FOG HORN
2016 Twobirds Flying Publication
MAGNUM OPUS MID
Copyright 2016, Towbirds Flying Publication. All Rights Reserved.
FOG HORN
2016 Twobirds Flying Publication
MAGNUM OPUS MID – comfort and styling at a price you can afford. By: Sal Palma amazing product. There’s an abundance of high technology that makes my accolade somewhat of an understatement. The first thing a wearer will notice is its feather-weight; you’ll feel like you’re wearing your best Niki running shoes. This boot wraps around your foot and positions it so that running on the balls of your feet is natural, the same holds true for heel to toe movement. I’ve been a MAGNUM Boot customer for several years now. My commitment to the company is driven by one overriding reason, quality and industry leading comfort. I have very finicky feet and I’ve yet to find a boot that delivers the level of comfort available from MAGNUM products. So while at SHOT 2016, I made a stop at the MAGNUM exhibit where I had delightful meeting with their representatives. MAGNUM had just rolled out the OPUS boot so I enjoyed the outstanding overview. I was extremely impressed with the product, which started shipping in the September – October of this year. I’ve worn these boots for just over a month and I’ll simply describe them as an
The OPUS boot breathes better than any boot in my closet. MAGNUM achieves breathability and light weight using Kurim and net mesh for the upper. Kurim is an extremely pliable and durable material that’s used throughout the upper. During the manufacturing process, thinner layers are placed in areas that need more flexibility while thicker layers are in those that require added support. The end result is a boot that feels and performs like a light running shoe but provides the support and stability of a legacy 6 inch boot.
Copyright 2016, Towbirds Flying Publication. All Rights Reserved.
MAGNUM OPUS MID – comfort and styling at a price you can afford.
2016
Responders, S.W.A.T. units and other tactical units requiring an athletic, stable lightweight boot will benefit from this foothugging, superbly comfortable and breathable boot.
Stability in a boot is a big deal; here, MAGNUM employed two innovative technologies for the sole and midsoles in material and design. The OPUS boot uses a carbon rubber outsole which I found to be stiffer than Vibram. That stiffness greatly enhances foot stability in rough or uneven terrain; improving durability as an added benefit. Part 2 of the OPUS equation is the compression-molded RECOIL midsole.
At an M.S.R.P. of $109 it’s a great deal but when you can buy them online for $90 they’re a bargain. Check the OPUS MID out. BTW, they’re available in black and coyote. -SP
Features of Magnum OPUS Mid
Height: 6”
Weight per boot: 15.5 oz.
Kurim Protection and net mesh upper provides abrasion resistance and limited water retention
Compression molded RECOIL midsole
Carbon rubber outsole with multidirectional lugs
Flexible foot forming construction
Closed hook lacing system
The RECOIL midsole does an excellent job of isolating the wearer from external foot shock thus reducing the risk of ankle and lower back injuries. The OPUS MID is a modern, durable hightech, high performance boot design, ideally suited for tactical application. First Copyright 2016, Twobirds Flying Publication, All Rights Reserved