Apelgear Tactical Research Kiowa Combat Boot

3.4 out of 5 stars 53 ratings
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Product details

  • Sole material
    Ethylene Vinyl Acetate
  • Shaft height
    8 Inches
  • Outer material
    Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA)
  • Closure type
    Lace-Up

About this item

  • Sleek, Low-profile Outsole for Comfort and Mobility
  • Multi-directional Lug Provides Stability on Uneven Terrain
  • Stabilizer Strap for Heel and Ankle Support
  • "Over-Lasted" EVA Midsole for Shock Absorption
  • ABU Approved
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Product details

  • Department ‏ : ‎ mens
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 4, 2010
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B003FEPJ6I
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.4 out of 5 stars 53 ratings

Product Description

The New Tactical Research Kiowa Sage Combat boot, specially made for the U.S. Air force is designed to give the wearer the feel of a running shoe, while providing maximum protection, and fulfilling the standard 8" height requirement for the U.S. Air Force

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3.4 out of 5 stars
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Customers find these combat boots comfortable, breathable, and well-made, with one noting the snug heel cup and another mentioning the roomy toe box. They receive positive feedback for their durability, with one customer reporting no wear or cracking on the soles, and customers consider them good value for money. Customers appreciate the style and support, with one highlighting the great arch support. Customers disagree on the weight, with some finding them very light while others say they're heavier than expected.

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27 customers mention "Comfort"27 positive0 negative

Customers find these combat boots comfortable and breathable, with one customer noting the snug heel cup.

"...Look awesome with a pair of jeans! They are my most comfortable boot as well and I even own a pair of Scarpa's which cost me well over $200...." Read more

"...support for heeel , arch and ankle are great . the boot laces up the same height as a combat boot but is padded all the way up...." Read more

"Third pair, between me and my son. Great boots. very comfortable...." Read more

"...The boots are light weight and breath very well cant wait to get them out to the mountains...." Read more

23 customers mention "Quality"23 positive0 negative

Customers find these combat boots to be of excellent quality, with one customer specifically praising the amazing outsoles.

"...These are a wonderful boot but the reason I wrote fit somewhat large is because I generally wear a 12.5 W but they did not offer that so I took a..." Read more

"...These fit like a glove, PERFECT and I have great difficulty finding footwear that fits. I often order multiple pairs when I do...." Read more

"...I bought these for Go Ruck Challenge ,i wanted speed ,quality ,support , and comfort . I got it in these boots ...." Read more

"Third pair, between me and my son. Great boots. very comfortable...." Read more

18 customers mention "Fit"13 positive5 negative

Customers like how these boots fit, with one mentioning that the toe box is roomy without being overly large.

"...These fit like a glove, PERFECT and I have great difficulty finding footwear that fits. I often order multiple pairs when I do...." Read more

"...boots are awsome they seem to run almost a half size big but still a good fit I will be buying another pair in black wen I can...." Read more

"The boots arrived pretty quickly. They looked and fit perfectly...." Read more

"...The toe box is roomy without being over-large. The tread is fantastic and does not wear down quickly...." Read more

9 customers mention "Durability"9 positive0 negative

Customers find these combat boots durable, with one customer noting that the soles show no wear or cracking, while another mentions they last longer than the strings.

"...They will be good boots for the winter. Seem to wear well and broke in moderately fast." Read more

"...The tread is fantastic and does not wear down quickly. The boots tighten up easily in lacing and are comfortable with the padding...." Read more

"lasts longer than the strings as shoes should, for so many years I found that the boots I bought lasted only for a couple of months, these will last..." Read more

"...these boots are amazing! they are comfortable as ever and they are very well made! i would have paid more for them...." Read more

7 customers mention "Value for money"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the boots good value for money.

"...The price is more than reasonable. Boot Freak Steve" Read more

"...Still a good shoe for the price." Read more

"...Likes: Comfortable. Looks good. Feels good. Good for the price. Dislikes: Nothing really...." Read more

"Great boots for the price. Have no idea how long they will hold up." Read more

5 customers mention "Style"5 positive0 negative

Customers like the style of these combat boots.

"...They fit PERFECTLY!!! Look awesome with a pair of jeans!..." Read more

"...It surprised me with how comfortable it was and the look is sharp too! Likes: Comfortable. Looks good. Feels good. Good for the price...." Read more

"...pair of boots, I use this boots with my fly uniform and looks pretty goog in fact, many people ask me where I get it, soft and let me take a long..." Read more

"Stylish and VERY comfortable." Read more

4 customers mention "Support"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the boots' support, with one mentioning particularly good arch support.

"...get and I'm glad to have them, I also have high arches and the arch support is great...." Read more

"...I bought these for Go Ruck Challenge ,i wanted speed ,quality ,support , and comfort . I got it in these boots ...." Read more

"...great support but seamed a little unstable at the same time in fact did roll my ankle in these just after i got them broken in...." Read more

"...The heel cup is snug and provides a good base of support. The toe box is roomy without being over-large...." Read more

5 customers mention "Weight"3 positive2 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the boots' weight, with some finding them very light while others say they are heavier than expected.

"...The boots are light weight and breath very well cant wait to get them out to the mountains...." Read more

"These boots are heavier than I expected. One of the things I look for in warm weather work boots is their weight...." Read more

"while these are la e up they are light and easy to get going in...." Read more

"...They don't breathe well and they are heavier than I was hoping. They will be good boots for the winter...." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Steven M. Holley
    5.0 out of 5 stars Steel Toe???
    Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2013
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    I ordered a pair of these and I love them. I love them so much that I do not take them anywhere where they would get muddy or if it is raining. I want to keep them perfect. I wear my Under Armour SpeedFreeks or My Bates Combat boots if I am hiking in wet weather or plan on going through some mud. I do want to point out though that ordered these from Amazon and they list them as having Steel Toes. This is absolutely NOT TRUE. Which does not bother me in the least because I personally am not crazy about steel toe boots. They tend to add extra weight and as far as I'm concerned steel toe boots do nothing for me unless I plan on working construction which is not going to happen any time soon. I've looked for a way to contact Amazon to let them know but have had no luck finding out how. So I will do the next best thing and let the customers know (that is if they read reviews before they purchase). These are a wonderful boot but the reason I wrote fit somewhat large is because I generally wear a 12.5 W but they did not offer that so I took a chance and ordered 12 W which fit me perfect. Generally if I don't find a size 12.5 I go with a size 13 but I think I read somewhere to order a 1/2 size smaller than usual so I did and Viola! They fit PERFECTLY!!! Look awesome with a pair of jeans! They are my most comfortable boot as well and I even own a pair of Scarpa's which cost me well over $200. I'm a serious boot freak so take my word on these do not let them slip through your fingers if you have the option of owning a pair. The price is more than reasonable.

    Boot Freak Steve
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  • Amazon Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars So far so good. I had read reviews and ordered the 1/2 ...
    Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2015
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    So far so good. I had read reviews and ordered the 1/2 size larger than I wear in other boots. I wear a 7 wide either E, EEE, or EE depending on the manufacture. These fit like a glove, PERFECT and I have great difficulty finding footwear that fits. I often order multiple pairs when I do. I do expect these will expand a little as I wear them and will update this review. The biggest gig I would give them is the bootlace holes. If the plastic ends fall off the laces you will never get them laced again. The holes are too small, and a lot too small to the point that lacing becomes difficult. Still with my tiny feet I take what I can get and I'm glad to have them, I also have high arches and the arch support is great. I'd bet someone with flat feet would have to remove and replace the insoles. I wore them one day, sprayed them for waterproofing with appropriate products and they are now my favorite boots.
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  • Amazon Customer
    1.0 out of 5 stars One Star
    Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2016
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    Remember these are Men's boots so women should buy 2 size smaller.
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  • killian gerard williams
    5.0 out of 5 stars Buy them dont think about it buy them
    Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2013
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    I was concerned about buying footwear online but the price vs what i found in store was so good i could not resist . Fist lets back up to boot wearing experience 9 yrs military service wearing Army issue leathers made in mexico boots and tons of miles as an enlisted infantryman i can say i know something about wearing boots . I bought these for Go Ruck Challenge ,i wanted speed ,quality ,support , and comfort . I got it in these boots . you are walking on at least an inch or 1.5 of sole and suport the sole is rigid but still pliable with your hand , rocks never get cought in them as well . support for heeel , arch and ankle are great . the boot laces up the same height as a combat boot but is padded all the way up. they are not hot for a leather and suede boot and have good heel to to action . running is different its almost flat footed becuase the sole is so thick . I think i can used to it though . I am currently doing 6 miles a day in them on uneven hilly terrain and i have no complaints . i say buy these boot before they go extinct .
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  • John Gondek
    3.0 out of 5 stars Heavy
    Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2014
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    These boots are heavier than I expected. One of the things I look for in warm weather work boots is their weight. Its my own fault, I did't look into the spec on them enough. Another sticking point for me is the fact that the laces don't come out. Well, not without ruining them any way. Trying to treat them with a spray wasn't that affective on the tounge area of the boot. I won't be buying these again. Its to bad, because I've heard a lot of good things about Belleville boots from some of my younger Vet. friends. They aren't American made as I expected they would be. There again, my own fault for not investigating more deeply.
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  • FJoel
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good value for your money.
    Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2016
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    Third pair, between me and my son. Great boots. very comfortable. My input complaint is that the softness and comfort of the soles equates to them not holding up quite as long as others... But given the price, I can't complain too much.
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  • Sanchez
    5.0 out of 5 stars awsome will buy a 2nd pair in black as soon as I can
    Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2014
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    Had boots for a week right out the box decided to were boots to work I work in a hospital and walk 8 to 10 miles a shift boots felt great! Im not to big on the green but the boots are awsome they seem to run almost a half size big but still a good fit I will be buying another pair in black wen I can. The boots are light weight and breath very well cant wait to get them out to the mountains.
    Now a year in boots started to come apart at the front after a month so i glued rhem and have bin amazing since no other soul inserts needed like other boots i wear them about 3 says a week with each day adding up to 8 to 12 miles a day. They are amazing i will be looking for a new pair not cuz these arent any good anymore but because wen these finally wear out i want the same boots to replace them
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  • Eddie M.
    2.0 out of 5 stars Two Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2015
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    Didn't last a year, tore where nylon meets leather.
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