DeNReN 0 #1 March 8, 2006 Does anyone else hate breaking in new work boots? I go through at least 2 pair a year and I find the break in period horrible...I am not talking cheap boots either!!....I spend 13 hour shifts on concrete running around like a mad man in them so I do not scrimp on quality...my last pair was over $200 CAD and took over 2 months to break in Its almost like the steel shank has to form to your foot before they become comphy.... So low and behold ....I see boots on sale with a composite toe and shank...has anyone tried these new non-steel work boots?....Do you like them? etc?...they seem nice and light as I do the initial break in but only time will tell if they are worth the $$ comments? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkycndo 0 #2 March 8, 2006 I had to wear steel toes for years. The best I found were Wolverine Durashocks. Normally around $150 US, but could be found for $110 on sale a Sears. They were comfy from the first day I put them on. No need to break them in. I haven't tried the composite toe boots.50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiver30960 0 #3 March 8, 2006 I've been asking the same question about the leather fire boots I've been issued with my fire department and rescue squad (separate organizations, two pairs of identical boots). Everyone is saying I'm stuck just breaking them in the old fashioned way: by wearing them. The first time in them was a five hour structure fire about two weeks ago. I was crippled for DAYS afterword from the blisters on the backs of my heels... I'm just now getting back to normal. I'm just going to try to wear them a little bit at a time whem I'm hanging around the station waiting on a call. Elvisio "hurts to look good in new gear" Rodriguez Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeNReN 0 #4 March 8, 2006 WOW...boots being comphy from the get go...I am jealous...the name is etched into memory now though and will check them out Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrHixxx 0 #5 March 8, 2006 I use low rise Red Wings Linesman boots for cable. They are a bitch to break in, but now they are a part of my feet and they can be resoled. Most the cable guys get 3-5 years out of Redwings with a couple resolings and 1 year out of Carolinas - then trash them... -Hixxxdeath,as men call him, ends what they call men -but beauty is more now than dying’s when Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeNReN 0 #6 March 8, 2006 Ouch....IMHO if your getting blisters it usually means that the boots dont fit you well...allowing too much movement....can you get another pair to try? Personally even though I have small feet(no comments girls) I have bought them bigger in the past than I should have to get the proper width ...even tripple E's are tight width wise and I usually end up blowing out the stitching on the side of the boot just after they become comphy ...have you gone to a larger size then necessary to make up for lack of width fit? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob.dino 1 #7 March 8, 2006 QuoteI was crippled for DAYS afterword from the blisters on the backs of my heels... I'm just now getting back to normal. One trick I found useful - though I never wore boots professionally - was to put a 1sq inch piece of fabric plaster (eg Elastoplast) on my heel when breaking in new boots. Stopped blisters appearing and the skin getting worn off, and made life so much more tolerable. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeNReN 0 #8 March 8, 2006 3 to 5 years ..another WOW I,ve thought of Red Wings but havent seen them here in Nova Scotia. Being a mechanic the leather and stiching would never last more than a year...to many chemicals(oil/trans/brake/floor cleaner/etc) get onto em to expect too much out of them.... I just want a pair that wont have me in agony for a month or two while breaking them in Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #9 March 9, 2006 You boys are SO cute talking about shoes! This thread made me smile because I am a shoe hound. I love all of you for this! She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkycndo 0 #10 March 9, 2006 QuoteYou boys are SO cute talking about shoes! This thread made me smile because I am a shoe hound. I love all of you for this! You should see my collection of 6" stilettos.50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #11 March 9, 2006 QuoteYou should see my collection of 6" stilettos. Ok...that was just a little more information than I needed to know. She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeNReN 0 #12 March 9, 2006 Shoes?.....were talking man talk about BOOTS here ...althought if you would like to tell us about your boots.............I can actually picture them.....knee high...black....spiked heels...topped off with something frilly above the boots...DROOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #13 March 9, 2006 Quotetopped off with something frilly above the boots...DROOL Nah, the crotchless pantyhose with a slim, leather mini-skirt works much better. She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkycndo 0 #14 March 9, 2006 QuoteQuotetopped off with something frilly above the boots...DROOL Nah, the crotchless pantyhose with a slim, leather mini-skirt works much better. *Picks up jaw off floor after thinking of visual.* Looking forward to meeting you at Dublin.50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeNReN 0 #15 March 9, 2006 Stop that!...you have caused me to bruise my chin...and my tongue in now full of wood and drywall dust from hitting the floor(doing reno's).... Well either stop it or keep it going...inquiring minds want to know Edited to add: all of a sudden my aching feet and boot problems seem to have dissapeared....on with the crotchless pantyhose talk!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mayberry 0 #16 March 9, 2006 I wore out 1 pair of these while "turning wrenches" and am now on my second pair because they were comfy right out of the box. DonDon Here's to friends! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akarunway 1 #17 March 9, 2006 I've gone from RedWings to Georga Boots. All depends. Take your time trying them all on. Regardless breaking in boots sucks. My last Red Wings I poured a quart of liquid mink oil in in em, let em set for a month. Perfect except for brown socks til I retired em. And trust me. We were wearing pedometers on the last job and the bosses were clocking 10 plus miles a dayI hold it true, whate'er befall; I feel it, when I sorrow most; 'Tis better to have loved and lost Than never to have loved at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BRYANGOESBOOM 0 #18 March 9, 2006 Im on my 3rd pair of Wolverine Durashocks Great boots i will never buy another pair of red wings again Not only will you look better, feel better, and fuck better; you'll have significantly increased your life expectancy. --Douva Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeNReN 0 #19 March 9, 2006 Poured mink oil into them....yikes! Man people run away now when I take off my boots.....I cant even imagine the stench there would be if it combined with liquid essence of mink Scary very scary On the pedometer note...I must try that one day...would be quite interesting. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeNReN 0 #20 March 9, 2006 Another Red Wing vote....boots lasting 2 to 3 years turning wrenches???....damn man you must work in some unionized shop Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeNReN 0 #21 March 9, 2006 And another vote for the Durashocks...I will be checking into these. Pretty soon this may turn into a RSL type of thread .......or a great taste/less filling type of one Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ROK 0 #22 March 9, 2006 I've had red wings, and a variety of other boots. The wolverines were great boots, until I found Rockys. I paid $140.00 for a pair at a western store and walked over five miles the first day without getting one blister. I'll never buy anything else if I can help it. In the service, we use to wear our new boots in the shower, or swim with them on. It's hell on your feet for a couple of days, and they fit perfectly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeNReN 0 #23 March 9, 2006 QuoteI've had red wings, and a variety of other boots. The wolverines were great boots, until I found Rockys. I paid $140.00 for a pair at a western store and walked over five miles the first day without getting one blister. I'll never buy anything else if I can help it. Another brand...were they "work boots" steel toe and shank..or a equivlent structure such as a composite? Common people I am not talking pretty shoes(sorry ladies) or non plated boots(sorry ladies)...I am talking real WORK boots...steel toe and shank or the latest and greatest thing in replacing the steel with other suitable components.... Comments? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeForsythe 0 #24 March 9, 2006 QuoteNah, the crotchless pantyhose with a slim, leather mini-skirt works much better. You just had to get them going didn't you?Time and pressure will always show you who a person really is! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
5432154321 0 #25 March 9, 2006 QuoteI had to wear steel toes for years. The best I found were Wolverine Durashocks.Quote I second that. They are the most comfy right out of the box. --- xenaswampjumper SPANKS THIS ASS!!! I WISH karenmeal spanked this ass too..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0 Go To Topic Listing
