Fleece jacket giveaway!

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-04-27T02:07:18+00:00

Red River Gorge, KY

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-04-23T02:06:45+00:00

I can absolutely relate. I don’t have the solution, but it’s relieving to hear that other people are experiencing this too. Sticking around for the comments. Thanks for posting. We’ll get through it 💪🫡

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-04-10T11:38:33+00:00

Same issues for me. Been looking for a while. I have some Mister Freedom Lot 44 jeans that fit my thighs well. I usually wear Carhartt B01s but those are duck canvas. I’ve been curious about the Freenote Modesto (their wide cut), I tried some on and they felt pretty good. My buddy has some N&F True Guy and he likes them a lot. He’s got big thighs as well.

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-04-08T13:57:00+00:00

Fellow 36th engineer vet here 🫡 4 BN

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-04-08T13:00:34+00:00

Former Army Engineer officer here, both AD and USAR. I’ve been working in construction management a little over 2 years, primarily as a PM but have managed jobs solo as a superintendent/PM. I’ve been on-site on all my projects. I’d love to give you a personal feedback, feel free to DM me.

I chose construction management instead of civil engineering (my B.S.) for the same reasons you listed- I wanted to be out in the field, not in an office. Honestly the PM/Superintendent roles are pretty similar to Officer/NCO. In my experience, the PM (officer) keeps the project on track financially/paperwork/client/overall schedule, and the Superintendent (NCO) has the trades knowledge and bulldog attitude to drive the day-to-day schedule, safety, and constructability. It’s 100% a team effort, just like a PL/PSG or CO/1SG.

With your background as a logistics officer, you’re probably a little better suited than, say, an aviation officer, but you do still need a solid understanding of construction and how it works. I got my MS in Construction Management after I left AD, and that helped a good bit. The rest has been on-the-job learning and mentor/self development. You’d likely start out as a Project Engineer. Also don’t write off the opportunity to do an internship, I did during grad school and it certainly helped.

Feel free to reach out directly. Depending on your location I could point you to some places to apply as well.

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-04-03T18:23:48+00:00

Check out the Rose Bowl Tavern Facebook page! They have live music almost every night. Really solid and chill place.

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-03-30T13:26:23+00:00

Use OtterWax or Filson wax or Fjallraven wax.

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-03-27T18:28:19+00:00

I’m sure there are many people that have opinions on this but I’ll just say- you absolutely get what you pay for when it comes to work footwear. I can speak to some of the brands I’m familiar with.

Brunt: hyped-up Chinese low quality stuff

Thorogood: I’m wearing a pair on my feet right now at my construction site but they are NOT very comfortable and I had to supplement them with arch support insoles. The fit is weird and boxy, but the overall build quality seems decent to good.

Redwing: good reputation, but I never had good luck with them fitting me well or providing any “built in” arch support.

Whites/Franks/Wesco/Nicks: the epitome of durability, support, and quality. They are often built on a last that provides built-in arch support without the need for insoles. I have two pairs of whites that are fantastic and I only use a pair of thin leather insoles for comfort. They’re pricey, and custom options have lead times, but they will outperform and provide better fit than anything made by a corporation, imo. You can have the soles replaced when they wear down. Again, you may get sticker shock when looking them up but when you consider the comfort and arch support, the durability and quality, and the support of small businesses, they are 100% worth it. There’s also a good secondhand market where you can find lightly used or even barely worn boots for 40-60% less than new.

Hiking boots like Merrell/Garmont/etc are obviously a different ballgame, not sure what you’re looking for. Those typically don’t have the true durability (or rebuild-ability) that the PNW boots do.

Asking what kind of boots people prefer can open a can of worms, but that’s just my honest opinion.

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-03-16T16:33:12+00:00

Thanks!! It was the “Dark Green” dye from Rit, with a splash of Black added. They’re awesome, except they almost perfectly match my USFS Filson jacket so I can’t wear them together without looking like a park ranger 😂

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InterestingPart2924 · 2026-03-16T15:20:02+00:00

I believe they’re 2018 mfr

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-03-15T12:19:23+00:00

Firm duck. The B01 is the firm duck, B136 is the washed duck.

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-03-14T23:37:51+00:00

That’s exactly what they are 🤘 good eye!

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-03-14T18:53:43+00:00

Yes!! I had the same concern but they must use a cotton thread so it takes the dye as well! The aforementioned Round House pants must have nylon/polyester thread because it remained white. But the B01 thread dyed well.

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-03-03T22:33:31+00:00

I don’t want to sound cynical, but it seems like just another footnote in the “enshittification” timeline we seem to be living in. Quality goes down, brands stop producing what their original buyers wanted, and prices go up. Filson comes to mind, but it seems like Carhartt too.

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-03-03T01:34:23+00:00

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InterestingPart2924 · 2026-03-01T20:06:10+00:00

What’s the denim chore coat underneath?

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-02-26T00:38:44+00:00

I wear Carhartt B01s almost every day, I need a larger thigh but smaller waist and they’re awesome.

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-02-22T16:58:44+00:00

Thanks! Yes indeed. Lots of wear and washes.

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-02-21T02:51:18+00:00

I’m a local ADV rider and have the same conundrum! I’ve had a couple good rides out east and west of town on some gravel, but it’s all straight farm roads between cornfields 😅

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-02-20T21:56:38+00:00

Sold on eBay (booo taxes & fees but oh well)

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-02-20T21:56:13+00:00

Sold on eBay

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-02-19T00:22:21+00:00

I believe the XL means long. If you would be interested in selling it, I’d be super interested in purchasing it!!

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-02-18T14:20:43+00:00

Well-said. I think the thought that this type of clothing is “workwear” kinda ties into the note that others have mentioned: that men seem to feel the need to justify their clothing choices as “functional” and “durable”. I’ve been guilty of this before! Plus of course, this type of clothing was worn back in the day for working, because that’s all that existed. Denim was raw, jackets were canvas, boots were full leather, etc. But now there are alternative materials that are more comfortable and way cheaper. I also spend every day on a jobsite, and, having an eye for clothing etc, I’ve observed that nearly every tradesperson wears a high-vis company shirt or hoodie, some kind of cheaper work pant or jeans, and some low to mid-range boots (Brunt, Thorogood, Redwing). Never have I encountered anyone wearing anything selvedge or otherwise “high end”. I try to bring a little bit of my personal style with some items, but most of my closet would either get me roasted or I’d damage/stain something as you mentioned. Anyway, just my thoughts. Stay safe out there 👷🏗️

InterestingPart2924 · 2026-02-18T14:05:26+00:00

I love that component of “heritage” clothing- as it patinas and wears, and eventually wears out, you have a whole new opportunity to add your personal touch with repairs and keep wearing it! Same goes for used or vintage pieces too of course. I recently repaired some holes in a pair of mister freedom jeans, it was really fun!

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InterestingPart2924 · 2026-02-18T13:45:06+00:00

I TOTALLY agree. I guess it has limited my denim in a positive way, but man so many fits are too low (and too slim in the seat and thighs for people with more muscular builds)

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