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#124325 - 02/19/08 05:38 AM Looking for boot recommendations
redflare Offline
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I am looking to get some boots for myself. Something around 6 inches tall, comfortable for wearing for a long time and most importantly oil and slip resistant sole.

Anyone have any suggestions?

thanks

Looking for something like this:


Edited by redflare (02/19/08 05:40 AM)

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#124335 - 02/19/08 11:29 AM Re: Looking for boot recommendations [Re: redflare]
OldBaldGuy Offline
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All of mine are taller than that, sorry...
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#124353 - 02/19/08 02:03 PM Re: Looking for boot recommendations [Re: redflare]
SwampDonkey Offline
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Registered: 07/08/07
Posts: 1268
Loc: Northeastern Ontario, Canada
Hi Redflare,

I have a pair of winter boots that are only a little taller than the ones you posted. They are Rocky, Mountain Stalkers and the best thing is that they are very non-slip. When I bought them the specs said they were "US Postal Service Approved Soles" for Non-slip and I find that they grip on ice much better than normal Vibram soles.

Of course I should have bought 2 pairs because now I see that this model is not listed on the Rocky website, although they do list models with "non-slip soles".

I wear mostly Danners now, they are great boots but the soles are more slippery on ice and hardpacked snow.

Good Luck,

Mike

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#124355 - 02/19/08 02:14 PM Re: Looking for boot recommendations [Re: redflare]
MtnRescue Offline
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Registered: 12/12/07
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Loc: NoVA
More then likely you're going to get many good suggestions, however can you provide some additional details? Such as:

  • Is this for hiking or work (EMS, fire/rescue, construction, etc)?
  • Something for climbing or trails and mud?
  • Will you be carrying light or heavy loads?
  • Do you need a steel toe boot?


Edited by MtnRescue (02/19/08 02:15 PM)
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#124358 - 02/19/08 02:21 PM Re: Looking for boot recommendations [Re: MtnRescue]
redflare Offline
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Originally Posted By: MtnRescue
More then likely you're going to get many good suggestions, however can you provide some additional details? Such as:

  • Is this for hiking or work (EMS, fire/rescue, construction, etc)?
  • Something for climbing or trails and mud?
  • Will you be carrying light or heavy loads?
  • Do you need a steel toe boot?


This is for work that requires rapid movements on a heavily oil covered floor, indoors. Steel toe not essential.

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#124360 - 02/19/08 02:45 PM Re: Looking for boot recommendations [Re: redflare]
Am_Fear_Liath_Mor Offline
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Registered: 08/03/07
Posts: 3078
Quote:
This is for work that requires rapid movements on a heavily oil covered floor, indoors. Steel toe not essential.


http://www.drmartens.com/

The original 1460 8 EYE BOOT has a comfortable air custioned sole which is oil resistant. They are very comfortable and flexible enough to run in.

DM also produce an industrial range as well

http://www.dmusastore.com/c-5-industrial.aspx


Edited by Am_Fear_Liath_Mor (02/19/08 02:52 PM)

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#124519 - 02/20/08 04:57 PM Re: Looking for boot recommendations [Re: Am_Fear_Liath_Mor]
JohnnyUpton Offline
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Registered: 05/03/07
Posts: 60
Loc: USA
Danner GTX series

Danner

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#124534 - 02/20/08 06:51 PM Re: Looking for boot recommendations [Re: redflare]
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#124577 - 02/21/08 01:08 AM Re: Looking for boot recommendations [Re: bsmith]
RayW Offline
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Registered: 12/06/01
Posts: 601
Loc: Orlando, FL
+1 on the Redwings. I work in a machine shop and the redwings are the most comfortable work boots i have worn and they hold up well. The down side is the price, i whine about spending over $200 for work boots but it is well worth it.

I know this sounds simple but make sure whatever you buy fits your feet correctly.

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#124596 - 02/21/08 02:29 AM Re: Looking for boot recommendations [Re: redflare]
Blitz Offline
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Registered: 08/23/07
Posts: 535
Loc: MA
Originally Posted By: redflare
This is for work that requires rapid movements on a heavily oil covered floor, indoors. Steel toe not essential.


Usually my boots are off when I'm in this situation, as well as my clothes. grin whistle

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