Those look good, but how wide is the toe-box? I got the square toe because the pointier cowboy boots crowd my toes. Are those reasonably wide for a big foot?
Boots and/or footwear
Lets talk boots and other footwear. You can only go as far as your feet will take you in many a true SHTF situation.
As I get older, I am having more and more foot issues from years of punishing my feet in the military when I was young and invincible. I wish I had paid the extra for the best shoes and boots when I was younger and I probably wouldn't have the issues I have now, not to mention my knees would be in better shape as well.
Around 2006 or so I began searching for the best boot to wear while in uniform and though not "authorized", I ended up wearing the full-size Converse Desert boot with the side zipper as it was the most comfortable boot I had ever worn. Now that I am older and have even more issues, I have to add my inserts from the VA to them, but they are still almost on a par with my Nike running shoes that I also have to add an insert to make them comfortable. They will wear out over time, as I have gone through several pairs (8 inch and 6 inch versions), and they can not be resoled as far as I can tell, but like a pair of high top basketball shoes, they are lightweight, comfortable and give good ankle support. They are definitely not for colder climates.
I wear the 6"version now, and the last pair I bought were made by Reebok as Converse has discontinued them. The boot is pictured here: http://www.lapolicegear.com/coc86mecotoe.html
If you are looking for a comfortable boot and can find any of the Converse ones in stock in your size, these are comfortable. If you can't find any, the Reeboks look to be basically the exact same boot.
How about the rest of you - What boot or shoes do you recommend for a combination of comfort/wearability and durability?
As I get older, I am having more and more foot issues from years of punishing my feet in the military when I was young and invincible. I wish I had paid the extra for the best shoes and boots when I was younger and I probably wouldn't have the issues I have now, not to mention my knees would be in better shape as well.
Around 2006 or so I began searching for the best boot to wear while in uniform and though not "authorized", I ended up wearing the full-size Converse Desert boot with the side zipper as it was the most comfortable boot I had ever worn. Now that I am older and have even more issues, I have to add my inserts from the VA to them, but they are still almost on a par with my Nike running shoes that I also have to add an insert to make them comfortable. They will wear out over time, as I have gone through several pairs (8 inch and 6 inch versions), and they can not be resoled as far as I can tell, but like a pair of high top basketball shoes, they are lightweight, comfortable and give good ankle support. They are definitely not for colder climates.
I wear the 6"version now, and the last pair I bought were made by Reebok as Converse has discontinued them. The boot is pictured here: http://www.lapolicegear.com/coc86mecotoe.html
If you are looking for a comfortable boot and can find any of the Converse ones in stock in your size, these are comfortable. If you can't find any, the Reeboks look to be basically the exact same boot.
How about the rest of you - What boot or shoes do you recommend for a combination of comfort/wearability and durability?
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Those look good, but how wide is the toe-box? I got the square toe because the pointier cowboy boots crowd my toes. Are those reasonably wide for a big foot?
I don't know if you need an EE or not, but as far as the toe, it's just rounded not cowboy pointy.
Thanks - It would probably work then. If I am not happy with the ones I got, I will try those you recommended.I don't know if you need an EE or not, but as far as the toe, it's just rounded not cowboy pointy.
Wore out my Herman Survivors as mountain hunting boots, lasted about 17 years, took care of them also.The best boots I have ever owned were the older Herman Survivors ...
And that (above in bold) is the key right there to making quality footwear last.Wore out my Herman Survivors as mountain hunting boots, lasted about 17 years, took care of them also.
I have given Nocona cowboy boots in a size 12 that I outgrew, to my younger son that were 31 years old. (1983-2014) The leather was cracked and rough looking in places, and they had been resoled several times, but I kept neatsfoot oil and shoe polish on them over the years and they are still serviceable. I also gave a pair of size 12 Tony Lamas to my nephew that were 28 years old (1986-2014) that had also been resoled at least once, but they looked as good as the day I got them because I took very good care of them and had not worn them as much as the Noconas, which were my "boots" for many years
Boots
It may not seam like it would be a good choice but I rock the corcoran desert tan assault boot. No problems yet, its comfortable, breathable, and flexible. Not to mention its ruggedness and durability. The two things this boot is not though would be warm, so thick socks for the colder climates, and particularly water resistant due to the canvas on the boot upper. Even so, these boots have never let me down from Garrison to field.
It may not seam like it would be a good choice but I rock the corcoran desert tan assault boot. No problems yet, its comfortable, breathable, and flexible. Not to mention its ruggedness and durability. The two things this boot is not though would be warm, so thick socks for the colder climates, and particularly water resistant due to the canvas on the boot upper. Even so, these boots have never let me down from Garrison to field.
Where I live foot rot is an issue. So hot & humid if moisture is trapped in the feet they will get very tender. Also the problem of our wet season. So from experience have several pair of leather shoes & don't wear socks that hold in moisture. Shoes get wet I just swap them out. After the wet ones dry out I treat them with mink oil.
Did a little research on my Rocky SV2's. I have the 101 model which don't appear to be winter version. Been wearing them for the last several days with the cooler weather we are having. Feet have been toasty warm and they are probably the most comfortable boot I've owned since the Herman Survivors.
So I guess I'll just wear these in the winter and look for a cooler summer boot.
So I guess I'll just wear these in the winter and look for a cooler summer boot.
well just sent for a new pair of moccasins.
sent tracing of foot so will be a good fit.
they have 2 soles so can be resoled later.
but i have been reading and some places sell
a kit. in the kit is 1 qt powdered tire rubber and
1 qt of special glue. you mix powder and glue 50/50
and spread onto sole. makes a long lasting sole.
then as it wears you mix more and repair worn spots.
i have read using that mix on bottoms no need for resole ever.
here is link to moc's i sent for.
http://www.arrowmoc.com/4.html
Lruss
sent tracing of foot so will be a good fit.
they have 2 soles so can be resoled later.
but i have been reading and some places sell
a kit. in the kit is 1 qt powdered tire rubber and
1 qt of special glue. you mix powder and glue 50/50
and spread onto sole. makes a long lasting sole.
then as it wears you mix more and repair worn spots.
i have read using that mix on bottoms no need for resole ever.
here is link to moc's i sent for.
http://www.arrowmoc.com/4.html
Lruss
well just sent for a new pair of moccasins.
sent tracing of foot so will be a good fit.
they have 2 soles so can be resoled later.
but i have been reading and some places sell
a kit. in the kit is 1 qt powdered tire rubber and
1 qt of special glue. you mix powder and glue 50/50
and spread onto sole. makes a long lasting sole.
then as it wears you mix more and repair worn spots.
i have read using that mix on bottoms no need for resole ever.
here is link to moc's i sent for.
http://www.arrowmoc.com/4.html
Lruss
Arrow makes high quality moccasins. Excellent summer shoe. If you hunt, consider trying to use some deer hide and craft your own! It's pretty cool what you may end up with. Excellent SHTF skill to have.
The Ariats I ordered came in today and were quite possibly the most comfortable cowboy boots I have ever worn. I tried them with both the included insert and mine from the VA, and they were more comfortable "as is" with the included Ariat insert.
They were however cut large and too loose on my foot in the heel area, so I am sending them back for a size 13D tomorrow. Amazon is paying for my shipping them back under their return policy - very nice.
Since I was sending them back I decided to swap boots and went with the non-steel toed, round toed, waterproof Workhogs that Illymost and Dire88 recommended, albeit a little fancier so I can wear them to church if I want to do so.
Here are the ones I ordered tonight. [ame]http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002Q8I1JG/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=5WAWENXXLERV&coliid=I19Z5GWSGWYQS8&psc=1[/ame]
I will get more use out of waterproof boots that the ones I ordered anyway, given our climate here in the South, plus with my left foot being messed up, a smaller steel toe may rub. These were $30 more than the other boots, but hopefully they will be worth it. I generally keep boots a very long time and have high hopes for these.
They were however cut large and too loose on my foot in the heel area, so I am sending them back for a size 13D tomorrow. Amazon is paying for my shipping them back under their return policy - very nice.
Since I was sending them back I decided to swap boots and went with the non-steel toed, round toed, waterproof Workhogs that Illymost and Dire88 recommended, albeit a little fancier so I can wear them to church if I want to do so.
Here are the ones I ordered tonight. [ame]http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002Q8I1JG/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=5WAWENXXLERV&coliid=I19Z5GWSGWYQS8&psc=1[/ame]
I will get more use out of waterproof boots that the ones I ordered anyway, given our climate here in the South, plus with my left foot being messed up, a smaller steel toe may rub. These were $30 more than the other boots, but hopefully they will be worth it. I generally keep boots a very long time and have high hopes for these.
Very cool.well just sent for a new pair of moccasins.
sent tracing of foot so will be a good fit.
they have 2 soles so can be resoled later.
but i have been reading and some places sell
a kit. in the kit is 1 qt powdered tire rubber and
1 qt of special glue. you mix powder and glue 50/50
and spread onto sole. makes a long lasting sole.
then as it wears you mix more and repair worn spots.
i have read using that mix on bottoms no need for resole ever.
here is link to moc's i sent for.
http://www.arrowmoc.com/4.html
Lruss
i have a old set in elk skin same style. after 15 years of wearArrow makes high quality moccasins. Excellent summer shoe. If you hunt, consider trying to use some deer hide and craft your own! It's pretty cool what you may end up with. Excellent SHTF skill to have.
they are wore out. was not arrow brand i had before. was
a pair i had made from a man at a gun show. i might be able
to have them resoled. i would have to look to see if too worn thru
the first sole and if no cracking. if so was going to email arrow
and ask to have old ones resoled is only $60 for them to do it.
after i get new ones will dig out old ones to look over.
that glue and tire powder might just work on them also.
with a pair i can walk most anywhere silently. great for the woods.
Lruss
I got in the second pair, (which were actually the recommended Ariat boots) and after breaking them in and replacing the inserts with mine (though the Ariat inserts are very comfortable for someone without foot issues), I can say that they are excellent boots. I may get a second pair of the wide toe ones in a few months.
I think in a SHTF situation, these boot will hold up quite well for a very long period of time.
I think in a SHTF situation, these boot will hold up quite well for a very long period of time.
Chippewa leather boots. American flags on the laces. Gotta love it.
I try to stick with Bellevilles and Danners
Nicks Custom Boots
Spokane Washington
Spokane Washington
I have three sets of boots; two of which the OP describes (Converse, desert tan, side zip and Reebock, foliage green, side zips) as well as a set of Altimas. My general impression mirrors that of the OP...same with the Altima Boots. I don't get to use them so much anymore and will likely never get to the point where I could speak to their durability. But "comfy" they are, for sure!
I've been working in Danners Recons for 14 years. I keep resoleing one pair but the last resoleing at a local cobbler hasn't fared me well. May send them back to Danner to be recrafted. Just found a deal on Amazon prime for a pair for $228. I was sitting on some gift cards and pulled the trigger on the purchase. I've done the Oakley boots, Nike boots and Rockys that never seem to work out for me at work. I always come back to Danners and figure I'll finish my career in them.
I am however looking for a good all around hiking, working around the house boot.
I am however looking for a good all around hiking, working around the house boot.
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