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Does anyone know how the Oakley boots fit? Do they fit true to size? should they be ordered a 1/2 size larger? full size larger? Etc.

Thanks for your input

(Only those that have worn Oakley Boots please respond) No offense to others meant :wink2:

Lifeafter,

AR 670-1, sec 1-15

...Restrictions on eyeglasses and sunglasses. Eyeglasses or sunglasses that are trendy, or have lenses or frames with initials, designs, or other adornments are not authorized for wear. Soldiers may not wear lenses with extreme or trendy colors, which include but are not limited to, red, yellow, blue, purple, bright green, or orange. Lens colors must be traditional gray, brown, or dark green shades. Personnel will not wear lenses or frames that are so large or so small that they detract from the appearance of the uniform. Personnel will not attach chains, bands, or ribbons to eyeglasses. Eyeglass restraints are authorized only when required for safety purposes. Personnel will not hang eyeglasses or eyeglass cases on the uniform, and may not let glasses hang from eyeglass restraints down the front of the uniform....

The Army over the past 4 years or so has become absolute about 'eye protection' as opposed to the sun-wind-dust goggles of the past. You cannot go to the range, or patrol w/o eye pro - now part of your field kit.

That being said the Army supplies Soldiers with eye pro. When I was in, last year, it was not a CIF issue but it was a unit supply issue much like your magazines, blank firing adapter, etc. However I did receive it during RFI issues prior to deployment (RFI is like a supplemental CIF issue for new gear). Units supply sgts and the CL9 ULLS-G (this now is a new acronym that i forgot) operator are able to order the CL9 classes and CL2 lense replacements.

The most popular were the Oakley M-Frames. Durable - comfy - and was in the army supply system to order and sustain. The next most popular seemed to be the revision sawfly eye pro - these are comfy, durable, in army supply system but didn't have the 'cool' factor of oakleys - though they were about half the cost.

If you want a pair to wear on your own in uniform I'd go by the reg and perhaps order your own (remember to order from USSTANDARDISSUE for discount once you have your active duty card...) if you want one just to be prepared i'd opt for a cheaper set (revision) so once you get one from your unit you have a backup. Eye pro in theatre was a huge concern mostly due to budget constraints.. supply limitations and the huge requirement for guys going out the gate to have - yet they break. I'm sure this has been fixed by now... Your unit might have specific guidance but I'm feeling like the nurse corp's use will like just require reg requirements.

Glasses for wear must meet reg req.

Glasses for field/training must meet reg req and Army ballistic req, as of last feb this meant that the lense and frame had met this standard: ANSI Z87.1 and basically had the imprinted on those items.

This was a very good question... as we all know the worst offenders of uniform wear and appearance are medical officers ;) lol

v/r

JC

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Specializes in Emergency RN, CEN.

I too have heard stories from those fresh in from the sandbox.... that Oakley's just don't hold up to field abuse. Comfortable as all get out, but sorely lacking in durability.

I have a pair of Danner's that I absolutely love..... they are pricey but well worth the $. I also have a pair of standard issue Belleville's that are also quite comfy. Bottom line.... break em in. I like to "wear em dry". That seems to work well for me.

Just my :twocents:

66HM5

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Specializes in Cardiac Tele, Cath Lab, ICU, ICUSD.

Geez the decisions..I plan on shopping around for some boots that will protect my feet while being comfortable too..especially being on my feet all the time (not to mention the ruck marching). My bf wont be any help in the boot department bc he wears something called 'tanker boots' (apparently they are boots distinctly designed for 19K's who have seen combat)...Maybe we should design some SI 'nursing boots'..hahaha..just a thought.

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my 2cents stick with standard issue boots - they are my preferred variety. Don't spend the money - they aren't necessary and just the fear of the unk leads you to believe new boots will help. IMHO. OBC is known to be a gear glut - you don't need any of that stuff.

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my 2cents stick with standard issue boots - they are my preferred variety. Don't spend the money - they aren't necessary and just the fear of the unk leads you to believe new boots will help. IMHO. OBC is known to be a gear glut - you don't need any of that stuff.

:yeahthat: W/ RFI the army has procured really good equipment that works; if you want to upgrade footwear, buy some real good insoles and even thats optional

:igtsyt: only delusional fobbits wear oakley boots

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I would say that these guys are probably right about issue boots...they will hold up well to FTX and other OBLC training... you can always opt for the Oakleys once you get to perm. duty station when you will spend most of your time on the hospital floor. If you wear a pair of issue boots for a while (in short periods at first) and break them in before you go to OBLC, they will be plenty comfortable for you.

Just cause, once again you have provided great input to mu questions.

This was a very good question... as we all know the worst offenders of uniform wear and appearance are medical officers ;) lol
but I have to say, I was in aviation, and would argue that pilots are right up there with med. Officers for uni violations...lol
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Specializes in ICU-my whole life!!.

That is why I love being an ICU RN. I never ever, get to wear the uniform. I wear my pajamas AKA scrubs.

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ICU, do you wear ACU to work then change into scrubs or? Army provides scrubs or an allowance or? What shoes/boots are worn with scrubs? Any other scrubs info would be appreciated.. thanks!

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Specializes in ICU-my whole life!!.

I do not wear ACUs. They stay on my locker and only wear if I am getting an award. ICU, PACU and OR along with the clinics are the only sections allowed to wear the scrubs. The army provides them. As for shoes, you wear whatever you please.

Later.

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Specializes in ICU- adults, Flight RN peds/neo.
:yeahthat: W/ RFI the army has procured really good equipment that works; if you want to upgrade footwear, buy some real good insoles and even thats optional

:igtsyt: only delusional fobbits wear oakley boots

Honest to .....!

What is the price difference we are talking here? Issue boots on AAFES are between $70.00- 104.00. Danners are $120.00 at the Uniform store at Ft.Sam.

Are we talking about a $16-$50 difference, depending on which ISSUE boots you buy? Yes.

Sure........go ahead buy the standard issue. And end up like most of the other women in my tent....with "miserable half-dollar sized blisters" all over their feet. And those blisters won't be healing....not for one month.... Think of multiple ruck marches....

Just my advice, having JUST been there.

Go wild. Spend the $20 bucks extra. And after OBLC, If you are reserve, you are only going to wear these boots 40 days/year anyway :)

c.

p.s. "really good insoles are like $10", and they do nothing for blisters on the sides of your feet.

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You can also get the new Altima boots for about $80, which I have heard are also very comfortable (though I have not tried them myself).

Either way you go, wear them as much as you can before you leave for OBLC, and try to get off the sidewalk in them too...the way a boot interacts with your foot is a lot different on rougher terrain.

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