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will068
06-03-2013, 01:28 AM
I have a question about Jordan's, what's the process of getting a pair? They seem to be super exclusive and always have some sort of release date to them. I'm interested in getting the Jordan 3 88 in white cement. Can someone school me on this? thanks
High demand + Low Supply = instant sold out on the day of release.
Since these shoes have already been released, they have also sold out instantly. Check the local craigslist or ebay. If you have $$ to spend, you should be able to get a pair.
kevin7352
06-16-2013, 05:29 PM
deciding between:
http://5.kicksonfire.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/nike-air-max-90-engineered-mesh-sunset-2.jpg
http://images.sneakernews.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/nike-air-max-90-strata-grey-cyber-yellow-4.jpg
6793026
06-17-2013, 08:10 AM
go with the red, might as well go all out and be pimp about it if you're a bold person.
zetazeta
06-17-2013, 10:24 AM
go with the red, might as well go all out and be pimp about it if you're a bold person.
Agreed. I like the red better as well. It's also more fitting for the summer season (bold)!
ZoravarAntranik
06-18-2013, 07:31 PM
Agreed. I like the red better as well. It's also more fitting for the summer season (bold)!
Red is good but orange always catches my eye especially in the gym.
kevin7352
06-20-2013, 12:03 AM
just grabbed these
http://undergroundsoles.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Nike-Air-Max-90-Volt-02.jpg
http://4.kicksonfire.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/nike-air-force-1-low-white-team-red-2.jpg
^ thinking about putting red laces onto them
zetazeta
06-20-2013, 07:53 AM
^Keep it white. Looks cleaner.
will068
06-20-2013, 11:33 AM
FWIW, ssense.ca has a lot of their shoes for 50% off right now.
Special K
06-27-2013, 07:57 PM
http://i42.tinypic.com/2qwn2ud.jpg
Just cleaning my room lol
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XplicitLuder
06-27-2013, 10:45 PM
deciding between:
always wanted that red one but its hard to find a size 15 for those lol :okay:
hoping to cop these up
http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Nike-Air-Max-Classic-Leather-SI-white-black-new-in-box-mens-sz-15-/00/s/MTYwMFgxMjAw/z/7mgAAOxyJ-FRmQPg/$T2eC16N,!)!E9s2f!qI8BRmQPfbCf!~~60_57.JPG
ForbiddenX
07-03-2013, 11:45 PM
Anyone have a pair of Common Projects?
How do they fit and should you size? Looking at getting a pair of the low achilles
Phuck Yu
07-08-2013, 09:51 PM
any1 know which retailer carry the nike free inneva?
BossFrancis
07-12-2013, 11:29 PM
Wanting to get a pair of these, what should look good with them?http://www.impactshoes.com/sites/default/files/styles/product_large/public/Fred-Perry-Foxx-Seersucker-blanc01.jpg
SkippyLang
07-13-2013, 01:44 AM
Wanting to get a pair of these, what should look good with them?http://www.impactshoes.com/sites/default/files/styles/product_large/public/Fred-Perry-Foxx-Seersucker-blanc01.jpg
I have a very similar pair. Looks great with khakis.
kazuki
07-20-2013, 03:05 AM
http://thegentlemansdaily.com/wp-content/themes/Yen/timthumb.php?src=http://thegentlemansdaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/thom-browne-brogue-shoe-0.jpg&w=580&zc=1
Wanted these for a while now. Finally picked it up.
zetazeta
07-21-2013, 09:16 PM
Damn, natives in the summer are so comfy! Bought this pair 2 years ago (iirc) and been wearing it almost daily!
https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcR6mzt4ruQn5nxpNrQCXHnhDQ38CfnXq njA9exZiFuB8rnWl9ub
Energy
07-21-2013, 09:35 PM
Anyone have a pair of Common Projects?
How do they fit and should you size? Looking at getting a pair of the low achilles
Size down. You'll love the Achilles, I wear mine all the time they're so beat up now.
kevin7352
07-21-2013, 10:02 PM
Roshe Runs are starting to grow on me. What colors do you guys have? I like the team reds but i already got AF1s in team reds. and i tried on my size...got a bit of room in the toe, do you guys usually size down half a size?
Also really want a pair of kobe 8s in purple fade but way too pricey :s
Calbeee
07-22-2013, 11:09 PM
Size down. You'll love the Achilles, I wear mine all the time they're so beat up now.
best investment of my life. i wear my winter premiums every single day
zetazeta
07-23-2013, 01:34 PM
Anyone have a pair of Common Projects?
How do they fit and should you size? Looking at getting a pair of the low achilles
They fit big, size down as Energy said. Best pair of sneakers I have (still haven't full broken them in yet though :P)
Calbeee
07-23-2013, 09:48 PM
https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcS9DuoEoP6CwAPxplfLNlCoIvN8y5iF_ Lq3HiQ4FXKDHfR09OI0
Got a pair of these for sale in a size 40 if anyone is interested. only wore it like 2-3 times
zetazeta
07-24-2013, 08:03 AM
41 i'd cop brah.
Calbeee
07-24-2013, 03:09 PM
41 i'd cop brah.
they fit bigger than the 40 achilles
Expresso
07-25-2013, 06:15 AM
Is it possible the w+h shoes are made by the same company as CP? Ambassador seems to be made by CP too.
trollguy
07-25-2013, 07:35 AM
http://thegentlemansdaily.com/wp-content/themes/Yen/timthumb.php?src=http://thegentlemansdaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/thom-browne-brogue-shoe-0.jpg&w=580&zc=1
Wanted these for a while now. Finally picked it up.
mmmm.. scotch grain leather. my next pair of boots will have that leather..
and did you cross shop with any other longwings?
zetazeta
07-25-2013, 08:06 AM
Is it possible the w+h shoes are made by the same company as CP? Ambassador seems to be made by CP too.
W+H are made by the same factory as CP's. You'll notice the sole is exactly the same. I've also confirmed this with the folks over at Roden. Blanc and Noir was also made there before they discontinued.
they fit bigger than the 40 achilles
42 achilles over here :(
kazuki
07-25-2013, 06:57 PM
mmmm.. scotch grain leather. my next pair of boots will have that leather..
and did you cross shop with any other longwings?
I was also looking into a couple of Mark McNairy longwings. I think they are made by the same manufacturer.
!Nhan
07-29-2013, 12:09 AM
anyone know where i can find these either locally or online within north america? only been able to find them in europe. they're onitsuka tiger ult racers
http://www.footasylum.com/images/products/large/047539.jpg
Mr.HappySilp
07-30-2013, 09:21 AM
You must be in highschool or a nammer to still buy shox. Worst shoes you can by, ever (price, usefulness...etc).
Hey I still wear my shox to work... although I got at the discount rack in the states for $50 a few years ago. It still fits pretty good but nike free feel so much better, the only drawbacks is that rocks get stuck on them from time to time.
Looking to buy a new pair of runners mainly for jogging and badmintion. Don't really feel like spending $100 + just for a pair of badmintion so I want to get something comfy and the buttom have to be white (badmintion courts only allow badmintion shoes or shoes' buttom that's white).
Hondaracer
07-30-2013, 12:32 PM
Sooo tempted for some Dayton boots, my redwings are still mint as fuck though :(
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y136/sniperslayer/F812A748-DEAB-4A33-8B29-94F55C8CA9A7-10718-0000047C55662FB6_zps2ee1ab3f.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y136/sniperslayer/6FD23A86-6269-484B-A1A0-F3822FC50A3B-10718-0000047C706901AE_zps23e04368.jpg
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MindBomber
07-30-2013, 12:39 PM
Hondaracer, I'd give into the temptation. They'll last a decade.
I bought two pairs of Daytons, casual boots and work boots, and they've effectively replaced my Red Wings pairs. My Red Wings are great, no doubt. But, I love the Daytons. That they're an old-school Vancouver brand only adds to the appeal.
zetazeta
07-30-2013, 01:10 PM
W+H x Dayton service boots are my holy grail of boots.... an absolute beauty!
http://www.selectism.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/wings-horn-dayton-brown-boot-05.jpg
http://hypebeast.com/image/2009/06/wings-horns-dayton-service-boot-brown.jpg
kevin7352
07-30-2013, 01:34 PM
Gave in and got team red Roshes. hated that i had to pay $100 for them though >.>
Although they are tough to find, totally not worth that much money quality wise
http://images.sneakernews.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/nike-roshe-run-team-red-1.jpg
Hondaracer
07-30-2013, 05:23 PM
Hondaracer, I'd give into the temptation. They'll last a decade.
I bought two pairs of Daytons, casual boots and work boots, and they've effectively replaced my Red Wings pairs. My Red Wings are great, no doubt. But, I love the Daytons. That they're an old-school Vancouver brand only adds to the appeal.
oh i wouldnt doubt it, honestly my RW 877's are nice but i really havent felt like they are ultra comfortable at all since i got them. I've tried numerous insoles and none seem to work and the best seems to just be no-insole with the hard bottom
when i tried on the dayton service boots it was almost instant like "yeap.. ultra comfort right here" you could feel how the inner leather kind of cups your foot that they would break in insanely nice.. hmm maybe a xmas present to myself later on lol
Delatocious
07-31-2013, 07:35 AM
I bought the W+H x Dayton boots when they came out a couple of years back but at the time it was the most I'd ever spent on a piece of footwear ($700ish after tax) so I sold them. Regretted it ever since.
That said, I'll probably commission Dayton to make me a pair soon. Are there any other boots by other makers that are similar?
zetazeta
07-31-2013, 07:54 AM
I bought the W+H x Dayton boots when they came out a couple of years back but at the time it was the most I'd ever spent on a piece of footwear ($700ish after tax) so I sold them. Regretted it ever since.
That said, I'll probably commission Dayton to make me a pair soon. Are there any other boots by other makers that are similar?
They still have their normal service boot imho it looks different and.. just doesn't quite do it. I couldn't find something that looked similar to the DxW+H so I settled for a pair of wolverine 1k m's. It's good quality but those dayton x w+h still make me drool
Some pics of the black/charcoal colour :
http://www.porhomme.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/roden-gray-wings-horns-dayton-boots-ss-2009.jpg
http://cdn.styleforum.net/f/f4/f43d4959_wings-horns-dayton-boots-ss09s.jpeg
Delatocious
07-31-2013, 08:03 AM
Ignoring the color, they are pretty similar. IIRC, all W+H did was bend them and tie them up in that position so they maintained that upturned look. But I know what you mean - they still aren't the originals.
http://www.daytonboots.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/ServiceCharcoal_angle.png
skiiipi
08-11-2013, 01:47 PM
What kind of casual boots would be good for winter wear?
Need a new pair of boots for cold weather (light snow too).
And want something other than my current Timberlands
Don't mind spending upto 700-800 for a good pair of boots
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fliptuner
08-11-2013, 08:04 PM
http://houseoffraser.scene7.com/is/image/HOF/I_0887350032192_03_20130514?fmt=jpg&layer=0&size=288,384&wid=288&hei=384&layer=1&src=I_0887350032192_03_20130514&size=288,384&qlt=65&wid=288&hei=384&op_usm=1,1,0,0
Comfiest golf shoes, ever!!!
StylinRed
08-11-2013, 08:43 PM
not much of a boot guy but i've always thought hard graft made some good looking boots none in my size though :/ (seems like they only make US 9-11 for all their shoes)
Men's High Boot. Handmade in Italy from über premium vegetable tanned leather. | hard graft (http://www.hardgraft.com/collections/all/products/menshighboot-heritage)
Fcukedd
08-15-2013, 02:41 AM
Fall is approaching quickly, and I'm looking in buying a couple pair of boots for the season.
Can anyone give me a list of brands that sell? Preferably brands that sell for no more than $250.
Thanks!!
H.Specter
08-15-2013, 06:01 AM
boots
alden daytons
redwings
personal favourite, wolverine 1000 mile.
Expresso
08-15-2013, 06:04 AM
boots
alden daytons
redwings
personal favourite, wolverine 1000 mile.
All great, but aren't most of those will be over $250? But to the OP, I would up that budget and just get some quality that will last you awhile.
i actually got my 1k boots for just over that on ebay
tried them on in a store and ordered them.
no duties since they're american, just paid tax.
zetazeta
08-15-2013, 11:48 AM
Got a great deal on the bnib wolv 1km for 250 all inclusive. Amazing pair of boots, would recommend for those looking for a nice pair of quality boots!
Energy
08-15-2013, 11:52 AM
I was thinking of getting the 1000 mile too for fall and winter. How does it fit? Black or brown?
Fcukedd
08-15-2013, 12:09 PM
I mentioned the < $250 part because I forgot to say that it's more for style rather than practicality. Ones that are slim and look great in slim-fitted jeans.
I have already looked into a pair of Red Wings for the quality, so I am currently looking for something relatively inexpensive and good looking. :)
meowjinboo
08-15-2013, 12:13 PM
Wolverine 1000 Mile on sale again 8/2013 : frugalmalefashion (http://www.reddit.com/r/frugalmalefashion/comments/1ke4fx/wolverine_1000_mile_on_sale_again_82013/)
If anyone is looking for a pair of second mill 1000 mile, you can get them for ~200 dollars shipped to Point roberts. An Amazing deal.
Sadly the timing is bad for me :( and I'm such desprate need for boots since im moving to Calgary in 3 weeks.
StylinRed
08-15-2013, 05:59 PM
just got a pair of these...kind of a different look from my usual but i like the look and have heard good things
http://s7d4.scene7.com/is/image/BrooksBrothers/MH00163_BROWN?$bbenlarged$
http://s7d4.scene7.com/is/image/BrooksBrothers/MH00163_BROWN_2?$bbenlarged$
http://s7d4.scene7.com/is/image/BrooksBrothers/MH00163_BROWN_3?$bbenlarged$
kcl38
08-15-2013, 06:16 PM
Wolverine 1000 Mile on sale again 8/2013 : frugalmalefashion (http://www.reddit.com/r/frugalmalefashion/comments/1ke4fx/wolverine_1000_mile_on_sale_again_82013/)
If anyone is looking for a pair of second mill 1000 mile, you can get them for ~200 dollars shipped to Point roberts. An Amazing deal.
Sadly the timing is bad for me :( and I'm such desprate need for boots since im moving to Calgary in 3 weeks.
Great deal! Any word on fit? How would they compare to say...Clarks DB? I've been looking at these because they're fairly plain and waterproofed, for dat Vancouver life.
http://www.chromeindustries.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/thumbnail/650x/040ec09b1e35df139433887a97daa66f/s/t/stormtruk_black_hero_enlarge.jpg
fliptuner
08-15-2013, 06:32 PM
Wingtips never go out of style.
zetazeta
08-15-2013, 06:38 PM
I was thinking of getting the 1000 mile too for fall and winter. How does it fit? Black or brown?
Runs big, I wear 9 in converse and got these in 8 and can still wear a pair of thick wool socks with them.
I chose brown because it is a lot more versatile and I like the look when they become worn and faded (search the styleforum thread on wolverine 1km for pics). I also sealed mine with montana's pitch blend to protect them against water; it also makes the leather a darker rich brown colour.
My only complaint is that it is very slippery when it snows... i should've re-soled them with vibram soles when I first got them, but oh well...
kcl38
08-15-2013, 07:46 PM
Hmmm maybe I should get the ones with a different sole. Thoughts?
http://i.stpost.com/wolverine-emerson-1000-mile-boots-factory-2nds-for-men-in-rust~p~6202r_01~1500.2.jpg
joquio
08-15-2013, 07:49 PM
ddddaaammmmnnnnnnnnnnnn, caved in and ordered the Wolverine Emerson 1000 Mile in Rust colour...................
Came out to $220 shipped to Blaine. Crazy deal.
Runs big, I wear 9 in converse and got these in 8 and can still wear a pair of thick wool socks with them.
I chose brown because it is a lot more versatile and I like the look when they become worn and faded (search the styleforum thread on wolverine 1km for pics). I also sealed mine with montana's pitch blend to protect them against water; it also makes the leather a darker rich brown colour.
My only complaint is that it is very slippery when it snows... i should've re-soled them with vibram soles when I first got them, but oh well...
i put topys on mine. i dont wear them in the snow, just light rain.
joquio
08-15-2013, 10:51 PM
Hope I can pull the off the Wolverine Emerson.
I've tried on boots a few times, like Red Wings, Clarks DB etc but they all look odd on me.
I find that I usually wear narrower shoes and shoes that aren't too round at the toe.
Any pointers how to wear them boots?
zetazeta
08-16-2013, 07:45 AM
i put topys on mine. i dont wear them in the snow, just light rain.
I've heard good stuff about topys, hows it holding up for you?
Hope I can pull the off the Wolverine Emerson.
I've tried on boots a few times, like Red Wings, Clarks DB etc but they all look odd on me.
I find that I usually wear narrower shoes and shoes that aren't too round at the toe.
Any pointers how to wear them boots?
i think you're just not comfortable with your own look in them. i dont really ever see someone wearing boots and think, "god those does not suit him!". unless you're wearing shorts or something.
I've heard good stuff about topys, hows it holding up for you?
they hold up pretty good. i suppose it might depend on which cobbler you go to, but its a basic procedure and all but the worst cobblers will get it done right. i think it cost me around $20.
i've only worn my boots probably 15 times in the last year so i cant really speak for the durability of the soles.
surely they'll last at least 3-4 years before possibly having to be re-done. better than re-soling the actual leather.
joquio
08-16-2013, 08:37 AM
i think you're just not comfortable with your own look in them. i dont really ever see someone wearing boots and think, "god those does not suit him!". unless you're wearing shorts or something.
You're probably right. I'm just not really comfortable/used to the looks of wearing boots.
I wear mostly slim/skinny jeans these days. Do they work with boots? Or should I get some straight leg jeans? You guys prefer to roll them up at the ankle or tug them in?
i roll just about everything to around this:
http://cdn12.lbstatic.nu/files/looks/medium/2013/01/15/2777488_body1.jpg?1358284602
zetazeta
08-16-2013, 10:20 AM
45% off wolverine 1000miles
1000 Mile seconds at 45% off today at STP : frugalmalefashion (http://www.reddit.com/r/frugalmalefashion/comments/1khe6l/1000_mile_seconds_at_45_off_today_at_stp/)
StylinRed
08-16-2013, 12:20 PM
^^^ since you guys have been talking about them quite often i thought id give it a go even though they're factory 2nds, but i cant order them -_- the system keeps telling me they cant ship the shoe outside of the US even when i use a US address to try and order
so i just gave up
Expresso
08-17-2013, 07:59 AM
ddddaaammmmnnnnnnnnnnnn, caved in and ordered the Wolverine Emerson 1000 Mile in Rust colour...................
Came out to $220 shipped to Blaine. Crazy deal.
Where did you cop?
joquio
08-17-2013, 10:36 AM
Where did you cop?
Sierra Trading Post.
Someone posted a page back on a daily deal with extra 35% off coupon.
See below.
Wolverine 1000 Mile on sale again 8/2013 : frugalmalefashion (http://www.reddit.com/r/frugalmalefashion/comments/1ke4fx/wolverine_1000_mile_on_sale_again_82013/)
If anyone is looking for a pair of second mill 1000 mile, you can get them for ~200 dollars shipped to Point roberts. An Amazing deal.
Sadly the timing is bad for me :( and I'm such desprate need for boots since im moving to Calgary in 3 weeks.
joquio
09-05-2013, 10:46 PM
Finally got around to make a trip down to Blaine to pick these up.
Quality is top notch and god, all the leather they used. I know this pair is gonna last me forever.
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m7/joquio/DSC_0448_zpsbabadde3.jpg
chin3se604
09-15-2013, 09:38 PM
Just bought myself a pair of Clarks Beeswax Desert Boots
Since this is my first pair of leather boots, I was wondering how to care for them
Do I need any leather protectors, water proofers, cleaners etc ?
thanks
ForbiddenX
09-15-2013, 11:45 PM
Treat the leather with some mink oil from time to time. Approx every 2-3 weeks if you wear them often enough. It will keep the leather healthy.
hud 91gt
09-16-2013, 07:44 AM
Just bought myself a pair of Clarks Beeswax Desert Boots
Since this is my first pair of leather boots, I was wondering how to care for them
Do I need any leather protectors, water proofers, cleaners etc ?
thanks
Did you pick em up at Costco? I knabbed a pair for $99 bucks. Not too shabby. They also had some Frye James Inline Zip's for $199, but I didn't like the style unfortunately. Killer deal though.
Jackygor
09-16-2013, 08:24 PM
http://silodrome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Red-Wing-Heritage-9022-and-9023.jpg
i need these
Mr.HappySilp
09-16-2013, 09:56 PM
What do fellow RS use to clean and Conditioner their boots?
H.Specter
09-16-2013, 10:52 PM
obenauf LP
Hondaracer
09-17-2013, 02:42 PM
Boot brush and red wing boot oil
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chin3se604
09-17-2013, 08:16 PM
Did you pick em up at Costco? I knabbed a pair for $99 bucks. Not too shabby. They also had some Frye James Inline Zip's for $199, but I didn't like the style unfortunately. Killer deal though.
nope, got them from Clarks in the States .. never knew Costco sold them
nismodrifter
09-15-2018, 11:31 AM
5 year bump.
Its raining outside. I'm wearing Lacoste tennis shoes and am scared of puddles etc. I need something that will keep my feet dry.
Any suggestions for weekend/casual wear for waterproof shoes? Something with a decent grip. Budget maybe $100? These shoes would be worn with jeans typically.
SkinnyPupp
09-15-2018, 04:53 PM
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/88/61/84/8861843c3ee2d637ef94e69b0ccca466.jpg
Nike Komyuter
These have been excellent on rainy Hong Kong days
However waterproof works both ways - it keeps sweat in, so they are really unsuitable for hot Hong Kong days.
So I have to choose carefully which days to wear them LUL
I think they have a cool, unique look too. Very techy with the magnetic snaps and pullstrap lace in the back SeemsGood
They'd be even better for Vancouver IMO, since you get the rain without the heat
joquio
09-15-2018, 09:53 PM
Picked up these from Blaine today.
I think they are a little bit too big.
Not sure if I want to exchange for a smaller size given the trouble I need to go through to ship back from the states and pick up the new pair again.
Also not happy that the shoes box came ripped on three sides.
30264
Hondaracer
09-16-2018, 06:49 PM
Never posted up the initial buy but in January my service boots in nubuck will be 3 years old
https://i.imgur.com/qBEiyeM.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/ElbHYko.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/1ODd9mk.jpg
TOS'd
09-16-2018, 08:57 PM
Suggestions on a pair of boots similar to the above but in like an under $200 range? I had a really comfortable and nice looking waterproof one from Geox that lasted many years. I don't really like the style of the newest one from this year.
joquio
09-16-2018, 09:28 PM
Suggestions on a pair of boots similar to the above but in like an under $200 range? I had a really comfortable and nice looking waterproof one from Geox that lasted many years. I don't really like the style of the newest one from this year.
Came across Thursday Boot company when I was looking for boots before but never looked deeper into reviews. Seems to strike a good balance between price, value, style and build quality. I noticed they even started selling on Amazon.ca (https://www.amazon.ca/Thursday-Boot-Company/b/ref=w_bl_sl_ap_sh_web_15600300011?ie=UTF8&node=15600300011&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=Thursday+Boot+Company) with free return.
This particular model "President" (https://thursdayboots.com/products/mens-president-boot-black-matte?collection=boots) is closest to the boot posted above but is not available on Amazon.ca.
i've got a pair of size 9 wolverine 1000 miles in tan if anyone is interested. worn maybe 20-30 times, i never really wear boots anymore.
my winter shoes are arcteryx waterproof approach shoes. they aren't the most comfortable for long walks but they are definitely waterproof, and they look pretty good imo. if it gets way too wet then i'll put on my llbean waterproof boots.
SkinnyPupp
09-18-2018, 03:11 AM
So are plain leather boots super popular in Vancouver these days, or did this thread just coincidentally become the Official Plain Leather Boots thread? LUL
Expresso
09-18-2018, 08:31 AM
So are plain leather boots super popular in Vancouver these days, or did this thread just coincidentally become the Official Plain Leather Boots thread? LUL
But initial discussions started in 2013 lol.
Leather boots are sort of a staple and are probably something you can wear now or even 10 years down the road. Although I don't know how people in HK rock boots...
Hondaracer
09-18-2018, 09:00 AM
So are plain leather boots super popular in Vancouver these days, or did this thread just coincidentally become the Official Plain Leather Boots thread? LUL
When have boots ever not been in style? :pokerface:
SkinnyPupp
09-18-2018, 04:07 PM
Maybe it happened gradually and you guys are blind to it.. but just compare the last few pages of this thread, where everyone is posting pictures of their plain boots, to the pages before that, when people were talking about sneakers and other shoes (except for hondaracer and h.specter, it looks like they loved plain leather boots for a long time). It's actually pretty funny/interesting...
When have boots ever not been in style? :pokerface:
Umm for day to day walking around the city? How about never? LUL Or maybe not since the 1800's
Hondaracer
09-18-2018, 04:34 PM
Outside of the weight of the boots, these are about as comfortable as they come for daily use. They are no ultra boosts in terms of comfort but they are made to measure with a full leather insole that eventually wears perfectly to your foot. Look great with any pants etc. and practical as they are mostly waterproof with proper care (light mink oil on the seams etc)
They have seen almost daily use during the winter/fall/spring for those 3 years and still look almost new
SkinnyPupp
09-18-2018, 04:57 PM
Hey I'm not being critical, I am just saying it was interesting to see a snapshot of what people are talking about here compared to years back. I was just wondering if boots are seeing a sudden surge of popularity in Vancouver since that is the case. Especially since it's summer now, and people are still talking about boots.
Of course you've always been into them, based on this thread. But most people seem to have switched from sneakers to boots, at least that's what they want to talk about.
For me I want to wear the lightest shoes possible. I can't even wear Vans, they are too heavy. If they fall apart in 2 years that's fine, that's $60-100 every few years for light, comfortable shoes that I can switch styles each time if I want.
That's just me though, to each their own! I was just curious is all
Hondaracer
09-18-2018, 05:56 PM
Boots are pretty popular in Vancouver but imo a lot of the stuff places like Aldo, and even the bay carry are just garbage.
I 100% agree with your statement on the weight though. My grandpa used to have a saying, not sure if it was from army time or what but it was “a pound on your feet is 10 on your back”
Definitely true
the nice thing about boots is that they last. they don't use foam or any materials that easily compress or degrade, so you can have a pair of boots and wear them every single day if you wanted and they'd still be wearable in 5 years, longer if you wear them less often. also the outers don't tear like with sneakers that only last a year before you start to get holes in them. here in vancouver where it rains and it's a little colder, it's nice to have footwear that can get a little wet and still keep your feet relatively dry unless there is an absolute downpour.
originalhypa
09-21-2018, 01:00 PM
Boots are pretty popular in Vancouver but imo a lot of the stuff places like Aldo, and even the bay carry are just garbage.
When I spotted the Dayton tag on your boots, I knew they were something that would last. I have uncles who still wear Daytons that they've had for 35 years.
Boots are definitely something that I've been wearing more often now that the rainy season is here. I'm so tired of wet feet from wearing Nikes in the rain, and a nice, comfy pair of boots is the perfect solution to that.
SkinnyPupp
11-30-2018, 02:36 PM
Got a pair of Huarache "triple black" runners for like $40. No they won't last me 46 years, but I think they look :flamemad:
https://media.karousell.com/media/photos/products/2016/04/16/po_nike_air_huarache_triple_black_1460802211_5e527 158.png
I had a pair of basketball Huaraches back in the day, and omfg I forgot how comfortable these are. Comfy but not too heavy SeemsGood
AstulzerRZD
12-02-2018, 07:34 PM
When I spotted the Dayton tag on your boots, I knew they were something that would last. I have uncles who still wear Daytons that they've had for 35 years.
Speaking of boots, does anyone have experience with longevity on Blundstones?
Also curious how sizing works for Dayton boots
Hondaracer
12-03-2018, 10:04 AM
For daytons you really need to go in and get sized, i believe i'm like a 9 EEE with them. Im usually a triple E in width but their lengths are traditional measurements i believe
AstulzerRZD
12-04-2018, 08:39 AM
For daytons you really need to go in and get sized, i believe i'm like a 9 EEE with them. Im usually a triple E in width but their lengths are traditional measurements i believe
Didn't know there was a showroom until I did a quick search from your info - thanks! I'll have to go check it out when I'm in town.
AstulzerRZD
03-06-2019, 10:11 AM
Anyone here with wide feet?
I tried on a pair of Alden Indy 9.5D which is a half size up from my Bannock size and on their widest last, but the toebox was still too narrow.
May need to visit the SF store to try on their E widths.
Anyone have other suggestions on boots for wide feet?
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