Best boots on Reddit

445 reviews from r/Boots, r/Edmonton, r/BuyItForLife and 75 more subreddits

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Red Wing

4.6

(36)

"Mine have laces but they fit amazing/are very comfortable."

"Redwing Pecos, Lucchese Classics for 10+ years."

"Red wing and Irish Setters I’ve had good luck with!"

"Get some insulated water proof redwings, they're price but they last and are very comfortable."

"I love my Iron Rangers from Red Wing for a lace up."

"Redwings, or Wolverine."

"Redwing or nothing."

"Red wing iron ranger or blacksmith are truly the only correct options for proper entry level goodyear welt boots."

"Redwing supersole, Jim green boots, Thursday boots."

"Just save your money and buy redwings."

Blundstone

4.4

(34)

"They’ve always been quite comfortable!"

"My wife has had hers for over 10 years!"

"Blundstones."

"Blundstone boots for city trekking or light hiking."

"When I did resi plumbing I wore the blundstone with the toe cap. They’re instantly comfortable."

"Blundstones."

"Blundstones are the beat boots I’ve owned."

"Original Blundstone Chelsea’s."

"Blundstones 1000%."

"I like my blundstones a lot."

Jim Green

4.5

(29)

"Lower Appalachia here and Razorback have been my answer with no regrets."

"My suggestion is Razorback, and if weight is a major concern then you should consider that just about every other JG boot aside from the AR will be just as heavy if not heavier."

"I’d walk across the country in my Razorbacks. They are my favorite boots."

"Jim Green 100% for your price range."

"Jim Green AR8, or The Rugged Ranger boots."

"Another vote for Jim Greens."

"Best bang for buck will be a pair of Jim Greens."

"Rugged african trooper from jim green boots. Full stop. It's $280 but it is way worth the price."

"Do check out the brand Jim Green"

"Jim Green AR8s a similar to that aesthetic with good build quality."

Danner

4.7

(27)

"Danners!"

"Danner any of the US made all leather rebuildable for all around."

"I swear by Danner boots."

"Here is what I use to get me through my 12hr shifts. Danner boots."

"Danner. Comfy, wide, waterproof options."

"My Danner EMT boots were more comfortable out of the box than my 2 year broken-in boot-camp boots."

"Anything by Danner."

"Danners are my go to."

"FTW."

"The Danner bull run has been my go to the last 5 years."

Baffin

4.9

(19)

"Baffins are solid and reliable"

"Baffin titans. Theyre big and bulky but super warm."

"Try Baffins."

"I have a roomy pair of Baffin boots that work for me."

"I just purchased my first pair of Baffin's, and they're the best winter boots I've ever had."

"I have a pair of baffins, a 1/2 size too big. I can wear them with bare feet at -40 and still be warm."

"I have a -30 pair and have been very happy ice fishing."

"The warmest boots I’ve found are Baffin."

"I've had the same pair for 10+ winters."

"Baffin boots are warm and great quality"

Keen

4.5

(19)

"I have a pair of Keens that I got with my companies boot money. Going on about 9 months now and still going strong."

"I don't fuck with anything but keens."

"Keens, danners when it's deep."

"Keen all day long."

"Keen makes the widest boot commercially available."

"I personally stick with keens nowadays after trying every other brand."

"Very good luck."

"I have been wearing Keen for six years."

"Keen are awesome."

"Keen boots fit my feet the most comfortably."

Sorel

4.3

(19)

"I have a pair of sorrels and Columbia boots. I love both!"

"I wore Sorel boots on my latest trip to England and they were very comfy and waterproof."

"I love anything Sorel."

"I really like my Sorel brand boots, had them for 5 winters now."

"The shoes have a nice warm inner lining and waterproof outer."

"Sorrell all the way! Been in Alberta experiencing the cold winters for 19 years now."

"I like Sorel. They handle great, with all the ice I rarely slip."

"Sorels. A synthetic sock then a wool sock."

"Sorels. Insulated and waterproof."

"Sorrels all the way for cost + function."

Redback

4.6

(16)

"I am on my 2nd pair of red backs."

"My son’s a carpenter and his whole crew swears by them. They are phenomenal boots depending on what you do."

"I love my Redback boots!"

"My husband is a mechanic and always gets redback Australian boots."

"Redback boots 100% I’ve been traveling around the world for 3 years."

"Redbacks have been my go to for indestructible Chelsea style boots."

"Comfy as hell and Aussie made."

"Comfortable and supportive. Sneaker-like midsole, excellent slip resistance."

"Not the most stylish, but insanely comfortable for standing and moving all day."

"Redback boots"

Thorogood

4.3

(14)

"I have a pair of Thorogoods that have survived 2 years of daily manual labor."

"I recommend Thorogood brand."

"Thorogood Boots. My personal favorite are the Flyway USAs."

"Thorogoods are some of the best boots you can buy for the money."

"I’m happy with my thorogoods. They were real comfortable right away."

"Thorogood has some great insulated composite toe boots, too."

"If you’re in the USA, buy Thorogood for the same price point."

"I have had good luck with thorogood and timberland pro working in heavy industrial settings."

"Thorogood is also very good, along with Danner."

"Thorogoods with Superfeet insoles."

#10

Bogs

4.6

(12)

"Bogs! Their rain boots and winter boots are great."

"I swear by bogs. I have been getting them second hand every year from Mercari."

"You need Bogs! I have some rated -50 and let me tell you, they are so warm."

"Try Bogs. They have some rated to -50."

"They have handles which make them easy to pull on."

"Bogs!!!!"

"I bought a pair of Bogs and I love them, my feet stay toasty and dry."

"Bogs...ugly boots but very warm."

"Bogs or Keen."

"Bogs were always our favorite."

#11

Merrell

4.6

(11)

"Merrell!!"

"I have both Uggs and Merrells with Vibram soles and love them both."

"I love my Merrells."

"I really like Merrell and Kamik for snow boots."

"No issues."

"I got some Merrells and love them."

"Very comfortable, light weight, water proof."

"Merrell offers a lot of models in wide width."

"Winter specific boots that are close to a Chelsea boot."

"The biggest things you’ll need to look for are slip resistance and waterproofing."

#12

Muck

4.6

(11)

"Tall Muck with spikes for snow around the house."

"I use muck boots for conditions just like this."

"I like my arctic sport muck boots."

"Nothing warmer than Muck boots. Highly recommend the article versions"

"Muck boots. Totally waterproof and never wet out."

"Muck boots"

"The best winter boot I've ever used that actually keep my feet toasty and warm is the Muck Arctic Pro."

"They're waterproof work and hunting boots."

"After more reading and feedback from you all, I ordered muck boots arctic pro."

"Muck artic sport and will socks for extended time outdoors."

#13

Ariat

4.4

(10)

"I'd suggest looking at Ariat boots."

"I’d recommend Ariat boots if you must have a heel."

"No better boot for winter shit kickers than good ol ariats"

"Ariats (don’t remember the model but they are long shaft buckaroos)- not worn daily or as often but have had them for 20 years."

"Ariat is a great first boot. Proper fitting is key for them to be comfortable."

"Big fan of Ariat. I’d recommend taking him with you so he can choose."

"I have a pair of Ariats and a pair of Justins that I’ve owned about 10 years."

"I have had my Ariats for 3 years."

"I love the Ariats as an intro boot."

"They were my go to boot until I switched to deck boots."

#14

Thursday Boots

4.4

(9)

"I have some boots from Thursday boots that I love."

"Well it's the correct answer, so yeah. Thursday."

"If they are for dress, Thursday Boots."

"Thursdays have been very comfortable for me."

"I was never a boot wearer until my wife got me a pair of Thursday boots."

"For your budget, thursdays or urban wolf club."

"Thursday. Big selection, good quality, good prices…."

"For cheaper sleeker casual wear options check out Thursday boot company and Grant Stone."

"Thursday’s are actually pretty comfy and are much cheaper than RMW."

#15

Timberland

4.3

(9)

"Timbs."

"Took my Timbs and they were outrageously good."

"I honestly only buy Timberland Pros now they truly just seem to last the longest."

"A good pair of waterproof Timberlands."

"Although with my timberland pros & mid/heavy wool socks two hours @ -85F were good for me."

"I HIGHLY suggest Timberland boots."

"Timberland pro boondocks have served me pretty well."

"The boondocks are warmer and keep water out better."

"My dad gifted me a pair of timberland pro’s last month and they’re crazy comfortable."

#16

Kamik

4.8

(8)

"I really like Merrell and Kamik for snow boots."

"Go with."

"Kamik or Sorel."

"Kamik boots, hubby got the -70 rated ones and he says they are so warm."

"I have a pair of Kamik boots. Canadian company. Love them!"

"Go to Marks. Buy good thick wool socks and winter boots with removable felt liners."

"Also do good winter boots."

"Get yourself some wool socks and some Kamik boots from canadian tire."

#17

Redwing

4.6

(8)

"They are like walking in clouds."

"I’ve always sported redwings."

"They are very comfortable and last much longer in my experience."

"They are very comfortable."

"Get him a pair of Redwings, there is a store in Langley and North Vancouver."

"Boots with a wedge sole will be the most comfortable if you are on your feet a lot."

"Redwing are good but it depends on your outfit."

"Something like Redwings may look nice but your feet will be very cold."

#18

Irish Setter

4.4

(8)

"Great work boots."

"I loved the Irish setter Crosby."

"I would highly recommend them, very comfortable."

"I have a pair of Irish setters for the summer and timberland boondock pro 2 for the winter."

"Irish setter, Carolina, Keen all will have options for you around that price."

"They are redwing budget brand."

"I wear Irish Setter steel toes with a couple pairs of wool socks and a pair of thin silk socks right up against my feet and I’m fine."

"Irish Setter Ashby."

#19

Manitobah Mukluks

5.0

(6)

"Manitobah Mukluks are the only boots that ever kept my feet fully dry and warm."

"I have a pair of Manitobah Mukluks and even this morning walking the dog, didn’t wear socks with them."

"I've got a pair of Manitobah Mukluks and they're a dream."

"I am always warm in my (waterproof) Manitobah Mukluks."

"Also Manitoba's mukluks, they are the warmest over the ones you've mentioned."

"Manitobah Mukluks. Honestly they are extremely warm and waterproof."

#20

Lowa

4.7

(6)

"Lowa has an offering of wides in their hiking boots."

"Lowa’s and Danner’s."

"Very comfy and durable."

"Go with."

"Lowa for sure."

"Lowa or AKUs"

#21

Thursday

4.2

(6)

"I got a pair of Thursday captain boots last year and was shocked at how comfortable they were."

"Yeah I finally sprung on some Thursday Captains recently and zero complaints."

"Thursday Captain."

"I just got a pair of Thursdays and I’m a fan"

"Have you checked out their black label."

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#22

Rocky

4.2

(6)

"Best boots I’ve ever had."

"The best boots are, without a doubt, for all scenarios, Rocky S2Vs."

"Rocky S2V’s, no break-in required, very light."

"Rocky Mountains are good."

"Rocky S2V with thinsulate."

"If you have to have steel toed Rockys."

#23

RM Williams

4.8

(5)

"RM Williams for sure."

"RM Williams gets my bet. Almost daily boot for me."

"RM Williams are hands down the best shoe you will ever own."

"Yep, already mentioned but wanted to double down on RM Williams."

"Maybe only when they have sales."

#24

Nick's Boots

5.0

(4)

"Check out Nick’s Boots. They’re built tough AF."

"Nicks Boots are amazing and as a former Redwing buyer he and his feet will thank you."

"Nick Boots, Whites boots are fully rebuildable and far superior boots than Red Wing."

"Nicks, Westco, Whites Boots tend to be heavier duty than Red Wings."

#25

LLBean

4.5

(4)

"I'm a huge fan of the LLBean Snow Sneaker."

"I’ve had my insulated LLbean boots for over 5 years."

"Can’t go wrong with a good set of Bean boots."

"Bean boots or blundstones."

#26

La Sportiva

4.3

(4)

"I love my La Sportiva Boots. They are hiking boots, but my feet were so happy in them in Peru."

"La Sportiva Nepal are quite popular and not very expensive if second hand."

"They are good for the lower 48 all seasons."

"La Sportiva."

#27

Lems

4.3

(4)

"Lems! They're comfy, stylish and come in big sizes. Love mine"

"Lems if you want something on the lighter side."

"I think they will make an excellent winter boot."

"They hold up well for general use."

#28

Rockrooster

4.0

(4)

"Rockrooster are affordable and insanely durable."

"Rockrooster norwood."

"One of the best budget friendly boots."

"Rockrooster? $104.99."

#29

Korkers

5.0

(3)

"Best boots I’ve ever owned."

"They have interchangeable soles, so you can switch to spikes for the ice."

"Best boots."

#30

2.0

(2)

"Bates. With insoles."

"Bates are sh#t.. it gets to freezing you might as well wear skates."

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