RedWing

[fairylicks]

which kind of socks do you guys wear n your boots? I don´t like wool socks, prefer the "average" jeans socks and thicker sport socks from time to time...

[Slowhand]

How young were you guys when you first started to buy/wear red wing?

19..and I'm 28 now. But I must admit that I haven't really started wearing them on a daily basis until about a year ago.




GT's aren't oil tanned, so I see no problem

But the 875s ARE oil tanned, right? Does this mean I shouldn't be using this for the 875s? Sorry for asking about something that has probably been discussed a zillion times :oops:

[ThinFinn]

How young were you guys when you first started to buy/wear red wing?
22 and still 22 ;-)


the same one i've been beating you around the head with for the past week- shoebuy.com, 20% coupon and 10% member's 1st purchase discount. i can't fathom how they didn't have your size in the 8146, it's the most well-stocked rw they have.
Nice found daniel.
What coupon did you use for the 20%?

[davety]

you should only be worried about using oily conditioner if your boots are roughout leather, and then only if you don't want to lose the roughout effect (a lot of us dub our roughout leather). don't worry about it :-D

@ rafael- 'blowout' or 'bday', these clowns always seem to have a 20% coupon going, it's hard to keep track. both work last i checked :lol:

[dr.house]

19..and I'm 28 now. But I must admit that I haven't really started wearing them on a daily basis until about a year ago.



But the 875s ARE oil tanned, right? Does this mean I shouldn't be using this for the 875s? Sorry for asking about something that has probably been discussed a zillion times :oops:

875's (and any other oil tanned leathers): Boot Oil, and nothing else. No fat, no silicone, no grease.

[ThinFinn]

@daniel: thx mate! ;-)

[Slowhand]

^^Thanks!

[davety]

meh, cheap by swedish standards, i suppose. my 8146 cost 200 USD shipped :lol:

and we're all still youngish, or so we'd like to hope. i'm 31 and i feel every minute of it most days ;-)

[Redwinglover]

for all red wing lovers i have found 2 amazing links with a lot of pictures, have fun :D

http://my-redwingshoes.blogspot.com/
http://redwing1905.blogspot.com/

and a list of deadstock
http://www.lubys-tokyo.com/shoe-Bnew.html

[dr.house]

^Thanks, I've posted the link to the blog above...;-) But the deadstock boots are cool, thanks for that link.

[ThinFinn]

thanks alot rwlover...now i good some to look at the next few hours :-D

[ThinFinn]

so guys what's up? :-)


anybody got a pair of these and can show some pics?

1915
http://thumbnail.image.rakuten.co.jp/@0_mall/foot-time/cabinet/redwing/9015_1.jpg


9111
http://ext.pimg.tw/chaoswu/4962d46680d04.jpg

[dr.house]

^ Personally not a friend of moctoe Beckmanns and roundtoe classic workboots ;-)

[Atzec]

1915 by pwing:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3424/3925086098_f7899f45b5.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2491/3924319213_1bf71f4eff.jpg

that´s all i found on sufu...

[ThinFinn]

^ Personally not a friend of moctoe Beckmanns and roundtoe classic workboots ;-)
no problemo stefano :mrgreen:

@Atzec: thx matthias!

anybody got an answer to this? US9.5 = EU42
http://i46.tinypic.com/r0147r.jpg



and this? US9 = EU42
http://img188.imageshack.us/img188/5633/dsc01668ku.jpg

Are there any differences or are they the same size according to the EU-size?

[Slowhand]

That's odd..:-? But that kinda convinces me that I'm not a complete idiot. My 1945 (Claptons) are 43,5 and definitely SHORTER than my 875s, which are 43...:-? But I've seen the same strange numbering in Nikes...

[Redwinglover]

@finn
try the google picture search. i had the moc to in blackcherry, but they are very heavy and bulky. the "normal" gts make a smaller feet :D
the good is that they fit better at the big toe, the normal gts are a bit narrow.

why cant they build a shoe like the alden indy boot ? they have a nicer smaller moc toe. they are heavy too, but they dont look like.
http://www.leathersoulhawaii.com/wp-content/uploads/ui1.jpg



the 9111 has catched my eye too, but it dont like the white crepe sole, what about a resole with black sole ? has someone tried this ?

[ThinFinn]

^well i tried google and other stuff but i wanted to know if any of our members have some of these :-)
yeah i know about the normals gt's. got them already ;-)

I pretty much like these aldens. Think i'd have gone for these if they wasn't so expensive for me...too bad aint it :-(...

the only one i know who tried a resole on his boots (not the 9111 though) is aztec. i think his boots will arrive in a few days so that he can show us some pics of them...

[dr.house]

@ rafaelo :p, where they from? I've heard not long ago that they've changed something in their sizing, but I don't remember details, sry. Those boots are from 2007, maybe they've changed it a bit later into the sizings we're used to?

[Atzec]

^yup. still waiting...hoped to get them yesterday or today, but hermes take their time...

my next pair of boots are most likely gonna be indys. wanted a pair for so long now.

[dr.house]

Hermes is my personal nightmare.

[ThinFinn]

Ah ok...
Well i saw some on ebay which where also sized like that and that's why i asked...
The 9014 are my old ones which i took the pic off...

[beautiful_FrEaK]

yeah, they are quite slow. but the cheapest insured option when you ship inside Germany and Europe

[Atzec]

Hermes is my personal nightmare.

tell us more!

[dr.house]

You bought a pair from the marketplace or am I wrong?

[ThinFinn]

yop...9014 US9

[dr.house]

tell us more!

Like b_F said, they're dam slow. The last transaction took a week (!) within germany, my Sugar Cane Belt from japan a weekend :p.

[dr.house]

yop...9014 US9

So chill a bit with another pair, eh?

[ThinFinn]

i do i do my man... :-D...
just wondered of the different sizings...

[Atzec]

^my boots were sent on tuesday (at least that´s what he told me) and i´m still waiting. unfortunately i don´t have a tracking no.

[dr.house]

Too bad, I hope you'll get them soon and they're well worked!

[beautiful_FrEaK]

@Stefan: since your up for some Engineers, I guess those would appeal the most to you. 2972

http://www.rockerspeedshop.com/imagesBDD/DSCN0225.jpg

[dr.house]

I'm afraid engineers aren't my style (even if they're pretty cool boots). I've thought about them some days and there is still a pretty good offer from a german shop for a pair of 2970 in my size (193€), but I guess they won't fit under most of my jeans unfortunately :-x

[MHP]

They fit under my 66xx (w36). Check this seller out:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Red-Wing-2970-ALL-SIZES-AVAILABLE_W0QQitemZ320426266631QQcmdZViewItemQQptZ UK_Clothing_Menswear_MensShoes_GL?hash=item4a9ae4d 007#ht_1757wt_813

[Atzec]

^that guy has some good offers and shp for free...

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Red-Wing-8134-ALL-SIZES-AVAILABLE_W0QQitemZ320426247849QQcmdZViewItemQQptZ UK_Clothing_Menswear_MensShoes_GL?hash=item4a9ae48 6a9

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Red-Wing-8165-ALL-SIZES-AVAILABLE_W0QQitemZ320426244467QQcmdZViewItemQQptZ UK_Clothing_Menswear_MensShoes_GL?hash=item4a9ae47 973

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Red-Wing-8181-ALL-SIZES-AVAILABLE_W0QQitemZ320472991894QQcmdZViewItemQQptZ UK_Clothing_Menswear_MensShoes_GL?hash=item4a9dadc 896

[fairylicks]

those prices are nice indeed. I think that you can get your favourite rw´s fairly cheap, if you just search for a while...

[dr.house]

Doesn't work for 9161...:-(

[fairylicks]

if you really want that pair so bad, maybe you´ll have to swallow the bitter pill, buyin it for 250€+ ;-)

[dr.house]

Of course, but sometimes it's a good advice to have a bit patience :-D

[fairylicks]

;-)

[Naoto the Zombie]

@Stefan: since your up for some Engineers, I guess those would appeal the most to you. 2972

http://www.rockerspeedshop.com/imagesBDD/DSCN0225.jpg

This is the model I want to buy when I go back to Japan next time. They're sheer beauty. ;-)
So I asked my friend in Japan to them once, but I finally had to give up
because the postage from Japan was too dear.

Well, I want to try them on at the shop anyway so I can wait.
(I also know some discount stores in Tokyo so I should go there to purchase).
I am very looking forward to getting the pair.

[beautiful_FrEaK]

They are really nice. They've got the same leather as my 2971 but the sole would appeal to more people here. What would they cost approx in one of those discount shops in Tokyo? Retail price in Germany is 279€ IIRC

[Redwinglover]

^my boots were sent on tuesday (at least that´s what he told me) and i´m still waiting. unfortunately i don´t have a tracking no.

hi Atzec,

who has resoled your boots ? can you send me a link please ?

[Naoto the Zombie]

They are really nice. They've got the same leather as my 2971 but the sole would appeal to more people here. What would they cost approx in one of those discount shops in Tokyo? Retail price in Germany is 279€ IIRC

I've already got some 6"& crepe soled RW boots anyway,
therefore I'd like to buy different style boots next time (Naturally!)

Moreover, the 2971 seems only available in Japan as far as I know,
so I think they can be good souvenir from Japan, too. ;-)

Basically there wouldn't be a huge price difference even in Japan,
but I know some local discount shops in markets in Tokyo
so I'm sure I could argue about the price at the shop
(Remember; I used to live in that country and used to speak their language :lol:).
And I'm hoping that the exchange rate would recover by the time
I go back there next time.

[Slowhand]

As I have just recieved a brand new pair of 9014, and starting to break them in, I thought it might be interesting to hear, if any of you guys have some special tricks to break in a new pair of boots...? Do you wear extra heavy soxs? Insoles or not? extra tight lacing? and so on..

A guy at a local leather-shop once told be how he had been out drinking all night, and dead drunk ended up walking home 3 or 4 km. in pouring rain. His boots were, needless to say, completely soaked within minutes. When he woke up the next day, the boots had the nicest fit ever! :-) In other words, soak them in the bathtub, and go for a long walk ;-)

[Atzec]

hi Atzec,

who has resoled your boots ? can you send me a link please ?

i got them resoled by a guy, who is affiliated to ridersroom:
http://www.ridersroom.de/red-wing/care.html
i sent them to ridersroom-store and they handed the boots to the shoemaker. just call them or write a mail in advance.
nice guys at the store and also the shoemaker himself. will report on quality soon.

other possibility (in germany) is:
http://www.redwings.de/cms/index.php?idcat=8
they were kind of negative in their mail and didn´t really try to help me. i think it´s okay for a simple resole, though.

[Redwinglover]

thank you. i hope to see some pics from your new soled shoes.

[IIIrd Icon]

As I have just recieved a brand new pair of 9014, and starting to break them in, I thought it might be interesting to hear, if any of you guys have some special tricks to break in a new pair of boots...? Do you wear extra heavy soxs? Insoles or not? extra tight lacing? and so on.......
shortcuts? not really... need to wear them to break them in. imo, wear socks thicker than you normally wear will stretch them further than you would want them.

as for making the journey less painful : #1. wipe with damp [not dripping] cloth & let dry :: #2. apply a mink oil & blowdry :: #3. apply Obenauf LP and leave overnight :: #4. blowdry & wipe off [beading] excesses.

wear for a few days, then repeat #3&4. if you want your boots with a little bit of shine apply shoe polish/cream__ use black on black. buff when dry.

***of course, others have their own technique.

[denimjunkie]

http://img.inkfrog.com/pix/countryattics/redwing1.JPG

http://img.inkfrog.com/pix/countryattics/redwing2.JPG

[dr.house]

As I have just recieved a brand new pair of 9014, and starting to break them in, I thought it might be interesting to hear, if any of you guys have some special tricks to break in a new pair of boots...? Do you wear extra heavy soxs? Insoles or not? extra tight lacing? and so on..

A guy at a local leather-shop once told be how he had been out drinking all night, and dead drunk ended up walking home 3 or 4 km. in pouring rain. His boots were, needless to say, completely soaked within minutes. When he woke up the next day, the boots had the nicest fit ever! :-) In other words, soak them in the bathtub, and go for a long walk ;-)

Just wear them, I wouldn't do anything but wearing.

[BoneyM]

New status: After more than 3 weeks of trying to break in a pair of RW 8138 my judgement so far: they are still without comparison the most uncomfortable ill-fitting boots that I have ever owned.
The fit around my feet is ok, not comfortable, but ok. Not nearly good enough for a boot in this price range.
Around the ankles and lower leg the fit is a joke. You need to wear bandages to prevent the rim from gnawing the leg and making them impossible to wear. This with the 3 top loops not in use !
The leather parts joining right on top of the ankles just hurts like hell.
Am I impressed, no! Would I recommend them, no! Overexposed and overpriced, absolutely.
They are now left in the closet, while I consider the hassle of selling them, or to just dump them in the trash.

[beautiful_FrEaK]

poor you

[lemmy]

are you sure you sized them right?

[denimjunkie]

It is quite exceptional that they only hurt in the ankles I think. And undone...have you tried the oiling trick that softens-up the leather?

[offyatree]

boney, you must have bought the wrong size. boooo!

or maybe your just joining the bandwagon hence they hurt.

[dr.house]

Hey BoneyM, sorry to hear that, but I agree with the other guys, you must've sized them wrong...

[Slowhand]

@ IIIrd: Not really looking for short cuts - but for tricks that will make the end result even better! IF these tricks exist.


Just wear them, I wouldn't do anything but wearing.

That, of course, is the #1 thing to do. And that's what I've been doing with the 'ol 1945s and 875s. And they've turned out great! ;-)

But I remember reading on a german site (which is why I might have got it wrong:oops:), that you should make sure to keep them tightly laced, all the way up, when breaking them in. And if that's true, then BoneyM might be doing something wrong... I mean, maybe lacing them high and tight might only result in a couple of days in pain (around the heels, ankle and lower leg), and after that the leather would be soft as butter, rather than wearing them loose, and having that stiff leather gnawing the legs for ever....?
I don't know...

When you oil your boots, how long will you leave them, before wiping off excess oil?

[BoneyM]

Thanks guys - sure the size is right, the fit around the foot is ok, but the top part from the ankles and up, is not made for a guy like me, thats for sure (thought I was quite normal). Soo I´ll leave it at that. Hope others have a better experience than I have had. But I could never recommend them to anyone based on my experience.

[dr.house]

When you oil your boots, how long will you leave them, before wiping off excess oil?

Over night, that's the usual way.

[Slowhand]

^ Thanks mate!

[beautiful_FrEaK]

what tools do you use to apply the oil? a brush, a cloth?

[denimjunkie]

A hammer :-) Sorry I couldnt resist. Just use a cloth or a sponge..a brush is to achieve sheen.

[beautiful_FrEaK]

I just thought a brush wouldn't suck up too much oil compared to a sponge or cloth. Ahh, I'll just use what I can find.

[denimjunkie]

Use a brush with cream or polish.

[denimjunkie]

Worn in 8146

http://coolmaterial.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/distressed-red-wing-cassic-boots.jpg

[Slowhand]

^ Extremely cool!

[Redwinglover]

New status: After more than 3 weeks of trying to break in a pair of RW 8138 my judgement so far: they are still without comparison the most uncomfortable ill-fitting boots that I have ever owned.
The fit around my feet is ok, not comfortable, but ok. Not nearly good enough for a boot in this price range.
Around the ankles and lower leg the fit is a joke. You need to wear bandages to prevent the rim from gnawing the leg and making them impossible to wear. This with the 3 top loops not in use !
The leather parts joining right on top of the ankles just hurts like hell.
Am I impressed, no! Would I recommend them, no! Overexposed and overpriced, absolutely.
They are now left in the closet, while I consider the hassle of selling them, or to just dump them in the trash.


i had the same problem only with the gentleman traveler. the leather is hard as steel, after 2 month i have sold them on ebay. if you are looking for a model that hasnt need a breakin, you should try the iron ranger 8112 Oro-iginal. the leather is very soft and with a small insole very comft. to wear.

[denimjunkie]

Rockin my spankin new 8146. These suckers are super comfy! I fcucking dont get it. I must have like elephant skin or something.

I guess i was genetically mutated after the military service ;-)

[dr.house]

what tools do you use to apply the oil? a brush, a cloth?

A sponge. It saves oil and allows an even applying of the oil.

[Redwinglover]

Rockin my spankin new 8146. These suckers are super comfy! I fcucking dont get it. I must have like elephant skin or something.

I guess i was genetically mutated after the military service ;-)

nice shoes, maybe you can tell me a bit more about the weight of the boot and the softnees from the sole compared to the normal white crepe sole version 8138.

[denimjunkie]

I would if I could. No experience with the crepe sole.
They weigh just like my IRs, tho, if that can be of any assistance.

[davety]

shit, now i want mine, too :lol:

although, since i've had no ship notice yet, i have an eerie feeling i'm gonna be dicked over on this one, too :-(

paranoid? who told you that?

[ThinFinn]

^just give them a few days daniel. don't think the same thing will happen to you twice :-D...


New status: After more than 3 weeks of trying to break in a pair of RW 8138 my judgement so far: they are still without comparison the most uncomfortable ill-fitting boots that I have ever owned.
The fit around my feet is ok, not comfortable, but ok. Not nearly good enough for a boot in this price range.
Around the ankles and lower leg the fit is a joke. You need to wear bandages to prevent the rim from gnawing the leg and making them impossible to wear. This with the 3 top loops not in use !
The leather parts joining right on top of the ankles just hurts like hell.
Am I impressed, no! Would I recommend them, no! Overexposed and overpriced, absolutely.
They are now left in the closet, while I consider the hassle of selling them, or to just dump them in the trash.

what size you've got in them? US?EU?

[denimjunkie]

Im gonna walk 5kms today in my 8146, later on Ill give the true verdict :-)
Actually, urban life does not normally permit lots of walking if you dont force it.

[fairylicks]

@ dj: show some pictures ;-) my 875 don´t hurt as well. the toe hurt is away since i walked in em some km...

But I think a will go half size up for my next pairs. Because of the cold weather, I have worn my 875´s with really thick socks. Wasn´t so much space left in them...

[davety]

goddamn, this thread moves quickly, i have a hundred points to put my 2 cents on, but it mostly comes down to breaking in your boots. boneym, i'm really unhappy that you'd give up on RW so quickly, there are tricks to use, but first and foremost if your feet hurt- stop wearing them until your feet stop hurting and start again when they're better. you need to periodise otherwise you'll just be pulling the scabs off before they have a chance to heal- surely you have other shoes you can alternate while breaking in th RW? you sound like the kid who gives up the gym because he doesn't look like arnold schwarzenegger after a month.

other tricks (and this is more generally addressed) that i use are alternating boots so my feet don't get completely ****ed by the new boots- i always wear thick worksocks and innersoles, so it's a bit of a granted, but find some decent ones in your country- i work in gumboots on concrete and it took me a long time to find the best on the market here in australia, so do a little research and find out what'll work the best- don't just settle for the cheapest 'work' socks you can find, because those are generally shit- and use a bit of common sense, don't wear business socks or tennis socks in a workboot, you need to use hardcore worksocks- surely everyone has a workwear store nearby, go and ask them.

finally, slowhand and your question about soaking boots in water to get an easy break- this will destroy your boots very quickly. i used to wear leathers in a wet work environment and water exposure meant that my blundstones would last about 2 months max before they got fungal infestations and dehydrated. soaking is not a bad idea, but soak in OIL, and only figuratively speaking- heavy oiling will significantly soften your leathers, but be careful you don't go overboard- you need some stiffness to maintain foot support. a heavy coating, with maybe a repeat follow-up, should give you a sufficiently raggy texture which will be more comfortable and malleable against your feet, and in the long run they'll set that way.

i wonder sometimes whether all that many guys here have had to wear serious boots for work before- real boots entail some pain and special tactics, it's not a quick or easy process, although some RWs are easier than others (the IRs seems to be quite an easy break). patience and fortitude, boys!

[BoneyM]

i had the same problem only with the gentleman traveler. the leather is hard as steel, after 2 month i have sold them on ebay. if you are looking for a model that hasnt need a breakin, you should try the iron ranger 8112 Oro-iginal. the leather is very soft and with a small insole very comft. to wear.

Thanks - they do look good, may try that. Thanks again

[BoneyM]

goddamn, this thread moves quickly, i have a hundred points to put my 2 cents on, but it mostly comes down to breaking in your boots. boneym, i'm really unhappy that you'd give up on RW so quickly, there are tricks to use, but first and foremost if your feet hurt- stop wearing them until your feet stop hurting and start again when they're better. you need to periodise otherwise you'll just be pulling the scabs off before they have a chance to heal- surely you have other shoes you can alternate while breaking in th RW? you sound like the kid who gives up the gym because he doesn't look like arnold schwarzenegger after a month.

!

You’re right, I don’t look like Arnold - hence my nic "BoneyM" :-D
Thanks for de advice, yeah I have other shoes/boots and I do/did take breaks.
Comes naturally when your feet hurt !
I´m selling. Thanks again.

[denimjunkie]

Got a mail from 111vox saying that my size (ordered and paid for) is no more in their stocks!

Wtf, is going on with these online stores. Jeez. Why cant they get a working ordering system?

SUUUUUUX!

[davety]

^ it's a conspiracy, mattias.i think cultizm has spoiled us rotten, so we expect perfect service from all internet retailers.

@ boneym, i didn't mean it as a personal attack, mate, there just seemed to be a lot of breaking issues here today. sell if you want, but you're mising out- i bitched and moaned about my RWs until the day they finally made sense and stopped hurting.

[denimjunkie]

I thinking of letting go of the 8135 now and get me some 9011s from cultizm (when they restock my size).
Its just that redish bliss....:cry:

[denimjunkie]

Btw, is 8135 a discontinued model?

[BoneyM]

^ it's a conspiracy, mattias.i think cultizm has spoiled us rotten, so we expect perfect service from all internet retailers.

@ boneym, i didn't mean it as a personal attack, mate, there just seemed to be a lot of breaking issues here today. sell if you want, but you're mising out- i bitched and moaned about my RWs until the day they finally made sense and stopped hurting.

I´m cool, appreciate all comments, yours too..

[Redwinglover]

Btw, is 8135 a discontinued model?

yes it is, like the black one, but maybe they will come back ?!

[denimjunkie]

Do you guys think that half a size up will be unwearable?
I got my 8146 in size 9 and they fir super perfect. The shop only has size 9.5US left.
Maybe with a thick insole?
I guess its mostly the length that differs here....

[ThinFinn]

^No i wouldn't say +0.5 is unwearable.
At first i had my 9014's in US9.5 and weared them till they got these issues on the welt part.
I exchangd them for a 9014 in US9 and i have to say they're fitting perfect.

So you see that i could even handle a +0.5 in my first ones...So imo +0.5 IS wearable...

[denimjunkie]

Ok, sounds good. Thanks.

Why did the welt crack?

[ThinFinn]

I've no clue at all mate...
happened twice and after that i got a full refund...

hope everything will be ok with the ones i bought from johncubus on the marketplace.
if not i'm just giving them to my local shoe maker so he can fix that...

[denimjunkie]

What shop gave you a full refund? Cultizm?

[ThinFinn]

no not cultizm...
purchased them over a friend off mine...

[Redwinglover]

Do you guys think that half a size up will be unwearable?
I got my 8146 in size 9 and they fir super perfect. The shop only has size 9.5US left.
Maybe with a thick insole?
I guess its mostly the length that differs here....

i wouldnt buy a pair of shoes which dont fit perfect. red wings will last forever :-)

you have the choice. some german onlineshops have your desired model on stock, but not for a cheap prive (250€). i would wait for a bargain on ebay in your right size, or maybe wait for the next collection.

[denimjunkie]

i wouldnt buy a pair of shoes which dont fit perfect. red wings will last forever :-)

you have the choice. some german onlineshops have your desired model on stock, but not for a cheap prive (250€). i would wait for a bargain on ebay in your right size, or maybe wait for the next collection.

Yes, the shop said they will contact RW for more sizes.
And they also said its a hand-over model. Which means if I get it right it wont be discontinued.

In the last case I will go for the 0.5 upsize.
Not so disastrous I reckon.

[fairylicks]

half size up won´t be that bad, if you use a nice insole... if 9 was perfect without an insole, 9,5 with insoles will be ok...

[Naoto the Zombie]

@DJ

Try.....
http://img704.imageshack.us/img704/3619/rwinsole.jpg (http://img704.imageshack.us/i/rwinsole.jpg/)

[denimjunkie]

Thanks Naoto. That might be a very good option.
There is a heat molding one also. A tad pricey, tho..

[dr.house]

I wouldn't go for a larger size, I've tried this too and it don't work for me. Anyway, those insoles are great (you must use insoles with RW's anyway imo).

[m00ba77]

I just ordered a pair of clarks desert boots (in beeswax... I don't like suede for some reason)
I ordered in the same size as my 9016's
is this correct?

I know those aren't redwings... but since a lot of people wear both, I thought it might be worth asking.

[Redwinglover]

RED WING 875 resoled with vibram

http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/2268/redwing.jpg

http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/8825/redwing2.jpg

http://img63.imageshack.us/img63/9050/redwing4.jpg

http://cgi.ebay.de/Red-Wing-875-Der-Klassiker-Schwarze-Vibramsohle-9-5-43_W0QQitemZ120522678333QQcmdZViewItemQQptZKleidun g_Accessoires_Schuhe_Herrenschuhe?hash=item1c0fb62 03d

@m00ba77
i have bought them half size bigger as my RW and they fit ok. the toe room is very limited.

[denimjunkie]

They look real nice!
Very much like the 8147.

[m00ba77]

@m00ba77
i have bought them half size bigger as my RW and they fit ok. the toe room is very limited.

So you're saying that I should have stuck with my normal size? I sized down 1/2 size for my RWs...

[Atzec]

i also wear 9 in rws, but 9.5 in clarks.
why didn´t you ask before ordering?

[m00ba77]

... thats a very good question...


I suppose that I was under the impression that I was supposed to size down 1/2 size from what I normally wear?

[denimjunkie]

Well, if you size down a full size for RW then a half for clarks should be right, correct?

[Redwinglover]

the clarks should be half size bigger than your RWs. in my chase they fit true - EU44,5.
in RWs i wear a EUR44 (UK9,5D) with light insoles and cotton socks.

[m00ba77]

but I didn't size down a full size on my RWs
I sized down a half size.

Oh well, I'll just see if they fit.
If not, I'll return them or sell them.

It took me quite a while to find some place that sold them in Beeswax, so I jumped the gun as soon as I found one in the size I thought I was looking for.

[offyatree]

i sized down 2 for my clark wallabees, btw. sized down 1/2 for my 875.

[denimjunkie]

finally I bought this one (which is supposed to be the best)
Maybe my 8135 half size up will be even better!!

http://www.lotsofboots.com/images/products/acc/Details.jpg

[beautiful_FrEaK]

where did you buy that? I only saw US online shops who cary those insoles

[denimjunkie]

I bought it in lotsofboots.com. (US store). But the shipping is a measly 2.86$!
Good price also. 39.95$

Dunno if I will do the molding on these suckers...

[Redwinglover]

where can i buy this ? i am looking a long time for the perfect insole with good archsupport. they seemed perfect.

[denimjunkie]

^Well Ill qoute myself..


I bought it in lotsofboots.com. (US store). But the shipping is a measly 2.86$!
Good price also. 39.95$

Dunno if I will do the molding on these suckers...

[beautiful_FrEaK]

erm...he just posted the link

edit: beat me to it

[Redwinglover]

thank you.

[denimjunkie]

doing to molding will obviously give a better fit, but might also give more room...

[Redwinglover]

what do you mean with "molding". can you explain the technic ?

***edit***
If you have sensitive feet and want to try the best insoles there are, you`ve come to the right place, because these are the BEST!
These are custom fit orthotics that you do yourself at home!
Just place the insoles in a warm oven (200°) for 2 minutes and then place in your boots.
Put the boots on and lace them up and stand in them for 2 minutes
and.......
VOILA!!!!
They custom mold to your feet and provide a level of support like no other..... fully guaranteed to last for TWO YEARS !!
** If you wear a half size, it is recommended to go down to the previous whole size. For example, if you wear a 10 1/2, you would order a 10 **

http://www.hanksclothing.com/red_wing_heat_moldable_insoles_buy.html

i have wondert why they are so expensice.

[fairylicks]

dayum. 42 bucks for an insole. that´s f***in expensive...

[m00ba77]

I wear Superfeet orange in my backpacking/mountaineering boots, they are $45.

and worth every penny when you are doing 20+ a day in rough terrain or even doing 3 miles with 3K ft elevation gain.

Good insoles are good.

[denimjunkie]

I wear Superfeet orange in my backpacking/mountaineering boots, they are $45.

and worth every penny when you are doing 20+ a day in rough terrain or even doing 3 miles with 3K ft elevation gain.

Good insoles are good.

Great! that will be perfect for my 5 minutes of hike to the subway each day. :lol:

[fairylicks]

^^yeah. believe this. But I don´t think, that the average mynbudies member who pays 200$+ for a pair of rw´s, walks a half-marathon each day... Seeing this, 40 or 45$ ar a lot of money for some insoles... And as I understood, dj only wanted those insoles, because his new redwings will be oversized 0,5...

[Redwinglover]

has someone already bought at the following ebay seller ?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Red-Wing-8146-ALL-SIZES-AVAILABLE_W0QQitemZ390096219796QQcmdZViewItemQQptZ UK_Clothing_Menswear_MensShoes_GL?hash=item5ad38be e94

[denimjunkie]

^^yeah. believe this. But I don´t think, that the average mynbudies member who pays 200$+ for a pair of rw´s, walks a half-marathon each day... Seeing this, 40 or 45$ ar a lot of money for some insoles... And as I understood, dj only wanted those insoles, because his new redwings will be oversized 0,5...

Yes, but an exclusive shoe calls for an exclusive insole, right?
And as I see it they might just last longer (not as long as the boots, though).

[offyatree]

do the insoles have to be really red wings...???? i am using dr.scholls insoles and they feel so comfy.

[Eirick]

Probably asked about a million times, but i'm not in the mood for scrolling 213 pages :P

I'm looking to buy a pair of 8113 Iron Rangers, but i'm not sure about the sizing.
Im a Chucks US9 / 42.5, Vans US 10.

I guess i need a size US8.5 or US9. But i'm not sure.
Can anyone help? I'm not in the position to try and fit in the store (at least, I don't know a reseller in the south of Holland)

[dr.house]

...and it's already answered about a million times. Go for US 9 (= EU 42), in other words: size down one from your regular size.

[fairylicks]

that was disgusting....

[denimjunkie]

Someone please delete that photo.
And, folks, you dont have to scroll 200something pages. Just use the search for gods sake.

[offyatree]

the search engine doesnt do much AFAIK.

[Atzec]

>search this thread
>type: "sizing"
>find zillion answers

[Slowhand]

There it is - the main reason why I'm always late for work....so many choices...And the addition of the GTs are not gonna make it any easier;-)

http://i896.photobucket.com/albums/ac163/PHM81/P1260002.jpg

[ThinFinn]

haha :-D
nice collection there mate!

[Slowhand]

^ Thanks! :-) Though I was quick to answer your "9014-welt-problem" with "Don't worry mate, just glue 'em", I can't help but to be a bit concerned that the same will happen to mine within a couple of weeks...:-?

[ThinFinn]

do you see some "nice" little rips or glue-problems in the weltarea already?

[offyatree]

slowhand, very nice collection indeed, man. i am digging the 9014!

[Redwinglover]

There it is - the main reason why I'm always late for work....so many choices...And the addition of the GTs are not gonna make it any easier;-)

http://i896.photobucket.com/albums/ac163/PHM81/P1260002.jpg

the left ones look very nice. is it the clapton one ?

[Slowhand]

^ Yes they are the Claptons/1945s

@ Thinnfin: No, no problem yet, but I have only worn them for a couple of days so far...

[ThinFinn]

^keep an eye on it though...

[denimjunkie]

And at least one eye on the road... :-)

[ThinFinn]

^smart ass ;-)

[fairylicks]

dayum. thats a nice little collection. those clpatons are badass. they´re deadstock???

[Slowhand]

^ Thanks mate!
Not quite sure what deadstcok means...? I got them back in 2001 when they were being produced. I'm not sure just how limited the production was, but I do see them brand new (is that deadstock?) on ebay from time to time...My favorite is still the 875s, but I do think that the Claptons are very very nice. Imo they just have the edge over the "normal" round toe-crepe sole.

[beautiful_FrEaK]

deadstock means, that the stock is dead :lol:
so that they won't be produced anymore

[Slowhand]

^ Yes, I was thinking that :-) Does the "stock"-part refer to the product still existing in mint condition, in limited numbers? I mean would the boots be deadstock, if there only existed used versions like mine, or would they simply be "dead":-D
...sorry, it's been a long day ;-)

[lemmy]

no a deadstock pair is when you find a brand new never worn pair from an old stock

[beautiful_FrEaK]

oh...that's so theoretical :lol:
it's late here too ;)

[lemmy]

it's not difficult guys. It's when you find something that's never been worn and usually forgotten somewhere..

[Redwinglover]

if some is searching for some good insoles >> http://www.yoursole.co.uk/products/footbeds/

[Slowhand]

no a deadstock pair is when you find a brand new never worn pair from an old stock

Yes, that's what I meant...which would NOT make my Claptons deadstock, but finding a brand new pair on ebay would...right? ;-)

[offyatree]

according to google dictionary, deadstock means :

"Definitions of deadstock on the Web:

* Old store item that is unused and never sold. Sometimes referred to as NOS (never off shelf). Often come with original packaging, tags, etc.. ...
www.funkandjunk.com/index.php"

[denimjunkie]

And it must be from a store too. I mean, if a private person have a pair of redwings not produced anymore for sale new in the box, doesn't make it deadstock.

[Slowhand]

Sometimes referred to as NOS (never off shelf).

When talking about guitars, NOS is translated into New Old Stock... but I guess that is the same as Never Off Shelf.

[fairylicks]

sorry for the confusion. I meant, they aren´t produced anymore...

[Slowhand]

sorry for the confusion. I meant, they aren´t produced anymore...

Yes, you're quite right. I'm not sure though, if they were produced only in 2001 or if there was a limited number. I don't remember them being labeled "limited edition" or anything back then, but apparently they were ;-)

[fairylicks]

how long do you owe those??

[Slowhand]

^ I got them in spring 2001. Back then no RWs were available in Denmark, so I got them off a UK webshop. But I kept wearing them with dress socks or tennis socks, so I was never really happy with the fit (and the pain). They actually have less wear on the soles than my 875s, which I got december 2008. But since I learned the "secret" about wool socks, they've had a lot of use :-)

[fairylicks]

is it really a big difference between wool and sport socks?

[beautiful_FrEaK]

I think wool socks re mostly thicker and thus more comfy.

some deals if anyone is interested:
http://www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk/Shop-By-Brand/Red-Wing-/icat/redwing&bklist=icat,5,shop,mens,mensbrands,redwing

[davety]

man, i keep saying that thick heavy worksocks are important for workboots. i only wear one brand, but it's australian and i don't know any international equivalents. they're not cheap, about $13AUD/pair (worksocks start around $1 here), but they're the best socks ever.
http://www.kingsize.com.au/photos/small.HOLS1137ASK.jpg
edit-available in wool/cotton/nylon/copper blends. you definitely notice the difference in the wool socks, but the cotton are better- more durable.

[Slowhand]

^ Yes, I also think it's down to the thickness of the socks, rather than the material. Then again, not sure that I would recommend to pairs of tennis socks, despite the "thickness that would create.

[fairylicks]

yeah. i have bought three pairs of worker socks for only 3 euros at aldi discounter market. Have to wait, till my mum wash those :-)

[davety]

i can't offer any opinions on other types of socks, i haven't worn anything but explorers for several years now, they're the only thing that helps my flat feet.

edit- fairylicks- invest in some good quality socks and you will be amply rewarded.

[Slowhand]

It is definitely my experience that when it comes to worker/hiking socks, higher price equals higher quality, and definitly much better fit and wear in your RW-type boots. Cheaper hiking socks often gives me either too hot feet or too clammy and cold feet, and gives an overall bad fit in the boot. But of course, if someone finds a satisfying fit and feel in a much cheaper sock, then go for it! ;-)

[monkeyass]

guys

i bought a pairs of red wing and it cost 396 AUD

is that expensive???

[woody]

depends on which ones you got... but it seems a bit pricey?

[davety]

@ monkeyass- yep, but that's the standard Australian RRP- RW Australia and Deus Ex Machina in sydney (the only two sellers here i know of) both retail the 875 (the only heritage boot i know sold here) at that price. you can get it cheaper elsewhere online, but at least you got them, and not have to go through the fvckabout i'm dealing with trying to get mine.

i'm being seriously delayed by shoebuy.com, after being dicked about by unique. getting mighty sick of this shit- STICK WITH CULTIZM!

[woody]

oh i should have mentioned a while ago, www.aptmnt.com now sell RWs, but only have two models (black and original moc-toe crepe sole boots) but will be getting more in over time. obviously it is quite pricey

EDIT: they are a store in brisbane btw

[zeroordie]

Where can you get the 8014 GT's?

[dr.house]

8014?

[ThinFinn]

Where can you get the 8014 GT's?

i think you're meaning the 9014 GT eh?...

-> here! (http://www.cultizm.com/product_info.php?info=p153_RED-WING-BOOTS---9014-D-BLACK-FEATHERSTONE.html)

[denimjunkie]

I hope he has bigger feet than size 10US...

[ThinFinn]

...hahaha :-D...

[Slowhand]

i think you're meaning the 9014 GT eh?...

-> here! (http://www.cultizm.com/product_info.php?info=p153_RED-WING-BOOTS---9014-D-BLACK-FEATHERSTONE.html)

seconed about 9014 GTs and Cultizm! Super fast shipping, great service, and a very nice price on the 9014s. Btw, I know that Cultizm will have at least one pair of 9014 in 9,5 US in stock shortly, coz I've returned a pair (and kept a size 10 :-))

[monkeyass]

@ monkeyass- yep, but that's the standard Australian RRP- RW Australia and Deus Ex Machina in sydney (the only two sellers here i know of) both retail the 875 (the only heritage boot i know sold here) at that price. you can get it cheaper elsewhere online, but at least you got them, and not have to go through the fvckabout i'm dealing with trying to get mine.

i'm being seriously delayed by shoebuy.com, after being dicked about by unique. getting mighty sick of this shit- STICK WITH CULTIZM!


YES, i bought 8130 at deux ex Machina in sydney

is that expensive for 8130 (396 AUD) ???

because i bought my 875 only 170USD at USA (L.A.)

@WOODY

8130

[denimjunkie]

Well, onlyredwing did actually deliver as they promised....

[fairylicks]

^pictures :-)

[denimjunkie]

No, they delivered the boots. :lol:

[fairylicks]

ah. okay. I misunderstood. Are you fine with your pair? how is the breaking in progress?

[denimjunkie]

I am really content with them. Wearing them now...only the second time wearing them today so not so much breaking in going on.

[offyatree]

seconed about 9014 GTs and Cultizm! Super fast shipping, great service, and a very nice price on the 9014s. Btw, I know that Cultizm will have at least one pair of 9014 in 9,5 US in stock shortly, coz I've returned a pair (and kept a size 10 :-))

you are the man! i will get those now. when did you return them? were they too tight for you? what size do you wear in 875?

[Slowhand]

^ Yeah, I remember reading that you needed that size - happy to be of service ;-) I returned them this Wednesday, and they must have gotten them by now, coz the money has already been returned. Great service!

I wear a US 10 (43) E in 875. They feel just a little bit too wide, so I use thick insoles. I bought both the 9,5 and the 10s (US) in 9014s, just to give the smaller ones a try. But these boots are a D, which is more narrow, so I chose the 10s like my 875s. So, like dr.house advised me, the 875s and GTs are sized the same....only the 9014s now feel quite tight, but I think they will be fine once they're broken in.

[ThinFinn]

^yep you're right there.
After a few days of wear they're some comfy ass boots... ;-)

[offyatree]

feeling tight in the beginning is normal i guess. they'll stretch out in a few days. sweet, i am waiting for dejan's reply now. excited!

[Slowhand]

^ I hope you'll get them! Nice boots indeed...

[dr.house]

feeling tight in the beginning is normal i guess. they'll stretch out in a few days. sweet, i am waiting for dejan's reply now. excited!

Give 'em an oil session at the beginning and they'll get smoother. Congrats, our next shared pair of RW's ;-)

[offyatree]

you mean some mink oil, stefan? cuz i only have mink oil at home.
hell yes to the bandwagon! woohoo!

[denimjunkie]

After a few days of wear they're some comfy ass boots... ;-)

A boot in the ass is not comfy. :-D

[ThinFinn]

^can you tell from own experience or why do you know such stuff matt? ;-)

[fairylicks]

:-D

[denimjunkie]

I knew you would ask that ;-)

[fairylicks]

every day another story. hard to show us your log with a boot in the ass :-P just kidding :-D

[iwannudies]

Tsk tsk Pasko the shopaholic, more RW's!!!

[davety]

see, here in australia, a 'boot in the arse' would have a far more innocent meaning than it seems is being drawn here, since a boot in the arse means a kick in the arse to us. there's no implication of insertion- must be a german thing :lol:

anyway, i shot off a mildly pissed-off email to shoebuy yesterday about how long it would take to get a ship confirmation on the RWs, and lo and behold they got straight off their arses and did it straight away :roll: now it's in the trusty hands of dhl, and should be here soon. such a relief, i should've pestered them sooner, but i think a week is fair play, no? :-D

[dr.house]

you mean some mink oil, stefan? cuz i only have mink oil at home.
hell yes to the bandwagon! woohoo!

Pasko, what's the hell got into you :lol:? Boot Oil is the way to go...:mrgreen::mrgreen::mrgreen:

[Redwinglover]

is mink oil that bad ?
i have only used this sillycone thing. how can i clean it from my iron rangers ?`any ideas ?

[dr.house]

It's discussed a thousand times. The RW Mink Oil contains silicone, this closes the pores of the leather. It's not that bad on smooth leathers like GT's, but it's a must not on oil tanned leather like 875's. There are products like the RW leather cleaner, maybe that works? Ah, and Pasko asked for a softening effect on his 9014's. In this case he should use the oil. Yeah man, now go ahead, click my signature and buy my stuff ;-)

[offyatree]

Ah, and Pasko asked for a softening effect on his 9014's. In this case he should use the oil. Yeah man, now go ahead, click my signature and buy my stuff ;-)

alright, i am gonna use the mink oil once i receive my GTs. also, i dont wanna buy another kind of oil just for new boots, i wanna use what i have at home...
it doesnt really hurt to help a mynudies vet, no, stefan? :mrgreen::mrgreen:

also

[Atzec]

sup pasko, i thought you wouldn´t get on our nerves till sunday. ;-)

5 of us will be leaving for a 2 days 300 km bike touring. will be back sunday evening. ciao!

[offyatree]

leaving saturday morning, mate. i just got back from the bar. it's 12.20AM. cheers. bed time now.

[dr.house]

^hey pasko, cool. I wasn't too serious buddy!

[ThinFinn]

what do you guys think off these?

rw 2904
http://www.abc-mart.net/shop/images/products/43761400011.jpg

[dr.house]

Typical japanese style imo...interesting, but not my cup of tea.

[ThinFinn]

yeah i know (with the jap.style thing) but imo they're quiet interesting...haven't seen them on here anywhere...

[Atzec]

i haven´t seen a pair of lace-to-toe boots, that i liked. these are no exception, even if they´re not "real" lace-to-toe.

[Redwinglover]

i like this one.

http://www.selectism.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/redwing-lineman-boot-2934-00.jpg

@thinfinn
who is selling this model in germany ?

[denimjunkie]

Japanese market only, sadly...

[fairylicks]

what the heck??? 399€ for a worn looking 877?!?

http://www.volls.de/index.php?cat=RED_WING_SHOES&product=RW-877R

looking forward the day anybody presents this one as his last buy. Oh my... Think it´ll never happen...

[davety]

god damn it, why do people make predistressed boots? :roll:

what do you guys think of the rw chukkas? i'm tempted to grab a pair in the oro-iginal, but i still haven't decided yet. i want something in the oro-iginal, and i like the idea of a crepe sole, and i was thinking of going for the 875, but i already have (or at least i will soon) a moc-toe. don't know- any opinions?
http://www.cultizm.com/images/product_images/info_images/367_0.jpg

[lemmy]

what do you guys think off these?

rw 2904
http://www.abc-mart.net/shop/images/products/43761400011.jpg

Tiro owns a pair of those and I think it's one of the best looking RW models around...
What's the 'japanese thing' you are talking about?

[fairylicks]

I don´t like those chukkas, imo they look like orthopedic shoes...

[lemmy]

what do you guys think of the rw chukkas?

I like them and I think they will look great after some wear

[denimjunkie]

Got my 8135 in half size too big. They are BIG!

[woody]

what do you think the 8113 (hawthorne IR) would look like dubbed? thinking it could look pretty good personally but i dont know much about it.

[Redwinglover]

i like them, they are very nice :D specially for the months in spring.

[denimjunkie]

If you gonna dub hawtornes, why not buy amber of oro-original directly?

[dr.house]

Got my 8135 in half size too big. They are BIG!

That's why I've told you not to size up.

[fairylicks]

@ dj: have you already inserted the insole?

[ThinFinn]

Tiro owns a pair of those and I think it's one of the best looking RW models around...
What's the 'japanese thing' you are talking about?

Well then i have to chase for some wear-pics of these in this thread ;-)...
the 'jap.thing' i was talking about was, that stefan said that these are some typical jap.styled boots...

coped them in used condition yesterday :-P
will post pics as soon as they arrive ;-)

[dr.house]

So now you've got three pairs right?
@lemmy: I mean that lace-to-toe-look.

[ThinFinn]

^nope..."just" two.
9014+2904...

[lemmy]

@lemmy: I mean that lace-to-toe-look.

great purchase TF!
those are NOT lace to toe by the way...;-)

[lemmy]

the 8815 is lace to toe

http://thumbnail.image.rakuten.co.jp/@0_mall/buzz-i/cabinet/goods/redwing8815-3.jpg

...and I like these as well!

[ThinFinn]

^same here...these are looking awesome as well.
never have seen these before!

[dr.house]

great purchase TF!
those are NOT lace to toe by the way...;-)

I know, I've forgotten to type: "lace-to-toe" ;-)
@thinfinn: I thought you've also bought those red ones with the glued on sole?

I'm still looking for something different besides all that (nevertheless great) GT, IR and 875's and the like stuff. Searching ebay up back and forth, I've found a rare Chippewa but I dunno if I really dig that pre-distressed look:

http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/5701/unbenanntbh.png (http://img39.imageshack.us/i/unbenanntbh.png/)

[ThinFinn]

^ah ok. now i know!
yes so now it's 3 rw's overall :-P
haven't thought about the 204 cuz I'm selling it again atm. it's just too small!

chippewa's would be a great variation to all off your rw's...even if those aren't my cup of tea!

[beautiful_FrEaK]

they are not that bad. maybe I should check out some chippewas too

[denimjunkie]

What soles are those?

[dr.house]

Vibram.

[denimjunkie]

@ dj: have you already inserted the insole?

Yes, I have. Didnt get the RW 44 euros one eventually but just
some from the local shoe store.

The boots are a tad too big. But will work with thick socks for sho.

How can a half size bigger be so much?

Anyways I would have been far worse with a half size smaller...:-|

[dr.house]

How can a half size bigger be so much?

Anyways I would have been far worse with a half size smaller...:-|

And you would have been perfect with the right size ;-)
Measure your feet exactly and you'll see how much a half size means in both directions...:shock:

[denimjunkie]

Measure your feet exactly and you'll see how much a half size means in both directions...

what do you mean? :confused:

[dr.house]

what do you mean? :confused:

I don't think that many ppl know the exact measurements of their feet...Mine are exactly 27.8cm long e.g, which means my true shoesize is 43 (EU). But I've got shoes sized between 42 and 44 (and all fit well!) so the best way is to measure the insole of shoes if possible.

[Redwinglover]

now i will show you my new 9111. according to redwing they have the same "slim" last as the iron rangers. according to my feet they are right :D very nice.
the leather is very smooth and doesnt need a breakin. i am very happy.

http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/1903/45080630.jpghttp://img690.imageshack.us/img690/8636/27240832.jpghttp://img200.imageshack.us/img200/8090/42509108.jpg

[beautiful_FrEaK]

I also tried the 9111 some weeks ago and liked them I think they are nice and less bulky as the 875

[dr.house]

Hmm, what's bulky on a 875 :confused: ?

[Redwinglover]

I also tried the 9111 some weeks ago and liked them I think they are nice and less bulky as the 875

yes you are right. i have tried them too, half size smaller then the 9111 and they are much more heavier and more roomy at the toeroom.

in the picture they are both uk9,5.

[beautiful_FrEaK]

the seam on the toe box make them kinda bulky in my eyes

[ThinFinn]

@redwinglover:
these are some nice boots sir. was about to get the same (cuz of the fact tilmann wrote over the 875 -> bulky) but now i'm waiting for my 2904.
bought them in used condition so they're already broken in... ;-)

also still waiting for my 9014...we got the perfect boot winter over here and all i can do is run around in some sneakers :-(...

[dr.house]

Hmm, the more I look at your last purchase Rafael...

http://img32.imageshack.us/img32/9412/unbenanntfm.png (http://img32.imageshack.us/i/unbenanntfm.png/)

^found this pair.

[beautiful_FrEaK]

I'm not too fond of that...but I can't put the finger on it and say why

[dr.house]

I like the combination of shoe and sole, they're pretty simple styled. They've got the idea of a lace to toe boot without being one ;-)

[ThinFinn]

well from what ale said about the 8815 then imo this is also a "lace-to-toe" boot isn't it?...
i don't digg the vibram sole. don't know why but i think these would look better with a white crepe sole...just my 2 cents!

[dr.house]

There is another model in dark brown ith the crepe sole (like yours). There are some other new models at ridersroom.de, check it out.

[ThinFinn]

hmmmmm...sorry but i haven't found it.
what modell-# you're talking about?2905?

[Redwinglover]

check this out
http://www.lace-up.de/files/14350$2$5$2.jpg

http://www.lace-up.de/herren-schuhe-red-wing-6-lace-toe.html

[ThinFinn]

^EU40.5?
not for stefan :-P...

[fairylicks]

okay. those are real nice. lucky guy with 40,5...

[Redwinglover]

do you have any ideas how i get the white crepe sole a little bit darker ? they are new and imho they look terrible.

[davety]

and the 8146 arrives... :-D

i was also thinking of waiting until cultizm restocks the 9014, but the price just took a bit of a jump today :shock:

[dr.house]

do you have any ideas how i get the white crepe sole a little bit darker ? they are new and imho they look terrible.

Wearing.

[beautiful_FrEaK]

anybody noticed dye coming off when you oil your boots?

[davety]

nope