Boots vs. Boots
Guys, I'm 41, I understood that it is better to buy goods produced in the United States or Europe. I prefer to give more money and to choose better quality.
In case I have specific questions to people with more experience.
Are convenient for walking and riding Red Wing Engineer No.2990?
Resistant to stresses Are Red Wing Engineer No.2990?
Provide a better protection of the foot?
Is it worth it to give $ 230 for these boots?
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Sorry, in the country where I live do not sell Redwing boots . If you are selling, I would not bore you with my problems, I'd go to the store and see them.
In case I have specific questions to people with more experience.
Are convenient for walking and riding Red Wing Engineer No.2990?
Resistant to stresses Are Red Wing Engineer No.2990?
Provide a better protection of the foot?
Is it worth it to give $ 230 for these boots?
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Sorry, in the country where I live do not sell Redwing boots . If you are selling, I would not bore you with my problems, I'd go to the store and see them.
Ultimate HDF Member
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From: Gray's Creek NC
First off you need lug soles for riding, they shed rocks and sand. If you get Chippewa or Red Wing you can wear them for years, not months.
http://www.sears.com:80/shc/s/p_1015...=1286195687432
http://www.sears.com:80/shc/s/p_1015...=1286195687432
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: In the Pacific Northwest, a few hours east of Seattle.
I'd go with the Red Wings. They make high quality boots.
and you can have the sole replaced when the time comes.
Mostly I find that with boots you get what you pay for. Good pair will last a long time, properly cared for - just replace the sole as needed.
My .02 FWIW
and you can have the sole replaced when the time comes.
Mostly I find that with boots you get what you pay for. Good pair will last a long time, properly cared for - just replace the sole as needed.
My .02 FWIW
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Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri
I don't have any experience with the boots you asked about but I ride with a pair of boots i got at Sears. The most important thing to me, next to the fit, is that they have a good lug sole. You don't want your foot slipping out from under you as you back your bike out from a parking spot. Gravel and sand are your worst enemies.
Cruiser
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 178
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From: Halton Hills
Ive had my Red Wings for about 3 years now and are very comfortable for riding and pretty good for walking.(I ran out of gas once I had to walk 5 miles each way and they did make the feet a little tired) They have been on my feet sometimes for days and never had a problem with stink or sweat either.I sprayed them with a waterproof spray when I first got them and have never had wet feet ever.(and I dont mind riding in the rain if I get caught) They do not burn or melt (heel & sole) when kept on the pipes, and will not get slippery or stained when they come in contact with oil or gas.
Whould I get another pair of them??? Damn right!! I think I paid app. $250.cnd but well worth the price. You will not be dissapointed. They might feel a little snug on the top of the foot when you first get them but don't worry they do stretch out a bit.
Hope this helps you.
Chop.
Whould I get another pair of them??? Damn right!! I think I paid app. $250.cnd but well worth the price. You will not be dissapointed. They might feel a little snug on the top of the foot when you first get them but don't worry they do stretch out a bit.
Hope this helps you.
Chop.
Last edited by ChopinRockwooD; Oct 4, 2010 at 02:07 PM.
Thanks Chop /and all other/. It seems that Red Wing would buy for next season.
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From: Granite Falls, NC
I bought a pair from Carolina Boots back in 1998 for $100. They have steel toes, thinsilin insulation, and are water proof, and have vibram soles. I wear them about 4 months out of the year, (I ride year round) and when ever it rains. I keep them mink oiled and clean. I've ridden my Harleys about 130k and I have a Triumph, Ultra Kustom too that I ride. These boots still look almost brand new, I would definately buy them again.