!!!!!!

Excellent experience, Well in time delivery, and Great product. Just received it and I can feel it’ll be a comfy pair of boots for me with my both knee surgeries, they feel very light wt and also seems like it’ll take a toll and hopefully they last long. Side zip is a biggest plus. Will recommend to others comrades for sure. Cheers

Price. Quality. Comfort. Side zip. Lightweight. As I'm usually on patrol, a lot of walking around, these provide great ankle support while being tough yet light. Which makes running easier and safer.