They've been out for a while now, so... has anyone compared the two yet? In terms of fit and performance and such.

i did a side by side comparison of the new vs old si boots in a thread a little while back, not sure one has been done for the shoes though...

well i never saw the new version of the SI assault shoes but here's a funny story of the old version one:

last time i bought a pair of the 1st gen SI assault shoes. they were my size when i asked about it on local online classifieds. it was a brand new pair and when the package came i couldn't be happier holding the black shoes in hand, sturdy, high quality stichings, excellent sole material and design, great shoes all the way!

but alas!!! even though it's labeled my foot size, it's too tight for me!!! trying the shoes out next day for the whole day, i decided it's really too small and hurts my toes. in the end, i took the shoes to my mom's and i gave away the shoes to her, she tried it and it fits just right, and was really happy cos it's a pair of very nice shoes!

good thing is, i already fell in love with the quality of the 1st gen SI assault shoes, but cannot agree with the pricetag of $195. so the newer SI assault shoes with $125 pricing is just right!! once they're available here i'm gonna check them out. if it's built as good as the 1st gen assault shoes, then i'm definitely gonna get it!!

From an in store prespective the build and everything of the uppers is very simular, its just the rubber sole thats different, using the change tread pattern for an updated look/feel/silence

Yeah, I saw your topic too Adam, and you did mention that the profile was thinner. That's why I was wondering how the fit compared.

Having just recently recieved my SI Assualt Shoes and having had a pair before there are some subtle differences.
Of course the first thing you notice is the different tread pattern, I also noticed that the sole is more formed around the arch. The leather is still as good as before but i don't remeber the tounge being as short.
They definatley have a narrower profile to the old style especially around the toes.
The leading edge of the toes i find the rubber on the top to be much more ridged as too the rear around the ankle. I believe this would give your toes more protection. There are no SI logo's as well.
Is the new style better, I can;t really say as i was never able to wear my old ones as much as i wanted, as they were a little to small I now have a 12.5 which is the size i needed all along. This leads me to believe the sizing is the same.
Overall cosmetically they are very close, the tread pattern seems to be more practical for everyday use and as yet i have found no squeaking on any surface.
Hell you can't go wrong buying these, as you couldn't with the old ones.


Iggy, this is all thats available over here now, so I'd say grab a pair I doubt you will be dissapointed.

Now I'm gonna copy/Paste the above into a review.

Thanks Mike, that's what I need to know. Now to try and find a pair!

Oakley South PAcific in Melbourne Should have them in Stock Now!

I don't have a credit card though, so I'm flat out of luck with that. Still hope they show up around here sooner or later!

Most Oakley Stockists should be able to order them in for you.
Try Drummond Golf.
My golf store gets me anything i need.

I've been meaning to drop by my local Drummond Golf store, but I've never had the time. Might have some time next week, so I might try then. I'm just itching for some Oakley kicks!

Ok...Today I finally revieved my other pair of SI ASSAULT Shoes. Now I have The New Style and the Old style both in the same size. The Coolest thing is I picked up the OLD style ones in the rare 12.5 for $40 USD Buy it now on Ebay.

So below to give a side by side comparison here they are together.

nice comparison pictures !!!

Awesome comparison pictures, Mike!

Oh, I meant to ask, did you pay retail on the new Assaults? I'm kind of taken aback that it costs twice as much than it does in the US.