XPETI Men's X-FORCE 8" Waterproof Tactical Boots

So first off these boots are very lightweight and I would get a half size bigger. They fit snug but to be honest are the most comfortable boots I've ever wore. They almost feel like orthopedic shoes. Cushion in every area. You literally could sleep in them. But don't lace them up yo tight. They fit like a glove and I still haven't broke mine in yet. I think these are winter type boots. Your feet won't get cold at all. If anything they will get warm. They dont make your feet sweat at all which is weird. I dont think I could wear these in the summer months. Maybe if they were broke in. It was -25 f and my feet were nice and toasty. I will most likely get a different pair for summer. I at this point will probably only buy xpeti from here on out. For the price your gwtting better than military grade. Far better. Their tough and flexible at the same time. So tough it may take a while to break in. The high sides are extremely supportive. I've showed many people and they have bought them based on my reviews. I have winter boots but these are warmer and way lighter. They are waterproof but I dont know if ide wade in a creek. Haven't tried yet. Just get them and you will never buy another brand again. If its for warm weather. Maybe get one with a less insulated liner.

Love these boots and i wear mine daily! Ive bout 3 pair now, 2 in coyote brown and 1 in black I recommend adding different inserts tho if your feet get sore easily after wearing boots all day like mine do. They are durable and hold up very well. Great ankle support. They are pretty waterproof as they say as far as walking through tall wet grass or mud/puddles or pouring rain, it rains alot here in the PNW and my feet stay dry but I also give them another spraying of waterproofer after break in

I spent six years in the Navy, 3 on an 8 story aircraft carrier, and my ankles are now pronated, so I must always wear boots to lace tightly around them. I have three pairs of Norvic boots that have been excellent. I am very pleased with the Norvic boots I also have leather Hanagal and two models of Nike boots. On average, walking 2-4 miles a day, I can put between 600-800 miles on the Norvic boots before they begin to break down. The Nike's began breaking down at around 400-500 miles and the Hangal's are still running strong after about 500 miles with no notable breakdown. The Hangals are also extremely comfortable. This boot is also very comfortable, but it's like wearing a ski boot compared to a more flexible leather boot. The construction is strong and I appreciate that I can pull the laces tight without completely pulling the sides of the boots together, meaning I can crank them down super tight. I would select this boot over the others for hard core hiking, through the woods or on uneven ground because your ankles will be 100% isolated, wrapped up and good to go. I currently only have about 50 miles on them and will update this review when I've had more time with them. If you want excellently ankle isolation/protection for hiking over rocks, etc., while having a comfortable fit, these will do it for you. Now we will see how long they last. Update, 3/14/25: The boots have held up extremely well and probably have 500 or so miles in them now. Out of all the boots I own, these are my goto boots for long walks. However, THEY ARE NOT WATER PROOF. If I take any water over the toe that rolls up to the laces, my right foot gets wet. Given my appreciation for the support these boots provide, this is extremely disappointing, because I need to be able to walk through 3-5" of water with water tight integrity. Great boots - just NOT water proof. Update, August 2025: These boots have kept their form far better than the other types I've used, and I've also noticed that the toe box is a bit larger compared to some of the other brands. If they were truly waterproof, I'd be in love, but they will take-on water, even when walking through wet grass or sloppy snow. Not a ton, but it doesn't take much to cause problems when it's around zero in Ohio. Still, an amazing boot and I will eventually order a newer set, but for now, other than water, these guys are still solid with a virtual ton of miles walked in them. Sept, 25: This is my last update for these boots. Mine were NOT waterproof, so even walking through => 6" wet grass has been enough to dampen your socks which can be dangerous depending on your environment. Beyond that critical weakness, they have exceeded expectations and, in terms of boot durability, they have been far superior to other brands because they do not allow my pronated ankles to permanently push the boot inward, as many do. They're heavy duty, will make *(# sure your ankles remain save in tough terrine, but mine were not waterproof from day 1, not even adhering to water resistant standards. I would order another pair tonight, but the Ohio winter is coming, things will get sloppy with ice and snow, but I will still walk my dogs 2-4 miles a day regardless, and having a waterproof boot means everything. I hope the manufacturer gets this point solved and I will update this "final" post if I should test another pair. Tom Elsasser New Albany, Ohio

Let me start with I hate buying new shoes. The whole process sucks. But the style of boots I've been wearing for almost 20 years was discontinued and I had to bite the bullet. I researched and read reviews until my eyes bled. I needed some very specific things out of my new boots. They needed to be supportive of my flat feet because I work on concrete floors most of the day. They needed to be water resistant because I work in a pool store. And they needed to be 8 inches tall with no zipper because I broke my ankle a while back and need the support there too. These Xpeti boots were the result of my search. I've been wearing them at work for a few days now and I could not be happier. The standard insoles are very comfortable, even with my flat feet and the concrete floor at work. The soles are non slip in the small puddles that accumulate. And the shanks are very supportive of my bad ankle, without having to lace them super tightly. So far, I'm very pleased with this purchase, especially since they were only mid range in price. I may update with durability as I wear them more, but for now, I highly recommend these boots. Edit 6/24/25 I've been wearing these for almost a month now, every single day. I'm still really pleased. They look brand new. I've spilled chemicals and water on them, climbed over buckets and pallets, and pushed mowed my ¼ acre yard in them twice. My one tiny, minor complaint is that they make my feet hotter than my old boots, but they're so comfortable otherwise that I can overlook it. Edit 12/4/25 Six months in and I still love these boots. I've worn them almost every day, 8-10 hours a day, and they remain super comfortable and looking practically brand new. Seriously. I just did an inspection and there's almost no visible wear, including on the soles. I tend to walk on the outside of my feet, and it's usually obvious in my shoes by now. There's still some of the pattern left on the tread of these. They continue to be supportive of my flat feet and bad ankle. As well as being warm, which is a bonus now that the weather is cold. I've worn them outside doing lawn maintenance and inside at work, plus whatever other walking around I'm doing. They are my go to shoes. I still cannot recommend them enough.

I read water meters for a utility so lots of walking in various environmental conditions and terrain from sidewalks to steep hills. I have to say these are better then the Keens I have been wearing that only seem to last me about 6 months before I need a new pair. They are close to the same weight as well. So far: Cons: I had to replace the boot inserts, the ones that came with them had some issues. Update: On wet days the toe box does not breath as well, insides will get wet and stay wet from sweat. unless you have a boot drier or use newspaper stuffed inside the boot. That's it, the rest is positive, Pros: They held up to three days of atmospheric river, feet stayed dry They feel like they are insulated because my wool socks get a bit hot, so I don't think these will work for me in the summer months The cut heal is great, no stumbling while I get use to new boots also no break in, they are ready to go out of the box Great ankle support The shank in the sole is great for holding meter lids up while I get the read The way the soles are I feel as though it helps me walk faster then before great impact resistance helps soften the blow to my knees when I step on a tree root or curb My feet feel great after a 8 mile day compared to other boots Ive worn So far the construction and materials used are strong and well put together to make a tough boot that feels like a running shoe.

I was pleasantly surprised when I first wore these boots. They offer full ankle and arch support. The insoles are very comfortable when wearing all day. I work in a very warm and humid environment and my feet stay cool and dry. These boots fit and wear better than my Under Armour boots costing twice the price. I was so impressed I bought another pair in a different color. I would highly recommend these boots to anyone looking for comfort and value.

So I haven’t used the boots much I use I didn’t have used them to go hiking though and I was a little bit worried because it was 11 1/2 boo but when I looked at the label, it didn’t say 11 1/2 it said like UK 10 and nine I don’t know what that means but you gotta be careful walking on wet conditions I slipped twice walking downhill my toes kind of were slipping inside the boob and hurting my toes while I was walking hiking down the hill

I have a 26.8cm long foot. Xpeti advised me to go with an 8.5 which seems to align with a lot of advice to size up 1/2 a size but I think a size 8 would have been better for a more snug fit in the toe-box length. Worth noting I have a wide front of foot - for reference I wear either a US 8 Wide for my Timberland Ultra Waterproof boots, a US 8 4E (super wide) in my Asics running shoes and a US 9 in my Keen Circadias. These Xpeti boots fit fine other than possibly being a touch long in the toes 👍 That said, I found the upper to be soft and flexible - as if they focused too much on making the boot comfortable so if you know about lacing then experiment with that to lock your foot in. I use a ladder lace with a double thread through the eyelets at the ankle to really snug in the fit. They feel good. Like, reeeeeeeeeally good. While there is some articulation at the toe-box, the sole in the mid to rear seems pretty solid. I'm guessing they have a solid shank in there. My only complaint is that in playing with the lacing, the end cap of the lacing came off so now I need to buy some new laces as double threading at the ankle is impossible with a frayed lace. Time will tell how well the rest of the boots hold up. I notice that the boots do feel warm, despite being a Goretex-type fabric with leather reinforcing. But my body tends to run warm. Otherwise, I've gotta say I'm pretty impressed with these. They're between half to a quarter the price of other brands so I'll be buying more Xpeti, for sure 👍👍👍