# Stylish Military Combat Boots Fronteer's New Ranger Hi Wilderness Boot is Inspired by Monkey Boots By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-05-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ranger-hi-wilderness References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2018/05/21/fronteer-ranger-shoe/) & [fronteer.us](https://fronteer.us/collections/all/products/ranger-hi) Classic outdoor-wear company Fronteer released a new and luxurious pair of Ranger Hi Wilderness boots for men that are a new take on the [classic military combat and monkey boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soldier-x-timberland). The boots were designed with long wear in mind, to create a comfortable shoe option that can be worn all day in any type of climate. The brand created a stylish exterior to make a boot that attracts all men with a combat book that wears and resembles a sneaker. Using a [soft twill canvas upper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/common-projects-hiking-boots) and a woven gusseted tongue, the shoes can form to any foot shape or size. Each pair offers high-quality hardware and molded sock liners to give a boot that fits true to size. Fronteer's new Ranger Hi Wilderness boot is available online now for $140, with only 400 pairs being produced. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxurious Military Boots:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create high-end military boots that combine style and comfort for fashion-forward consumers. - **Combat-inspired Sneaker Boots:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design combat boots that incorporate sneaker aesthetics for a modern and versatile footwear option. - **Durable All-weather Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop boots that can withstand various climates while offering long-lasting comfort and style. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce a new line of fashionable military-inspired footwear to cater to the growing demand for stylish combat boots. - **Outdoor Gear and Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative military-inspired boots that are specifically designed for outdoor enthusiasts, offering enhanced durability and performance. - **Men's Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the men's footwear market by offering military-style boots that combine fashion, comfort, and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Military-Grade Tactical Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xa-forces-jungle.md) - [Weatherproof Sneaker-Like Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danner-x-brandblack-boot.md) - [Fire-Resistant Hiker Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-peak-x-danner-light-ii.md) - [Rugged Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boot-gtx.md) - [60s-Style Mountaineer Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huckberry-x-danner-mountain-moc-917.md) - [Refined Field Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-boots-gtx.md) - [Naturalistic Militant Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canada-goose-glacier-trail-high.md) - [Ultra-Elegant Unisex Leather Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-leather-boot.md) - [Minimalist Fashion Hiking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/common-projects-hiking-boots.md)