Best boots for running in rocky terrain?

Marauder_Pilot · January 24th, 2019, 20:11

The field I play on is basically centered on a rocky valley with a small stream in the middle, and I'm a fairly fast-moving player. The downside is that running down rocky and slippery slopes is wrecking havoc on my ankles-even with a fairly aggressive brace and a fairly high-quality set of hiking boots, I've yet to make it through a game without rolling my ankle at least a little bit, and I just know that if I keep it up it's going to lead to a much more serious injury unless I get better footwear.

Any recommendations for a good boot? Lighter is better, but the top priorities are ankle support and traction, in that order.

C23 · January 24th, 2019, 20:12

AKU Gtx Pilgrim

Ricochet · January 25th, 2019, 01:03

I love my Oakley SI. Lightweight, comfy and tough. I’ve used them on nearly every type of terrain. The tread are aggressive, like a serrated knife.

HarleyF · January 25th, 2019, 01:34

I've been wearing Altimas for a couple years and have had no issues

Kungpow · January 25th, 2019, 01:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marauder_Pilot

The field I play on is basically centered on a rocky valley with a small stream in the middle, and I'm a fairly fast-moving player. The downside is that running down rocky and slippery slopes is wrecking havoc on my ankles-even with a fairly aggressive brace and a fairly high-quality set of hiking boots, I've yet to make it through a game without rolling my ankle at least a little bit, and I just know that if I keep it up it's going to lead to a much more serious injury unless I get better footwear.

Any recommendations for a good boot? Lighter is better, but the top priorities are ankle support and traction, in that order.

Any sort of backpacking boots, such as Salomon Quest 4D will offer superior ankle support. If you research a few outdoor companies, they offer a variety of backpacking boots.

I have tried the AKU Pilgrims on, and they are a good choice (built like a backpacking boot).

However, would not recommend any style of desert boot, with a flexible canvas upper for your application.

BobbyDangerous · January 25th, 2019, 12:48

https://www.mec.ca/en/product/5037-7...f-Hiking-Shoes

I’ve been wearing Keen Oregon PCT’s for 5 years and they’re still in mint condition.

Although they’re not available I think they have a new line that looks really nice

C23 · January 25th, 2019, 13:40

FWIT,

The Canadian Special Operations Regiment and the Special Air Service both issue the AKU Pilgrim boots.

Needless to say, they have the credentials.

C23 · January 25th, 2019, 13:42

06jorkee · January 29th, 2019, 12:16

Salomon Quest 4D's all the way

kochetkov · January 29th, 2019, 14:49

Lowa boots by far

shadow_matter · February 3rd, 2019, 21:07

+1 for the Saloman Quest 4D's. Great sole support for stepping over jagged rocks. I did a 4 day section of the Appalachian Trail through New Hampshire last year, boots performed very well.

Kamfraxia · August 10th, 2019, 16:45

I use the Blackhawk Desert Ops boot. Not only one of the most comfortable boots Ive worn, probably the most comfortable footwear Ive worn. Ive had them for several years. Ive worn them to games, wore them at BATC this past weekend, and worn them camping/hiking a dozen times.

Id highly recommend them.

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January 24th, 2019, 20:11	#1
Marauder_Pilot Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Victoria, BC	Best boots for running in rocky terrain? The field I play on is basically centered on a rocky valley with a small stream in the middle, and I'm a fairly fast-moving player. The downside is that running down rocky and slippery slopes is wrecking havoc on my ankles-even with a fairly aggressive brace and a fairly high-quality set of hiking boots, I've yet to make it through a game without rolling my ankle at least a little bit, and I just know that if I keep it up it's going to lead to a much more serious injury unless I get better footwear. Any recommendations for a good boot? Lighter is better, but the top priorities are ankle support and traction, in that order.

January 25th, 2019, 01:03	#3
Ricochet How much sand CAN you fit in your vagina!? Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: North Delta, BC (Greater Vancouver)	I love my Oakley SI. Lightweight, comfy and tough. I’ve used them on nearly every type of terrain. The tread are aggressive, like a serrated knife. __________________ I have developed a new sport called Airhard. Pretty much the same as Airsoft, except you have to maintain an erection...

January 25th, 2019, 01:34	#4
HarleyF Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: GTA Ontario	I've been wearing Altimas for a couple years and have had no issues __________________ Together we stand. Divided we fall

January 24th, 2019, 20:12	#2
C23 Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Ottawa	AKU Gtx Pilgrim

January 25th, 2019, 12:48	#6
BobbyDangerous Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Oshawa	https://www.mec.ca/en/product/5037-7...f-Hiking-Shoes I’ve been wearing Keen Oregon PCT’s for 5 years and they’re still in mint condition. Although they’re not available I think they have a new line that looks really nice __________________ -Dangerous- BA Level 3 Certified

January 25th, 2019, 13:40	#7
C23 Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Ottawa	FWIT, The Canadian Special Operations Regiment and the Special Air Service both issue the AKU Pilgrim boots. Needless to say, they have the credentials.

January 25th, 2019, 13:42	#8
C23 Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Ottawa

January 29th, 2019, 12:16	#9
06jorkee Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: AB	Salomon Quest 4D's all the way

January 29th, 2019, 14:49	#10
kochetkov Trader rating Join Date: May 2015 Location: montreal,qc	Lowa boots by far __________________ mk46 daytona stoner lmg wolverine quake g28 kwa masada kwa lm4 2xkwa kriss vector tm ksg

February 3rd, 2019, 21:07	#11
shadow_matter Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Kitchener Ontario	+1 for the Saloman Quest 4D's. Great sole support for stepping over jagged rocks. I did a 4 day section of the Appalachian Trail through New Hampshire last year, boots performed very well. __________________ Call sign: Shadow_Matter "I play airsoft, yes yes..."

August 10th, 2019, 16:45	#12
Kamfraxia Banned Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Panama	Best boots for running in rocky terrain I use the Blackhawk Desert Ops boot. Not only one of the most comfortable boots Ive worn, probably the most comfortable footwear Ive worn. Ive had them for several years. Ive worn them to games, wore them at BATC this past weekend, and worn them camping/hiking a dozen times. Id highly recommend them.

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