What boots do you guys prefer?

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  1. Truckingdaytrader

    Truckingdaytrader Light Load Member

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    I am starting an LTL job next week. I haven't had a job that required boots in decades. The job requires a fair amount of doc work with a forklift. I want something tough and durable that will last but is also comfortable. What do ya'll recommend?
     
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  3. Metalicious

    Metalicious Road Train Member

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    I always go with Wolverine. They're relatively inexpensive, comfortable and last a long time. All the steel toes I have gotten have been pretty light weight too. If you have to get steel toe and shank, I am at a loss on that one.
     
  4. Hammer166

    Hammer166 Crusty Information Officer

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    2nd on Wolverine. You can normally wear them all day, the first day, without issues you'd normally experience with new boots.
     
  5. Dave_in_AZ

    Dave_in_AZ Road Train Member

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  6. Diesel Dave

    Diesel Dave Last Few of the OUTLAWS

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    IMG_5039.jpeg Red Wings Only. The old and the new getting treated/cured. I’ve resoled the old twice.
     
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  7. hope not dumb twucker

    hope not dumb twucker Road Train Member

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    Timberland pro direct attach. Available with and with out steel. Real comfortable and take a beating. I beat the snot outta boots and last a year and half before the tread is worn enough that water gets in.
     
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  8. Gabbadj

    Gabbadj Bobtail Member

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    Redwing is my go to for work boots. I do like Keen too. I have an old pair of Sketchers boots that I keep around because I like them soo much.
     
  9. Gridaxe5588

    Gridaxe5588 Light Load Member

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    Second the Timberland boots, very durable plus they are as comfortable on day one as they are a year later.
     
  10. RockinChair

    RockinChair Road Train Member

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    Redwings have always lasted longer than any other brand I've tried.
     
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