Tactical Footwear News & Articles

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Comfortable, functional footwear for every stage in your law enforcement career

Review: I put these boots to the test to see if they’d hold up

Specifically designed for a law enforcement officer’s performance and comfort, see how HAIX Black Eagle tactical boots stood up to the job

Haix is giving law enforcement officers a chance to walk miles in their boots

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1,000 lucky officers get a chance to own Haix Black Eagle 2.0 boots in exchange for their honest opinion

8 investments worth every penny for K-9 officers

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From quality gloves to Tecnu skin cleanser, here are some essential items to help make you more successful with your furry partner

7 investments worth every penny for SWAT officers

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From waterproof boots to Cat Crap (yes, really), here's some essential gear to add to your SWAT toolkit

Review: These boots are made for walking – and other police work

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Our reviewer treks through mud, water and blazing sun to test the comfort, protection and durability of these tactical boots. Here’s how they hold up.

A cop's guide to the supplies you will want on patrol

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While there is no one way to do the job, this is a list of basics for every cop on the street

4 police boot buying considerations

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Boots are one of the most critical elements in your daily gear, so don't cut corners to save a couple of dollars

16 winter weather tips for on and off-duty cops

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Remember to prepare for the conditions you might find yourself outside in for several hours

Review: HAIX Black Eagle tactical and athletic boots

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You don’t have to sacrifice comfort for performance with these German-engineered boots - find out for yourself!

Be ready: What footwear do you need for your mission?

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Propper’s Duralight Tactical Boots provide all-day comfort for patrol as well as key tactical features to support SWAT officers

SHOT Show 2019: 5.11 aims for low visibility, high comfort

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5.11 introduced two new lines at SHOT Show this year based on customer feedback, both of which are designed not to be seen

How to find grants to support tactical gear and other special ops needs

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Hundreds of federal, state, corporate and private foundation grant-funding opportunities support specialized law enforcement equipment and gear

Are you a minimalist or a maximalist? What cops need to know about footwear trends

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Before buying a minimalist or maximalist shoe or boot, review the following factors in order to choose the best fit

Photo roundup: SHOT Show 2018

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From firearms to tactical gear, the 40th installment of SHOT Show did not disappoint

How to stand up a regional SWAT team

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Regional SWAT teams aren’t for every agency, but they can provide a great service to those who need it

Digital Edition: SWAT’s future tactics, equipment and best practices

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This Police1 Digital Edition focuses on how the past and present will shape the future of SWAT in the United States

Cleveland seeks 2K riot-control suits for GOP convention

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The city is slated to have thousands of police officers on hand for the convention

Spotlight: Belleville Boot Company brings the next generation of comfort to cops

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Belleville Boot Company stays one-step-ahead to bring the latest boot technologies

SHOT Show 2016: 5.11 offers a sneak-peek into new uniforms targeted to special ops units

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In addition to all the new products on display in the booth, 5.11 Tactical offered a sneak-peek at the XPRT Uniform, a line of apparel targeted to special operators

Pulse of Policing: How private enterprise is supporting American cops

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Companies in the law enforcement realm commit vast amounts of time, energy, and capital toward ensuring that officers are safer

Cops weigh in: 3 ways police product companies can help LE

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Our audience had several ideas on how product companies can take advantage of their unique position in the industry to aid officers in these difficult times