5.11 XPRT 3.0 vs A/T 8" tactical boots review and comparison | Taival Outdoors
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- čas přidán 10. 07. 2024
- After hundreds of kilometers of use, it's time to review 5.11 XPRT 3.0 and A/T tactical boots. These boots are both black, but that's about the only thing they have in common, so it was interesting to compare them. XPRT 3.0 is waterproof, no-nonsense military boot, whereas A/T is more like a modern version of the classic Vietnam war era jungle boot with some hidden capabilities. If you have any further questions about these boots, don't hesitate to ask. Here are links to 5.11 Tactical and their descriptions of these boots:
XPRT 3.0
🇫🇮 511tactical.fi/collections/va...
🇺🇸 www.511tactical.com/xprt-3-wa...
"A tactical shift can take you just about anywhere. Which is why you need an outsole that grips everywhere, like on wet or dry surfaces. That and a footbed that helps reduce fatigue. Don't worry, the XPRT® 3.0 delivers that and more. Aggressive performance lives large in this athletic boot that features a polishable, full-grain waterproof leather, and an eVent® waterproof breathable and blood borne pathogen resistant membrane*. It’s built on a Vibram® Ananasi outsole with the Vibram Megagrip for traction on all sorts of terrain. An OrthoLite® imperial foodbed ads moisture wicking and long lasting comfort. The XPRT® 3.0 WP also features a Ghillie lacing system with our sausage laces keep the fit locked in. For the unexpected, it’s nice to have the predictability of strong, reliable boots to keep your feet fit for duty."
A/T
🇫🇮 511tactical.fi/collections/va...
🇺🇸 www.511tactical.com/511-at-8-...
"The 8 in. 5.11 A/T is a performance boot built from the sole up to increase performance. The All Terrain Load Assistance System (A.T.L.A.S.) is a force multiplier for those who carry heavy weight on long shifts. These boots were developed to work with your "work weight". This boot is constructed of nylon with high abrasion air mesh, a water resistant suede upper. Additional features include a YKK® side zipper and a locking ankle eyelet, and a high traction outsole so you can take those corners in a foot pursuit or run headlong into whatever challenge you’re up against."
Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
01:13 XPRT® 3.0 waterproof 6" boot overview
03:10 A/T™ 8" non-zip boot overview
05:09 5.11 A.T.L.A.S. Technology Support Plate
08:03 Sizing and the fit
10:42 Comparison - which one should you get?
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Disclosures
At the time of this video, I was an ambassador and testing gear for the following companies:
5.11 Tactical Finland 511tactical.fi/
Keli Clothing keliclothing.fi/
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Taival Outdoors is a channel about the great outdoors, spending time in nature doing everything from day hikes and overnight adventures to bikepacking and multi-day wilderness backpacking. Trekking is close to my heart, but I’m not tied to any particular "genre" like ultralight or bushcraft - instead I do what I've found through my experience in the wild to work the best for me. I'm also making gear reviews and skill videos based on what I actually use and how I operate in nature. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for your time, effort and insight.
No problem 👍
Thanks! Very insightful and useful.
You're welcome!
Ive been using the xprt 5.11 for 12 months now. I think they are awesome. Im ex british army & currently using these for climbing all the Scottish munro mountains. Great channel bro!
Thanks Kev! Always great to hear proper user experiences from others as well. How's the heatwave over there?
Cool, thanks
No problem!
Nice video! Have you tried the Atlas boots in hot weather conditions? I'm looking for a boot for rucking in hot and dry climates and that 5.11 seems a really good choice!
Well yeah as hot as it gets in Finland. They are not made of leather and have vents on the sides, so I believe they are a rather good choice for hot climates.
Thanks for the video. l'm looking for alternatives to my trail running shoes (they last too little and are expensive!). Just to say, 10:58 l believe those are 'drainage vents' meant to drain the water you may get in the boots... BTW, l was hiking in Finland around a month ago and l loved it. Everyone was super nice to me 👍
You are correct, at least the original purpose of those vents in the Vietnam era jungle boots was to get rid of the water, fast. But of course as an additional bonus they do increase the ventilation inside of the boot as well.
@@TaivalOutdoors We're both right then 🤝😅 As l said, thanks for the video!
The A/T 8 tactical boots are good, I want them for hiking?
Hi, A/T 8 are in 2 versions, waterproof and non waterproof. You have non waterproof version because your boots have 'drainage vents'. I bought this boots and check it. Left boot was broken because water enter inside. Right boot was good. It resistance many water and was dry inside. So i must return boots but i hope i will get new and i would try it on trip.
I've heard that if water gets inside them (like if you have to fjord a river) waterproof footwear takes forever to dry out. Also, what about perspiration from the feet? I'm pondering this from the multiday hike perspective.
That's true. I do my water crossings without boots on. However, I find it a bit moronic how some people hate on waterproof boots because those dry so slowly, and instead they walk with boots that are going to get wet. Personally, I'd much rather keep my feet dry as long as possible, so I don't have to deal with drying my boots at any time of the hike. Perspiration can be dealt with changing socks regularly. It's also important to have good socks anyway, regardless if your footwear is waterproof or not.
Hello, I work in the Mexican customs, I have used the a/t 8" for 18 months, they are very comfortable. I have a question, for urban environments what would you choose: a/t8" or Union 6"? Greetings from Mexico
I guess the biggest difference is that Union come with waterproof membrane. But if waterproofness isn't a factor, I'd stick with A/T. I believe they have better outsole.
Moikka, kun teet 5.11 finlandin kanssa yhteistyötä sattuisitko tietää millon tulee täydennysta atac 2.0 kenkiin? 43/44 koko ois ihellä tarpeen
Sellaiset terveiset sain, että 2.0 versiota tulee varastoon tammikuun lopussa. Kannattaa sen tuotteen kohdalta käydä laittamassa sähköposti-ilmoitukset päälle, niin kolahtaa tieto heti kun niitä taas tulee.
Good review, but I have a question, is it good to put plastic insole to 5.11 xprt 3.0 boot? For hard walking?
By plastic insole do you mean the orange hard ones that come with A/T boots?
@@TaivalOutdoors yes, is it good to put inside xprt for hard trail ?
As someone who has foot injury would you say the atlas plate reduces the amount stretching of big toe when carrying hevay loads?
I guess that depends on the foot injury, but generally speaking yes, as the ATLAS plate makes the boot quite a bit stiffer.
@@TaivalOutdoors more of an overstretching of the foot with packload
So these vents will cause the shoe to get instantly wet as soon as I hit a puddle or have wet muddy conditions, or is it designed so water can exit but not get in?
You are correct. Water will seep in, but it will also come out as with every step you take your feet act like a pump. I believe the original thinking with US military jungle boots was that your feet/boots will get wet no matter what, so better to have a vent at the side so at least you don't have to take your boots off and turn them upside down to get rid of the water. And of course in dry conditions they do increase the airflow inside the boot as well.
I am wondering how well the sole of the A/T 8" hold up to 50+ mile back country backpacking in rocky dry terrian.
Boots now days seem to only last 1 to 2 years where they used to last decades. Its hard to find good soles and construction in shoes and boots these days.
I've worn out my Meindl boots' outsoles in a few years - and those are 300+ € boots - so honestly I'm not even expecting these days any shoe or boot to last long if you're doing some real mileage. Only option seems to be to buy boots that you can get replacement soles to.
Is the 5.11® A/T 8" Non-Zip Boot military compliant?
I’m gonna order some and I’m in the Army will update you if I get smoked or not 😂
@@joshwolf5377 I'm in the National Guard and I've seen senior officers wearing zippered boots with their uniforms, I hope to be on the safe side.
@@joshwolf5377 Please update. Are the boots good or not?
Do you have a hard time putting the A/T Non-Zip on? I do. Smh
Not really.