Bates Rush 2 Mid Men's Tactical Boot - Black — E02296
The Bates Rush 2 Mid is a running-shoe-fast tactical boot — a breathable mesh upper, an energy-returning CMEVA midsole, and a grippy directional-lug outsole at under a pound per boot, built for jobs that move at speed.
A breathable sandwich-mesh upper with hot-melt TPU leather overlays, a moisture-wicking lining, a removable full-cushion PU footbed, an energy-returning lightweight CMEVA midsole, a rubber outsole with directional lugs for quick lateral movement, and lightweight cement construction — a soft-toe boot with no safety rating, about 0.95 lbs per boot.
Key Features of the Bates Rush 2 Mid E02296
- Breathable sandwich mesh upper keeps feet cool
- Hot melt TPU leather overlays provide lightweight structure
- Moisture-wicking lining keeps feet dry
- Removable full cushion PU footbed molds to your foot
- Energy returning lightweight CMEVA midsole
- Rubber outsole with directional lugs
- Lightweight cement construction
- 0.95 lbs per boot
Under a Pound, Built to Move
The Rush 2 is built like a trail runner — mesh upper, foam midsole, cement construction — so it weighs about 0.95 lbs per boot and flexes with the foot, disappearing on a 12-hour shift instead of wearing on it.
Cool and Grippy
Sandwich mesh moves air through the upper on hot shifts, the wicking lining pulls sweat off the foot, and directional lugs on the rubber outsole bite on quick cuts and stops across pavement, tile, and gravel.
Why Choose the Bates E02296?
A sub-one-pound, breathable lace-up tactical boot — the pick for police, security, EMS, hospitality, and warehouse workers who need all-day agility without a safety-toe requirement.
Similar Styles to Consider
Shop more: Tactical Boots, Police Boots, Soft-Toe Work Boots
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Rush 2 Mid E02296 have a safety toe or ASTM rating?
It is a soft-toe boot with no ASTM F2413 safety rating; its protection is slip resistance and support, not impact protection.
How does the Rush 2 Mid fit?
It fits like an athletic shoe and runs true to size — order the size you wear in running shoes. The footbed is removable if you run your own insole.
Is the Rush 2 Mid waterproof?
It is a breathable mesh boot built for hot weather, not a waterproof boot; it dries fast but has no membrane.
How much does the E02296 weigh?
About 0.95 lbs per boot — among the lightest tactical boots made.
What's the difference between the Rush 2 Mid and the Rush 2 Tall?
Same mesh upper, CMEVA midsole, and directional-lug outsole. The Mid (E02296 Black, E02277 Coyote) is the lower lace-up; the Tall (E02248 Black, E02278 Coyote) adds a taller shaft and an interior side zipper. Both are soft toe.
How do I clean the Rush 2 Mid?
Knock off dirt, scrub the mesh with mild soap and a soft brush, rinse, and air-dry away from heat. Skip the washing machine — it breaks down the cement bond.
