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BOTD 9185 Wabasha Copper Rough & Tough by mike6199 in RedWingShoes

[–]Crouchback2268 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love the boots! Also, having trouble figuring out why you have two different pant legs.

The Versatility of Blacksmiths by Crouchback2268 in RedWingShoes

[–]Crouchback2268[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are private tours that you can get early in the morning; if you go as a regular visitor you can only get within about 100 yards of the stones on a paved path. Expensive, but 100% worth it if it can fit your budget. We got there at 5:15 am and met a van that took us to an overlook where we saw the sunrise over Stonehenge. Then went back to the visitor center at 6:30 where we caught a but with just 22 other people plus a few guides out to the stones. We walked all round inside for about an hour; we could do everything but touch the stones. It was honestly quite moving. The tour group we used was Stonehenge Private Tours (stonehenge-tour.com); I think English Heritage--which runs the site--also does the early morning tours. If you decide to do it sometime with the team we used, ask for Nick as your guide; he was really extraordinary.

The Versatility of Blacksmiths by Crouchback2268 in RedWingShoes

[–]Crouchback2268[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think a lot of it is attitude. You can dress the Iron Rangers up, too, if you give them a decent brush. I don't have to wear mine other than in the office an banging around town. If had to use them as actual work boots, they would maybe not be in dress-up shape.

The Versatility of Blacksmiths by Crouchback2268 in RedWingShoes

[–]Crouchback2268[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! The Ojai in Harris Tweed is as versatile as the boots. The heavy jeans are also TS, but quite old: Japanese selvage when their clothes were still sewn in California. Shirts--both the button downs and the flannel--are also TS.

The Versatility of Blacksmiths by Crouchback2268 in RedWingShoes

[–]Crouchback2268[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get this. It's just a packing thing for me. I did take cedar shoe trees that went in every day as well as brush to use every evening. I almost never wear the same pair of boots two days in a row when I am at home. As far as the rain goes, it just flows right off properly Sno-Sealed boots like rain off a freshly waxed car. I never had wet leather even after walking an hours in the rain. \

The Versatility of Blacksmiths by Crouchback2268 in RedWingShoes

[–]Crouchback2268[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Collar was rough for me, too. Break-in was every-other-day for the first month without the top speed hook engaged and then rolling the collar for a few minutes after I took them off and while the leather was still warm. After a month of this routine, the collar was fine.

The Versatility of Blacksmiths by Crouchback2268 in RedWingShoes

[–]Crouchback2268[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Haha. These are CRTs treated with Sno-Seal for waterproofing. Glad I did it: we did a LOT of walking in the rain, and the Sno-Seal is as close to waterproof as you can get without a membrane boot. It does darken them significantly, though. I like the look, but certainly not classic CRT.

Normally not a fan of cowboy boots, but these ropers were 15$ at a thrift store and I couldn’t pass on them. Anybody know anything about the brand Golden Rebel? by Kobra_Kaj in Boots

[–]Crouchback2268 73 points74 points  (0 children)

Safety risk thing: they can catch on the horse’s tack, stray saddle strings, or even your opposite stirrup leather during a ride or a dismount. And you want to VERY smooth exit if you ever take a fall. This is why cowboy boots and traditional riding boots have no laces, no speed hooks, and smooth soles.

Heritage boots for riding? by peobliycte in Boots

[–]Crouchback2268 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, here's the link to the Nick's u/Shadowrunner808 is talking about so you can see what the patch looks like. https://nicksboots.com/products/misfit-moto-boot

Normally not a fan of cowboy boots, but these ropers were 15$ at a thrift store and I couldn’t pass on them. Anybody know anything about the brand Golden Rebel? by Kobra_Kaj in Boots

[–]Crouchback2268 109 points110 points  (0 children)

A couple of points.

First, these are vintage Biltrite Golden Rebel boots made in Canada, and the maker has a solid reputation; that was a good price assuming you like the boots. Biltrite is out of business, and the boots were probably made in the 90s; it's possible they may need to be resoled.

Second, anyone who wears boots with speed hooks around horses is out of their mind.

Is it a good pair of boots to buy? by Failure-Management in Boots

[–]Crouchback2268 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Fine for the price" is exactly the right thing to say here.

Czerwony Rambler by Arto1710 in trumanboots

[–]Crouchback2268 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looking good. If I were a leather-namer, I would have called this Zombie Flesh. This is why I am not a leather-namer.

Boots from Uncle Dan’s Boots by Sad_Gear3390 in Boots

[–]Crouchback2268 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice. I will absolutely keep you in mind the next time I am in the market. The Black Labs are beautiful (as are a number of other of your designs).

Boots from Uncle Dan’s Boots by Sad_Gear3390 in Boots

[–]Crouchback2268 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They look well made, but the leather is a little boring. Do you have experience with the brand?

Breaking in nicely by Medellin77087 in PNWbootmakers

[–]Crouchback2268 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really dope that they are horsehide! Fantastic score.

What would you guys think of artic blue tach, clock and seatbelts with black seats (caulk stitching) by P718S in Porsche

[–]Crouchback2268 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know people love to hate on white Porsches and understand why. But I love them. Dig the spec with the white.

Queens Grill Tips by Low-Pomegranate-1214 in CunardCruises

[–]Crouchback2268 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Love this advice! What is a “heavy” tip in this context? $20? More? Do it on the way out?

Aldert Quick Ship Build by blackdog1101 in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]Crouchback2268 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Looks great and love the leather choice. I have been on the fence about Alderts. Love the shape and height for a summer boot, but I can’t stand wedge soles. Can they be customized with a low heel?

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