My son forwarded me a document titled Class of 2024 Instructions for Candidates Offered Admissions. I assume it's somewhere in the application portal. I believe it was his goal to have me "go to the wallet" to purchase the 4 required pairs of footwear he is required to show up with. Full disclosure: I did...in my mind it beats purchasing sheets, towels, comforter, dorm refrigerator, carpet remnant, and all that other crap DD needed back in the day.
The memo states:
(Authorized Footwear)
When reporting for duty on R-Day, you must be in possession of:
• 1 pair of boots
• 1 pair of low quarters (black leather)
• 1 pair of running shoes
• 1 pair of court shoes
• 1 pair of pumps (optional for females)
RE: boots and low quarters Posted to your Candidate Portal will be a document entitled “Authorized Footwear for the Class of 2024” a.k.a. “The Boot Memo”. The letter provides you with a one-time authorization to purchase from the Army Air Force Exchange System (AAFES), one pair of one pair of boots, one pair of low quarters, and (for females) one pair of women’s pumps. Low quarters and pumps may not be patent leather. The purpose of this letter is will allow you enough time to purchase, wear, and properly “break in” footwear prior to reporting for duty on R-Day. RE: running shoes and indoor “court” shoes Running shoes should be designed specifically for running (not cross training), and provide you with maximum shock absorption and a balance of motion control specific to running. Court shoes should have soles specific for indoor physical activity, with soles that do not damage or leave marks on courts/gym floors. As with boots and low quarters, running and court shoes should be worn and “broken in” prior to your arrival to West Point on R-Day.
BTW: now is a good time to purchase as the athletic shoe companies have 25%-30% off on their websites