Merrell Moab 2  8 inch side zipper boot 

Just my opinions after about a year worth of use on duty.

[@redmori]

Thanks for the review. I was thinking of getting this while it's on sale on LA Police gear.

[@jmmartin7766]

I'm currently looking for replacements for some Bates 8" Strikes I've been wearing for several years. So, I seriously appreciate this review. Fwiw, Garand Thumb agrees with you-- He said he wouldnt recommend Merrils because he's seen them fall apart after a year of training... Right now, I'm seriously considering the Bates Velocitor or Rallyforce... Not because of brand loyalty but because of the "price, comfort, ruggedness" combo

[@SauerDom320]

I transitioned to Merrell boots about 5 years ago and love them. I retire them after a year and use them for range and training use.

[@jspang31]

I just got my first pair. I’ve got maybe 150 hours in mine. They are holding up better than the other boots I’ve had that are this style. Hopefully I get over a year out of them.