Getting ready for the training, got your guns and gear, but what about your boots?
I’ve seen plenty of guys really worn down about half way through a training course and there is usually a mount of unwanted gear tossed somewhere on a range. Mag pouches, ammunition, gun parts and backpacks can really wear you out if you are over packed. Getting a gun that is a pound or two lighter than really makes a difference especially if you’ve ever thrown some of your ammunition on a scale to see how much 30rds of .223 actually weighs. One other thing to seriously consider doing is lightening the footwear you are using. Sneakers may be good for an urban environment to some degree, but not good on rough surfaces.
Wearing your steel tip boots that were meant for construction workers is also an over kill. Original Swat boots has a broad selection of footwear to choose from and if you want support, and don’t want to get weight down. Try the 1232 Air 9″ Side Zips. These boots always impress people when they put them on and feel how light they are. If you want a steel toe, try the composite toe try the 1260 boots. These won’t transfer cold like steel toe boots but give you the protection you need.
