Christmas Boots.

[iGas]

I spoiled myself with 2 pairs of work boots for Christmas. And, for the first time I'm trying out a cheap pair of Red Wing to see what the rave is all about.

Viberg 36 Bobcat

3528 Red Wing

 

[Nintendesert]

Unlike Rudeguy, you actually bought boots!

 

[rudeguy]

Unlike Rudeguy, you actually bought boots!

easy now....

 

[MagnusTheBrewer]

Red Wings are excellent but, you definitely pay a premium for the name.

 

[iGas]

Red Wings are excellent but, you definitely pay a premium for the name.

So far I finds the Red Wings are more comfortable than the Viberg out of the box (Red Wing 1/2 the price of the Viberg), but only time will tell how long they will last compare to the Viberg.

My last pair of Viberg lasted 5 years before the toes are worn through, and now it is on it 6th year (wore them 5 days a week). I'm taking it in to get resoles and rubber caps for $100, and hopefully it will last me another 4-5 years.

 

[MagnusTheBrewer]

So far I finds the Red Wings are more comfortable than the Viberg out of the box (Red Wing 1/2 the price of the Viberg), but only time will tell how long they will last compare to the Viberg.

My last pair of Viberg lasted 5 years before the toes are worn through, and now it is on it 6th year (wore them 5 days a week). I'm taking it in to get resoles and rubber caps for $100, and hopefully it will last me another 4-5 years.

Kudos for understanding the value in getting boots resoled. Too many youts don't know it's even possible or where to go.

 

[Imp]

I just want a pair of Timberlands, but I keep buying other useless shit so... Guess I'll keep using my 3 year old pair with a flat sole.

 

[PlanetJosh]

It's kind of a tough guy thread or a macho one. I used to wear boots in the US Army.

 

[alkemyst]

Kudos for understanding the value in getting boots resoled. Too many youts don't know it's even possible or where to go.

I do it with my Johnson and Murphy's

If it costs $100 to get some work boots resoled, I am not sure if that is worth not getting a new pair though.

 

[BoomerD]

I spoiled myself with 2 pairs of work boots for Christmas. And, for the first time I'm trying out a cheap pair of Red Wing to see what the rave is all about.

3528 Red Wing

I have a pair of Red Wings similar to the pair you posted. I bought them when I blew out the sole in my White's one summer and needed a pair of boots in a hurry. (took a bit over two weeks for a turn-around on a resole job...ship from California to Spokane and back)
IMO, the Red Wings are more like "high-topped tennis shoes" than work boots...but they serve the purpose and are pretty damned comfortable.

Want some REAL work boots?

http://www.whitesboots.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=29868

They aren't CHEAP by any standard...they start at about $400 per pair...

 

[rudeguy]

Kudos for understanding the value in getting boots resoled. Too many youts don't know it's even possible or where to go.

It really depends on the boot. A $100 pair isn't worth the hassle and they are usually more for style than need. A $400 pair would for sure be worth it. Boots like that are basically tools and should be treated with the respect that nice tools deserve.

 

[BoomerD]

In addition to resoling, GOOD boots can also be rebuilt to near original condition.

I used to have my White's rebuilt every few years. Cost ran about half the price of a new pair...and with the exception of the top quarters, they WERE brand new...

http://www.whitesboots.com/index.php?dispatch=pages.view&page_id=37

 

[HeXen]

I purchased 2 boots as well this past couple of weeks.
The Timberland Pro and Carolina's, both over $200 each. Also grabbed another pair of Timberland's AF insoles to put in my Carolina's cause holy crap they are comfortable, was quite suprised, more comfortable than any of the Dr. Scholls I've had. The Carolina's have Kevlar stitches and laces, overall they virtually last forever.

 

[JEDI]

I spoiled myself with 2 pairs of work boots for Christmas. And, for the first time I'm trying out a cheap pair of Red Wing to see what the rave is all about.

Viberg 36 Bobcat
3528 Red Wing

where's the boot knife?

 

[iGas]

I have a pair of Red Wings similar to the pair you posted. I bought them when I blew out the sole in my White's one summer and needed a pair of boots in a hurry. (took a bit over two weeks for a turn-around on a resole job...ship from California to Spokane and back)
IMO, the Red Wings are more like "high-topped tennis shoes" than work boots...but they serve the purpose and are pretty damned comfortable.

Want some REAL work boots?

http://www.whitesboots.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=29868

They aren't CHEAP by any standard...they start at about $400 per pair...

Those looks sweet. However, I like to support the home team, hence the Viberg handmade boots also are around $400 a pair.

http://www.workboot.com/work-boots/?subcats=Y&features_hash=V1

http://viberg.com/collections/footwear

 

[iGas]

where's the boot knife?

You don't need a knife if you have boots like the ones I posted.

 

[iGas]

I purchased 2 boots as well this past couple of weeks.
The Timberland Pro and Carolina's, both over $200 each. Also grabbed another pair of Timberland's AF insoles to put in my Carolina's cause holy crap they are comfortable, was quite suprised, more comfortable than any of the Dr. Scholls I've had. The Carolina's have Kevlar stitches and laces, overall they virtually last forever.

I just perused over their site and Carolina seems to have some well made and attractive boots for relatively inexpensive price.

Too bad we don't have Carolina boots in Canada.

 

[The_Dude8]

i like this viberg service boots, but not the price:

http://viberg.com/collections/footwear/products/service-boot-icy-mocha-chromexcel

 

[alkemyst]

i like this viberg service boots, but not the price:

http://viberg.com/collections/footwear/products/service-boot-icy-mocha-chromexcel

They aren't for workerbees.

It's like the Rockport vs. Allen Edmonds (and I don't wear either, I like Johnson and Murphy's for my suits and Clarks for my casual business. I have a set of Caterpillar steel toes for when I have to be on an industrial site. I have a set of Clarks boat shoes. I have some Nikes for more casual attire. I have my Chuck Taylors for gym day. Outside of that I am barefoot)

 

[The_Dude8]

They aren't for workerbees.

It's like the Rockport vs. Allen Edmonds (and I don't wear either, I like Johnson and Murphy's for my suits and Clarks for my casual business. I have a set of Caterpillar steel toes for when I have to be on an industrial site. I have a set of Clarks boat shoes. I have some Nikes for more casual attire. I have my Chuck Taylors for gym day. Outside of that I am barefoot)

i know that. I thought you would rock Alfred Sergeant, Church, John lobb, Edward green dress shoes for your suits.

 

[alkemyst]

i know that. I thought you would rock Alfred Sergeant, Church, John lobb, Edward green dress shoes for your suits.

I don't wear suits often anymore. Nice googling though, that's still low hanging fruit.

The shoes I own work for what I need and the replacement costs I accept.

I'd love to be able to afford some Testoni's.

I wouldn't look it up, it will probably blow your mind and you will take that 3 foot wrench to your foreman.

*chill bro*

 

[HeXen]

I just perused over their site and Carolina seems to have some well made and attractive boots for relatively inexpensive price.

Too bad we don't have Carolina boots in Canada.

You should be able to find online retailers that will ship them there. I never had a problem with getting the right size or anything. I used to like trying them on but I realized as long as they follow the standard, which most all good brands do, and you know your width and size, you won't have issue unless you never wore a higher heel boot before which does feel weird until you get used to them. I used to avoid them but now I won't buy a low heel boot anymore. Takes the pressure off of your calves and lower back cause it changes your posture slightly.

 

[Atomic Playboy]

Those are terrible. I mean, OK, they might be nice boots, but no one is going to get that they're "Christmas boots." You need something more like this:

 

[Bee4945]

Those are terrible. I mean, OK, they might be nice boots, but no one is going to get that they're "Christmas boots." You need something more like this:

LOL , those are cute ! Suitable for christmas . I love boots too and finally get the one i want so happy now

 

[Howard]

I don't wear suits often anymore. Nice googling though, that's still low hanging fruit.

The shoes I own work for what I need and the replacement costs I accept.

I'd love to be able to afford some Testoni's.

I wouldn't look it up, it will probably blow your mind and you will take that 3 foot wrench to your foreman.

*chill bro*

Low hanging fruit? EG and John Lobb are world-class shoemakers.