Military guys step in (boot question)

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Figure you guys could add some suggestions on a good set of boots.

I’m trying out for my agency’s tactical team this fall… a lot of the selection course is made up of longer distance ruck marches (10-15 miles) with ~80lb ruck.
Currently I am doing 6 miles at about 15min/mile pace with 50 lbs +duty belt/sidearm and rifle. I’m completing these with somewhat ease (just a bit of foot pain/blisters)
The biggest thing that is holding me back is my boots, I have a set of Danners, that are just TOO heavy and don’t fit terribly well.
Everyone I talk to raves about the Rocky S2V’s:
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I also hear good things about Oakley’s but then I hear they don’t hold up too well.

Any other boot suggestions are highly appreciated. Thanks!

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Oakleys dont hold up, but are good short term, or light duty (not humping 80lbs) those Rockys are a great pick.

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my $.02 is to get a good custom made insole. Those boots are also a good pick. I never has much choice in boots as there were regulations for boots when I was in the army. Thise is also the same reason my ankles and back are shot. lol

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This

I always just wore what was issued. Luckily I never had blister/feet problems that many of the other guys did when doing long rucks.

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Can’t go wrong with Rocky’s.

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and FYI if you don’t know yet. invest in mole skin for those blisters or areas beginning to blister.