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Oakley Beginner
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I recently got some new boots for work: the Light Assault Boot 2. First, I'll say I wear boots a lot. I'll give a little review before my questions below.
These are shaping up to be the best boots I've ever had (for a specific use). They are light and well ventilated, the foot bed is conforming comfortably and customer service confirmed weather-proofing would take well to the materials. The fit around my feet/ankles/lower legs is snug and not constricting after a day's wear. The spacing on the laces is really comfortable on the tops of my feet, too. The extended heels offer an extra stable platform and the soft soles contact the ground across the whole surface, distributing weight and giving a lot of feedback to the wearer. They are cushioned without being squishy. All in all, I'm really pleased.
I did not, however, get the lace locks with my pair... IDK why they weren't in the box. I have been wearing them without problems; none of my other boots had such a device, previously. Has anyone else used the lace locks? If so, would you recommend I get some?
I've no interest in raising the issue with Oakley just because they should have been in the box... but I might pursue it if there is some benefit to them for daily wear.
These are shaping up to be the best boots I've ever had (for a specific use). They are light and well ventilated, the foot bed is conforming comfortably and customer service confirmed weather-proofing would take well to the materials. The fit around my feet/ankles/lower legs is snug and not constricting after a day's wear. The spacing on the laces is really comfortable on the tops of my feet, too. The extended heels offer an extra stable platform and the soft soles contact the ground across the whole surface, distributing weight and giving a lot of feedback to the wearer. They are cushioned without being squishy. All in all, I'm really pleased.
I did not, however, get the lace locks with my pair... IDK why they weren't in the box. I have been wearing them without problems; none of my other boots had such a device, previously. Has anyone else used the lace locks? If so, would you recommend I get some?
I've no interest in raising the issue with Oakley just because they should have been in the box... but I might pursue it if there is some benefit to them for daily wear.