Safest Boots for US Wildland Firefighters Becoming Unaffordable

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31 July 2026 at 9:28 pm

Safest Boots for US Wildland Firefighters Becoming Unaffordable

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Wildland firefighters in the US are finding it increasingly difficult to afford the essential handcrafted leather boots, which can cost up to $800. Luke Mayfield, a former hotshot, highlights the critical role these boots play and the financial strain on firefighters.

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