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Work Boots
What is Work Boots?

Work boots are a type of footwear designed to provide protection and support for workers in various industries. They are typically made with durable materials and feature safety features such as steel toes and slip-resistant soles.

Treendly Index Treendly Forecast Google YouTube Amazon
MOM: +2.99%
How much search volume does it get?
Google searches
165K/mo
Amazon searches
60.6K/mo
Who is interested in this?
Gender
Female
51%
Male
35%
Unspecified
14%
Age
18-24
47%
25-34
29%
35-44
10%
45-49
4%
50-54
4%
55-64
5%
65+
4%

Is Work Boots trending?

Yes. Work Boots growing with a month-over-month change of 2.22% over the past 5 years, with approximately 165,000 monthly searches.

This is a seasonal trend that peaks every November. The seasonal demand is forecasted to decline over the next year.


Why is Work Boots trending?

1
Safety
Work boots are designed to provide protection for workers in hazardous environments. They often feature steel toes, puncture-resistant soles, and other safety features to prevent injuries on the job.
2
Comfort
Many work boots are designed with comfort in mind, featuring cushioned insoles and breathable materials to keep feet comfortable during long workdays.
3
Durability
Work boots are made with durable materials such as leather and rubber to withstand the wear and tear of daily use. This makes them a cost-effective investment for workers who need reliable footwear.
4
Style
Work boots have become a popular fashion trend in recent years, with many people wearing them as a stylish accessory rather than for work purposes. This has led to an increase in the variety of styles and colors available.
5
Versatility
Work boots are not just for workers in industrial settings. They can be worn for a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and hunting, making them a versatile footwear option.

What are people saying?

46 threads
AI Insights Mixed sentiment
Discussions about work boots are largely absent in the provided threads, with only a few mentions relating to physical attributes and functionality in various contexts. The conversations seem to focus more on other topics, leading to a lack of coherent discussions specifically about work boots.
Physical Attributes
Several threads mention the weight and design of boots, indicating a focus on their physical characteristics.
Functionality
There are discussions on how well boots perform in different environments, though specific details about work boots are limited.
Fashion vs. Utility
Some threads touch on the aesthetic aspects of boots, suggesting a blend of style and practicality in footwear choices.
Common questions
  • What are the best brands for work boots?
  • How do I choose the right work boots for my job?
  • What features should I look for in work boots?
  • Are steel-toed boots necessary for all jobs?
  • How do I properly care for my work boots?
Pain points
  • Difficulty in finding boots that are both comfortable and durable.
  • Concerns about the weight of boots affecting mobility.
  • Frustration with boots that do not provide adequate protection.
  • Issues with sizing and fit leading to discomfort.
  • Limited options for stylish yet functional work boots.
r/soccer
[MARCA] Kylian Mbappe on Messi and Ronaldo debate: "Without sounding condescending, if you tell me Ronaldo lacks natural talent or Messi hasn't put in the work, it means you’ve never in your life laced up your boots to train day in and day out. I’m speaking from the heart."
submitted by /u/MeteorFalls297 to r/soccer [link] [comments]
MeteorFalls297 · Jun 6, 2026
r/SipsTea
Trying to get rich so that capitalism doesn't crush you under its boot is proof positive that capitalism doesn’t work for the working class
submitted by /u/McDowdy to r/SipsTea [link] [comments]
McDowdy · Jun 3, 2026
r/VintageFashion
Dr marten work boots with my vintage skirt, guys? Ye or nay?
Sadly I need a good non slip work shoe for one of my jobs, should I return this pair or are they acceptable with my vintage? I own a lot of plaid skirts of similar length. This skirt is a 1950s pendleton also no face this time sorry lol I'm horribly sick and just threw this outfit on to ask submitted by /u/Koi-Nami to r/VintageFashion [link] [comments]
Koi-Nami · Jun 2, 2026
r/AllThatsHistory
In 1983, Cliff Young, a 61-year-old potato farmer, showed up in work boots to compete in Australia’s toughest ultramarathon alongside elite athletes. Unaware that competitors were meant to sleep during the race, he kept running continuously. Against all expectations, he won by a margin of 10 hours.
submitted by /u/malihafolter to r/AllThatsHistory [link] [comments]
malihafolter · May 21, 2026
r/mildlyinfuriating
The way I accidentally peed on my boot at work
I work outdoors the whole day, and need to squat down to pee. Unfortunately the stream decided that my urination should be visually announced to all my coworkers. submitted by /u/iperite to r/mildlyinfuriating [link] [comments]
iperite · Apr 24, 2026
r/WorkBoots
What work boots are y'all getting the most bang for your buck with?
I love the Keen Dovers for comfort but I can't seem to get a year out of them. My buddy said using mink oil will make them last longer but I'm also shopping around different brands and trying not to spend more than $250. submitted by /u/AccomplishedEstate11 to r/WorkBoots [link] [comments]
AccomplishedEstate11 · Mar 9, 2026
All threads (46)
Thread Source Author Date
RE:I want to steal the bean. (Worm OC)
... up as the massive fucker's boots flew a few feet above... a brief moment. Make it work. "He's a sadist, a secret...
forums.spacebattles.com torn_seams Jun 7, 2026
RE:Wheel Bearing problems
... they BTW? Never know ..might work out great. What I meant... replacing front bearings is enough work, I kind of want to... rust out due to failed boots (cheap rubber) ..and fail that...
forums.tdiclub.com Gruni14 Jun 7, 2026
RE:Failed offline upgrade from F43 -> F44
... the symlink, and the system boots normally. Confirmed in journal: dnf-system-upgrade...]: removed ‘/system-update’ WHAT DID NOT WORK Manually creating the symlink at...
discussion.fedoraproject.org crivens Jun 7, 2026
RE:Fedora 43 → 44 upgrade keeps failing and rolling back (noob, need guidance �)
... the symlink, and the system boots normally. Confirmed in journal: dnf-system-upgrade...]: removed ‘/system-update’ WHAT DID NOT WORK Manually creating the symlink at...
discussion.fedoraproject.org crivens Jun 7, 2026
PC starts normally, won't start in safe mode - 3F0 Error
... nothing has work. My harddrives are fine, my PC boots normally just...
h30434.www3.hp.com MrWelcome Jun 7, 2026
Sudden VPN Issues
... to the TP extension. I work from home most days and ... seconds and the VPN connection boots up in seconds. I am... tried to connect to her work VPN this morning... can anyone...
helpforum.sky.com Steve+Pilman Jun 7, 2026
RE:AVL Trip Report - Tourists, BRP, Craggy and Mitchell
... Resort a dozen times for work and liked it well enough... queen room and made it work. The only non-positive thing I ... pair of something shoes or boots. https://maps.app.goo.gl/... operations for something else (mountains, work, etc).
carolinafirearmsforum.com 9outof10mms Jun 7, 2026
RE:Terminator engine swap begins… and will take a while.
... the existing ones have damaged boots on the ball joints and... figure that’s a bunch of work and hassle.
www.svtperformance.com 0 Jun 7, 2026
Re: Reverse-engineering a HD63B03RP-based AES Prodata bus ticket machine
...** — which is why a unit boots fine from ROM but sits... comms code** — irrelevant to protocol work. --- ## 13. LCD display... config (forum evidence: bus comms work without it). Probe points for...
www.eevblog.com Rjevski Jun 7, 2026
RE:Fate/Worm - Ascension
... they just - they wouldn't work - wouldn't listen. They kept... just watch them while I work. I read Justine. I can... bookies happy. But it doesn't work in the long run - ... if what we considered would work - and it did. They... I could have made anything work - but if I wanted... oil armor, the combat leather boots, the silk-layered vambraces and grey-black...
forums.spacebattles.com WalkerRed Jun 7, 2026
RE:Multiple instagram accs on one iphone
... spend more time fixing palera1n boots and tweaking detection bypasses than... later on, cheap androids with work profiles are way less head...
www.blackhatworld.com XSMMDoctor Jun 7, 2026
RE:She-Ra: On Crimson Wings (She-Ra and the Princesses of Power/Marvel Crossover)
... athletic white and aqua colored boots, with gold soles and accents... take off one of her boots. A look of confusion came... heard the sound of stomping boots on sand and rock coming..., falling unconscious soon after. "Good work you two!" Huntara complimented Catra...
forums.spacebattles.com B Jun 7, 2026
RE:A Young Woman's Mercenary Ideal [Youjo Senki/BattleTech]
... astechs were finishing their work on the knee joint ... complete faith in your work and one more request ... and your men to work a little overtime. Compensated, ...supposed to be at work? Shaking the feeling I stepped...alright, why aren't you at work?" "Don't change the subject!" ...with pants, shirt, coat, boots cap, and accessories such as ... substitutes for items like the boots. "Marta." She cocked an eyebrow....
forums.spacebattles.com UnfunnyPlaywrite Jun 7, 2026
RE:A Song of Lions and Dragons [A song of Ice and Fire/Fire Emblem Three Houses]
... ship. Marrick laughed when his boots hit the deck, brandishing his... his position. That seemed to work, so Marrick jumped onto the... slow to get back to work, his vision was clearing up ... able, seeing a pair of boots walking on the deck, settling ...
forums.spacebattles.com AllenWalker Jun 7, 2026
RE:Everybody Wants To Rule The World
... floor stretched out beneath Jaime's boots, so smooth it mirrored him... die. ​ ***​ The stone beneath their boots was slick with blood. Bodies... or knightly chivalry. A man's work. When it was over, 4... from the throne room. His boots clicked softly against the stone...
forums.spacebattles.com Warmaster_Abaddon Jun 7, 2026
RE:Votes vs Fremantle
ferball said: We slipped over all game. I dunno if they deserve it. given no one has worn studded boots for 20 years you could argue his work went at 100 percent.
www.bigfooty.com koshari Jun 7, 2026
Skechers Men's Go Walk Max Sneaker - Size 9
... has grown from utility style boots to include seven Skechers brands... as well as sandals and boots—with many collections featuring Skechers... offers a range of slip-resistant work FOOTWEAR for men and women...
www.hotukdeals.com ShaneBond Jun 7, 2026
RE:Leather (air cooled) seat cleaning conditioning
On my previous leathered up vehicle I used Huberd's Shoe Oil on a clean cloth. All you need is a little bit and it goes a very long way. I also use that and the Huberd's shoe grease on my work boots. I swear by that stuff. #ad
www.turbodieselregister.com Diesel85 Jun 7, 2026
RE:The EDTF Series
... month or so of desk work, but that seemed a small... the stove and got to work. If he was going to... or inappropriate things in a work setting. They had all just ... way this is going to work is simple, we are going ... and we can get to work," Hank replied. Noah followed him ... and Hank generally talked about work, sports and his dad. This ... slip and slide beneath his boots. Noah fought to stay upright, ...
forums.spacebattles.com F Jun 7, 2026
RE:More Than Human (Goddess Of Victory: Nikke SI)
... shatter the asphalt beneath my boots. "SPLIT UP!" He shouted from... artillery barrage had done its work, and the Blacksmith was clearly...
forums.spacebattles.com Theotherknight Jun 7, 2026
RE:Postmodern Princess (Kancolle/Girls Frontline Abyssal Princess SI)
... one of Tanya's forward turrets, boots stepping around debris as she..., before everyone got back to work. The Chief should have felt... out of her. It didn't work. So she fell back on... another way. "Back to work." She ordered simply. "They may ... can imagine." Shen replied. "Good work on the repairs. Could hardly ...
forums.spacebattles.com Dr.Degenerate Jun 7, 2026
RE:Need to buy a house, budget £150k
... whilst you do the reno work. Once the $$$$ come rolling... fingers of yours... Fill yer boots son - https://www.rightmove...
www.pistonheads.com LRDefender Jun 7, 2026
RE:The Spartan of Invicta - (Grimdark Military Sci-Fi)
...." Vanguard nods and gets to work, going through the systems to... wraps, barefoot or in bloodied boots. They tower, seven, eight feet...
forums.spacebattles.com Lieutenant257 Jun 7, 2026
RE:The Spartan of Invicta - (Grimdark Military Sci-Fi)
...." Vanguard nods and gets to work, going through the systems to... wraps, barefoot or in bloodied boots. They tower, seven, eight feet...
forums.spacebattles.com Lieutenant257 Jun 7, 2026
[MARCA] Kylian Mbappe on Messi and Ronaldo debate: "Without sounding condescending, if you tell me Ronaldo lacks natural talent or Messi hasn't put in the work, it means you’ve never in your life laced up your boots to train day in and day out. I’m speaking from the heart."
submitted by /u/MeteorFalls297 to r/soccer [link] [comments]
r/soccer MeteorFalls297 Jun 6, 2026
Trying to get rich so that capitalism doesn't crush you under its boot is proof positive that capitalism doesn’t work for the working class
submitted by /u/McDowdy to r/SipsTea [link] [comments]
r/SipsTea McDowdy Jun 3, 2026
Dr marten work boots with my vintage skirt, guys? Ye or nay?
Sadly I need a good non slip work shoe for one of my jobs, should I return this pair or are they acceptable with my vintage? I own a lot of plaid skirts of similar length. This skirt is a 1950s pendleton also no face this time sorry lol I'm horribly sick and just threw this outfit on to ask submitted by /u/Koi-Nami to r/VintageFashion [link] [comments]
r/VintageFashion Koi-Nami Jun 2, 2026
In 1983, Cliff Young, a 61-year-old potato farmer, showed up in work boots to compete in Australia’s toughest ultramarathon alongside elite athletes. Unaware that competitors were meant to sleep during the race, he kept running continuously. Against all expectations, he won by a margin of 10 hours.
submitted by /u/malihafolter to r/AllThatsHistory [link] [comments]
r/AllThatsHistory malihafolter May 21, 2026
The way I accidentally peed on my boot at work
I work outdoors the whole day, and need to squat down to pee. Unfortunately the stream decided that my urination should be visually announced to all my coworkers. submitted by /u/iperite to r/mildlyinfuriating [link] [comments]
r/mildlyinfuriating iperite Apr 24, 2026
What work boots are y'all getting the most bang for your buck with?
I love the Keen Dovers for comfort but I can't seem to get a year out of them. My buddy said using mink oil will make them last longer but I'm also shopping around different brands and trying not to spend more than $250. submitted by /u/AccomplishedEstate11 to r/WorkBoots [link] [comments]
r/WorkBoots AccomplishedEstate11 Mar 9, 2026
How do you tell if you need new work boots?
submitted by /u/Accurate-Head-6134 to r/Unexpected [link] [comments]
r/Unexpected Accurate-Head-6134 Feb 8, 2026
TIL that as a child, Charles Dickens worked 10-hour days in a London boot-blacking factory - a trauma he later called the deepest shame of his life, but one that forged his strict 9–2, five-hour writing discipline and his life-long refusal to let his own children work.
submitted by /u/Upstairs_Drive_5602 to r/todayilearned [link] [comments]
r/todayilearned Upstairs_Drive_5602 Feb 7, 2026
They want you angry about Mamdani's wife wearing $600 boots but not the top 1% stealing $50 trillion from working class Americans
submitted by /u/Conscious-Quarter423 to r/ABoringDystopia [link] [comments]
r/ABoringDystopia Conscious-Quarter423 Jan 11, 2026
Speed hooks for shoelaces on work boots
submitted by /u/ThodaDaruVichPyar to r/interesting [link] [comments]
r/interesting ThodaDaruVichPyar Jan 2, 2026
Red wing, Traction tred lites , best work boot money can buy?
Ive tried many different moc toe work boots from multiple brands and these are impossible to top imo. Fast break in , insanely comfortable outsole, amazing tred and tred life, light weight, resoleable and stylish. Hands down the most comfortable work boot money can buy imo. Ive had roughly 8 pairs of these over the years and still have 4 older pairs that I transition through for specific types of work we do "concrete polishing/ Epoxy coatings" if you haven't given these a try your missing out, i strongly recommend these to anyone in trades or that stand for long periods of time. These are a 10/10 submitted by /u/Much-Sale8717 to r/WorkBoots [link] [comments]
r/WorkBoots Much-Sale8717 Dec 29, 2025
Watching new hires at work reminded me how I used to think about boots
I’ve been working construction for years now, mostly on sites where I’m on concrete all day — a mix of standing, walking back and forth, and doing the same physical tasks for 10 to 12 hours a shift. It’s the kind of work where what’s under your feet matters a lot more than you think, especially by the end of the day. Recently, we had a few new guys start at the place I’m working. Watching them gear up brought back memories of when I first started. They showed up in the heaviest, toughest-looking boots they could find, and honestly, I can’t blame them — I did the exact same thing back then. I used to believe that heavier boots meant better protection and more “real” work boots, no questions asked.But they demanded a lot from my body over the course of a long shift. Over time, I started paying more attention to what the guys around me were actually wearing. You see different brands on site — CAT, KEEN, Rockrooster — but the interesting part is that the ones who seem to hold up best through long days all make similar choices. They’re not picking the heaviest or toughest-looking boots. Most of them go for lighter options with better anti-fatigue support and all-day comfort, especially when the job means ten hours on concrete. That’s what really changed how I think about work boots. My boot with my little cat:) submitted by /u/jessieeeeee6 to r/Boots [link] [comments]
r/Boots jessieeeeee6 Dec 27, 2025
First time wearing these work boots today, walking through rain. They didn't last very long!
Literally never worn these before. Removed the tag today. Water resistant my ass! This is after 25 minutes of walking in a city on a rainy day, a two hour train ride, and a brief walk to and from a bus. I cannot stress enough how brand spanking new these boots are. Thank goodness I never used these at an actual work site; I can't even imagine if I had to stand on a roof with these fuckers. Can't wait to trail bits of black debris after me for the rest of the day! submitted by /u/nevernotdistracted to r/mildlyinfuriating [link] [comments]
r/mildlyinfuriating nevernotdistracted Dec 10, 2025
do the white pants work with the combat boots, or is the contrast too harsh? open to advice
submitted by /u/ZookeepergameFit4082 to r/altfashionadvice [link] [comments]
r/altfashionadvice ZookeepergameFit4082 Dec 6, 2025
Does anyone have a lifetime work boot?
My partner is tough on his shoes and boots, he’s a big man and his work requires him to sit on the floor frequently and when he gets up from sitting cross legged, a common area he gets holes is on the outer sides where he brushes the ground as he’s getting up, near his pinky toe. He loves a slip on option rather than lace. We live in the PNW where it rains a ton so water proof is critical. Had Blundstones for about two years. What’s next for him?! submitted by /u/Babagawhou to r/BuyItForLife [link] [comments]
r/BuyItForLife Babagawhou Dec 6, 2025
Best work boots that’ll last a while!?
Looking for work boots that’ll last a long time not for life!!! Let me know some of your favorites? Steel toe would be nice but not necessary submitted by /u/This_Currency7054 to r/BuyItForLife [link] [comments]
r/BuyItForLife This_Currency7054 Jul 18, 2025
For anyone who needs steel toe boots for work, I can’t recommend Birkenstock QS700 enough. Very wide toe box!
submitted by /u/Prof_PlunderPlants to r/barefootshoestalk [link] [comments]
r/barefootshoestalk Prof_PlunderPlants Mar 15, 2025
Finally... Real work boots made with an anatomical last with a proper toe box and a zero drop option!
For anyone unfamiliar with Pacific Northwest boot builders, there has long been a small pocket of boot makers in the North Western United States building handcrafted, ultra rugged work boots using high quality leathers and old world techniques. In a large part, these boots have served the logging and wildland firefighting industries and have branched out to construction and even heritage type boots. Yesterday one of those companies released a new design. Nick's handmade boots did what no one else seemed to want to do. A Munson style, zero drop, built in their style with extremely durable materials made to be the toughest available on the market. What makes it unique imo is that the lasts are available in different widths. Rather than a one width for a given length supposedly fits all design like many other manufacturers, Nick's is offering a variety of widths to give you more options for better fitment. This is huge because many of us complain that even supposedly wide toe box shoes aren't wide enough (looking at you xero!) Also what makes this unique is the full leather foot bed that will break in to and mold to the shape of your foot and become ultra comfortable as all leather foot beds eventually do -- all without synthetic materials that wear out and eventually break down and degrade. Leather foot beds wear in, not wear out. As well, I understand Nick's is going to be offering a steel toe to match the toe box, which, again, is important to those of us who are required to have a steel or reinforced toe for work purposes. As if that weren't enough, because they're made to order, you'll get to choose from a ton of different leathers. Bovine and bison. You'll also get to choose your sole. It appears to me that there's only one sole available for the Strider boot that will make it a true zero drop (the kletterlift sole) but there are options that will get you very close while retaining a grippy, rugged and long lasting sole (as pictured.) Knowing this is going to read like an ad, I just want to say that I'm not at all affiliated with Nick's. I do own a pair of their work boots though (along with other PNW boots) and am active in their subreddit. The owner of Nick's is also a redditor and is extremely active in the Nick's sub regarding customer service and discussions regarding boots. I wanted to make sure this community knew about a new, high end, high quality option and hope that @smowe would be willing to answer any questions that we might have. This is a niche but growing market and unfortunately it seems like news in general and news of new options travels slowly. submitted by /u/some_kind_of_friend to r/barefootshoestalk [link] [comments]
r/barefootshoestalk some_kind_of_friend Feb 22, 2025
who makes the best work boots?
submitted by /u/liamt12 to r/Boots [link] [comments]
r/Boots liamt12 Jul 31, 2024
My Japanese work boots have suctions cups on the bottom for walking on ceramic tiled roofs.
submitted by /u/kyoto_kinnuku to r/mildlyinteresting [link] [comments]
r/mildlyinteresting kyoto_kinnuku Oct 18, 2023
My husband’s work boots. Brand new and used ~4 months. Yes, that’s the steel toe showing
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r/mildlyinteresting photogra_vix Feb 3, 2021
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO WORK BOOTS!!
Why do I call this the ULTIMATE guide? Because it involves YOU! My old archived guide covered a lot, but I feel like I might have missed a few things. In this post, I added more info to my previous post made on Oct 19, 2019. If you read this and want to add more please do so! I want this to be a reference that benefits the working class of the world! thanks! Don't buy cheap boots, even if they are on sale. Good budget boots should be $100 to $140. Great budget boots are $150 to around $190. Post $200 I feel the term"budget" doesn't really apply. Specialty boots like loggers, deep snow boots, ski boots etc are typically more expensive, but also can be in the budget range. If specialty boots are in the budget range you run the risk of buying pieces of crap. Don't buy walmart or target (etc) pieces of crap, they will destroy your feet. Don't buy leather outsoles if you work on concrete all day . Leather doesn't absorb stepping impact shock like Rubber soles do. Leather outsoles are okay for softer ground such as grass, forest, etc. If you work walking on concrete or any hard surface all day I suggest buying boots that have a crepe wedge outsole. Although this type of outsole is very shock absorbent, it does not last very long due to its softness. How long it last really depends on the abrasiveness of the surface you walk on and how you walk. A few companies like Keen have added a layer of durable rubber below the crepe sole to make it last longer, which helps it with longevity. There are also non-crepe sole technology options that are also great at absorbing shock. A few I suggest are: wolverine durashocks, Keens, carhartt, and Timbaland PRO, Chippewa (few don't have a name for their tech, but most come with it). Shock absorbing inserts are also a must if you walk on concrete or hard ground all day. DON'T BUY GEL INSERTS. I don't know why they even sell them, but all of them are pretty much a gimmick. Gel doesn't absorb shock, foam does. Right now my work boots are Wolverine I-90s that have a shock absorbing memory foam insert. It was okayish by itself, but I noticed I had some room still and decided I would stick another insert in for more support. I gone through trial and error and a bunch of research and finally concluded that layering shock absorbing material is the best method. My boots currently have three layers of shock absorbtion. The first being the outsole and the insole and another layer from this specific dr scholls insert. Why do I say specific? I found that these inserts were the thickest(in the heel area) out of all their products (excluding the custom ones) even the ones that were specified for heel pain. With these layers, I feel absolutely nothing after 8 hours of walking (well, including breaks duh) and after 12 negligible pain to sometimes nothing. If you find a boot that fits almost perfectly, but could use just a liiiiiitle more toe room, cut the insert that it came with just below where the toes start. If it still rubbing at a specific toe, I suggest toe condoms...I mean sleeves lol. Don't put them on all the toes because it will start to feel tight. Put it on one toe that gives you trouble the most (usually big or pinky). TALCUM/GOLDBOND POWDER IS A LIFESAVER. Friction and sweat are a bad combo so I use Goldbond Ultimate (the one with menthol) and it lasts me the whole day. Even if you don't have sweaty feet, still use it. What I do is put some in my sock then I close the top opening with my hand and just shake around so it gets all around the sock. It does stain your socks, but I have socks just reserved for work. There are different types of waterproofness for different work environments. If you are guarding against small to medium splashes and medium rain, buy the typical waterproof boots. But if you are working in a swamp, in mud or deep snow, I suggest neoprene boots, duck boots, some loggers, or dedicated snow boots. With those, you don't really need shock absorbing inserts (still could add them) because more than likely you will be walking on soft ground all day. Don't wear black or dark brown boots if you live in a hot area. Dark colors absorb heat more. Tan and lighter colors work best. Sure they look dirtier down the line, but its better at reflecting heat. If you work in environment where there is a likelihood of you slipping on ice, I highly suggest going to https://www.ratemytreads.com/ratings/ to look up any boots that have a good grip.Basically most of the boots that passed these ratings had and abrasive in the sole of the boot. For example, Wolverine teamed up with Vibram to provide boots with their "arctic grip" technology. Do be careful with these boots though and only wear them outside your house. You don't want to end up scratching your floor. Get boots with lots of stitching on the seams, 2 to 3 stitches per panel. Goodyear welt is not only good for re-soling, but for re-enforcement as well. Wolverine has a contour welt, which also works and Keen plus a few others have a 3/4 welt which also works (all equally imo). It adds more strength to the glue that meets the sole and the shoe. You don't really need a threaded welt, but it does make the boot last a bit longer. Another welt to consider is Norwegian welt,which offers the best in waterproofing, but usually are more expensive. Some boot brands have really good shoe glue that you don't really need a welt. Wolverine, Keen, Timbaland, Carhartt,Irish setter, Red Wings,Jim Green, Georgia, Carolina, Chippewa and Ariat have glues that last. Most workers don't reeeeally need steel toe, even if their jobs "require" it. I work in warehouse production, where the most heavy thing that will probably fall on your foot is a pallet from 4 feet, yet they want steel toe. The forklift drivers have barrier lights that shine on the floor that you can't cross so you won't get in the way of the fork lift tires. A lot of boot enthusiasts do a forklift test to rate the effectiveness of the toe, but if your foot goes under a forklift its not your toes that you have to worry about, its the whole foot (and leg). I would recommend steel toe in a few jobs, like logging, heavy machinery mechanic, brick layer, pipe layer, welding or any business where you lift 80 to 100 lbs constantly. Carbon fiber also works too in these situations, since its great at impact absorption. Aluminum and composites are great for warehouses, most field work, landscaping, electricians, etc. They also great if you are working in hot or cold ground since they don't conduct heat or cold from the surrounding environment. If you want more foot protection, MET (metatarsal) gaurds are quite handy (or footy?). There are both external and internal. Usually loggers, brick layers, pipe fitters, welders, and furniture movers wear them since they have more of a chance of something slipping from their hands and falling on their foot and not just on their toes. Another environmental hazard to look out for is sharp objects/nails. If you work in construction, you will more than likely have to follow a safety requirement for your boots. Don't buy new boots just because they are starting to look real ugly. If they still haven't lost their waterproof-ness, sole grip, or sole isn't coming off/eroding away then they still work. Don't buy boots for looks either, buy them for work. Make sure they are as comfortable as slippers, because at the end of the day, you don't want to be hurtin. As some dude told me way back: "good boots+good bed=good life. Here I will highlight some good workboot brands split into three budgets. I will also mention what work environments they usually cater to. GOOD to GREAT BUDGET BOOTS ($100-200) (sometimes around close to $100 if you get them on sale) Wolverine (I am a wolverine fan man lol) (warehouse, construction, farm, pipe fitters, some have vibrams anti-slip ice tech) Keen (warehouse work, construction, hiking, medium heavy duty work) Carhartt (warehouse work, construction, hiking, light heavy duty work) Ariat (farm, warehouse, construction, hiking, oil, snow, loggers, heavy duty work) Carolina (warehouse, construction, oil, loggers, hunting,military? medium heavy duty work) Thorogoods (warehouse, construction,loggers,hunting, medium heavy duty work) Georgia (warehouse, construction, light heavy duty work) Timberland PRO (warehouse, construction, light duty work) Chippewa (construction, loggers, oil, medium heavy duty work) Redwings (not the heritage line)(warehouse, Farm, hiking,construction, oil, medium heavy duty work) Irish setter (same as redwings) Danner (construction, warehouse, logger, hiking, oil, military, medium to heavy duty work) Corcoran (mostly a military boot, but can take medium heavy duty work) Jim(my) Green (construction, warehouse, hiking, medium heavy duty work) Next list I will dedicate to those boot brands that you pretty much get what you pay for when it comes to their expensive price. These boots are expensive, yes, but they can last your for years/decades (depending). they are not entirely indestructible, but like really close lol Whites, Wesco,JK Boots and Nicks are kind of all tied for first. All four mostly cater to loggers up in the Pacific NorthWest. They do custom foot fittings as well and they could go for up to $900 bucks. They also do pretty durable casual wear boots that are similarly constructed. Danner also makes pretty decent heavy duty boots usually around the $300 to $400 range. not nearly as indestructible as the first three, but good enough. Redwing also makes some pretty heavy duty work boots from the $250 to $300 range, but most of their all leather construction (or mostly) is aimed at casual wear/hiking to light to medium heavy duty work. edit:2/22/21 * I would like to add the European brand HAIX to this tier because they are a dedicated foot brand for first responders (firefighters, police, EMT) They are a bit expensive, but you get what you pay for. They even have a resole service on some of their boots! *edit:3/07/21: added JK boots to the list of high end boots. I would also like to point out that there are some dedicated snow boots (for snowboarding, skiing, etc) that are in this price range, but I don't know much about them or which brands to recommend. I live in a place where it never snows so I wouldn't be of much help there lol. Again, if anybody has anything to add please feel free to do so in the comments. Much thanks! -Sirmandudeguy Edit: I added thorogoods because I completely forgot about them. Jim Greens is a new commer from south africa. Pretty great boot for a great price. Will keep adding more eventually as I keep learning about other brands. submitted by /u/SirMandudeGuy to r/Boots [link] [comments]
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