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ALTAI™ Testimonials: Two for One, One Boot For It All

altaidev on April 25, 2019

Today we have not one, but two, reviews of our boots that knocked our socks off. We can’t make this stuff up folks, so here it is; feedback on our boots’ performance, straight from the horses’ mouths.

Vincent Harper, Owner/CEO of Triggersafe™

Initial Impression:

I wanted to reach out and let you know that I received the boots a little over a week ago. Today is the first day of wearing them. First impression out of the box is that the boots are well constructed and light weight. The color is good as well. Today is a fairly wet and nasty day out so I will be putting them to the test right away. I will update you once I’ve worn a bit.

2-Month Update:

So far the boots are doing great. I have been wearing them exclusively every day at work. I have had several comments and compliments on them at the range from other instructors. They still look good too. I believe several of the instructors will be ordering some soon. I will send you another update in another month or so.

Keith Budziszewski, Avid Outdoorsman and Mechanic

I spend a lot of time on my feet and I wear through boots quickly. Comfort is a top priority, because of plantar fasciitis and a bad back. I would buy a pair of inexpensive and uncomfortable boots and wear through them in as little as three months.

I was sick of coming home and not being able to comfortably walk because my feet hurt so bad. The quest for a better pair of boots was on.

I stumbled across a YouTube video for ALTAI™ Boots, and was immediately intrigued. Boots that are durable, lightweight, waterproof and (bonus) good looking. I got in contact with this company (amazing, over-the-top customer service) and ordered my first pair.

Never before have I had a pair of boots that when I put them on, they felt broken in and immediately comfortable.

In the year since I purchased, they have earned the nickname of my Miracle Boots. My feet have never been more comfortable and dry in my life. Not only that but my back hurts less and I find that I am more active. I highly recommend to anyone who spends any amount of time on their feet to purchase a pair of these amazing boots.

ALTAI™ Key Features – SuperFabric® Uppers

altaidev on April 9, 2019

Today on our blog, we turn our heads to some of our best key features; what sets our boots apart from the rest. One component definitely stands apart, quite noticeably, our SuperFabric® uppers.

Breathable AND waterproof, resistant to scuffs and scrapes, SuperFabric® is the ultimate in lightweight durability. Without heavy leather than can weigh even more when soaked, this space-age material allows our boots to stand up to the toughest of elements, all while remaining ultra lightweight and, therefore, easier on your feet and stamina.

“SuperFabric® is created by taking a fabric and infusing tiny, hard guard plates into the fabric. An array of colors, patterns (armor), and fabric make the versatility of SuperFabric® unmatched. Because SuperFabric® guard plates have small gaps between each plate, the SuperFabric® remains flexible, similar to traditional materials.” – SuperFabric.com

Every pair of ALTAI™ boots are made with SuperFabric®, giving you a lighter, tougher boot, without compromising in weight. On top of that, cleaning your ALTAI™ boots so they look fresh and new is so easy, you’ll be wondering why you ever had leather or nylon boots before.

For a complete lineup of every style featuring this amazing boot material, visit our shop.

ALTAI™ Retailer Spotlight: The Cop Shop, Massapequa New York

altaidev on March 18, 2019

Yet another quick spotlight on one of our newest retailers, hailing from Massapequa New York! The Cop Shop is Long Island’s largest police and fire equipment store, not only specializing in uniforms and general gear, but also personalized gifts for law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other public safety professionals. Whether you’re looking for a novelty gift for that special someone in blue or seeking out some professional tactical gear for your job, The Cop Shop will steer you in the right direction.

Stop by their Massapequa location and try our boots on in person, get questions answered, and maybe get a little inspired by some fun gift ideas.

The Cop Shop
560 Broadway
Massapequa, New York 11758
(516) 541-7544

ALTAI™ Retailer Spotlight: On Duty Supply Inc., Waldorf Maryland

altaidev on March 14, 2019

Inland from the Potomac River, is one of our newest retailers, On Duty Supply, Inc. Located in Waldorf Maryland, On Duty Supply Inc. certainly deserves our Retailer Spotlight as a 100% Woman Owned and Operated Corporation. President Marie Windsor is a one-of-a-kind business owner; over 20 years experience in the public safety supply industry, which she makes personally available.

Marie’s Promise – “I will do everything possible to make your experience with On Duty Supply, Inc. the best in the industry.” – www.ondutysupply.net

Now that’s customer service you can trust; especially because your on duty gear can mean saving a life. Stop in and get to know Marie and her excellent staff for an in-person try of our tactical boots.

On Duty Supply
11817 Park Waldorf Lane
Waldorf, Maryland
(301) 374-9114

ALTAI™ ‘Be A Leader’ Giveaway

altaidev on February 1, 2019

Are you already a proud owner of a pair of ALTAI™ boots? Want a chance to give the gift of lightweight, waterproof, AND breathable durability to a friend of loved one? This month, we are offering exactly that!

The ALTAI™ ‘Be A Leader’ Giveaway will award a winner chosen at random with a free pair of ALTAI™ boots so that he or she can help someone else take that first step and experience the ALTAI™ difference.

For the remainder of the month of February 2019, ALTAI™ is offering it’s Born To Outperform™ Customers an opportunity to win a FREE PAIR OF ALTAI™ BOOTS!

For a chance to win, create an account on the ALTAIgear Website (if you haven’t already). Then, simply leave a review of any Product on the Shop Page to be entered for a chance to win! If you’ve submitted a review in the past, simply submit an updated review to enter the giveaway.

The names of the Customers who qualify will be shuffled and drawn at random to determine the winner.

Submit your review today.

ALTAI™ goes to NSSF SHOT Show 2019

altaidev on January 17, 2019

Next week, Jan 21-23, we’re headed to Las Vegas to attend the world’s largest shooting, hunting, and outdoor trade show in the world: NSSF SHOT Show. We will be with our materials partner, SuperFabric®, for the following events and locations:

SHOT Show Suppliers Showcase: January 21-22
Booth # S1741
8:30am-5:30pm

SHOT Show Pop-Up Preview
January 23
Booth # W2134
8:30am-5:30pm

Also check out our display in the Pop-Up Preview New Product Center
Venetian Congress Center, 2nd Floor
(in the main thoroughfare between the hotels and SHOT Show exhibit halls)

We will also be joined by our pal Slava, owner of Tokkroos Safari, as well as Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) Chapter 21 VP Bill Hampstead!

So stop by, meet the boot team, and let’s talk tactical! Full SHOT Show Schedule of events can be found here.

ALTAI™ – The True Four Season Boot

altaidev on January 10, 2019

Your traditional winter boots. They sit in the back of the utility closet until the worst weather hits. They are heavy, musty, and you dread the cold work ahead of you.

Familiar with this scenario? Being from Minnesota, we know your pain. Sweaty liners make your feet even colder and heavy, clumpy outsoles make for a tougher time outdoors in the winter months.

Which is why we designed a boot that tackles winter obstacles just as easily as it does the hottest days of the year. Using SuperFabric® materials in our uppers, moisture and water molecules cannot penetrate this unique fabric, while remaining breathable; greatly reducing collected sweat that turns feet cold.

SuperFabric® allows our boots to remain ultra-light, deflecting snow and slush, and our Vibram® outsoles are so lightweight, you won’t notice exhausted feet at the end of your work day or outdoor adventure.

Larger toe boxes allow for you to customize for winter excursions. Whether you need thick wool socks or some other preferred combination of insulation, you can not only find the perfect fit and feel for winter, you can continue to wear them through the rest of the warmer seasons.

For more information don’t hesitate to contact us and speak to our ALTAI™ boot team!

ALTAI™ Pro Tip: Tactical Footwear for Plantar Fasciitis

altaidev on October 2, 2018

Choosing the right tactical footwear is a crucial decision for any law enforcement or first responder professional. Medical conditions, like plantar fasciitis, make the decision even more crucial for the wearer and our boots are here to help.

What is plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that causes pain in the heel from inflammation of the tissue that runs from your toes to your heel. Common with runners, this condition absolutely requires proper supportive footwear. Several ALTAI™ wearers have reported having plantar fasciitis and rely on our boots for long periods of walking and/or standing with all-day comfort.

Our Vibram® soles absorb shock and are a solid foundation that helps reduce the risk of plantar fasciitis or minimize the symptoms while wearing them. The ALTAI™ Last, which is the boot mold that every ALTAI™ boot is designed with, is custom built; meaning we worked with footwear experts to get a fit that outperforms ordinary, standard boot lasts. No break-in period and designed for active feet with long periods of wear-time.

If you have plantar fasciitis, we encourage you contact us with any questions you may have. Time to take the next step and make our footwear a part of your plantar fasciitis solution.

The ALTAI™ Experience: In Real Life

altaidev on September 6, 2018

Any boot company can tell you they have the best boots. But here at ALTAI™, we believe in the importance of reviews; reviews are proof of our boots’ performance. Feedback and input from wearers of our boots are how we can continue to strive to bring you the perfect, multi-purpose, rugged boot. Recently, we received this personal account of our MFT100s; so you can see the proof for yourself.

A big ‘Thank You’ to Dylan Sauer for sharing his ALTAI™ experience.

Many ALTAI™ customers are ecstatic about the boots they have, including myself. I have worn these boots for my security job, doing work for Bay City Public Safety’s Reserve Unit, and for playing intense scenario paintball in the woods. I was initially only going to use the pair for police work and security, but I decided to try them out on a paintball field. I did receive a few paintball splats to my feet, but the paint and mud come off very easily with a wet rag.

Back in January, there was a charity auction for a famous paintball player, Chris Lasoya. Chris was a firefighter who was burned trying to put out a fire. With the medical expenses being so high due the amount of burns he received form the fire, medical expenses would be astronomical. Another fellow paintballer, and ALTAI™ sponsored athlete, David “Reaper” Justin, knew it was time to step in and help out a fellow paintball player. David put together a charity auction and I was added to the group auction on Facebook. After a short bidding war, I won the pair of MFT100s.

After having these boots for nearly 7 months, I would consider these boots to be the best I have ever worn. I’ve gone through many pairs of boots throughout my time and none has lasted as long as my pair of MFT100s. My legs will give out before my feet decide to blister or cramp up. I’ve crawled through swamps and waded through water with these boots on and they have never smelled “swampy” afterwards. On top of all that, I have also been working around forty hour work weeks with these boots on.

I have also worked plenty of police details in Bay City, including concerts in Wenona Park for concerts, Southend Little League for their National Night out, and Veterans Park for the Bay City Fireworks Festival. ALTAI™ boots support me while I am supporting my community.

ALTAI™ Gear Junkie Giveaway Winners Announced!

altaidev on July 22, 2017

A big ‘Thank You’ to everyone who participated in our Gear Junkie #GiveTheBoot #GetTheBoot Giveaway! We had such a great time reading through why you think your friends could use a pair of ALTAI™ boots; we definitely have some rugged fans out there.

Now for the best part: announcing our winners! If you’ve entered our Gear Junkie giveaway, be on the look-out for a direct message from the ALTAI™ team on your Facebook. If you are a winner, you will receive a direct message from us that you’ve been selected for a free pair of boots! Follow the instructions in your message from the ALTAI™ team and you’re on your way to your free set of boots for you and a friend.

In case you missed the fun, here are all the contest comments and submissions on Gear Junkie’s Facebook post.