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i hav had decent luck with my redwing boots with vibram soles. looking for something thats not so hard on my feet and stick even better on the roof.
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p.s. in the ohio area
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Wolverine Dura Shocks.
*My favorite: Wolverine DuraShock EH with ANSI toe.
*I'm not sure of the model number of mine. They aren't steel toe though. I bought my first pair 4 yrs ago and they will usually last me about 2 yrs before needing replacement. I have noticed one thing though. Wolverine now offers the same style boot at a much lower price. The reason: MADE IN CHINA TO WOLVERINE SPECS. I'll definitely steer clear of those.
*I started wearing Redwings about 20 years ago and still haven't found a reason to wear any thing else. That's just my bent on the subject. I do everything from foundations to trim and they seem to work everywhere. The one's I wear have the flat soles, not the heavy lugs and so they don't track mud to bad either. Skip
*Ditto here (except 20 years ago, I was in Converse high-tops, although not to frame in)Redwings seem to me to be the easiest on my feet, and with the lugged vibram soles, also the stickiest on roof sheathing (as long as the OSB is right-side up!) I can walk an 8/12 in my boots, although I wouldn't recommend it to anyone else.I know they cost a pretty penny, but they are definitely worth it. Tried various other boots (wolverines, CAT, etc.) but had to have them re-soled or otherwise repaired about 3 times before the redwings were in the shop! So I figured in the long run the redwings were actually cheaper. That's all I got to say about that.
*Try Oakley (like the glasses), they're called "Nails". "www.oakley.com" You can walk straight up walls with 'em.
*I've been wearing Redwings for a long time too but they discontinued the boot I like best and I'm open to suggestion. I'd like to take a look at Wolverines. Do they have their own stores - do regular shoe stores sell them - or where do you get them?
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I had to buy some steel toe boots for a job. I really didnt like the Idea of some big clunky things on my feet. Anyway I bought these Georgia Giant cheapy boots (under$100). They are the best boots Ive worn and I can really kick the crap.They are very comfortable and the leather is quality. Im still not a total believer in steel toe but it is fun to kick stuff.They grip very well on roofs. My buddy always buys Danner's which are about $200 a pair. He swears by them,he's also single and has money falling out his butt. But if you guys want the absolute BEST rubber boots EVER!!! Buy a pair of Xtra-Tuf boots(found in commercial fishing stores). I commercial fished for 8 years and they are Bosch jigsaw of boots. You will love them. They are time tested and proven to stick when Its blowin 60MPH and water is all over the deck with fish guts and slime. And super comfortable...In fact when you do finally wear them out make sure to cut them down to some slip ons (great for yard work and those short trips outside) I guarantee you will like them.
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If I lived anywhere near you, I'd be following your buddy around with a 5-gallon bucket or two. Well, heck, where do you live ? I'll hitchhike there and buy a limo for the trip home...
Does anyone remember shoes with a thick sole made of the same crepe rubber that they make those sanding belt erasers out of ? I have looked for those for 15 years to no avail.
*Jim:Wolverines are sold in just about every "working man's" store I've ever seen. As for the safety toe; it may be steel or a fibreglass composite. Whatever, I became a believer after seeing an accident. Now, on the job, most any job protect the toes.
*Hi Jim,If there is a J.C. Pennys in your area, they should carry them. If not I know they're in their catalog, but make sure they're Wolverine "Dura Shocks".
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I've had 2 pair of red wings, both custom fitted and both KILLED MY FEET AND MADE MY KNEES ACHE. I am also in Ohio and work in Rocky's. Love them.
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*Joe,I was beginning to wonder when you were going to bring the Carolinas up. I remembered you wear them because I wear the Carolina shoes. Most comfortable shoe of any kind I ever put on.That's your best quote yet!Rich Beckman
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TRY A PAIR OF DIEHARDS. I HAVE HAD A PAIR FOR A YEAR AND 3 MONTHS WORN 5-7 DAYS A WEEK AND HAVENT HAD A PROBLEM YET. TRUDGING THRU MUD,MORTER,AND SNOW.
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Jeremy,
You wouldn't be related to ROGER CUTRUFELLO, would you ?
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Hit that caps lock key, man.
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*I've loved every one of my redwings, and don't mind the lugs on the roofs after they break in a bit. The most striking difference about redwings is this: they are still comfortable in the last quarter of their life, while lessor brands become uncomfortable in their first half.I've already tried the cat and wolverine (same company), and last winter opted for some Lacrosse. I loved the Lacrosse but they are too hot for summer, but real nice in wet stuff. I'm always tempted to try a different type and might just try some of the suggestions.blue
*...we get plenty of water on our decks here in the Great Northwet, but I can't say when the last time was I had to wade through fish guts and slime...maybe we have it pretty good here after all...and I would definately be followin' that buddy to the sanican...hell, I'd be down there with lonecat's pig...
*ROFLMFAOExcelent, chicken legged dood !!Tying three posts together in one joke makes you a master comedian. : )
*Fred, Those are nice comfortable boots but that #-*" stuff they line them with is like Velcro and grabs your socks and pulls them down as you walk. Any ideas about that??
*I have a pair of Chippewa boots that I can wear most of the year depending on what I'm doing. I bought them about two years ago and they've held up great through a lot of work. My only problem is that they can be somewhat hot during the summer so I switch to a pair of Timberland Eurohikers. They're a lot lighter and they also don't have insulation - the Chippewas have thinsulate. They keep me cool and they're nice and light so I'm not as tired at the end of the day.
*Rich Have to confer with You on Joe's quote. Have a 19 year old who is doing his part. Was a little confused by the Carolina reference. Wasn't sure if Joe was still talking about shoes. Thought it might have been some reference to the way we do things down here. ie. a "Carolina screwdriver " comes in straight or curved claws and 16 to 22 oz. The slots are for backing them out. Skip
*Luka, Were those the soles that melted when they came in contact with motor oil and other more or less common chemicals? I had some that got real loose on tile floors and then would get so sticky you'd leave a footprint the size of "Big Foot" from all the debris they'd pick up.
*LOLYup. I think so. They were all that, and they were the absolute best shoe I ever found for standing on concrete all day. Like standing on pillows all day. And they gripped the shingles on the roof better than any of the other shoes I tried.
*One of my local suppliers switched from Carolinas to Rockys. Anyone had any experiance with these? My Carolinas have about 6 months left on them, and the Rockys look pretty good, but at those prices I would like to hear another opinion besides the salesman's.John
*dexter: model 901-4, 8 inch top, speed lace, soft black SMOOTH sole ( less mud in the customers house and the wife's rugs)..about $79 / pairBTW.. how many pair do you own and do you rotate yur boots ?
*Dunno about him, but I rotate them every time I wants to go the other way.
*damn, luka, yur so dense...that's not wat i ment at all....
*Uuum, do you mean rotate 'em from one foot to the other like the tires on my truck ?Last time I did that I think I was 3.Boy, talk about dense. Why you do that ?...
*don't make me cum over there luka....
*I've been wearing Carolina's, but they aren't as comfortable as they used to be after they changed them a few years ago. I need a smooth soled boot, I get enough complaints about dust without adding dirt to the list. I've also found that they have to be full grain of top grain leather(same thing) if you want them to last more than a year. Carolina and Redwing are the only decent ones I know of are there others?Steve
*I can't believe I forgot about this story about workboots.Many years ago, my borther in law brought me over an old/new pair of workshoes that he had lying around in his closet. He told me that he hadn't worn them more than a dozen times and that they were just taking up room in his closet.So...anyways, they sat in my closet until one day I decided that I'd start wearing them. About an hour before coffee time, I noticed that the soles were feeling especially grippy. Since I was on a roof shingling, I was thankful for the extra grippage. Well, the grippiness continued until I felt like I was steppind in glue. I looked down and could see black footprints all over the white shingles. The soles were literally wearing off with each step!By coffee time, the entire sole of the "new" workshoes were completely gone! I had to spend the rest of the day slipping and sliding on the bare plastic subsole. And I spent a considerable amount of time sweeping the black stuff off the white shingles.That's the last time I accepted a pair of my bros-in-law's shoes!blue
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i hav had decent luck with my redwing boots with vibram soles. looking for something thats not so hard on my feet and stick even better on the roof.
master of one and jack of none
p.s. in the ohio area