Men's GX-8 Waterproof Composite Toe Side Zip

Bought to use on my motorcycle. Slightly larger toe box from the safety toe took some getting used to, but other than that they are great. Excellent ankle support and tread grip. And no laces to tie!

First off let me say I love Bates boots! I’ve worn them for many years. But these boots are lacking. I’ve worn these everyday just in everyday use for the last 3 months (purchased on Oct 24th) and they was quite comfortable. Already I’ve had to install inserts. The velcro for the zipper comes lose after daily wear. The inside of the heel cup has already wore down to the plastic. And the outer back has split open with only 3 months of wear. Like I said I LOVE Bates boots and will purchase more in the future, but these was quite disappointing.

Boots just came in so I tried them on immediately. Size is great. I’m a women’s 8 so I ordered a men’s 6.5. Actually waterproof! Zips great. The only issue I have the sole of the boot is uncomfortable. I’m on my feet most of the day at my job so it’s an issue for me. Planning to change it out. Beggars can’t be choosers. Overall very happy with the order!

Overall a good service boot. The only knock I have is the materials used on the back. There is a pad on the outside Achilles made of an inferior material. It broke down in less than a year. I take meticulous care of my boots, so dirt was not an issue. I had the sage, but with the transition to OCP's I'd like the coyote version. Maybe I can coat that area with an epoxy to protect that spot. Great fit, and feel great.

Own 2 pair of these boots. I worked in them average 13 hrs a day/5 days a week as a structural ship welder. Very comfortable and can take some excessive abuse. Weld slags roll right off the boots and the leather held off pretty good as much beating as my footwear takes. I own various types of boots... wolverine, dr. Martin, reebok and other various welding boots but this one lasted the longest. All my other boots lasted around 6-8 month before it gets shredded but this one lasted 1.5 yrs before i messed up the zipper due to weld slag melting it. Highly recommended

I have been looking for a while for a side zip, safety toe, waterproof boot for work. I am on my feet during the day and typically around water so these boots ticked all of the boxes. I have only had them a couple of weeks so far, but they seem to be great. I like the color and all of the features. My old side zip were not waterproof so these are a little bit harder to get on my foot with the extra material that creates the waterproof membrane, but once on they are great. Boots are still new but I typically wear them 12+ hours a day and have only experienced a little foot fatigue since they will need a little break in time. I definitely recommend these boots so far.

Very comfortable boot!! True to size! Will never own any other brand of composite toe boots!!!just awesome!

If I were to order them again I would order a half size smaller than I normally wear. The boots were a little big, hardly noticable when I first received them. But now that I've worn them a few weeks it's really obvious that I should have gotten a half size smaller. Overall though they are gre sa t quality.

I have ordered these Bates boots to replace the previous boots that lasted me about two years and am still pleased with them. For the past couple of years and I have not been disappointed with any of the boots and shoes I have bought so far.

These are the best boots, comfortable and hold up to abuse