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

$143.00
$143.00
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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

$143.00
$143.00
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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: 4.646326 / 5 from 803 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

First time out was a

"First time out was a 6-miler. I developed a dime-size blister on my left heel. I plan to adjust the lacing pattern to minimize heel slip. I also got a tiny blister on the top of my right big toe directly above the MTP joint and below where the forefoot of the shoe flexes. Not sure what I can do except hope that it was a one-time occurrence. I plan to wait 2 full weeks until the skin is totally healed and retry. Today, I went back to my old running shoes since they work well here, where my route is totally smooth. I am sure that my Mackalls will work well in the future after the break in."

— Bob G. (4/5)

Well balanced!!

"I really like these!! True to size. I’m 13 wide and plenty of room in the toe box for swelling feet. I’m really picky with the back heel part of the shoe but have no issues. I don’t walk with a big heel strike, I’m more of a mid sole walker. Sole is very balanced. I haven’t punished them with weight yet but a few 8 mile walks and I really like them. GoRuck has done what major footwear companies haven’t."

— Michael M. (5/5)

Love the Brand!

"Love them so far! I've done multiple rucks. Mostly on pavement some shoulders of roads. I've done anywhere from quick 1 milers to a couple of 5 milers. I'm pretty new to rucking and am using the 5.0 that my wife got me for my birthday. Trying to keep mobile at 61! I told my wife I'll be exploring some different shoes from Go Ruck in the future to include some Rough Runners, MACV Boots, and possibly some Trainers. I typically wear a 13 and that's what I bought. Perfect fit."

— Robert M. (5/5)

Amazing Shoe!

"This shoe is immensely comfortable. I wouldn’t say it was designed for marathon running but I believe that is intentional. Weighted workouts are amazing. My soles feel so supported and my ankle feels secure. I wouldn’t say highly recommend this shoe/boot as a trainer!"

— Aubrie B. (5/5)

Good outdoor shoe and my favorite in the gym at the moment

"Currently the shoe that makes my foot feel most comfortable. I am quite sensitive. In general and always liked the ballistic trainer, but now that that seems to be discontinued, this is a good option. Also very durable in wet conditions."

— Amanda S. (4/5)

Best shoes I’ve ever owned

"This is my second pair of these, and absolutely love them. The first pair went through four 15k Tough Mudders and well over 5-600 miles of hiking and rucking through those same four years. Only reason I had to retire them was they caught a random nail sticking out of a stud on a jobsite which cut a pretty good slice down the side. Very comfortable, and break in quickly. The aggressive tread is great for maintaining solid footing on all types of terrain. Would highly recommend these shoes to anyone who wants comfort and is tough on footwear."

— Dave P. (5/5)

Like everything I have from

"Like everything I have from GoRuck, the quality is amazing. I need to get used to the weight because before I was using a trail runner, but I feel much more stable with these. I feel like these can last a lifetime! Excited to put some miles in!"

— Michael H. (5/5)

Out of the box comfort.

"Out of the box comfort. First spin was an easy 3 miles around the neighborhood. Carried old shoes just in case. Didn't need them. Next did a seven miler. Second use. No troubles. Comfortable, sturdy, well-fitting. Looking forward to beating them up."

— MARC L. (5/5)

Great shoes

"Wore them the day before a long hike to get my feet used to them and vice versa. Did 14.5 miles the next day no issue, no blisters. Sole feels like a combat boot / hiking boot slapped onto a tennis shoe. Exactly what I wanted"

— Antal B. (5/5)

Tactical games

"Great shoes, great for the outdoors lots of traction. Excellent for running and doing outdoor games."

— Francisco P. (5/5)

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