We took our classic MACV-1™ rucking boots and deconstructed them to be as lightweight and immediately comfortable as they can be. They're the most like an athletic shoe you can possibly make a boot.
LIGHTWEIGHT. SUPPORTIVE. PROVEN.
MACV-1™ Hi-Speed is built on the same supportive yet lightweight EVA midsole and all-terrain outsole as our original MACV-1™ jungle rucking boots.
STRIPPED DOWN TO THE BARE ESSENTIALS
No toe caps, no heel cups. 25% thinner suede. Super lightweight and packs down to nothing. The most like an athletic shoe that you can possibly make a boot.
LIGHTWEIGHT EVA MIDSOLE
At under 14oz (28 oz/pair for 6"), MACV-1™ is lighter than any footwear of its kind, ever. The relationship between the EVA midsole and the rubber outer sole matters greatly to the performance of the boot - and the combined weight is a major factor in whether you want to wear them or not.
HIGH TRACTION OUTSOLE
Dual compound rubber outsole delivers versatile performance in any environment, including improved traction on wet and muddy terrain. The forefoot rubber is formulated for increased grip while the heel area is formulated for abrasion resistance and increased durability. The outsole also wraps up at the toes for understated protection against aggressive terrain or when doing push-ups.
NO BREAK-IN TIME
They're ready when you are, right out of the box.
WIDE TOE BOX
Generous forefoot area lets your toes breathe. Over time and distance during any activity including rucking or traveling, your feet will swell. This extra space reduces the friction that can occur if your feet rub against the insides of your boot.
IDEAL RUCKING OFFSET
The ideal heel-to-toe drop for rucking. 13mm offset reduces the strain on your achilles (and by proxy your ankle, knees, and hips) and helps to accommodate a natural gait in an unnatural world of asphalt and man-made surfaces.
PROUDLY NOT WATERPROOF
If rain, sweat, streams, gets in a waterproof boot there is nowhere for it to go. Shielding drain holes are better than waterproof. They keep sand and debris out and repel moisture with every step. They expel water with old fashioned technology that just works - with every step, you push the water out the side of the boot.
NO SPACER MESH
Spacer mesh is soft, squishy, and feels comfortable to your hand when you touch it. But it’s a trap, literally. The first time spacer mesh looks at any kind of water, your boots get heavier and they stay that way. So we proudly do not use spacer mesh, end of story.
PREMIUM SUEDE UPPER
Hard wearing suede that only gets better with time and use. Paired with 1000D CORDURA® and 2" nylon webbing for added ankle support - debris and rain stay out and your feet can still breathe.
3MM SPEED LACES
Speed laces are 3mm as opposed to standard 5mm. Debris and mud doesn't collect on the 3mm laces like it does on the 5mm, the 3mm rinse off and dry faster, and they're faster to tie because there's less bulk.
DUAL DENSITY INSERT
Our custom insert uses a dual layered compression foam system that supports your entire foot from heel to toe - including contoured arch support for all 3 of your arches- throughout the duration of your foot strike.
MACV-1 Hi-Speed - Mid Top
Overall rating: 4.7860465 / 5 from 215 reviews.
The MACV-1 Hi-Speed Mid Top boots are highly regarded for their lightweight design, supportive fit, and comfortable feel. Customers appreciate the boots' excellent quality, stylish appearance, and immediate comfort without the need for break-in time.
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"I love these boots. Super comfortable and supportive in a straight line. They do leave a little to be desired in the lateral stability department when walking along a slanted hill. Overall they are great! I would definitely recommend them for anyone looking for a lightweight, comfortable, and durable rucking boot."
"Very lightweight and comfortable. Well made and quality seems good. Sole is good on slick kitchen floors. Been wearing them for maintenance and not rucking. Like my MACV2 more for that, better support. Customer support has been fantastic."
"Super comfy and fit perfectly, I prefer these for black top rucks, quality is spot on and they just want to move quick. I’m tempted to order another pair immediately but gotta wait a minute or two. My absolute favorite pair."
"Most comfortable boots straight out of the box. Lightweight, thin and wear like a sneaker. Time will tell on durability. If they’re built anything like my Mackalls, they’ll be indestructible. I normal wear a 9, bought these in a 9 and they’re perfect."
"I bought my first pair of MACV-1 boots back in 2021 and they quickly became my favorite shoe, even sometimes the only ones I could comfortably wear. I love these boots. Unfortunately one of my cats got overexcited when I was tying the laces one day and I now have a rip in the top leather near the lace grommets; they are still going strong, but that rip is probably going to do them in sometime. So I thought that this sale was the perfect time to get a backup pair ready! I ordered the same size as my OG boots, but unfortunately, these are significantly narrower. Even when I pulled them out of the box, I was very discouraged by how narrow the toe box looked compared to the MACV-1. I thought it might be an illusion or my memory, but when I tried them on, I found them smaller in every dimension, despite having ordered the same size. I put my old ones on right after to make sure it wasn't my socks, but nope. The Hi-Speeds are just significantly smaller than the original ones. Returns was super duper straight forward though; always a good customer service experience with GORUCK!"
"Exceptional service! Got the wrong size, very easy to exchange for the correct Boots are comfortable for long hours on the feet or moving anf perfect for traveling since they pack down so small."
"Second pair. Accidentally got some bleach on the first pair and kinda spotted them up. Still great boots though"
"I love these boots. The first pair was too small. Requested return & replacement. Got my replacements in days. Amazing. Barely broke them in before I took them out on a 10m ruck. Got soaked at the start. No problem. No blisters. No hotspots. No pain. Just great boots for hiking with weight on man-made surface."
"I just recently got these Macv traveler in Coyote. I've gone on a couple of Rucks and today I'm hitting the trail after some significant rain to see how they do. So far I LOVE them. It'd be really nice to see them available in Ranger green, hint hint. . . ."
"Rightly described as the most comfortable boot. The suede and outsole make it feel more like a sneaker than a boot. I’m planning to use them as backpacking shoes. So far they’ve been great to use on rucks. They pack up super tight. Time will tell on durability but based on my other GoRuck shoes these should go the distance."
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