Allowable boots?

RoyOrbison

NWP '17, USAFA '22
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First off, congratulations to all those appointed so far and good luck to those still waiting.

In the instructions to candidates booklet, it gives the following requirements for purchasing boots for BCT.

"By the time you arrive at the boot issue station on in-processing day, you will have been on your feet for many hours and your feet will be swollen and tired. To ensure a perfect fit and lower the risk of blisters, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED you purchase 1 pair of ABU boots and wear them for 2-4 weeks prior to arrival at USAFA. These boots must meet the following specifications: sage green in color, 8 inches high, have a rubber sole, and a waterproof upper bootie (Gore-tex or similar). The boots must NOT have steel or safety toes, or zippers. Bellville models 690 (men’s) and F650 (women’s); NIKE SFB Field 8”; Danner Rivot TFX 8” all meet these requirements. All incoming cadets will be issued sufficient boots to ensure that they have two (2) pairs of serviceable boots for wear during BCT."

The Lowa Zephyr boots also meet these requirements, but will they be allowed with the side supports on the boot? Would they be taken on I-Day? The links below provide a description and picture of the boots. Thank you!

https://uspatriottactical.com/lowa-zephyr-gtx-hi-tf-boot-sage-3105320934/
https://www.lowaboots.com/mens/task-force-tactical-hunting/zephyr-gtx®-hi-tf?color=Sage
 
First off, congratulations to all those appointed so far and good luck to those still waiting.

In the instructions to candidates booklet, it gives the following requirements for purchasing boots for BCT.

"By the time you arrive at the boot issue station on in-processing day, you will have been on your feet for many hours and your feet will be swollen and tired. To ensure a perfect fit and lower the risk of blisters, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED you purchase 1 pair of ABU boots and wear them for 2-4 weeks prior to arrival at USAFA. These boots must meet the following specifications: sage green in color, 8 inches high, have a rubber sole, and a waterproof upper bootie (Gore-tex or similar). The boots must NOT have steel or safety toes, or zippers. Bellville models 690 (men’s) and F650 (women’s); NIKE SFB Field 8”; Danner Rivot TFX 8” all meet these requirements. All incoming cadets will be issued sufficient boots to ensure that they have two (2) pairs of serviceable boots for wear during BCT."

The Lowa Zephyr boots also meet these requirements, but will they be allowed with the side supports on the boot? Would they be taken on I-Day? The links below provide a description and picture of the boots. Thank you!

https://uspatriottactical.com/lowa-zephyr-gtx-hi-tf-boot-sage-3105320934/
https://www.lowaboots.com/mens/task-force-tactical-hunting/zephyr-gtx®-hi-tf?color=Sage
First off, congratulations to all those appointed so far and good luck to those still waiting.

In the instructions to candidates booklet, it gives the following requirements for purchasing boots for BCT.

"By the time you arrive at the boot issue station on in-processing day, you will have been on your feet for many hours and your feet will be swollen and tired. To ensure a perfect fit and lower the risk of blisters, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED you purchase 1 pair of ABU boots and wear them for 2-4 weeks prior to arrival at USAFA. These boots must meet the following specifications: sage green in color, 8 inches high, have a rubber sole, and a waterproof upper bootie (Gore-tex or similar). The boots must NOT have steel or safety toes, or zippers. Bellville models 690 (men’s) and F650 (women’s); NIKE SFB Field 8”; Danner Rivot TFX 8” all meet these requirements. All incoming cadets will be issued sufficient boots to ensure that they have two (2) pairs of serviceable boots for wear during BCT."

The Lowa Zephyr boots also meet these requirements, but will they be allowed with the side supports on the boot? Would they be taken on I-Day? The links below provide a description and picture of the boots. Thank you!

https://uspatriottactical.com/lowa-zephyr-gtx-hi-tf-boot-sage-3105320934/
https://www.lowaboots.com/mens/task-force-tactical-hunting/zephyr-gtx®-hi-tf?color=Sage
 
I just had to "like" and reply because I'm a Roy Orbison fan and thought he had passed. Long live Roy Orbison! Being a father of an Air Force pilot, I'll forgive him for his song "Blue Angel"!!
 
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