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- Last seen at $175.00 at GORUCK on Nov 8.
The GORUCK MACV-2 8" High Top is a rugged tactical rucking boot built for soldiers and long-distance adventurers who carry weight on their feet all day. Its standout feature is a triple-compound rubber outsole: a grippy, mud-shedding forefoot, a hard rock-climbing compound at the midfoot, and a dense, durable heel with an expanded strike zone. A wrap-around midsole adds stability and support under heavy loads. It suits ruckers, hikers and field users who want a tough, AR 670-1 compliant boot, though it is heavier and stiffer than lightweight trail shoes and takes breaking in.
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Owners rate the MACV-2 highly, praising its support and outsole durability on long rucks and rough terrain. Most criticism centers on stiffness out of the box and the break-in period.
The MACV-2 8" High Top is an AR 670-1 compliant rucking boot. It is made for soldiers and for anyone who spends long hours on their feet carrying a heavy load. It needs no break-in time.
The upper is full-grain Challenge Leather in Black or suede in Coyote, paired with 1000D CORDURA and 2" nylon webbing. The webbing is sewn into the heel counter. When the boot is laced, it locks the heel down and moves the flex to the forefoot. The boot is suitable for airborne operations. A suede-wrapped, injection molded plastic heel counter stabilizes the heel and reduces friction. The boot has no spacer mesh.
The triple compound rubber outsole has a different rubber in each zone. The forefoot has deep tread and wraps around the toes. The midfoot uses a hardened rock climbing compound for abrasion resistance. The heel is denser, with an expanded heel strike area. The midsole is EVA and wraps around the entire upper for stability. The toe box is wide, and the 13mm heel-to-toe offset is meant for rucking. The boot is not waterproof. Shielding drain holes keep sand and debris out and push water out the side with each step.
