Just got my maritimes in today. Tried them on and, wow. Very comfortable. Already thinking of another pair. I got the black for security work. Now, I want either the OCP or Coyote tan. May have to ditch some shoes and boots.
We love hearing great field reports like yours. Proud to have earned a go-to spot in your stack and honored you are already coming back for more. We'll keep building the best so you can clean out your closet from anything else.
Took a chance coming from SFB style boots and well worth it. Loosen up the laces and let them break in and they fit like a glove.
Very happy and my wife is as well since I can now retire “those old, smelly boots”…
Thanks!
Sounds like you dialed it in exactly right—break them in, make them yours.
And if it earned a green light from the wife too, that’s a win across the board.
Appreciate you putting your trust in us—keep running them hard.
These are a great fit, true to size, super duper comfy and great for all the activities.
Glad to hear it, operator! A great fit and all-day comfort are exactly what ALTAMA® boots are built for. Appreciate you putting them to work across every activity — stay mission-ready out there!
I purchased these looking for a boot for whitewater canoeing/kayaking/rafting. Astral doesn't make for shoes average to wide feet. Merrells just don't have the needed grip in wet mossy conditions. I stumbled on Altama's on a review for another shoe. The price was reasonable, so I pulled the trigger. While I still think the Altamas run narrow, and they need to offer a wider option, I was able to loosen the lower part of the lace, throw in an overhand knot in the middle and tighten them at the top for a good fit. I think they are somewhat wide in the toe box, but the mid is still fairly narrow. I tested them rafting the Middle Ocoee and kayaking the Hiwassee. They definitely have a better grip than anything I have had in the past, they drain well, and they are very comfortable. They also have some that is thin enough to avoid problems fitting in the cockpit. I think I would be able to walk out if I had to bail on a trip for safety reasons. I wouldn't want to walk a long distance carrying a full pack or heavy boat, but think they would be better than most river shoe options. The boots are easy to clean-up I remove the insole and rinse them thoroughly under running water. Overall I'm very pleased, and like them enough I plan to buy a set of the low tops for daily wear, and I need to buy a pair a size or two up to fit with my drysuit booties. They actually look good. I definitely recommend paddlers take a look at these as a good option.
Thanks for such a detailed review and for putting the Maritime Mid through its paces on the Ocoee and Hiwassee—that’s exactly the kind of environment these boots were built for. We’re glad the grip, drainage, and cockpit-friendly profile delivered when it counted.
Appreciate the feedback on width as well. Fit is mission-critical, and we’re always listening when it comes to ways we can improve. Great call on the lace adjustment, and smart thinking on sizing up for use with a drysuit.
We’re stoked to hear you’ll be grabbing the low tops too, and grateful you’d recommend them to fellow paddlers. Thanks for trusting Altama out on the water.
I’ve been a customer for about five years and there isn’t another shoe I want to wear. I wear them for work everyday and feet great even at the end of my shift.
Five years strong—that’s the kind of loyalty we’re built for. Glad your boots are keeping you comfortable from first step to last, day after day on the job.
Size was spot on. Very comfortable and of the quality that initially drew me towards Altama boots. No threads hanging or signs that it was slapped together like other shoe brands. The camo pattern is amazing and seems far from just some simply pressed on decal like a lot of shoes are. Will 100% be buying again.
Never quit quality, purpose-built engineering, and all day comfort is our mission. Thank you for calling out where we hit that mark.
Good overall rugged shoe as I dont care much for glitter, bells or whistles on my footwear. As long as it’s built solid with solid materials and stitching just like these shoes seem to be then I’m fine with it. Only thing they can improve on other than maybe some kind of foot rolling support when on inclines are the little water vents on the side, which seem to be tearing already and exposing whatever is underneath it since it’s made out of soft fabric. Beyond that perhaps some textured outer toe shell instead of the smooth rubber cause sometimes if you’re floating down a stream for example and you wanna anchor on with just your toes to a rock perhaps, sometimes you could slip off.
We’re glad the no-fluff, rugged build is hitting the mark for you. That’s the kind of performance we aim for; straightforward, dependable, and built to take a beating. Appreciate you calling out the details too: the vent durability and toe grip are great points, and we’ll pass that along to our product team. Thanks for the thoughtful review and for trusting us out there whether it’s on trail, incline, or in-stream.
Love the shoes! I can see every reason why high tier units have used these 🙌🏽
Quality of shoe is great. Used only as boots in kick fins, worn with 2mm neoprene socks and the shoes are wonderful.
Now that's the ALTAMA® Maritime doing exactly what it was built for! The secure amphibious fit, quick-draining construction, and compatibility with dive fins and neoprene socks make it right at home in the water. Glad they're treating you well in the fins. Appreciate the dive-tested feedback! 🫡
great footwear
Toughest most versatile and durable shoes ever, I’m on my 3rd pair the other two are super worn out but you CANNOT find something this quality for this cheap. Ya maybe they don’t look as nice as white Nike Air Force’s but theyr more comfortable and last way longer and just until you try a pair you can’t understand. Water mud snow dirt, good for all occasions and easy to wash and clean. And light as a feather on ur feet. You won’t regret buying a pair 👌🏼
Three pairs deep tells us everything we need to know. 🫡 The ALTAMA® Maritime was made to take abuse, clean up, and get right back after it—water, mud, dirt, snow, training, or everyday miles.
We might not win against fresh white sneakers in a fashion show, but we like our odds everywhere else. 😏 Thanks for putting the Maritime through hell and coming back for another pair.
my dad has had 3 pairs of these all different colors for years i dont know how long but him and and then he passed them down to me they are tuff i will be buyying more of these
That’s what we call putting some miles on a pair! The fact that your dad ran three pairs of ALTAMA® Maritime boots for years and they still had enough fight left to be handed down says plenty about their durability. We love hearing stories like this. Appreciate you carrying on the tradition, and we’ll be here when you're ready for your own pair. 🫡
As a diving instructor, I can say that these are the best diving boots I have ever owned.
Coming from a diving instructor, that carries some weight. The ALTAMA® Maritime was designed specifically for amphibious operations, with fast drainage, secure fit, and traction where land meets water. Glad they’ve earned the top spot in your dive kit. Run ’em hard. 🫡
no soy militar, trabajo en la ciudad repartiendo encomiendas en motocicleta y de electricista en los tiempos libres y ahora pensaba en comprar una zapatilla que me sirva para todo y que me dure largo tiempo ¿que me dices, me compro estas? o me recomiendas algun otro modelo ... aqui donde vivo es zona costera, cerros, y clima caluroso.
Antofagasta, Chile
Hola Nicolas, estas zapatillas son muy versátiles y duraderas, perfectas para tu día a día en diferentes entornos. Sin embargo, si buscas algo aún más resistente para trabajo en exteriores, podemos recomendarte otros modelos especializados. ¡Gracias por tu interés!Este modelo es ideal por su ligereza y comodidad. Muchos clientes lo usan a diario para viajar, especialmente cerca de la costa. Originalmente diseñado como calzado acuático versátil, se ha convertido en un calzado informal muy popular. Por el uso que le dará, creemos que le quedará perfecto.
I gambled that these would work as a kayak shoe for early season geese hunting. They are perfect. Very well built and comfortable out of the box. Very pleased.
That’s exactly the kind of mission crossover we love to hear. The ALTAMA® Maritime Mid may have been engineered for amphibious operations, but water doesn’t care whether you got there by fin, boat, or kayak.
The quick-draining, fast-drying construction, secure fit, and traction make the Maritime a solid option anywhere the job moves between water and land—from kayak hunting and boating to fishing, range days, training, and everyday wear.
Glad they earned a spot in the early-season goose kit straight out of the box. Thanks for taking a gamble on the Maritime and finding another mission for it. Run ’em wet. Run ’em hard. 🫡
Better than expected even. Wide actually means wide, size is accurate, materials are awesome, no complaints
That’s what we like to hear—better than expected and no complaints. We’ll take that field report any day.
The ALTAMA® Maritime has a deliberately secure, mission-driven fit, so getting the right width makes all the difference. Glad the Wide gave you the room you needed while keeping the fit dialed in.
Thanks for calling out the materials, sizing, and build quality. Now get ’em dirty. 🫡
I really like the shoes. I am not a fan of the rubber insoles though. I know that’s what makes them drain water and dry quickly. They weren’t comfortable. I swapped out the insoles with a regular pair and I absolutely love them.
Thanks for the solid feedback. You’ve got it—the Maritime’s removable impermeable footbed is purpose-built for amphibious use, so it won’t absorb water and works with the boot’s drainage system to get water out and dry fast. That mission-specific setup can feel firmer underfoot than a traditional cushioned insole.
If you’re primarily running them on dry land, swapping in a more cushioned footbed is a great way to dial them in for your use. Just keep in mind that a traditional absorbent insole can slow drainage and drying if you take them into the water.
Glad you found the setup that works for your mission and are loving the ALTAMA® Maritime. Run ’em hard. 🫡
I have two pairs, one for patrol and one for urban SWAT operations. I absolutely enjoy wearing them, they are comfortable and quiet when walking on hard surfaces, good grip/traction for ladder work and running on un even terrain. I pair them with merino wool socks to help even more with moisture wicking. I really wished you made a full 100% water proof version for the winter months and just working in the sand and tide line. I don’t swim or wear fins in my line of work but if I did I’d probably wear these. Half my team have already purchased a pair and also rely on them as their primarily Urban operation footwear.
Keep it up. Make a full water proof ankle height version and take more of our money.
Thanks.
Thank you for putting the ALTAMA® Maritime to work where it counts. Patrol, urban SWAT operations, ladder work, hard surfaces, uneven terrain—you’re giving them the kind of field time they were made for. And hearing that half your team has picked up a pair and made them primary operational footwear? That means a hell of a lot to us.
You’re also spot-on about the water piece. The Maritime is an amphibious tactical boot, engineered to drain water quickly and dry fast rather than keep water out. That design makes it at home around the tide line and in waterborne operations, but we hear you loud and clear on wanting a fully waterproof, ankle-height tactical version for cold-weather patrol and wet winter conditions. We’ll make sure that feedback gets in front of Product Development.
Two pairs and half the team converted? Sounds like we already took a decent amount of your money. 😏
Thanks for trusting ALTAMA® when it’s time to gear up. Stay quiet, stay sure-footed, and stay safe out there. 🫡
As an avid whitewater paddler and guide, this is the only shoe that has lasted longer than one season. From snow covered portages and approaches to weeks of never drying out, these shoes have stood up to a range of abuse. Better designs and better construction than anything on the paddling market.
Thank you for the excellent field report, Stuart. The ALTAMA® Maritime continues to break barriers with it's purpose built design, proving itself for amphibious missions in and outside the tactical community. We appreciate you putting it through its paces and letting us know that we have hit the mark for you. Keep it up 🤙
Too tight
Thanks for giving the ALTAMA® Maritime a shot. The tighter fit is intentional—the Maritime was originally engineered for amphibious operations with a snug, secure fit to help minimize foot movement and friction, particularly when worn sockless in the water.
That mission-specific fit isn't for everyone, especially if you're wearing socks or prefer more room. Depending on your preference, going up a half size, choosing a Wide, or both can make a significant difference.
We'd like to help get you into the right fit. Reach out to our Customer Service team at info@originalfootwear.com, and they'll work with you on your options.
Different mission. Different fit. Let's get yours dialed in.
Have not had a chance to use them for
Dive Ops yet, but they are a modern
More comfortable version of the old
Coral Creepers.
Thank you for the great review. That's high praise—Coral Creepers earned their reputation, and we're honored to hear the ALTAMA® Maritime reminds you of a modern, more comfortable evolution of that classic design.
We hope they prove themselves just as well when it's time for Dive Ops. Until then, thank you for trusting ALTAMA®, and we look forward to hearing how they perform once they hit the water. Stay safe and mission ready. 🫡
Great shoe! I purchased directly from Altama and the shipping was very fast. I use this shoe as a patrol officer in Central Texas and I love it. The material is very breathable which adds to the comfort during hot days.
Thank you for the great review and for trusting the ALTAMA® Maritime on patrol. Hearing they're keeping you comfortable through long shifts in the Central Texas heat is exactly what they were built for. The lightweight, breathable construction and quick-dry design help keep you moving when the temperature climbs.
We're also glad your order arrived quickly. Thank you for your service, and for making ALTAMA® part of your daily kit. Stay safe out there. 🫡