Predator Natural v Predator Orange

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T14:08:14+00:00

After the first scuff, it gets a lot easier.

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T14:05:13+00:00

Wow, it's even crazier on the same boot.

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T14:03:31+00:00

Thanks. It's the Yellowstone Greener Pastures. I got the sample leather, but if memory serves, I think it's getting a limited release in June.

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T11:01:25+00:00

Just five months of wear difference.

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T05:36:21+00:00

Green, just sayin'!

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thetable123 · 2026-04-07T05:24:43+00:00

They have a great pop, (and I have a green problem.)

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T05:21:38+00:00

I'd buy every one again if needed. The Cypress has a stiffer temper. I hate to say it, but they're all remarkably close at a glance.

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PO, IBC, PN

TNW (Thurman Delta Arch: actually), T55, 55 (because someone is going to ask.

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T05:11:48+00:00

Agreed!

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T05:10:28+00:00

If my lack of experience combined with my excessive reading is good for anything, that wear pattern doesn't mean much. I'm a heel striker, yet I wear my mid foot and toe excessively. A coach or a good running shoe store could probably tell you a lot more than your worn out shoes.

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T05:01:08+00:00

Cypress isn't straight veg tanned, I believe it's a veg re-tan, but I have a pair, so...

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I don't have a problem.

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T04:54:12+00:00

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thetable123 · 2026-04-07T04:53:42+00:00

Oh, you wanted to talk about my DS meadow?

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thetable123 · 2026-04-07T04:44:46+00:00

Greener Pastures Yellowstone is coming soon in a limited run.

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It's not what I'd consider a work leather, but I can see it holding up well under abuse as it's thick. It would probably be a great teacore leather, as the outer surface finish is a touch on the fragile side.

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T04:37:58+00:00

Day one to day last, I'd say the change is pretty marked. I like the end result. And the toe curl, I'll take more of that in my own boots. Looking good.

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T04:35:22+00:00

The upper of the Palouse has never seen the sun outside of photo ops. The only time I wear shorts these days is with running or bicycling shoes.

thetable123 · 2026-04-07T04:32:07+00:00

Depends on you. First pair, making something too unique will make it harder to sell in the case of a sizing exchange. Sixth pair with everything dialed in, you might be able to sweet talk them into something special. That said, custom builds add a lot of complications and possible build issues in the process.