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- Why Bulletproof Zone?
The Altama Aboottabad Trail Mid is a mid-cut tactical trail runner built for operators and professionals who need agile, sure-footed footwear in demanding environments. It combines Altama's Panama Sole technology with a waterproof membrane upper and a full-length support plate, available in Black and Coyote across sizes 7 through 12 in regular width.
Panama Sole Traction Where It Counts
The Aboottabad Trail Mid runs on Altama's Panama Sole, constructed from SOF ROC rubber, a sticky compound that extends up into the arch of the boot. That arch wrap is a deliberate tactical feature: it provides grip on ropes and irregular surfaces where a standard trail-runner lug pattern would offer little purchase. The result is a sole designed not just for trail terrain but for the kind of vertical and dynamic movement that field use demands.
Waterproof Construction With a Fast-Drying Upper
A waterproof membrane sits inside the boot to keep feet dry when crossing wet ground. The outer upper uses quick-drying nylon mesh and microfiber PU, materials designed to shed water and dry rapidly rather than hold it. A molded external rubber toe cap adds durability at the point most likely to take abrasion and impact during active movement.
Underfoot Support for Extended Wear
A dual-density EVA midsole cushions each stride and manages fatigue over long periods on foot. The full-length Rock 'n Roll Plate runs beneath the midsole to stiffen the forefoot against uneven terrain, reducing the energy drain of constantly adapting to rocks and roots underfoot. Together, these two layers are aimed at keeping the boot comfortable and stable across varied ground, not just on groomed trail.
Features
- Panama Sole with SOF ROC rubber: sticky compound wraps into the arch for grip on ropes and uneven surfaces
- Dual-density EVA midsole: layered cushioning for fatigue management over extended wear
- Full-length Rock 'n Roll Plate: forefoot stiffener for stability on rocky and irregular terrain
- Waterproof membrane: internal barrier against water intrusion
- Nylon mesh and microfiber PU upper: quick-drying construction that sheds water rather than retaining it
- Molded external rubber toe: protective cap at the most abrasion-prone point of the boot
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Altama |
| Model | Aboottabad Trail Mid |
| Cut | Mid |
| Colors available | Black, Coyote |
| Sizes available | 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12 (Regular width) |
| Sole | Panama Sole, SOF ROC rubber with arch wrap |
| Midsole | Dual-density EVA |
| Plate | Full-length Rock 'n Roll Plate |
| Upper | Quick-drying nylon mesh and microfiber PU |
| Toe | Molded external rubber |
| Waterproofing | Waterproof membrane construction |
| Width | Regular |
Who This Is For and Isn't
The Aboottabad Trail Mid suits military personnel, law enforcement, and tactical professionals who want a lighter, more agile alternative to a full-height boot without giving up waterproofing or sole grip. The arch-wrap SOF ROC rubber makes it a practical choice for anyone whose work involves rope use or fast movement over varied terrain.
This boot is not a ballistic or protective armor product and carries no ballistic, stab, or slash protection rating. It is available in regular width only; buyers who require wide or narrow sizing will need to look elsewhere. No size 8.5 or 11 is listed in Black; those sizes are available in Coyote only.
Common Questions
What makes the sole on the Aboottabad Trail Mid different from a standard trail runner?
The Aboottabad Trail Mid uses Altama's Panama Sole built from SOF ROC rubber, which extends up into the arch of the boot rather than staying flat underfoot. That arch wrap is designed to grip ropes during fast-roping and to hold on irregular vertical surfaces, a capability a conventional trail-runner lug pattern does not provide.
Is the Aboottabad Trail Mid waterproof?
The Aboottabad Trail Mid includes a waterproof membrane built into the construction to block water intrusion. The nylon mesh and microfiber PU upper is also designed to dry quickly, so the boot sheds water from the outside while the membrane protects from the inside.
What does the Rock 'n Roll Plate do?
The full-length Rock 'n Roll Plate runs the length of the Aboottabad Trail Mid's midsole to stiffen the forefoot. On rocky or rooted terrain, this stiffener reduces the energy lost to the foot constantly flexing and adapting to irregular ground, which helps maintain stability and reduce fatigue over long distances.
What colors and sizes are available?
The Aboottabad Trail Mid is available in Black and Coyote. Black is offered in sizes 7 through 12 (7, 7.5, 8, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11.5, 12). Coyote is offered in sizes 7 through 12 (7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12). All sizes are regular width. Not every size is available in both colors.
Can this boot ship to my state?
The Aboottabad Trail Mid is footwear, not body armor, and is not subject to the state body armor shipping restrictions that apply to ballistic products. No state-level restrictions apply to this boot. Contact us if you have questions about your order.
Bulletproof Zone will ship orders as soon as possible. For example, if you purchase three items, they will be shipped to you based on lead time and availability. This way you get as much of your order as soon as possible, which means that your order may come in separate packages, especially if you order products from different manufacturers.
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Damages:
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Returns and Cancellation Policy:
We back all our products with a customer satisfaction guarantee, so we created a fair return and cancellation policy.
All sales are final. No Refunds, No Cancellations. In most cases, once the order is processed, it is final and not cancellable. We may allow exceptions due to an order error or wish to return your order after delivery for any reason other than a product defect or misrepresentation. Any cancellation request is subject to an administration and cancellation fee equal to 10% of your order with a minimum of $35, whether order shipment is successful or not.
All sales are final on all closeout items and for custom manufactured bulletproof clothing once the manufacturing process has begun or not returnable unless there is a product defect or misrepresentation. Applicable to brands such as MC Armor, Israel Catalog, BulletBlocker, Tacticon Armament, Wonder Hoodie, and others.
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Refunds:
Should an item be returned because it was defective, misrepresented, not as described, etc., Bulletproof Zone will issue a full refund and will reimburse the customer for all shipping expenses associated with the return.
Please allow 5-10 business days from the time the item is received to process a refund. Refunds will only be issued to the original credit card that you use when placing your order.
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If you find a lower price at another authorized dealer of the same product within six months of your purchase, we'll refund the difference.
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At Bulletproof Zone, we are passionate about protecting lives. Every piece from our catalog is designed and rigorously tested to provide the highest quality of protection you need from firearms, explosives or even close quarters combat.
We’ve partnered with various manufacturers that operate within the United States under a strict set of guidelines both on a national and corporate level so that when you shop with us, you will be able to select from the highest quality body armor, ballistic plates and tactical gear available on the market.
Whether you are a military service member looking to find your own gear, a professional that operates in the security field, or an avid firearms enthusiast that capitalizes the importance of safety when shooting, our tactical gear will provide you the level of protection you need.
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