Boot reviews

**Knotsman** · January 26th, 2013, 08:24 AM

New guy here. Getting ready to drop some coin on some new workboots and want to hear some feedback. Ill most likely be working tugs and haven't bought steel toe boots in almost 20 years. I was considering something taller for ankle protection, maybe Redwing or Cat.. something with some good cush, maybe a pull on. Post up your thoughts on:
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**Tugs** · January 26th, 2013, 08:43 AM

I wore Durangos for many years. Got really good wear out of them and they were comfortable to wear all day when standing and walking on steel decks. They also held up pretty well after being soaked in salt water

**rshrew** · January 26th, 2013, 09:22 AM

Duluth trading best shoes I've owned.

**brjones** · January 26th, 2013, 09:24 AM

Been wearing Redwing Pecos for years. Pull on steel toe and comfortable. Cost about $200 and made in America. I once bought a made in China waterproof slip on by Redwing. It was about $75 cheaper. Lighter than the Pecos, but the toes were getting tore up. I work in the ER and deck plates and ladders seem to always cause the toes to get tore up. Whatever boot you get I suggest getting those gel inserts. They work great for me.

**Fraqrat** · January 26th, 2013, 09:25 AM

Doc Martens!

**ChiefRob** · January 26th, 2013, 12:12 PM

Red wing pecos, absolutley the best steel toe boot I have ever had!!!!!

**tugsailor** · January 27th, 2013, 08:23 AM

I use to love my Washington Shoe Company, Seattle Chief, Romeos, but now they are cheap crap made in China.

Does anyone know of a well made Romeo style shoe like the old Seattle Chiefs?

**Knotsman** · January 27th, 2013, 09:24 AM

For deck work, do you recommend a taller boot or does that hinder movement on ladders/etc.

**JasonGreene** · January 27th, 2013, 11:06 AM

If you go to a Redwing store, get fitted and purchase a nice american made pair at the size they recommend you will be amazed. I thought mine were too tight but the leather molded to my foot like they said it would and now I have a custom fitted boot. The feeling of comfort is almost sinful.

I got a six inch height model. I used to like taller boots but I find it easier to get around the ship in these.

**Rocket187um** · January 27th, 2013, 03:02 PM

Check out KEEN BOOTS. Best I've worn from AK to GOM.

**chgonyer** · May 7th, 2013, 05:31 PM

Converse tactical boots. Light, durable, feel like sneakers and when you wear them for 15hrs your feet don't hurt.

**z-drive** · May 7th, 2013, 06:50 PM

Extratuffs? 'Nuffsaid! Oh crap can't wear those on a mud boat though, right?

**TMAsailor** · May 7th, 2013, 08:10 PM

Timberland Pro PowerWelt Wellington. They sell them in either pull up or lace up and I have the pull up. Light weight, yet very sturdy. I can wear them all day and my feet and legs feel good at the end of the day.

**Bloodyshitcakes** · May 7th, 2013, 09:30 PM

Originally Posted by z-drive

Extratuffs? 'Nuffsaid! Oh crap can't wear those on a mud boat though, right?

Extratuffs are now made in China!! I bought my last pair(s) a couple of years ago. I don't know what I'll do once these wear out.

**Capt. Phoenix** · May 8th, 2013, 12:19 AM

Originally Posted by z-drive

Extratuffs? 'Nuffsaid! Oh crap can't wear those on a mud boat though, right?

Why not? They come in steel toe...

**Capt. Phoenix** · May 8th, 2013, 03:16 AM

Originally Posted by Bloodyshitcakes

Extratuffs are now made in China!! I bought my last pair(s) a couple of years ago. I don't know what I'll do once these wear out.

Servus Pro are identical to extra tuff, made in the US, and about $20 cheaper.

If you work in Fourchon call Coastal Distributor, they will deliver to your boat next day. 985-396-2251

**z-drive** · May 8th, 2013, 05:48 AM

Steel toe is just wrong! I don't know how good I really have it up here, you guys can keep all that big steel toe, safety glassed, ear plug, long pants money. They are the most beautiful boot for commercial fishing though, specifically gillnetting as they are so smooth and don't get hung up on the mesh. Can usually find USA goddamn 'merican made ones on ebay.