Description:
A dry, light mid boot for wet calls. The First Tactical 5-inch AERO-TAC™ H2O Side-Zip Mid (Style 165929) puts a HydroGuard® waterproof bootie inside the light AERO-TAC mid. You get 5 inches of height, a breathable fused-TPU mesh upper and the REZ-TRAC™ outsole, with a membrane that keeps rain and puddles out.
Features
- HydroGuard® waterproof bootie: a moisture-blocking membrane that keeps your feet dry without giving up breathability.
- Hyperfusion Technology upper: TPU overlays are fused to the breathable poly mesh instead of stitched, so they won’t delaminate and the surface stays light and abrasion-resistant.
- REZ-TRAC™ outsole: a proprietary tread pattern that gives traction and stability in every direction.
- YKK® side zip: get in and out fast without re-lacing.
- Slip resistance: the outsole exceeds EN 20345:2022 and ASTM F3445-21 slip-resistance standards.
- Running-shoe comfort: a proprietary EVA/TPU foam blend midsole and an Ortholite® open-cell insole keep you comfortable through a long shift.
- Aegis® anti-microbial lining: the poly mesh lining is treated to fight odor.
- TPU toe cap: adds scuff protection at the toe, where boots wear first.
- Nylon shank, metal-free build: support underfoot with no metal in the boot.
Fit and sizing
We carry the 5-inch AERO-TAC H2O mid in men’s sizes 6 through 12, including half sizes 6.5 through 11.5, in Regular width. First Tactical’s size chart lists the women’s equivalent 1.5 sizes up (a men’s 8 is a women’s 9.5), which helps if you are ordering for a woman on your crew.
Questions about the 5-inch AERO-TAC H2O mid
How is the AERO-TAC H2O mid waterproofed?
With a HydroGuard® bootie, a waterproof membrane that blocks moisture while letting the boot breathe. That membrane is what separates it from the standard 5-inch AERO-TAC mid.
What sizes and widths do you carry in this boot?
We carry men’s sizes 6 through 12, including half sizes 6.5 through 11.5, in Regular width. First Tactical’s size chart lists the women’s equivalent 1.5 sizes up (a men’s 8 is a women’s 9.5), which helps if you are ordering for a woman on your crew.
Does the 5-inch AERO-TAC H2O mid have a safety toe?
No. It has a TPU toe cap for scuff protection, not a protective safety toe. If your job requires one, choose an AERO-TAC Safety Toe model, which adds a metal-free nylon and fiberglass toe.
Which First Tactical AERO-TAC should I choose?
Start with height. The 8-inch AERO-TAC boot covers the most ankle, the 5-inch mid splits the difference, and the 3-inch low wears closest to an athletic shoe. Then pick the version: the standard side-zip models are the simplest and most breathable, the H2O models add a HydroGuard® waterproof bootie, the Safety Toe models add a metal-free nylon and fiberglass toe, and the 5-inch Polishable mid has a leather toe box you can shine for inspection and Class A days. For a leather-and-synthetic boot instead of mesh, look at the Operator line. Compare them all in our First Tactical boots and socks collection.
Does the 5-inch AERO-TAC H2O mid have a warranty?
First Tactical backs its gear with a limited lifetime warranty when bought from an authorized dealer. The Public Safety Store is an authorized First Tactical dealer, so you’re covered. For a warranty question or claim, contact us and we’ll handle it with First Tactical.
Where can I buy the First Tactical 5-inch AERO-TAC H2O mid?
Right here. The Public Safety Store is a firefighter-owned store and an authorized First Tactical dealer. Every order is covered by our price match guarantee and easy 30-day returns.
