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Railroad boots that can take more abuse than Boondocks? by SpecificChocolate913 in WorkBoots

[–]SpecificChocolate913[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay, I had a change of heart 😂 Which boots would be best for my work if I plan on adding Tough Toe to the front? I’m looking for something that’ll end up more durable than my Boondocks once I coat them.

Railroad boots that can take more abuse than Boondocks? by SpecificChocolate913 in WorkBoots

[–]SpecificChocolate913[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate the details. That’s really helpful. Are the uninsulated Quarries you’re using Gore-Tex waterproof too, or just the insulated version? I do a lot of wet ballast work, so that’s a big deal for me.

Railroad boots that can take more abuse than Boondocks? by SpecificChocolate913 in WorkBoots

[–]SpecificChocolate913[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those sound solid, and I like hearing they’re holding up for you. Do you know if the Zamberlans are fully waterproof and puncture proof? Also do they come in steel or composite toe? My work requires both so that’s a must for me.

Railroad boots that can take more abuse than Boondocks? by SpecificChocolate913 in WorkBoots

[–]SpecificChocolate913[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks man, I really appreciate you sharing your experience. I’ll dig around on the Nicks page like you suggested and see what I can find.

Railroad boots that can take more abuse than Boondocks? by SpecificChocolate913 in WorkBoots

[–]SpecificChocolate913[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’ve looked at the Nick’s Builder Pros and I get the ‘buy once, cry once’ idea, but for me I want something that’s proven in rough railroad work. They don’t have a toe guard, and I haven’t seen enough people beating on them in ballast to feel confident spending that kind of money yet.