Poop Comfortable work boots

booger · 03-26-2012, 10:00 PM

Looking for thoughts on the most comfortable work boots out there in CP land. Preferably looking for pull on cowboy boot type with no laces. Have always worn Georgia boot before but I don't get the ankle support anymore. Always had the lace ups too but wanted opinions on pull on types. What's your brand? Wolverine, Dr. Martens, Rocky?

Sell me something you Al Bundies.

Brock · 03-26-2012, 10:02 PM

Buy a pair of redwings. Then 10 years from now, buy another pair of redwings.

rocknrolla · 03-26-2012, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Brock

Buy a pair of redwings. Then 10 years from now, buy another pair of redwings.

Can't go wrong with Redwings.
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**Buehler445** · 03-26-2012, 10:03 PM

I've had good luck with Eccos. They aren't pull on and you will hate life when you pay the bill, but they've lasted and have good comfort.

I put a pair of orthotics in them for plantar faciitis, so I lace up $500 everyday, but I'm not buying anything else.

booger · 03-26-2012, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Brock

Buy a pair of redwings. Then 10 years from now, buy another pair of redwings.

Yeah i got to try on a pair

booger · 03-26-2012, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Buehler445

I've had good luck with Eccos. They aren't pull on and you will hate life when you pay the bill, but they've lasted and have good comfort.

I put a pair of orthotics in them for plantar faciitis, so I lace up $500 everyday, but I'm not buying anything else.

I've got a bad ankle i've got to support. For 500 it better come with a hand tuggy too.

booger · 03-26-2012, 10:15 PM

gotta be steel toed too.

**Bugeater** · 03-26-2012, 10:17 PM

I bought a pair of Wolverines early last summer. They weren't terribly comfortable off the shelf but I bought a set of those gel insoles which helped a lot. While they have held up well as far as the construction of them, I'm pretty disappointed in how quickly the soles wore out considering 50% of the walking I do is indoors, and half of my outdoor time is on grass. I wouldn't recommend them.

**Buehler445** · 03-26-2012, 10:18 PM

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I've got a bad ankle i've got to support. For 500 it better come with a hand tuggy too.

Boots are like 250 and the insoles from the chiropractor are like 250. If you're body isn't junk, you don't have to lace up 500.

The lace ups have good ankle support. If it is really bad you should try some sort of ankle wrap.

http://www.roadrunnersports.com/rrs/products/PRO005/

I have this one and like it a lot. It gives you some support without much motion restriction or binding/cutting. If you really torque the ankle it won't stop it like a really restrictive job, but for everyday stuff it is really good and has all-day comfort.

**Bugeater** · 03-26-2012, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Brock

Buy a pair of redwings. Then 10 years from now, buy another pair of redwings.

10 years? Seriously? With daily use?

Extra Point · 03-26-2012, 10:20 PM

Lace up steel toed Red Wings FTW. Bought a pair in '89, and they still look just a few years old. I don't wear them that often, just when I'm visiting a mfg plant, ~twice a week.

booger · 03-26-2012, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Bugeater

I bought a pair of Wolverines early last summer. They weren't terribly comfortable off the shelf but I bought a set of those gel insoles which helped a lot. While they have held up well as far as the construction of them, I'm pretty disappointed in how quickly the soles wore out considering 50% of the walking I do is indoors, and half of my outdoor time is on grass. I wouldn't recommend them.

Thanks for the input. Was thinking Durashocks would be one of my top choices. I hate to think of spending 100 bucks plus on a pair and have them wear out quickly. I'll be on concrete for 50 hrs plus/week. Doc Martens used to be a heck of boot too but like so much else they are getting made in China now.

**Buehler445** · 03-26-2012, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by booger

Thanks for the input. Was thinking Durashocks would be one of my top choices. I hate to think of spending 100 bucks plus on a pair and have them wear out quickly. I'll be on concrete for 50 hrs plus/week. Doc Martens used to be a heck of boot too but like so much else they are getting made in China now.

Are you ****ing kidding me?

I see that isn't reflected in the price.

**Buehler445** · 03-26-2012, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by booger

Thanks for the input. Was thinking Durashocks would be one of my top choices. I hate to think of spending 100 bucks plus on a pair and have them wear out quickly. I'll be on concrete for 50 hrs plus/week. Doc Martens used to be a heck of boot too but like so much else they are getting made in China now.

Seriously though, try a pair of eccos. One time. If they suck, you can neg rep me to oblivion.

**Bugeater** · 03-26-2012, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by booger

Thanks for the input. Was thinking Durashocks would be one of my top choices. I hate to think of spending 100 bucks plus on a pair and have them wear out quickly. I'll be on concrete for 50 hrs plus/week. Doc Martens used to be a heck of boot too but like so much else they are getting made in China now.

IIRC I paid around $80 for them. They weren't top of the line but I've had cheaper boots with better soles on them. It's kind of a shame because other than that they are solid.

I'm in the same boat right now, I need a new pair and I'm not against spending some coin on them but I want to be damn sure what I buy is going to be worth it.

03-26-2012, 10:00 PM
booger Don't Tug on Superman's Cape Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: clear out in the sticks Casino cash: $1538550	Comfortable work boots Looking for thoughts on the most comfortable work boots out there in CP land. Preferably looking for pull on cowboy boot type with no laces. Have always worn Georgia boot before but I don't get the ankle support anymore. Always had the lace ups too but wanted opinions on pull on types. What's your brand? Wolverine, Dr. Martens, Rocky? Sell me something you Al Bundies.
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03-26-2012, 10:02 PM	#2
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03-26-2012, 10:03 PM	#4
Buehler445 Supporter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Scott City KS Casino cash: $2344734	I've had good luck with Eccos. They aren't pull on and you will hate life when you pay the bill, but they've lasted and have good comfort. I put a pair of orthotics in them for plantar faciitis, so I lace up $500 everyday, but I'm not buying anything else.
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03-26-2012, 10:15 PM	#7
booger Don't Tug on Superman's Cape Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: clear out in the sticks Casino cash: $1538550	gotta be steel toed too. __________________ 2 Chronicles 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
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03-26-2012, 10:17 PM	#8
Bugeater The Maintenance Guy Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Renovated Bugeater Estate Casino cash: $6252680	I bought a pair of Wolverines early last summer. They weren't terribly comfortable off the shelf but I bought a set of those gel insoles which helped a lot. While they have held up well as far as the construction of them, I'm pretty disappointed in how quickly the soles wore out considering 50% of the walking I do is indoors, and half of my outdoor time is on grass. I wouldn't recommend them.
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03-26-2012, 10:20 PM	#11
Extra Point MVP Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Prairie Village, KS Casino cash: $10004900	Lace up steel toed Red Wings FTW. Bought a pair in '89, and they still look just a few years old. I don't wear them that often, just when I'm visiting a mfg plant, ~twice a week. __________________ "Sometimes I sits and thinks, and sometimes I just sits." --Satchel Paige
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