Customer Reviews 5.11 Tactical Speed 3.0 8" Shield (CST) Boot

I wasn't sure how I felt about ordering work boots online when we were told we had to choose from a list. I'm on my feet 16 hours a day, and my Thorogoods always took care of me, but there were no Thorogoods on the list. I read all the reviews and decided on these 5.11 Tactical boots because of the side zipper feature. I have a wide foot, so I was already counting on them being uncomfortable due to the standard width. They showed up FAST, which was a nice surprise. The best surprise of all was how COMFORTABLE and LIGHT they are. After a month and a half or so now, I'd rather wear these than my sneakers. The regular toe cap was wide enough for my wide foot, they fit snugly around my ankle for no slippage, and the footbed absorbs an entire day of 200+ pounds coming down in it repeatedly. Unfortunately, the only thing I'm not crazy about is that they don't really open wide enough to get your foot in and out even with the zipper open. Kind of pointless to put a side zipper on a boot if it doesn't make putting them on and taking them off any easier/quicker. But they are very comfortable, so I'm content to live with the almost useless zipper.

The fit and size are as expected and the break in was typical (about three days). What I really like about these boots, besides the waterproof feature (and they are waterproof to the top), is the sole/tread. Very impressed with the tread design and rubber compound (just soft enough to be almost sticky on slick surfaces - like a decent set of snow tires. I work daily in the Colorado Rockies in all types of weather and on all types of surfaces - snow, ice, mud, standing water, etc. and these soles/treads are by far my favorite feature. Not foolproof - you still have to watch your step - but within my first few days of use I definitely noticed this unexpected benefit. The side zipper is unfortunately useless to me. Can't get my foot in easily that way so I just lace up, which is probably best because that ensures a tight, comfortable fit every day. It's bedtime so I'll close with this: I like them and I would absolutely recommend them to friends. I will buy from 5.11 again. Happy trails!

No ankle support. It's all fabric, and may be ok if you crouch a lot, but if you're expecting support over / around your ankles, these won't do.

Certainly worth the buy!!! If you’re standing and walking for hours, these might be the ones!!!

Fits great and comfortable from day one! This is my second pair of these, the last pair i had for five years of hard use.

I was honestly shocked I thought these would be awful

Very comfortable and durable

Excellent work boot

These are some of the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn.

Fit of the shoe is good.

Was skeptical at 1st but damm these feel good! Nice and comfortable and ready to stomp the yard on a MF lol

They fit perfectly and are very comfy on my feet. The steel toe is sturdy and not uncomfortable...the material itself is very tough, durable and simultaneously flexible. Well worth the price

I am really enjoying these boots! Once you set the laces, you never have to touch them again :-) The boots are super comfortable to wear all day and, with my custom inserts, it feels like I am wearing nothing.

Comfortable and provides great support/toe safety for the long standing hours of a medical flight team member. Feet have stayed cool in the humid summers. I have yet to try them in the snow, but overall am very pleased with my decision to purchase these.

Excellent boots. Only complaint is after a few months, the fabric on the inside started to wear quickly where my heel meets the back of the boot. Does not hold up for very long. Otherwise the exterior of the boot and the safety aspect is 5 star.

Bought these to wear in the snow. They feel though and no water gets inside!

Had to get half a size smaller than normal, but otherwise very comfortable shoe!

5.11s have always been a good choice for me. Zappos on the other hand, I will never use outside of work credit, this is the second time I’ve received a used pair of shoes. It is a disgrace, especially when having to pay full price for the shoes.

They looks too much like clown shoes and not enough like a tactical boot