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Since 1885 Bates has been making high-quality footwear.
Today we are proud to be leaders for first responders and our troops.
We are tactical led and tactical first because we believe the brave men and women who risk their lives to protect us deserve gear that can back them up.
Like the men and women who wear them, our boots are designed with duty grade performance to handle the daily pressure and unplanned chaos of the job.
Our boots are built for start-to-finish, 24/7 comfort because when the call comes in, it's time to move out.
Innovation
Since 1885, Bates has been a leader in high-quality footwear for Military and Law Enforcement. Every boot is designed for duty with a dedication to performance, integrity, and 24/7 comfort.
Bates Technology
Field tested and tactical led, our proprietary technologies give you the support and reliability you need when you’re on the ground.The smart design of the DuraShocks comfort system absorbs shock and returns energy through compression pads in the heel and forepart of the outsole. Backed by our 30-day Comfort Guarantee.
Bates Individual Comfort System (ICS) technology is an adjustable disk under your heel, giving you the freedom to customize your comfort. Set the dial to the comfort zone that’s right for you and go!
Bates anti-fatigue footwear delivers the comfort you want with the durability you need through a four-part energy return technology. Bates Endurance Performance System (EPS) boots are made specifically for people that spend long days on their feet.
Weatherproofing
There’s no time to let the weather weigh you down. Our waterproof boots are built to keep you dry and comfortable on even your longest shifts.
Doing double duty, DRYGuard is an innovative waterproof, breathable membrane that keeps your feet dry and comfortable longer by releasing sweat and moisture from the foot. Only available from Bates.
Boots engineered with DRYGuard+ provide all shift comfort and protection. The ultimate waterproof technology features our most breathable membrane to keep feet dry and provide maximum airflow, actively pulling sweat and moisture away from the foot for optimal comfort. Only available from Bates.
3M™ Thinsulate™ Water-Resistant Insulation, the original thin insulation designed specifically for footwear to keep your feet warm and comfortable.
Footwear with Gore-Tex membrane is “Guaranteed to keep you dry” and offers an enhanced breathability level, which is ideal for long shifts.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Bates boots deliver a wide variety of features so you can find the footwear that’s best for you.
Innovation, traction, and durability, Vibram® is recognized worldwide as the leader in high-performance rubber outsole for excellent grip properties.
Formally titled “Wear and Appearance of Army Uniform and Insignia,” AR 670-1 is the go-to regulation for how to look in uniform. Bates AR 670-1 boots designed and built specifically to meet the Army’s regulations for approved footwear.
Bates slip resistant boots and shoes have specific characteristics to offer more floor grip. Bates slip resistant (SR) pass the SATRA WTM 144 test for slip resistance.
Bates footwear with electrical hazard protection are nonconductive designed to protect the wearer against open circuits. Bates electrical hazard (EH) footwear meets or exceeds ASTM F2413-18 standards.
Footwear built using non-metallic shank, hardware, and construction methods. Undetectable in electronic security environments, these boots and shoes are airport friendly.