Let's talk shoes

[nerwin]

I wore my work shoes out last year and they barely last a year so I'm looking for some suggestions and what you all like. My current ones are steel toe which is probably smart to wear around the tractor although I seen many operate their tractor and the loader in flip flops or crocs

I do a lot of lawn mowing during the summer so they end up getting kinda nasty looking but having good grip on wet grass when trimming man is a life saver.

So for those on here who do property maintenance, what has been your favorite work shoe?

 

[Marky]

I like Lawngrips. They are steel toe and have a steel arch which helps when digging. lightweight, comfy, and marketed to lawn care professionals. They are sold at Stihl dealers now and have a Stihl logo. Mine are older and without the logo…..

 

[Scottly]

I have a bit of a boot addiction, so I can't limit myself to one pair.
I have had good luck with Wolverine Overpass composite toe.
I really like Tractor Supply's Ridgecut Steel toe wellingtons.
Super comfortable and seem to be very durable. I could not believe how cushy they were when I tried them on.

I picked up a pair of Georgia boot Muddogs for cheap although not steel toe. I like them as well.
Boots for all occasions.

 

[nerwin]

I have a bit of a boot addiction, so I can't limit myself to one pair.
I have had good luck with Wolverine Overpass composite toe.
I really like Tractor Supply's Ridgecut Steel toe wellingtons.
Super comfortable and seem to be very durable. I could not believe how cushy they were when I tried them on.

I picked up a pair of Georgia boot Muddogs for cheap although not steel toe. I like them as well.
Boots for all occasions.

I have a shoe addiction myself. I have many shoes but I go through work shoes a lot. Lawn maintenance is brutal on them haha. Now that I got a tractor, I feel like I could be playing in the dirt a lot more so might be wise to get a good pair!

 

[The Evil Twin]

I've been a New Balance fan for a while. Have their composite toe boots and composite toe sneakers.

 

[OntheRidge]

When I was still climbing trees for a living, it was Red Wings or Asolos, nowadays it's Brooks or Hokas.
Red Wings lasted awhile but they are heavy. Hoka's are incredibly comfy.

 

[armylifer]

I wear Army boots. The new boots that they have these days are really comfortable. I wish that they had these boots when I was in the Army.

 

[GrumpyFarmer]

For work boots I stick with Redwings that are resoleable, and I have the soles replaced / factory recondition the upper as many times as the upper boot portion is still good.

For dangerous work(chainsaw) I was using logger boots(did not like catching the heel on stuff) but have since gone to Haix which feel like a good pair of hunting boots such Mendels or Zamberlains….except they have a steel toe.

 

[RCW]

When I was cutting wood or on construction sites regularly for work it was always Carolina Loggers with steel toes. Wore the logger boots daily for years.

Nowadays I don't wear the Carolinas much.

I wear Hiking-type shoes regularly (Merrill?). No toe protection, but light with some decent treads.

Very interested in some of the suggestions members have made. I'd like to find a good compromise between a logger boot and a decent "work shoe" myself.

 

[nerwin]

I am so far liking these.

The Sullivan (Comp Toe)

The Sullivan is a versatile and durable everyday work boot designed with BRUNT's signature comfort system. The waterproof Sullivan is built from barnyard-resistant FARMGUARD™ leather sourced from American steer, includes a lightweight and non-metallic composite safety toe, and features an...

bruntworkwear.com

 

[bobnic]

I wear Timberland Pro Boondock 6 inch composite toe work boots for logging, saw milling, firewooding, and equipment maintenance. Probably the most comfortable work boot I have ever worn and there is essentially no break-in period.

 

[bbxlr8]

I'll have to look at some of these - I used to wear the Timberland/ T. Pro, but switched to Carolina mid-hight Linesman composite that I have worked the leather off the toe (cosmetic) but still decent protection & performance. I didn't like the high heel on the logger either...

Following this as I am in the market again

 

[Elliott in GA]

I have been wearing Reeboks with composite toe and metatarsal guards; they have held up well including abrasion from bramble briar clumps. They are also available in Wide, which I need. Price is $140 with free shipping.

Men's Reebok Zig Kinetica Edge II Work Waterproof Composite Toe Met Guard Boots | Work Boots Superstore | WorkBoots.com

Escape with energy and take the path less traveled with the Zig Kinetic Edge II Work Series. Water? Tough Terrain? Heavy objects? These trail-inspired hikers can take a beating and keep going while also keeping you fast, fresh, and fueled with the combo Floatride Energy and Zig Energy systems

workboots.com

 

[matt-m]

I am so far liking these.

The Sullivan (Comp Toe)

The Sullivan is a versatile and durable everyday work boot designed with BRUNT's signature comfort system. The waterproof Sullivan is built from barnyard-resistant FARMGUARD™ leather sourced from American steer, includes a lightweight and non-metallic composite safety toe, and features an...

bruntworkwear.com

I've got these (below link). Had about a year and have been holding up good. Not light, definitely a work boot not a hiking boot.

Brunt - The Mulder Welted

 

[hedgerow]

I started wearing Redwings when I was a kid pull on boots for years then lace ups for a long time. Was having lower back issues and feet issues doctor said throw the Redwings away and buy Keen's. Been wearing them well over twenty years now. Have always worn steel toe. Keen has lots of different styles.

 

[Daren Todd]

Last years sneakers are this years beat around the yard shoes. Work pays for a new pair of work boots each year.

So if I'm doing a task where I feel I need boots, I put on my work boots.

Timberland pros are my choice. But they are the only ones I've found that I can wear all day and not shuffle around like an invalid at night

 

[jyoutz]

When I was cutting wood or on construction sites regularly for work it was always Carolina Loggers with steel toes. Wore the logger boots daily for years.

Nowadays I don't wear the Carolinas much.

I wear Hiking-type shoes regularly (Merrill?). No toe protection, but light with some decent treads.

Very interested in some of the suggestions members have made. I'd like to find a good compromise between a logger boot and a decent "work shoe" myself.

Look at the Chippewa made in USA line of boots. You can order them direct from their website. For work in the woods, I have custom made 10” top Whites Boots, but they are extremely expensive. For home, I have a pair of 6” Chippewas and they are well made without costing a fortune.

One example:

Classic 2.0 6" Steel Toe Lace Up | Chippewa Boots

Shop the Classic 2.0 6" Steel Toe Lace Up. The official site for Chippewa Boots. Find the best selection of outdoor and work boots, accessories, and apparel. Shop today!.

www.chippewaboots.com

 

[jyoutz]

Look at the Chippewa made in USA line of boots. You can order them direct from their website. For work in the woods, I have custom made 10” top Whites Boots, but they are extremely expensive. For home, I have a pair of 6” Chippewas and they are well made without costing a fortune.

One example:

Classic 2.0 6" Steel Toe Lace Up | Chippewa Boots

Shop the Classic 2.0 6" Steel Toe Lace Up. The official site for Chippewa Boots. Find the best selection of outdoor and work boots, accessories, and apparel. Shop today!.

www.chippewaboots.com

I just looked at the Chippewa website. The ones I have are USA made, but it doesn’t look like they are made in country anymore. But the reviews are still good and the prices are right. And they’re resoleable.

 

[D2Cat]

I use 6" Timberland Pro with composite toe when doing anything outside.

 

[mikester]

These are my goto winter and general outdoor workboot, lightweight, excellent winter traction, super comfortable and warm

Workman CSA

<p>Seamless Technology: 30% lighter & 100% tougher. All the other technology keeps you safe and comfortable. Ain’t technology amazing?</p>

www.bogsfootwear.ca

I'm still looking for a decent and comfortable outdoor work safety shoe. I prefer slip ons over laces