Question:
I'm looking for a pair of engineer boots. Tried on 2 pair so far and they
felt like I was wearing a pair of cinder blocks sewn to a leather bag. Anyone
know a decent manuf. who puts out a comfortable pair? Also, I'm used to riding
with Timberlands, should I stick with a lug sole like construction boots or go
with the smoother bottom?
Answer:
I bought a pair of Chippewa engineer boots. They gather dust in my closet.
They were uncomfortable to walk in and flopped around like two burlap sacks. I
ended up getting a pair of Caterpillar lace up steel toed jobs that fit good, have
lasted forever, and look fine. They have the lug sole and haven't worn down yet.
Screw the smooth bottom, and see if you can find steel tips for
them...you never know when traction and a good steel tipped boot might
come in handy!!
I posted the same question (approximately) about 7 months ago, and,
upon all the recommendations I got here, got the CAT boots (or
Caterpillar).
They are, without a doubt, the most comfortable boots I've ever worn.
Personally, I would *never* go with a smooth sole on a boot I'm
planning on riding with (or even walking with ). Trying to back up a
bike with a slippery/smooth sole is not something I'd want to do often.
Not to mention the fact that you do want the most traction you can get
(it's nice to put your foot down at an interesection and not have it slip).
i've got two pair of redwings and one pair of wesco's ........ the
redwings can be a bitch to break in - but once they get there, very
comfortable. the wesco's aren't boots, their an investment - in excess
of $350. but they have a lifetime warranty against defect. the soles
wore out after three years of heavy use, industrial application, and
wesco is rebuilding them (back and side leather panels as well as the
sole) for $100. they are, without question, the most comfrotable boot
i have ever had.
