Tactical Research Mini-Mil TR105 8" Tactical Boots for Men - Minimalist Army/Air Force OCP ACU Coyote Brown Leather with Low Drop and Slip-Resistant Vibram Tarsus Outsole

The break in period on these boots is REAL. Took me about 3 or so weeks to be able to wear them with normal boot socks without pain/discomfort. You're achilles and ankle bones will thank you for wearing double socks until they're broken in. Now that they're broken in, they're fantastic. Super lightweight and super comfortable. Huge fan of the added space in the toe box and the fact that they're zero drop. Will definitely buy again!

I'm glad this boot exists. My feet are funny. I have plantar fasciitis and a heel spur. So I need some arch support, and structure when my PF is bothering me, but at the same time structured shoes that force me to heel-strike or stand on my heel (shoes with heels, or built-up heels) are hard on my heel-spur.Podiatrists tell me wear these insoles with heel lift and never go barefoot. Well that's not really how it works for me. And many others. I'm better off if I don't put my heel down, walking on the ball and toes of the foot. Most shoes are designed to prevent this type of walk. Hence the popularity of minimalist footwear and barefoot running, etc.I've work clogs sneakers boots insoles custom insoles sandals flops... I've tried a lot of things.This style boot is great for the heel spur- it doesn't force me to walk with a heel strike like many boots and shoes are designed to do. It is the only minimalist type shoe I've found that fits my wide foot and actually works as a shoe without drawing some dramatic reaction from people who see it on my foot. The fact that it's approved uniform wear makes this a GODSEND.If you prefer to go barefoot, or have foot issues that benefit from that such as neuropathy, tenonitis, PF, heel spur, etc.; if you wish you could wear 5-fingers all the time; if you walk like a dancer- try this boot.And if you're in the military, or other uniformed services, and any of the above apply- you'll be glad to know this exists. There are very few options of decent footwear for us who have wide feet or special foot interests. I can't fix the corfram poblem, but these will change your life.In spite of the name, I DO NOT recommend these for tactical applications. I wouldn't want to kick a door or jump on rocks with these. But daily work wear, marching, running, road trail, yard work- Yes.

In the never-ending battle for management of body heat, stealth and keeping dry while hunting I decided to give these a try due to the low-profile heel and sole construction.I hunt from the ground. I'll never be found sitting in a tree or blind. Stealth is a top priority. Being able to interact with the ground through feel will greatly improve one's ability to remain silent and undetected. For example, if you are keeping your eyes on the herd of elk, moving when only their eyes are not upon you; feeling the stick through the sole of your boots before committing your body weight onto it will prevent you from breaking said stick thus disclosing your location. These boots do this quite well, while having more traction than a crepe-soled boot.This boot also offers a large amount of ankle support, and flex. All checks in the right boxes for traversing uneven ground. This is all offered in a true-to-size and lightweight product.However, there is one major drawback in my experience. When properly tightly laced, due to the layered construction of the back of the boot; these boots would constantly pinch the back of my heel quite painfully. This is obviously less than ideal in a boot when it is not uncommon to cover 10+ miles across uneven terrain on a back country archery elk hunt. I would assume an extra pair of socks would alleviate this issue, but would take away from the ability to interact with the forest floor. I suppose a lacing them up less tight could also help; yet again taking away from the ankle support many non "road-hunters" desire.Overall, I would recommend these boots to anyone looking for a quiet and supportive ground hunting boot. Just make sure you also purchase some moleskin for the back of the lower leg, just above the ankle. For the price, I would expect there to be some drawbacks. A quality hunting boot with this much going for it could easily be found for twice the price.

WARNING!!! Boot needs to be broken in its unlined so the thick leather will be rubbing directly against your foot.Extremely comfortable toe box on the wide pairs, unlike most brands that just make the entire shoe larger, Belleville just makes the toe box larger for the wide pair - this is what we actually need when purchasing a wide size, THANK YOU.Zero drop soles make walking extremely comfortable regardless of terrain and the flexibility makes the shoe a beast when hiking on + off trail or doing mountain training. I took this pair hunting and absolutely chugged through the steep valleys and mountains of southern California without any ankle scuffing or toe squishing.Despite the flimsy appearance of the shoe's neck it's actually very strong it tightly grips onto your lower legs and braces your ankle.The leather is thick, the shoe lace guides are riveted in place they're also made of steel not aluminum. The build quality and ruggedness of the shoe is outstanding and you definitely get your money's worth.The only con is that I wish these shoes were made in America like most of Belleville's other offerings.

I needed these to work as I suffer from ingrown toenails. The toe box is roomy. Unfortunately the heal around the achilles doesn't have a shank which allows the nylon to bend inward, causing discomfort. I also found the material in the metatarsal area aggravating on top of my foot. The concept is great but, the execution is a fail.

I had to return the 10.5R I bought bc they were too big. I ordered a size smaller (10R), and they are still just too big. I will have to make them work, bc i need them for work. I have a narrow foot, typically a 10B, theses feel super wide when lace up.