Everyday wear boots? What do you wear?

[Travman]

I like wearing boots but most of my boots are special purpose. One pair is used for heavy work and is too heavy to hike around in. I have a pair of Vasque gortex hikers, but I wouldn't wear them with jeans to do most of my day to day activities. Do any of you have a pair of boots that you can wear comfortably for many hours. I need something that breathes well. I can't stand getting sweaty feet. So I'm thinking I need something that is all leather.

[Lannis]

I like wearing boots but most of my boots are special purpose. One pair is used for heavy work and is too heavy to hike around in. I have a pair of Vasque gortex hikers, but I wouldn't wear them with jeans to do most of my day to day activities. Do any of you have a pair of boots that you can wear comfortably for many hours. I need something that breathes well. I can't stand getting sweaty feet. So I'm thinking I need something that is all leather.

These here do all of the things you mention.

http://www.amazon.com/Timberland-PRO-Mcclellan-Inch-Leather/dp/B004F67PO4/ref=sr_1_12/175-3575546-3628350?ie=UTF8&qid=1420219077&sr=8-12&keywords=timberland+zip+boot

Comfortable, easy to get into, good support, breathable.

Matter of fact I bought them at the big shoe store on Loudon Street in Winchester .... !

Lannis

[rocker59]

My #1 choice for footwear is my Justin smooth ostrich Roper boots.  I have a pair in brown and a pair in black.  Round toe and shoe heel makes them very comfortable.  The ostrich hide is very soft and breathable.  Great boots.  The two pair I have now are ten years old and have been great boots!

That's for streetwear/office wear.  They're not tough enough for rough use, though they are scuff resistant.

For rough use, I wear a pair of Hi-Tec (Altitude IV waterproof) hiking boots, or a pair of Justin work boots.

[Mayor_of_BBQ]

Wearing these right now!  not very weather resistant, but warm when it's cold & dry.. As comfortable as a pair of converse Chuck taylors

http://naolo.com/shop/tretorn-highlander-boot-41531p.html

Tretorn Highlander.. doesn't show up on US site.. I think I got mine on ebay.. They are out there if you search

[Perazzimx14]

I have been wearing Redwing boots for a couple of decades. Normally wear 953's for everyday work and play. They are comfortable like an old pair of tennis shoes, polish up well when needed, are good on the bike and don't break the bank at about $125. They last me around 3 years wearing 10 to 12 hours almost daily. l also have a pair of Redwing Brogue Ranges for dressier occasions. They were quite a bit more spendy $300+ but i'll have them for decades.

Cheap boots/shoes are like cheap riding gear. Less cost upfront but replaced much more frequently. In they long run they end up costing you more.

[Jim Rich]

I wear black leather Ariyat Ropers.  They come in widths and are comfortable all day long.  

I wear them to work and use them for my motorsicle riding.  I am on my second pair and don't see any reason to change.

The Chippewas and Aerostich boots are worth looking at as well.

[LowRyter]

every day wear?

rubber flop flops.  even in winter, I wear socks with them.

Otherwise I wear Rockports and totally recommend them.

I have several pairs of motorcycle and cowboy boots.  Moto Guzzi motorcycle boots when I ride.  I haven't worn the cowboy boots in years- they look good to dude up.

[Dilliw]

The brand that works the best for me is ECCO and that's what I wear in a dress shoe.  I also picked up a pair of boots at their outlet store about 10 years ago and they are still going strong.  

[Vagrant]

http://www.muckbootsusa.com/Wellie-Classic-WIDE-Mid-Height-Full-Grain-Leather-Work-Boot-LTH904W-Brown/
very well built, true to size, comfortable and non slip.

[Rumba]

i wear the same shoes as Miley in her wrecking ball video, but I do wear a different underwear style of course.

 ;D

Dr.Martens with air cushion soles, 8 hole, they are pretty comfortable and lightweight too.
unfortunately, they are not made in England any longer.

[JoeW]

I wore Red Wing boots for decades then, they discontinued the model I likes. I tried Doc Martins and they were ok. I found a pair of Bates boots at an Army surplus store. The owner said he carried them for all the cops in the area. Nice vented boots for summer, went through a couple pairs of these. I would just order them online. I bought a pair of insulated waterproof Bates for riding. However, with my 6th decade on the way out, I've been noticing knee and foot pain after a long day in the shop. I went to a local shoe store and bought a pair of Worx boots by Red Wing. The salesman talked me into a pair of Aertrex insoles and my legs and feet have not felt this good in years.

[jetmechmarty]

I'm wearing this Red Wing shoe right now.  I don't remember if I'm on the 3rd or 4th resole.  I've walked every continent except Australia, plus a bunch of islands.  They're as comfortable as bedroom slippers.  I think they're a bargain at $200!

[charlie b]

I wear tactical boots with side zippers.

Cold: insulated pair (Danners).  Hot:  Mesh panel (Bates).  You can find them in just about any price range you want.  I wear them just about every day.  They are my riding boots as well.  I like them cause they 'fit in' at work, I can hike long distances in them, and they are pretty good at protecting my feet when riding.

[Guzzistajohn]

Red wing lace up work boots. Can't beat 'em.

[blackcat]

For winter use only:



Cabela's brand which I purchased about 20?years ago and re-soled once. Warm,mostly waterproof but not for walking long distance.

[drums4money]

I picked up a pair of these at sears last month for $40.  The more they loosen up the more i like them. I can have that urban thug look without having to spring for genuine Tim'malaaands..

[rocker59]

I wear tactical boots with side zippers.

I like them cause they 'fit in' at work, 

What kind of office do you work in that tactical boots "fit in"  ?

[chipdude]

 I too, hate hot feet.
Very picky about shoes , socks  and clothes also.
Might want to try socks that are 80% + cotton. (gold toe makes great ones)
My personal favorite boot is ...........
Wolverine Raider
Extremely comfortable right out of box.
Can wear all day long.
Also non slip!
Come in 6 in , 8 in and an Oxford.
I happen to have all 3.
The oxfords have lasted over 3 years of 5 day/week wear.
All for $115 or so.

[Antietam Classic Cycle]

For rough use, I wear a pair of Hi-Tec (Altitude IV waterproof) hiking boots.

I wear a very worn pair of Altitude IIs in the shop. Just bought a new pair of Altitude IIIs.

Cam gave me a nice pair of Danner tactical boots and I use those when I'm cutting wood and other jobs of that sort.

[Rough Edge racing]

 US made utility boots. I'm wearing a Chippewa brand right now

[fotoguzzi]

Do your wives know you talk like this about footwear?

[Aaron D.]

Currently using Alico heavy hikers, not too heavy, I can wear them all day. My old favorite, the Scarpa M, has gone all spacey looking, the originals were the most comfortable, and waterproof boots I ever owned.

For my work life, Clark's of England unstructured. I'm on my feet all day, but have to look sort of professional-and wingtips make my feet sore.

[oldmxdog61u]

Wilson boots. American made! :+1

[Canada72]

Redwing Beckman boots in Spring, Fall & Winter. 

[donn]

I have been wearing Redwing boots for a couple of decades. Normally wear 953's for everyday work and play.

I think mine are 608, but they're out getting new soles right now, so can't say for sure.

The uppers are great.  They've gone a few years, I think 10 years would be a real reasonable expectation, 20 if you're aren't wearing them every day.

I didn't like the sole that much.  Stuck out too far in back, though this complaint with me is common to practically all boots.  And they're a shell construction, with a foam core.  The shell is very durable (and non marking), but when you wear through, it's practically like a tire blow-out, you're going to need new soles even though you only wore off 1/8 inch.  When I go to the local cobblers, what's available is hard Vibram that marks floors, or cushy Vibram that wears out in a year.

I think after these new soles wear out, it's time for a new pair.  Might look at ropers - I always thought that my narrow, flat, somewhat deformed feet were impossible for cowboy boots, but a pair of Justin bullhide ropers for occasional dress up have worked out a lot better than I expected, and it seems that in general when I look at the options, these are my people - lots of stuff made in North America, no Goretex, etc.  Maybe not for every day, but could be if you wear long pants year around.

[Demar]

I've had a pair of these Zamberlan Civetta's since 1999. They are very comfortable and very sturdy. They are my hiking/backpacking boots and have been to the top of Half Dome many times.

631 CIVETTA GTX RR
http://www.zamberlanusa.com/catalog/index.php?lang=en&pg=prod&idprod=54&idcat=2

Thanks to this thread I just ordered a pair of these.... 730 GEAR GTX I hope they are a little lighter and I'll use these around the house.
http://www.zamberlanusa.com/catalog/index.php?lang=en&pg=prod&idprod=202&idcat=2

Zamberlan are good quality Italian boots.  ;-T

[Doppelgaenger]

Merrell's Moab Line is one of my alltime favorite shoes. Comfortable the minute they come out of the box, they are so good I no longer look for anything else. I just order the size I want online and get them. They're also reasonably cheap, the last a long time (over two years everyday use) and breathe extremely well. A light breeze across your feet will feel extremely refreshing. The vibram sole gives superb grip and hold too, I can scramble up steep rock faces without ever thinking twice about if they'll hold or not.

Vibram soles are so good I won't buy anything else anymore if I can help it.

http://www.amazon.com/Merrell-Ventilator-Hiking-Black-Slate/dp/B00D1HIROA/ref=sr_1_7?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1420256353&sr=1-7&keywords=merrell+moab+boots

[charlie b]

What kind of office do you work in that tactical boots "fit in"  ?

Various.  US Govt labs.  Technical conferences.  Meetings with vendors and customers (mostly engineering related).  About the only place I dress up is when meeting with a general officer or making a presentation to a 'formal' group.

[Crusty]

I also prefer tactical boots. Right now, I'm using Danner Strikers. I've been giving some serious consideration to getting a pair of Corcoran side zip jump boots when these wear out.

[krglorioso]

Any decent roper boots I find at Goodwill/Salvation Army, etc for under $6.  If soles are leather, I bond on hew neoprene lug soles with Shoe Goo.  You don't have to ride a Loop to be a cheapskate.

Ralph