Reviews
My Go-To
"I couldn’t be happier with the Mackall 45. The build quality is exceptional right out of the box, durable, well-crafted, and clearly built to handle the serious wear and tear of regular Rucking. The fit is completely true to size with no awkward breaking-in required. What impressed me most is the overall comfort level. They feel incredibly supportive and cushioned even after hours on my feet under a heavy Ruck sack. On top of the performance, they have a clean, sleek design that's nice enough to wear for a night out. I'm very pleased with this pair that I'm already looking forward to picking up another in a different colorway."
— Dennsen M. (5/5)
This is my 3rd pair
"This is my 3rd pair of Mackalls. I wear them almost daily in every season. They are my favorite shoe. I decided to check out the 45’s as they are a bit less “sporty” looking. They are very sharp and as well made as the OG. However, the 45 addition is slightly different around the ankle and heel cup. It’s not a big difference but I’ve found that it creates rubbing on the Achilles where the other variation did not. Because of that rubbing, it also pulls the sock down and ends up bunching under the foot. These are good shoes but I wish they hadn’t messed with perfection."
— Nathaniel F. (4/5)
Wouldn't ruck in any other shoes
"Like my first pair of Mackalls (Forged Iron + Chiseled Stone + Gum), this pair of 45s is living up to their name. I appreciate the heel support and cushioning midsole as I ruck around with the additional weight on my back. About half of my rucks are on sidewalks where the durable sole really shines. Of note: Unlike my first pair of Mackalls, which did not require breaking in, the 45s were tighter in the heels for me out of the box."
— Christian F. (5/5)
New MACKALLS Solid
"I’ve been wearing the prior version of the MacKalls. I’ve really loved those. So far I’m really liking the additional support I feel these 45’s have. Ive taken them on the pavement and the trails. Awesome!"
— Travis C. (5/5)
Gorgeous shoes
"GoRuck photography is usually spot on. But I’ve been fooled. These shoes are GORGEOUS in real life. Absolutely love them. The suede literally looks like high end luxury suede. I hope they keep them around."
— Shelley C. (5/5)
I really wanted to like these, but. . .
"I really wanted to like these. Size 14. Too narrow from mid-foot to the toes. Really pressed down on the top of my feet, angering my bunions like no tomorrow. Meanwhile, my heel slipped out as I rucked. The base felt really good. If their design matches your feet, you should be good to go."
— Dan Z. (2/5)
No hot spots as advertised.
"I did take it from the box, to my feet, and then 15 hour’s later removed them. It was by no means 15 hours of rucking. Just early morning ruck with dog, off to work, noon dog walk, back to work, then night ruck with dog. No hot spots and I am still cranking them as my everyday."
— patrick v. (5/5)
I wanted to love these but I had to return them
"For starters I do love the construction of these shoes. The leather and appearance are top notch. However I fall outside of their use. I have a highly dynamic foot Arch and wide toe splay. As such the usual sizing tools have me at 11.5 - 12 wide give or take. Despite only ever using 12s or larger depending on how my toes fit. Unfortunately these I ordered in 12.5 as I have other similar brands that I needed to go up half a size. But these were about 0.3 too long and the edge of my toe was against the wall. After confirming with GoRuck they did indicate that their shoes are a standard D widths. Which led to the start of the fitting issue for me. With the pinky against the wall, slightly too long causing the laces to overnighten and over pressure my aches. As such, 15 minutes of test walking caused me to loose sensation in my toes. Given that what has fit have been 12s in above standard Ds or DD wide with natural wide toe boxes. If you have an issue or need for the wider toe splay take the consideration of your normal size and contast it's length as I would figure this will affect your choice."
— ERIC K. (3/5)
Great shoes!!
"These are my second pair of shoes, but after nine (9) years they were starting to look old. I love the newest version using pigskin."
— Jan R. (5/5)
Simply Awesome
"Mackall 45 Black + Gum is, without a doubt, one of the toughest and most dependable shoes I’ve ever worn. The materials feel genuinely premium, the gum sole grips everything from pavement to loose dirt, and the construction lives up to what GORUCK promises. I’ve put them through sweat, long miles, and rough trails, and they just keep going. The painful part, though, has nothing to do with the shoes. It’s that the person who was meant to walk beside me is no longer here. We had imagined covering hundreds of miles together this year sharing the tired legs, the quiet stretches, and those simple conversations that somehow feel different when you’re walking side by side. Life, unfortunately, took a sudden and cruel turn. The truth is, these shoes are holding up beautifully through every mile and every dirt covered path. But whenever I lace them up and see those black and gum soles hitting the ground, I can’t help thinking about all the trails we never got the chance to walk together. An honest 10/10 + for the Mackall 45. They carry me forward with every step even when my heart still feels left behind. Thank you, GORUCK and Monster you will always live in our hearts and walk beside us in spirit."
— aramis a. (5/5)
