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Men's Footwear

Built From the Ground Up

At GORUCK, we have the freedom and the independence to build every style from the ground up with zero input from shareholders or finance types. We work instead with Special Forces soldiers, male and female CrossFit® Games Champions, and World Champion Athletes to test, iterate, and build the best.

Ballistic Trainers™

THE BEST GARAGE GYM SHOES ON PLANET EARTH

The new standard in functional fitness footwear with a focus on stability, backed by proven science of proper under foot support. Breathable and flexible in the forefoot, tough and stable in the midfoot to heel.

UPPER // Ballistic Nylon + Engineered Knit
MIDSOLE // Gradient Density™ EVA
OUTSOLE // Triple Compound Rubber
HEEL-TOE-DROP // 8mm
PROFILE // True to Size

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Rough Runners™

RUN FAST, RUN STRONG, RUN WITH WEIGHT.

Ultra-supportive running shoes built for the strenuous life and named in honor of the original Rough Runner, Teddy Roosevelt. Be a Rough Runner. Choose the harder path and embrace the suck.

UPPER //100D polyester mesh + TPU film reinforcement
MIDSOLE // Gradient Density™ EVA
OUTSOLE // Dual Compound Rubber
HEEL-TOE-DROP // 10mm
FIT // Recommend sizing 1/2 size up

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MACV-2™

ALL TERRAIN RUCKING BOOTS

Classic leather boots - inspired by Vietnam-era jungle boots, modernized to be lighter and more supportive for today’s all-terrain requirements of traveling, training, rucking - and assaulting. Made for people who demand a lot of their feet.

UPPER // Challenge Leather™ or Suede
MIDSOLE // Lightweight EVA
OUTSOLE // Dual Compound All-Terrain Rubber
HEEL-TOE-DROP // 13mm
PROFILE // 6" or 8" Boot
FIT // True to size with a wide toe box.

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Mackall™

ALL TERRAIN RUCKING SHOES

Rucking is the foundation of Special Forces training and the Mackall™ is an off-road rucking machine. Maximum versatility and maximum support in a low top trail shoe named in honor of Camp Mackall, the home of Special Forces training.

UPPER // Polyester knit + TPU film reinforcement
MIDSOLE // Lightweight EVA
OUTSOLE // Dual Compound All-Terrain Rubber
HEEL-TOE-DROP // 13mm
FIT // True to size with a wide Toe Box.

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      The MACV-2 - Mid Top - Coyote by GORUCK is a tan tactical boot featuring a high ankle design with a robust triple compound outsole and lace-up closure. Crafted from canvas and suede, it includes reinforced stitching, making it ideal for outdoor adventures.
      A close-up shot captures a person kneeling on grass, sporting black pants and GORUCK's MACV-2 - Mid Top - Coyote hiking boots with a triple compound outsole. The rugged soles display visible dirt as sunlight casts shadows and highlights the details of the boots and ground.
      MACV-2 - Mid Top - Coyote
      $175.00
      The MACV-2 - Mid Top - Black by GORUCK is a black lace-up combat boot with a sturdy triple compound outsole, combining leather and fabric materials. It features metal eyelets and a reinforced ankle collar for a rugged and durable look against a white background.
      A person wearing khaki pants and GORUCK's MACV-2 Mid Top boots in black, which feature a triple compound outsole, is climbing over tree roots on a forest trail. The background is blurred, with sunlight filtering through the trees.
      MACV-2 - Mid Top - Black
      $180.00
      The MACV-2 - High Top - Coyote by GORUCK is a rugged military-style boot featuring a high ankle and durable sole, perfect for jungle adventures. It boasts a lace-up design with leather and fabric materials, ideal for outdoor or tactical use. The side profile showcases its triple compound outsole and robust construction.
      Two pairs of GORUCK's MACV-2 High Top boots in Coyote color rest on a gravel surface. The pair in the foreground is clean and new, showcasing a sturdy triple compound outsole, while those in the background appear worn and slightly dusty, ideal for rucking across rugged terrain. Grass can be spotted in the background.
      MACV-2 - High Top - Coyote
      $185.00
      The MACV-1 Hi-Speed - High Top boot by GORUCK features a tan military-inspired design with laces, a side zipper, and padded ankle support, engineered for both comfort and durability. These lightweight boots comply with AR670-1 standards, making them ideal for extended missions or daily use. From a side view, they exhibit a sleek design that's geared up for action.
      A close-up of a person wearing brown MACV-1 Hi-Speed - High Top rucking boots by GORUCK and camouflage pants against a brick wall showcases their AR670-1 compliance while maintaining a lightweight feel.
      MACV-1 Hi-Speed - High Top
      $175.00
      The Mackall in Legion Blue + Gum by GORUCK is a trail running shoe equipped with an aggressive triple compound outsole and gum sole, making it ideal for all-terrain rucking and Special Forces training. It also features an arrow logo on the side, combining style with durability.
      A person running on a trail in GORUCK's Mackall shoes in Legion Blue + Gum, featuring an aggressive triple compound outsole, surrounded by grass and trees.
      Mackall - Legion Blue + Gum
      $170.00
      The Mackall in Earth and Forged Iron by GORUCK is a rugged-soled trail shoe, expertly designed for outdoor activities and inspired by special forces training.
      Close-up of a person running on sand, their feet clad in GORUCK's Mackall shoes in Earth and Forged Iron colors, paired with black socks, ideal for Special Forces training.
      Mackall - Earth + Forged Iron
      $170.00
      The MACV-1 Traveler x Carryology - Berserker Viking by GORUCK is a sleek, black leather boot featuring a round toe, black laces, and a convenient pull-tab at the back. It is designed with a thick black sole and mid-calf height, making it perfect for travel and adventures. Crafted with water-resistant leather, this boot ensures durability with every step.
      A person wearing a cap and dark clothing strides confidently across the street, making a statement with their MACV-1 Traveler boots from GORUCK. They carry a black backpack and another bag in an urban setting, framed by a bus and overhead road structures.
      MACV-1 Traveler
      $185.00
      The Mackall - Black + Forged Iron by GORUCK is a black and gray trail shoe featuring a rugged triple compound outsole, shown on a white background.
      A person with a prosthetic leg and walking stick strolls through a park, sporting a GORUCK backpack and Mackall - Black + Forged Iron rucking shoes.
      Mackall - Black + Forged Iron
      $170.00
      The MACV-1 Hi-Speed - Mid Top by GORUCK is a tan suede and fabric lace-up boot with a brown rubber sole, lightweight design, and an EVA midsole for comfort, shown from the side.
      A man exercises effortlessly on a sandy beach, balancing on a sandbag while wearing lightweight MACV-1 Hi-Speed boots by GORUCK.
      MACV-1 Hi-Speed - Mid Top
      $175.00

      Uncompromising Development

      We start with the performance demands, not with what’s already on the shelf. This process takes around 3 years to develop each and every style we build. And when we release it, it’s right.

      3X Support

      Building shoes that feel “supportive” when you first put them on is easy. But what matters to us is how your feet feel after you’ve been in your shoes all day, for all the miles. 3X Support for all 3 Arches in your foot.

      Tested by Elite Athletes & Special Forces Soldiers

      The unifying belief amongst all the greats is that your footwear is the most important piece of gear you choose in terms of exceeding the physical demands of your sport. So choose wisely.

      Shoedog + Head of Footwear

      Paul Litchfield

      Our Head of Footwear is Paul Litchfield hailing from Boston Massachusetts, a Shoedog with 35 years experience who has designed shoes that sold over a Billion pairs throughout his career. Our factory partner builds over 4 million pairs a month — they’re proudest of ours because we never ask them to cut any corners on fabrics or construction quality.

      Your Feet Need More Support

      We live in our boots in Special Forces

      Our standard day is all the miles and a full load on our backs and our feet have to perform. More support means more performance, especially when carrying 100lbs in a rucksack. All GORUCK footwear is built to support you through the rigors of traveling, training, and rucking and comes with our Scars Lifetime Guarantee.