darkwing 4 #1 September 28, 2005 I have a friend, an older skydiver, who is coming off a nasty ankle break (not skydiving related). He is looking for some good supporting and cushioning boots to jump with. I remember the French Paraboots we had back in the 1970's but I couldn't find any of those (at Paragear). Can anyone recommend a pair of suitable boots. -- Jeff My Skydiving History Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ccowden 0 #2 September 28, 2005 Look into Hi-Tec boots. They make alot of different styles and do military and law enforcement boots. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scoop 0 #3 September 28, 2005 Yeah Hi-Tecs are OK, Speaking from experience in my police work in UK Id recommend (if they can afford them) a nice set of magnums. Feels like your wearing trainers but with great lateral support. You can certainly chase after scumbags in them! The ones with the thinsulate panes instead of leather would be ideal for skydiving, greater movement and breath nicely. See attached pic. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ragnarok 0 #4 September 29, 2005 Go to a military surplus store. Pick up a pair of jungle boots. They will last forever if all you use them for is jumping, give you all the ankle support you need - and you can get a pair for less than 30.00. I wear my desert boots when I jump and they do just fine._________________________________________ Twin Otter N203-Echo,29 July 2006 Cessna P206 N2537X, 19 April 2008 Blue Skies Forever Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
namgrunt 0 #5 September 29, 2005 in the us brand name..rocky model...rockey rescue boots they are light,breathe,and best of all have a semi smooth flat sole, cost around $75 ..59 YEARS,OVERWEIGHT,BALDIND,X-GRUNT LAST MIL. JUMP VIET-NAM(QUAN-TRI) www.dzmemories.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonstark 8 #6 September 29, 2005 Ask this over on the BASE zone. They are using parapente boots that anyone who has them raves about. Light and terrific support. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bwilling 0 #7 September 29, 2005 I remember those boots too! I actually had some high top jump boots made by Adidas at one point too, but I'm pretty sure they don't make them anymore either... "If all you ever do is all you ever did, then all you'll ever get is all you ever got." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 3 #8 September 29, 2005 These are the best you are going find. I have used them for testing and demos for several years now and love them. http://www.botac.com/adgstacboot.html SparkyMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 558 #9 September 29, 2005 Most army boots are designed for walking, but do not provide nearly enough ankle support to prevent fractures .. You really need two vastly different types of boots. Try looking into the latest generation of ankle supports, that are just reaching US Army airborne troopers now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #10 September 29, 2005 QuoteMost army boots are designed for walking, but do not provide nearly enough ankle support to prevent fractures .. You really need two vastly different types of boots. Try looking into the latest generation of ankle supports, that are just reaching US Army airborne troopers now. Wouldn't they be a snag hazard, like eyelet hooks on hiking boots?Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matthewcline 0 #11 September 29, 2005 The ankle supports the Army is using has been in service for the Airborne since pre-1997. They have a smooth outer surfice but there is still a potential for a snag. The Freefall Jumpers do not use them, but the Static line students and now some of the 82nd do. The Staic line jumpers have less of a chance to snag a suspension line during dployment (all thoug hit does happen). MattAn Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StevePhelps 0 #12 September 29, 2005 QuoteGo to a military surplus store. Pick up a pair of jungle boots. They will last forever if all you use them for is jumping, give you all the ankle support you need - and you can get a pair for less than 30.00. I wear my desert boots when I jump and they do just fine. They may work initially when you are PLFing, but in my opinion, boots with serious tread such as jungle boots are NOT good for landing when you need to run out the flare. The tread can get caught on rough ground very easily. This is one of the reasons you see so many skydivers wear flat shoes like Vans or Converse. ... just one man's opinion. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matthewcline 0 #13 September 29, 2005 I thkn one of the Golden Knight Demo Team Team Leaders has the best set I have seen. He has a pair of the Adidas GSG-9's resoled with a "Vans" type sole. Support and slide or run ability in one black shoe! I use vans for tandems and sabre/rage/riot parachute landings and GSG-9's for all others. Like a previous poster 2 pairs of different shoes for 2 different uses. I didn't help did I? MattAn Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
valcore 0 #14 September 29, 2005 I personally like the all leather combat boots that the military issues. I have yet to twist an ankle on those. The most terrifying words in the English language are: ‘I'm from the government and I'm here to help’. ~Ronald Reagan 30,000,000 legal firearm owners killed no one yesterday. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rsibbald 0 #15 September 29, 2005 Two popular brands amoungst BASE jumpers are Hanwag SuperFly or Crispi Airborne boots. Both offer excellent ankle support, try a search for either of these to find out more info. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EvilLurker 2 #16 September 29, 2005 Danner makes a Fort Lewis boot that you might take a look at. The quality is excellent, I'm not sure if the sole would be what you're looking for. http://www.bootbay.com/danner/?gtse=goog>kw=danner%20fort%20lewis Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 3 #17 September 29, 2005 QuoteI remember those boots too! I actually had some high top jump boots made by Adidas at one point too, but I'm pretty sure they don't make them anymore either... They make them but they are called GSG9 now. They are great for jumping. Sparky http://www.botac.com/adgstacboot.htmlMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krkeenan 0 #18 September 29, 2005 Quote You can certainly chase after scumbags in them! That's certainly a plus at some DZs I've visited. ====================== Seasons don't fear the Reaper, nor do the Wind, the Sun, or the Rain... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrewEckhardt 0 #19 September 29, 2005 A _lot_ of BASE jumpers use Hanwag Fly 2000 paragliding boots. http://www.flyaboveall.com/hanwag.htm I wouldn't want to run in mine though, so they're probably not appropriate for higher wing loadings. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 3 #20 September 29, 2005 http://www.flyaboveall.com/hanwag.htm My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spizzzarko 0 #21 September 29, 2005 The GSG-9's have a rather grippy sole, so sliding out landings isn't that practicle with those. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DJL 232 #22 September 29, 2005 How about trading out the canopy for something that doesn't thump the landings?"I encourage all awesome dangerous behavior." - Jeffro Fincher Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
darkwing 4 #23 September 30, 2005 QuoteHow about trading out the canopy for something that doesn't thump the landings? He is coming off a bad break (fell off a ladder), and even a soft landing on uneven ground could be a problem. Best to be extra cautious. He has a Pilot 168 and loads it about 1.2 I think, maybe less. Thanks to all for your excellent suggestions. I have passed them on. There are two or three excellent candidates for his new boots. -- Jeff My Skydiving History Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sundevil777 94 #24 September 30, 2005 Quotehttp://www.flyaboveall.com/hanwag.htm Special hang gliding boots for $300 Didn't expect that. People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 3 #25 September 30, 2005 QuoteQuotehttp://www.flyaboveall.com/hanwag.htm Special hang gliding boots for $300 Didn't expect that. Not my post, I was just making a clicky for DrewEckhardt. This is the boot I was talking about. http://us.st3.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/I/botach_1861_34128825 SparkyMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites