TACTICAL RESEARCH TR MAXX 8Z 8" Ultra-Cushioned Maximalist Black Tactical Boots for Men with Zipper - Designed for Police, EMS, and Security with Slip-Resistant Vibram Outsole, Black - 8 R

I'm a Police Officer (Patrol) and am on my feet 8-10 hours a day. Prior to this job, I spent 10 years in the Army and have worn virtually every boot made. The Tactical Research Maxx8 is by far the most comfortable, best-fitting boot I have ever worn. Break-in period was short, about 5 days. This Boot seemed to fit loose at first, which worried me, however as the Boot wore in, it conformed to my foot and I progressively cinched the laces tighter and now it fits like a glove. There is a seam inside the heel of the boot that traverses across the Achilles Tendon which rubbed and was somewhat bothersome for a day or two, but it smoothed out as I continued to wear them. As I stated, they fit like a glove. The cusioned sole absorbs an unbelievable amount of shock and its incredibly light weight makes me feel like I'm walking on a cloud. The boot is still sturdy enough to where it provides ample support for my arches and ankles. Even after wearing these Boots for 3 weeks, I notice everyday, the strain and pressure they have relieved from my back, hips, and knees.I have found these Boots to be true-to-size... I wear a 10.5 Regular Width (US Men's) in both Bates and Thorogood boots and ordered the same size in the Tactical Research Maxx8. I have suffered from lower back pain for years, have a medium-high arch and my feet are such that they tend to swim in a Wide Boot, but fall over the edges of the sole of a regular width boot. Not so with these... It is like they were make just for me.

I'm a corrections Officer and I'm on my feet for at up to 16hrs non stop and these boots fell like walking on a cloud. They are designed for corrections officers so they provide the ankle support I need but the pain I have had in my last boots (Reebok) gave me from the time I stood up in them. Note, THESE BOOTS ARE SIZED SMALL! I'm a woman and wear a 7.5 in women's, I ordered a 5.5 in men's and they just do fit so order a half size larger than you usually wear. As far as comfort, these are the most comfortable boots I've ever put on my feet! OMG!

Very comfortable and they look good.. good price!

To start off with, these boots are not water proof. If you get any water on the tongue area it goes straight through.That aside the break in period has been difficult. These boots bite the back of my Achilles tendon. I doubled up on socks and even use band aid tape. They still bite. They are also probably half a size larger than they are sized for.All of that aside. These boots are excellent over all. While the run from initial break in hurts the actual foot support is incredible. I work corrections. I am on my feet for 12 hours at minimum. I wore these for the first 2 days and my feet did not hurt at all. Usually when I get home my feet are in agony. But I noticed a drastic difference with these.The side zipper is your standard boot zip. It is sturdy and appropriate for the boot. I don't see it breaking with regular use.I've tried 5.11, Reebok, Nike, under armour. I'd say these are comparable to 5.11 but more durable. As many of us have noticed, 5.11 has declined in quality. Boots that used to last a whole year are now falling apart after just 3 months. These answer that.I'd give these 5 stars but I'm being honest. The break in hurts. But they are worth it.

What can I say other than what the rest of the reviews have already said? Need service boots but want them to feel like the most comfortable sneakers? Get these. I have wide feet and and usually wear between a 10EE and 10EEEE. I bought these in 10EE and they fit perfectly. No break-in period. Just put them on and went to work. On my feet all day and there was no discomfort at all. They feel like they are months old already. I stopped by a store on the way home and as soon as I got out of the heat and into the a/c, I could feel the cool air penetrating the boots within seconds of entering. That's what i call breathable! I had a pair of the Belleville Khyber boots for years and loved them but needed something with more cushioned soles. These boots are 100% perfect for me.

The boots are very durable but the leather is peeling at the top of the boot where it rubs the pant leg. These have only been used occasionally and already showing damage. I would find a different boot for duty or regular/heavy use.

One of the most comfortable boots I've ever worn. But... the downside is that the side zipper is poorly made. First time I tried to tighten my boots up, the zipper split apart and it was a pain getting it together again. Now I can only lightly tighten my laces.

Very comfortable. I work as a bailiff in a very busy area. it's not unusual for me to be on my feet all day. Working in the courtroom, working metal detector, whatever,, my feet are happy.I bought these boots on February 26, 2017, and today, 7/26,, so a few months down the road. They are still just as comfortable, and holding up without any issue.Another update. 01/07/18. Almost a year and these boots are still in one piece, although I am noticing wear inside the boot at the heals. Mid November 2017 I was moved from court security to working at our jail. Now on 12 hour shifts and I average around 15000 steps a day more or less. Seems padding isn't quite what it was when I first got them (a new pair of the inserts i'm sure would get them right back to what they were), regardless they are still a very comfortable boot.