The Mackall in Earth and Forged Iron by GORUCK is a rugged-soled trail shoe, expertly designed for outdoor activities and inspired by special forces training.
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Mackall - Earth + Forged Iron

$190.00
$190.00
Size: EU 36.5 / UK 3.5
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The Mackall in Earth and Forged Iron by GORUCK is a rugged-soled trail shoe, expertly designed for outdoor activities and inspired by special forces training.

Mackall - Earth + Forged Iron

$190.00
$190.00
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Be Ready for Anything.

The Story Behind Mackall™

Camp Mackall has trained generations of warfighters to be ready for anything. The Mackall™ trail shoe honors that legacy with maximum versatility and maximum support so you can be ready for anything.

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Versatile Trail Shoes

Built for Rucking

Rucking demands maximum support from your footwear. Mackall™ features the same supportive foundation as MACV-2™ rucking boots — a rugged EVA midsole and aggressive triple compound outsole that thrives in all kinds of terrain.

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High-Traction Forefoot

The forefoot outsole rubber is formulated for increased grip with deep tread specifically shaped to grab the ground while shedding mud and debris. It wraps around the toes for additional protection against rocky terrain or when doing push-ups.

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Hardened Midfoot

The midfoot outsole is formulated from a rock climbing compound and hardened for exceptional abrasion resistance — ideal for fast-roping.

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Dense, Durable Heel

The heel is more dense and formulated for extreme durability with an expanded heel strike area that won't break down over time or distance.
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Rugged Midsole

The midsole design wraps around the entire upper providing significantly more stability and maximum support.

Support you need for your feet so they’re not smoked after being on your feet all day, whatever you’re doing. Support is foundational to Mackall™ and makes them versatile — great for combat, traveling, and for people who demand a lot of their feet.

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Lightweight, Breathable Upper

100% polyester knit constructed with the strength and durability to thrive in unforgiving environments. At 230 g/sqm, it's lightweight and fast drying.

High-wear areas are reinforced with a protective TPU film. We targeted the toe area for abrasion resistance and the midfoot to heel area for additional lockdown support.

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Protective Toe Cap

No stubbed toes from craggy rocks or rogue sticks on the trail. A dual layered toe cap provides extra protection and abrasion resistance across the toes. Reinforced bonding to the rubber outsole's toe bumper results in better long term durability after miles of abusive terrain.

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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.

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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 shoe.

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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 shoes get heavier and they stay that way. So we proudly do not use spacer mesh, end of story.

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3D Molded Heel Lock

Comfortable PU foam bolsters lock in the heel to prevent slippage and excessive movement around the ankle. This allows you to secure your heel into the shoe without relying on lace-locking or lacing too tightly.

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Anatomically Molded TPU Heel Counter

Anchors your foot with a supportive, injection molded heel counter that stabilizes your heel when you're moving with momentum.

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3MM Speed Laces

3mm as opposed to standard 5mm, just like MACV-2™. 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.
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CUSTOM COMPRESSION INSOLE

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.

Mackall™ Explained

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Mackall Army Air Field

The Home of Special Forces Training

Camp Mackall is US Army training facility in North Carolina near Fort Bragg. It was home to the airborne during WWII and has become the proving grounds for modern Special Forces soldiers.

Overall rating: 4.646597 / 5 from 764 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Mackall - Earth + Forged Iron shoes offer exceptional build quality, great traction, and excellent support. Customers appreciate the wide toe box and the rugged midsole design. However, some customers experienced discomfort and issues with the fit and comfort of the shoes.

Summary topics

  • Sizing Accuracy (8%): In general, customers found the sizing to be accurate, but some needed to go a half size smaller.
  • Build Quality (11%): Customers appreciated the exceptional build quality of the product, with many describing it as great, fantastic, and high quality.
  • Fit Satisfaction (13%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the fit, as it was described as great, comfortable, and accurate.
  • Traction Performance (6%): It was noted by customers that the traction of these shoes is great, providing excellent support and comfort.
  • Toe Box Width (9%): Customers raved about the wide toe box, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.

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Review highlights

  • "Loving the fit, support, looks and build , second best favorite shoes after my goruck trainers" — Jean-Luc W.
  • "These Mackall's fit well have a great arch support and a wide toe box." — Mike H.
  • "Toebox is roomy and fits my feet perfectly." — Todd N.

Reviews

Everything good but one feature for me

"The shoe felt great and materials felt solid. The heel lock system didn’t not work for me. The pads placed above the heel below but below the ankle, seemingly to keep your heel in place, only rubbed against my skin as my heel moved up and down. I tried tightening the laces to lock my foot down but it moved within the shoe to my skins irritation. Wish the fit worked for me. The shoe seemed well built, light but sturdy. Standing in them, the toe box fit was generous and the sole felt solid and grounded."

— Jaime R. (3/5)

Very comfortable fit right out

"Very comfortable fit right out of the box. Very roomy forefoot. I have to I wear custom orthotics which are thin for my cycling shoes. I have added a thin insole underneath and the fit is great. I’m a consistent 42. 5 and the fit is good, with just a bit extra. Great addition to my plate carrier. The heel is showing almost no wear after 2 weeks (~60 miles) on concrete sidewalks."

— Lynda L. (4/5)

Good Quality but bad blisters.

"I really want to like these shoes but they just don’t fit my foot right or something. I’ve never gotten blisters before and these shoes just chew my feet up. They do feel really well made and they look great."

— Matt A. (3/5)

Good quality. Had to return

"Unfortunately, it was necessary for me to return these wonderful shoes as my heel would not stay in them. The show is well made, sturdy with excellent arch support. No matter how I tried settle my heel (different socks, lacing), I couldn’t make it work and sadly returned them. The communication process, and return was prompt and seamless. Anyone considering these shoes should indeed give them a try as the construction and support is superb."

— Dirk R. (3/5)

Rugged, robust ruckers - almost amazing!

"When living in the USA last year I’d discovered rucking; I often thought about tying some Mackalls. Once back in Australia I saw the legion blue ones on a great sale price. Shipped them in. I love them. Comfy. Robust. Rugged. I’ve already put 30-40 miles on them. I’ve given them 4 stars because the shoes are slightly differing in proportion (not consistent) - and for me the toe box would be better with more of a natural foot shape. Great for rucking. But with a slight reshaping they’d be excellent."

— Jim C. (4/5)

Worth the buy!

"I've tried all the "best shoes ever" including Merrel, Salomon etc and none of them fit and held up like the Mackall. Used them for daily, PT tests, rucks and overseas with no issues. Tired of blowing through shoes every year while putting up with thin material and ill shaped toe boxes? Do yourself a favor and try a Mackall. Dare you."

— Philip S. (5/5)

The Ultimate Hiker Shoe!

"I absolutely love my Mackalls, so much I have three different colors! I have put these shoes through ALOT and they've took it and have kept going. Just like the Three pair of MACV-2's I have, these shoes feel broke in as soon as I put them on. They have all been ridden hard and put up wet and have kept going. I did have a slight issue with a pair with bottom of the sole separating, but GR Scars program immediately replaced them even though they were at least 1. 5 years old already and I have put well into the hundreds of miles on them. A great, shoe, great warranty, great company! DOL. . . . ."

— Miguel F. (5/5)

Must be comfortable

"Must be comfortable. . . Following unplanned urban wear for Hawk Fire evacuation, realized a day into my absence from home that I had them as the worn shoes when leaving. So, that said, they have only seen one trail that was moderate in nature, but was 5-miles of testing for first wear and the dirt loved them! First time wearing they felt larger for a 10. 5 mens. But on the trail and the urban wear, they felt normal in wearing. Hoping the quality is the same as the Rough Runner. Side note, I was not attentive in my ordering and thought I was ordering a new pair of Rough Runner, so when I put on the Mackall, I realized the "whoops!" But as noted, the feel right stepping forward."

— TIM D. (5/5)

I like the sole support,

"I like the sole support, the right shoe toe box feels tighter than the left shoe big toe hits the end and I am using moleskin on my heels right now to prevent blisters. Hopefully they break in soon."

— Dirk S. (3/5)

Try them. Find out.

"I beat the heck out of these shoes in the Sonoran Desert chasing Couse Whitetail. I'm on my 5th or 6th pair in the last 3 years. They don't last forever but I'm hard on them. Extreme arch support. Your foot will be sore if it's not ready for it. Wide toe base is great for me as I used to wear a shoe from a prominent hiking shoe company with a wide toe box. Last, the protection on the toe box is huge in rough country that sticks you every chance it gets. I switched for the arch support that wasn't offered in the competition. It made a huge difference on uneven terrain. The competitor's product left me with a foot injury that persisted until I found the support offered in these shoes. Try them. Find out."

— Zachary P. (5/5)

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