Work Boots - ALTAI® Footwear

ALTAI™ Toughest Jobs Spotlight: Paramedics

altaidev on June 16, 2017

Paramedics – This group of amazing professionals definitely sit high on the list of people who rely on their feet to do their job. Staying calm under pressure, these men and women are trained to save lives in the trickiest, time-sensitive scenarios; every second counts.

The stamina of these fine folks is incredible and it has to be. Long hours and thousands of calls mean constantly thinking on your toes. Heavy gear is unacceptable in this occupation and we all know that over-use of lifting heavy feet can cause fatigue, sometimes, injury.

Combining Vibram® soles and SuperFabric® is our solution for a better-performing boot in the class of weight. Every pair, approximately 40 oz, have the lightweight feel of a sneaker but with the precision of a tactical boot.

Are you a medic or have a similarly demanding job? Consider our latest model, the MFT100-Z with it’s quick-action side zip. You can gear up fast when you answer the call and stay focused on the job at hand: saving lives.

ALTAI™ Toughest Jobs Spotlight: Tree Fallers

altaidev on June 13, 2017

Some of the toughest occupations in the world are not the ones you always expect. Tree fallers, wildlife officers, paramedics, the list goes on… and so do the folks in these types of jobs. Today we spotlight tree fallers and the occupations that demand 110% from its workers and how we strive to improve every single step.

Tree Fallers – Chainsaws, sharp axes, broken branches, rock, and typically, some of the most untamed forests make tree falling an extremely rugged job; not for the faint of heart. While leather is a common material used to fend off these kinds of nasty, sharp objects, we all know how easily leather erodes under long-term, daily abuse. All it takes is one decent scuff and that’s the beginning of the decline of your work boots.

SuperFabric® materials change the game when it comes to long-lasting, durable work boots. With this futuristic level of abrasion and slash resistance, we were able to engineer a better boot, meant to thrive in these kinds of harsh environments.

Are you a tree faller or work in a similar rugged environment? We dare you to take the next step and experience the ALTAI™ Difference.

Hard-Working Boots Just Got Smarter: The ALTAI™ Difference

altaidev on June 8, 2017

Your old work boots. You’ve put them through the ringer, day in and day out. But if your job is anything short of a desk job, you know how quickly that relationship ends. The typical work boot lasts anywhere from 7-8 months; we decided to push those limits and, once again, future material SuperFabric® was key in extending the durability of a reliable work boot.

Used in a variety of applications, SuperFabric® is the solution for many industrial-grade wear and tear problems. Many Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) companies incorporate the guard plated textile for some of the highest safety standards. Our boot engineers thought, “Hey, hard-working feet deserve that kind of durability out of one pair of boots, too.”

After 500 miles of training through rain, snow, hot weather, these pair have really shown their Born To Outperform™ roots. Many of our customers still have their original pair of MF Tactical boots from our early days! We’re proud to be give you exactly what we aimed to: a super-rugged, work boot that works as hard as you do and can also throw down in any tough situation.

The Next Level of Protection That Hard Working Feet Deserve

altaidev on June 5, 2017

Leather, suede, nylon, canvas, waterproof sealed seems, plastic, metal, and rubber; the list of traditional boot materials goes on. We, at ALTAI™ realized that for the hardest working feet in the world, these materials just won’t make the cut. And here’s why.

Suede, leather, and other animal skin or faux version has a relatively delicate surface texture. A quick scuff against a cement block or an unexpected tangle with a thorn bush are kinds of activities that put that brand new “pristineness” out of a new boot in an instant. Overtime, thousands of little scuffs and scrapes add up to eventual boot failure. Seems like a waste: we want to build a stronger boot.

It’s just one of the reasons our boots are all made with SuperFabric® materials for the upper construction. SuperFabric® is made of tiny guard plates covering the boot, deflecting rock, ice…. Whatever you throw at it. In fact, many motorcycle gear makers use the same material in their protective gear. SuperFabric® creates a protective barrier between the pavement and a rider, especially in the event of a crash that causes the rider to slide across the road. A material that can save a motorcyclist’s life; we decided that hard working feet deserve that level of protection, too.

And like we always say, don’t take our word for it; take our real-world reviewers’ words. Watch as Ghosthawk Prepper demos what happens when a machete and box cutter meet our boots.

SuperFabric® – Perfectly Engineered for Harsh Environments

altaidev on May 30, 2017

Our champion boot component: SuperFabric®.

Rugged, work boots. You’ve probably tried them all: leather, nylon, some fancy new synthetic that promises durability beyond your wildest dreams. And if you have a truly rugged job, you’ve probably been let down by a pair of boots with early wear and just won’t get the job done.

We at ALTAI™ recognized the obvious need for a superior level of durability for the hardest working feet in the world. Usually, people compromise and opt for thick, heavy boots to get the durability they need. Or, durability is compromised for the sake of comfort and dexterity.

So we engineered a boot that does not compromise either. SuperFabric® is our champion-component that allows for maximum abuse to your boots, while remaining freshly clean and ultra lightweight for long, extended hours. Made up of precisely placed, small, durable guard plates protect an underlying fabric from destruction. Unlike leather or nylons, SuperFabric® resist fraying and also provides a tough barrier from scuffs that compromise protection and aesthetics, making them an ideal slash resistant material.

With every pair of our boots, you can forget about rips, snags, and tears, so you can focus on what really matters: the task at hand. Learn more about how we’ve stepped up the durability-game with SuperFabric® here.

Rugged Work Boots

altaidev on January 10, 2017

Working, walking or exploring vast land exposed to harsh conditions can be easy if you have the right gear for the task. The dry land, mucky places and the ever-changing weather can cause a nightmare in your work or explorative adventure. That is where good rugged outback work boots come in. Read Full Post

Tactical Work Boots

altaidev on September 12, 2016

Searching for a quality pair of work boots can seem like work in itself. Whether you have narrowed it down to your few top choices of work boots or are still on the lookout for something worth investing in – consider checking out the line of tactical boots brought to you by ALTAI™. Read Full Post

Tactical Boots for Men

altaidev on July 19, 2016

Looking for a tactical boot is a sport, especially if you are determined to find that one that fits and feels like it should. Commonly tactical boots, combat boots, military boots, even hiking boots are made of mostly of waterproof leather and vinyl but our innovative boot materials take Men’s Tactical Boots to the next extreme. Our boots last longer, stay cleaner and protect better, all the while still being 5 ounces lighter than the competitors… Read Full Post

Everyday Work Boots for Men

altaidev on April 27, 2016

If you work outdoors, you have a deep understanding of “all day comfort.” Men search for years and years for quality boots and yet they still fall short of finding a pair of work boots that provide all day comfort and still have the versatility of a multifunctional men’s boot. Read Full Post

Work Boots with All Day Comfort

altaidev on April 22, 2016

My local postman has been wear-testing the MFT200S since they debuted in September 2015. I saw him today, as he was like always, wearing the tough pair of work boots on his route. When I asked how he has been enjoying the particular pair, he had great things to say about the footwear. He’s worn them every working day since September, putting about 8 miles per day on them. He also wears them during the weekend, and believes he is averaging about 50 miles per week on the boot. Doing the math, he’s put about 1200 miles on the boots since he received them – and look how great they look! Read Full Post