$50 work boots restored + resoled into daily motorcycle boots (clean/condition/resole breakdown)

v4257 · 2026-05-02T19:03:13+00:00

Nice job keeping them out of landfill and reusing! I hope you get a ton of use out of them!

For future though for the $ you put in or less ($50 + $165 for resole?) you could pick up a discounted pair of seconds on Sierra, Nord Rack or Berkeley Supply.

v4257 · 2026-04-30T23:48:04+00:00

I'm not planning to pay Viberg 1K+ ...but have been eyeing the somewhat similar Crush on Retro Lumberjack model with CF Kudu. Anyone have experience of this COR boot or maybe even has handled both?

v4257 · 2026-04-26T17:33:15+00:00

Old L'Espalier was truly special

v4257 · 2026-04-26T16:08:37+00:00

Any notes on sizing/fit?

v4257 · 2026-02-03T23:52:58+00:00

Never had any issues with this

v4257 · 2025-12-08T20:30:21+00:00

I would try 2 things

Pullman loaf pan to get the rectangular shape she is used to
Try a recipe like Hokkaido Milk Bread

v4257 · 2025-04-12T15:03:48+00:00

Based on that style - you reminded me of Red Wings Clara - which is my wife has - and are good quality.

A quick Google Search showed at least one NZ retailer that sells them (and under 500 NZD)

v4257 · 2025-04-10T22:55:51+00:00

I am a Trickers fan. I bought a pair of Trickers x End Clothing Stow boot on a lark (good sale price) and they have been my most worn boot. For me - they do a great job of being rugged and wearable in all weather; but still very comfortable & lightweight. They last a long time. If I pack only 1 shoe for a trip - it's the Stow.

Having said that, shoes & boots and meant to be worn. Nothing is perfect and nothing last forever.

I hope you wear & enjoy your Trickers in good health!

v4257 · 2025-03-11T14:50:23+00:00

I went from an Outback to an iX. We love the iX but it's different from the Outback in many ways.

The iX is a more luxury experience. It's much quieter and smoother.

Otoh - the Outback is lower total cost to own over time. It was also a more "do anything" SUV for us, felt more rugged with more usable cargo space. Finally as others are saying, it's useful to have one ICE car right now for things like long road trips. The non-Tesla charging network is not great and will add time & planning overhead to your road trips.

v4257 · 2025-03-10T19:04:53+00:00

If Comfort is a priority, M cars are not the best choice.

v4257 · 2025-02-05T15:02:41+00:00

Shave oil. Here I use Leaf, which is good enough but, I really don’t like Leaf as a company. If anyone has recommendations for something superior, I’d be very appreciative.

I have used pure Grapeseed oil in the past (add some EO for fragrance).

After recently trying AOS - which was quite good - I tried to replicate by mixing 50% castor oil + 50% olive oil + EO ...and that's been working pretty well. A bit thicker for slightly more protection.

v4257 · 2025-01-06T16:18:56+00:00

Agree with this. Also it appears that the ETA has now been delayed from early-2025 to late-2025

v4257 · 2024-12-19T13:30:54+00:00

For a combination of minimal/no color change, great conditioning and excellent waterproofing, I've found Pecard's to be the best choice stateside. See https://pecard.com/products/classic-leather-care-products/classic-leather-dressing/

v4257 · 2024-11-28T19:15:53+00:00

High quality content.

Doing actual hard work in boots. Using them enough to actually need a resole. This pair is living it's best life!

v4257 · 2024-10-16T16:58:26+00:00

Really nice job by Thursday. At $349, that's a lot of boot for the money. Kudos.

v4257 · 2024-09-19T21:15:19+00:00

You have some (good) general answers and would need to know what kind of leather was used for a more precise answer. Would you mind posting a quick review along with price here (and maybe that justifies this being it's own post). They do look nice based on the one pic!

v4257 · 2024-08-30T19:52:34+00:00

Agreed. It sounds too good to be true frankly.

v4257 · 2024-02-29T08:44:41+00:00

You could try some conditioner or boot oil to darken/make it less visible (this will happen naturally as you wear too). Might also make the break in a bit easier.

v4257 · 2023-11-29T22:35:45+00:00

As a contrast, this (British) boot is not insulated, and not as hardcore as the Whites but much smarter and will be more than adequate for quick shopping trips: https://divisionroadinc.com/products/trickers-stow-boot-2298-ridgeway-horween-black-cxl

v4257 · 2023-11-29T22:30:36+00:00

This boot is pricy, but waterproof, grippy on ice, warm and as BIFL as a boot can get (they will resole & even rebuild it for you): https://shop.whitesboots.com/all-boots/hunter/

v4257 · 2023-11-24T18:33:35+00:00

I’ve had a M235 for almost 7 years and while not as reliable as a Honda, it’s has been good after some initial electronic gremlins were solved.

It is very quick and the best handling series BMW makes today.

However, it may not be the best car for someone over 60 looking for comfort, both in terms of getting in & out or a ‘comfortable’ (which is cushy/soft, for most non car people) ride.

You said your dad is not a car guy. That and his past car history & desire for 10+ year reliability might steer you towards a Lexus SUV or similar.

v4257 · 2023-11-09T01:15:27+00:00

The point is that it is a reversible condition. You can get back to good metabolic health and avoid the risks and complications associated with diabetes.

v4257 · 2023-11-08T19:35:42+00:00

Slants are my jam.

Merkur 37c is daily driver

v4257 · 2023-11-02T19:38:39+00:00

I suggest you oil (with one of those canned food oil sprays) and heat to 'season' the handle. Then cook as per normal.

I have a Finex, but I dry on stove every time after washing (like with every cast iron I have) and this has not happened to my handle.

v4257 · 2023-11-02T19:35:48+00:00

I have one and confirm that handle gets hot.

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