mcburg93
Posts: 3,167
Feb 18, 2015 8:42pm
I have had a pair of red wings for awhile. Looking to buy a new pair. Only thing I do not like about them are they are heavy over time. Any suggestions on a good pair? I have in the past tried rockies and wolverines. Both were alright but did not last as long as the red wings. Thanks in advance for all suggestions.
Enforcer
Posts: 2,140
Feb 18, 2015 8:47pm
Georgia makes a good boot
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adog
Posts: 567
Feb 18, 2015 10:03pm
Lehigh
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cat_lover
Posts: 2,388
Feb 18, 2015 10:29pm
Red Wings work best for me. I tried a pair of Wolverines but the inside lining wore out in just a few months and I have never had that happen with Red Wings.
bases_loaded
Posts: 6,912
Feb 19, 2015 9:39am
Red Wing Irish Setter have been the best pair I've ever owned after buying Timberline Pros before
Uz2Bon36
Posts: 1,135
Feb 19, 2015 10:06am
It's not that the boots become heavy over time as your feet/legs become tired. Do you have any pronation issues?mcburg93;1706436 wrote:I have had a pair of red wings for awhile. Looking to buy a new pair. Only thing I do not like about them are they are heavy over time. Any suggestions on a good pair? I have in the past tried rockies and wolverines. Both were alright but did not last as long as the red wings. Thanks in advance for all suggestions.
Old Rider
Posts: 2,470
Feb 19, 2015 10:51am
Rockys have always been my choice
redrocket
Posts: 126
Feb 19, 2015 11:08am
Rockys were the best around when they were made in Nelsonville, not anymore.
mcburg93
Posts: 3,167
Feb 19, 2015 11:19am
Never really looked into it. I do tend to walk on the outter edge of my feet more then I should but do it subconsciously most of the time. When I notice i am doing it I will correct it. When I am working I just dont pay attention due to being busy. So you are probably right that is the reason they feel heavy over time.Uz2Bon36;1706558 wrote:It's not that the boots become heavy over time as your feet/legs become tired. Do you have any pronation issues?
I am looking at a few of the boots suggested. I will probably go back to red wings but would like to look at other options.
TedSheckler
Posts: 3,974
Feb 19, 2015 11:28am
I've owned Red Wings, Wolverines, Georgia, and others. Rocky Boots have been the best and still are my go-to. Best comfort and reliability.
mcburg93
Posts: 3,167
Feb 19, 2015 11:35am
I do have a pair of rockies for hunting and have had them for 10 years but that is all I use them for. They are comfy and still water proof. I bought a pair of work boots and they only lasted five months and were not very comfortable.TedSheckler;1706596 wrote:I've owned Red Wings, Wolverines, Georgia, and others. Rocky Boots have been the best and still are my go-to. Best comfort and reliability.
Bio-Hazzzzard
Posts: 1,027
Feb 19, 2015 10:36pm
I've been in the concrete industry for 22+ years specializing in slabs, tie beams, and elevated concrete decks. I have worn many boots in my time including Rockies, Red Wing, Georgia, Wolverine, etc. Over the years two brands, both USA made, have been the best for me as far as longevity and comfort. Those would be Thorogood and Justin Boots.
http://www.amazon.com/Thorogood-American-Heritage-Plain-Toe-Boot/dp/B002QQ8XB4
http://www.americanmadeworkboots.com/justin-j-max-437/
http://www.amazon.com/Thorogood-American-Heritage-Plain-Toe-Boot/dp/B002QQ8XB4
http://www.americanmadeworkboots.com/justin-j-max-437/
oberhaus
Posts: 868
Feb 20, 2015 11:53am
I know this will get bashed but I have a pair of Dr Martens that are just fantastic and don't wear out. I had a pair of RedWings that I wore out in no time. Ive had these Docs for 8 years thru driving truck, delivering bottled water and they are still going.
TedSheckler
Posts: 3,974
Feb 20, 2015 12:28pm
Figures. Nothing says lesbian like Subarus and Docs.oberhaus;1706866 wrote:I know this will get bashed but I have a pair of Dr Martens that are just fantastic and don't wear out.
oberhaus
Posts: 868
Feb 20, 2015 12:32pm
Now that's funny.TedSheckler;1706882 wrote:Figures. Nothing says lesbian like Subarus and Docs.
OSH
Posts: 4,145
Feb 20, 2015 12:48pm
I always went with cheap Brahmas from Wal-Mart. It's a work boot, I expect it to get beat to crap and thrown away. I'll spend less on it and just go from there. Never had any issues with them.