I need help finding these boots.

[Laner]

I think i'm the only one who isn't a frye fan...I've bought a couple boots from them through the years and the leather is so freaking hard it never breaks up and softens.

Yeah when Frye started getting big again a few years back I tried on a pair that a friend had bought. He loved my Daytons but didnt want to drop the cash on them so he went Frye instead. At that point he was in them for a couple weeks and when I put them on I was not too impressed.

Granted his were motorcycle black rebel types but yes the leather was hard as fuck and looked like they were meant for a polish instead of an oil (I need oil on my boots for the rain) so that alone killed them for me. But Frye does have a lot of different types of boot, so who knows.

As for me, as long as I buy boots that need to stand up to biking, rain, and shitkickings it will always be Daytons. My boots felt like slippers and I walked right out the factory with them on my feet feeling invincible.

 

[reaper23]

i have the 12R harness and a pair of lace up combat boots from frye. love them both and find them very comfortable. the combat boots break in a little more but the harness seem great to me. have had them each more than two years and they look the same as when i got them, or better.

maybe this winter i'll branch out and try daytons.

 

[Laner]

maybe this winter i'll branch out and try daytons.

If you live in place with snow make sure you get the proper tread sole. It rarely snows where I live but when it does my Daytons are dangerous.

 

[eveningdiary]

So I solved my issue with the brown boot by getting in soles. I wrote about it on my in sole thread. I think everyone with any minor or major issue with their shoe should get a pair. They were super cheap and significantly helpful. I was ready to spend between 50 to 80 dollars on in soles. Mine costs 16 bucks.

 

[rudebwoy]

maybe this winter i'll branch out and try daytons.

If you live in place with snow make sure you get the proper tread sole. It rarely snows where I live but when it does my Daytons are dangerous.

I see you know your boots, what are your thoughts on Red Wings. I dropped over $200 on a pair last winter and love them to death.

Dayton's are more expensive, correct?

 

[Laner]

I see you know your boots, what are your thoughts on Red Wings. I dropped over $200 on a pair last winter and love them to death.

I wore Red Wings when I was steel fabricating. They are still the most common work boot in that type of environment. They are comfortable and well made, which are the most important factors when wearing them all day on concrete surface.

I seen some more "stylish" Red Wings at Urban Outfitters but I have no idea of the quality of them. If they are built to the same standard as their work boots I would not hesitate to pick up a pair if I like the style.

Dayton's are more expensive, correct?

Yeah Daytons are around $400.

My studio is close to the factory and they have what are called "Cinderella boots" that were made but never claimed. Its a luck thing, and I walked in one day and the exact boots I wanted were there, in my size, and for $200.

 

[Aliblahba]

I can't find shit right now that is in my size or looks good. Frustrating. Manufacturers are changing style and are tapped out due to Christmas sales. Dammit.

Here's a couple of interesting ones though:

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[Cincinnatus]

Hey Ali, you mentioned the Oakley 8" tactical boots, I peeped a few online and am interested. Looks like a great boot. Found some for sale on Amazon and one reviewer noted that the non-military versions are made overseas, while the military version is made in the USA. Dude said the ones made overseas don't last long. So I guess I'm gonna scout some mil-surp stores.

How do you rate the Oakley tacticals for durability?[/quote]

 

[Aliblahba]

Oakley boots=10/10. Anything else is weesh. Hell, I invented weesh. Oakleys have the best ankle support, and I've been through just about every high end brand out there. They breathe well and last forever. You can run in them without getting shin splints. Great traction on the treads. Buy the issued ones. They are expensive, but for me just the ankle support alone is worth it.

 

[Cincinnatus]

Gotcha. Thanks, man.

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[Aliblahba]

After an exhaustive search I've settled on these:


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http://www.thefryecompany.com/mens-boots/view-all/87066/smith-harness

They have a low profile heel, unlike the original harness. Those were murder on my ankles and knees. Once I can find my size and get them in, I'll pair up jeans to match. Going for this look:




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A little vanilla from what I was after, but it'll do for now.

 

[Laner]

Interesting boot. Suede is not what one expects on such a boot (which is good).

Whats the upkeep like? Post your thoughts on here after you have had them for a bit I would like to see how they break in.

 

[Aliblahba]

Interesting boot. Suede is not what one expects on such a boot (which is good).

Whats the upkeep like? Post your thoughts on here after you have had them for a bit I would like to see how they break in.

In less than hour I can tell you they are no where near as still as the original. Much easier on the feet. Plus they have strap rings on both sides of the boot, so I can get creative, like clipping chains to go around the back of the heels....if I want to dress them up.

Right now they are going through rigorous testing. Today I'm conducting the "Lay on the couch with the dog while wearing jeans, boots, and tshirt, drinking a beer". This test could take some time. I'll report back.



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[reaper23]

frye customer support is the best too. they send me a replacement pair of boots without even flinching. 23 months later! also sent me shoelaces for free. A+ company.

 

[kevingreen]

Nice choice you have !