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Old Jul 16, 2020 | 03:43 PM
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I bought H-D boot straps few years ago but they are all stretched out and loose. Not as secure as they were new. Looking for something that is reasonably priced, tough and will last longer. Any recommendations? thank you.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2020 | 04:11 PM
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I'll bite.... What the hecks a boot strap? Googled it, comes up as a software program, even tried harley boot strap and it comes up as a lighter!
 
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Old Jul 16, 2020 | 04:17 PM
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That’s a new one on me too. WTF are boot straps....something you tie your boots down to your foot pegs (don’t seem safe)?
 
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Old Jul 16, 2020 | 04:19 PM
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For the OP, how bout a local shoe repair or leather smith?

For those who have never heard of the term:
https://uselessetymology.com/2019/11...ur-bootstraps/

And for the cinephile:

 
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I know what they are!
Shhhhhhhh don't tell anyone ???
 
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I believe the following link is what you are referring too. I took the clips off a pair and placed a piece of leather on mine. I attach to the front of the pant leg and the beginning of the lacing on my boot. That works better for me than running a piece of leather or elastic under my boot. YMMV.
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Kind of like "Trouser Blousers" in the Army ??
 
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Originally Posted by chopper_man
I'll bite.... What the hecks a boot strap? Googled it, comes up as a software program, even tried harley boot strap and it comes up as a lighter!
ain't never heard the saying? "pull yourself up by your boot straps"
 
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