Eric Nuechterlein
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Fantastic Bates review from Outdoorhub!
Outdoorhub “America’s #1 Outdoor News Source” recently wrote a comprehensive review on Bates as a supplier of tactical footwear for … Read More
Pick the right boot for the right terrain!
Have you struggled with deciding which boots are best for you? Did you know that different outsoles and design patterns … Read More
Happy 4th from the Naval Academy!
Every year, a small group of Bates employees travels to the Naval Academy in Annapolis Maryland over the 4th of … Read More
New Raide Colors!
The Bates Raide has seen phenomenal growth and attention since the line’s release earlier this year. The combination of a … Read More
Bates Best Sellers!
Bates has the footwear for any situation that you may encounter during your day. We have purpose built and technologically … Read More
TOP PICKS from our Director of Product Development!
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all the great footwear options available on batesfootwear.com? From waterproof, to safety toe, to … Read More
New Coyote work boot!
Bates continues to push the boundaries on comfortable, durable, technology driven footwear. Newest to the line is our GX-8 Waterproof … Read More
You Ask, We Answer!
Bates strives to provide our consumers with the best and most technology advanced products. We also understand your specific needs … Read More
Bates boots in the bright lights!
Bates has found a second home in Hollywood. Thanks to huge industry players like Ryan Gosling, Jon Bernthal, and Dwayne … Read More
Bates Release Raide and Siege Lines
Our law enforcement consumer is continuing to evolve. New officers and security personnel are demanding lightweight, athletic footwear. They want … Read More
Bates GX-8 Boot Review – Motorcycle
Thank you to Tricia Szulewski for her excellent review of the Bates GX-8 boot in American Iron Magazine! The below … Read More
Bates Taser Review
We’re kicking the new year off with a new boot review! This time, influencer Neil Braybrook from Grand Rapids shares … Read More
Crossover Boot Contest Winner!
The temperatures are dropping and winter is coming! That’s why we thought it would be fitting to give away our … Read More
Kevin Hagerty of MotoQuest Reviews the Adrenaline Boot
Kevin Hagerty is no stranger to adventure. As one of the founders of the motorcycle tours and rentals company MotoQuest, … Read More
Contest Winner Daniel McCarthy Reviews the Freedom!
We at Bates Boots were eager to find active riders to wear our Made in the USA line of Motorycyle … Read More
Bates Brigade Member Richard Silva Reviews Freedom Boot!
We had a chance to catch up with Bates Brigade member and Veteran’s Charity Ride participant Richard Silva after his … Read More
Bates Shock featured in GQ!
This weekend’s release of Blade Runner 2049 was a little more special for us at Bates Footwear. Ryan Gosling can … Read More
Richard Silva – Behind the Boots
The Veterans Charity Ride to Sturgis may have come to an end, but the experience lives on for the vets. … Read More
Veterans Charity Ride Part II
The 2017 Veteran’s Charity Ride put their kickstands down after a nine-day journey through winding highways and beautiful back roads … Read More
Bates Releases Graphic T-shirt Line!
Bates is entering the world of graphic tees! Our consumers have been asking us to create t-shirts as another way … Read More
Veterans Charity Ride Hits the Road!
The Veterans Charity Ride to Sturgis has officially hit the road! Here are a few highlights from their journey so … Read More
Bates gives back to the GRHV
In honor of Military Appreciation Month, Bates partnered with the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans. During the month of May, … Read More
Adrenaline Boots Hit The Road!
Bates Footwear decided to celebrate the release of their latest Motorcycle Boot, the Adrenaline, by giving away a pair in … Read More
Bates ready to SHOCK Hollywood!
The Bates Shock is becoming a movie star. Ryan Gosling is set to star with Harrison Ford in the upcoming … Read More
Bates Signs on as Official Footwear of Veterans Charity Ride!
Bates Footwear has signed on to become the Official Footwear of the Veterans Charity Ride to Sturgis. Bates Footwear will … Read More
Bates pushes the boundaries with custom-built technologies.
The Bates PD team is continually working to provide innovative technologies for those that are wearing our boots and are … Read More
Bates Spotlight – Dumptruck Stroupe
It’s that time again, we’re putting the spotlight on another Bates Brigade member! We sat down with the man behind … Read More
Military Appreciation Month
May is Military Appreciation Month, and Bates is very proud to partner with the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans. Bates … Read More
Bates has your back for Spring and Summer!
Wet weather is here, and hot weather is coming soon. Bates is your one stop shop for footwear to keep … Read More
Bates Spotlight – Officer James
Bates Boots have been a staple for those serving in the military and law enforcement for over 100 years. Most … Read More