Nick's Boots .... One Year Review

Тәжірибелік нұсқаулар және стиль

Lots of people ask me about how I like my Nick's Boots, so hear is a one year review.

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  • @slynkylynx
    @slynkylynx2 жыл бұрын

    So stoked to hear you rave about Nicks,Dave. 😉👍 Let's all save our $$$, buy American made goods,built to last, support quality workmanship and BE RADICAL! 💪🇺🇸🥾

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    well said

  • @renoraider9817

    @renoraider9817

    Жыл бұрын

    @Pike Fish It's got to be better than that shit china sends us.

  • @BOOGiNS

    @BOOGiNS

    Жыл бұрын

    @Pike Fish well Americans on average are pretty horrible production workers. BUT being American, we think out strategy better than most countries. So merging America's lack for hard workers with a bulletproof system for building boots allows for a better product. The individual is taken out of the equation so that the process can shine. That's why when you watch Jim green boots being made, they are made with cheap leathers and the workers are extremely sloppy at assembly. So the boots have glue all over them. The stitching is inconsistent. And they raised the price 30% just to sell them to Americans. Since we're stupid enough to spend it. Some American companies make some boots in Mexico too. The same boot, just cheaper because it's made in Mexico. Check out the Carolina amp vs the amp mx. (MX for Mexico). It's $70 cheaper and literally the same exact boot.

  • @nancyl3843
    @nancyl38432 жыл бұрын

    I bought my daughter a pair of Nick's to work around cattle and to train steers. She loved the boots mostly because of how good they looked when she showed calves at cattle shows/4-H. I realize their construction quality but also appreciate how good they look. GREAT boots!

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Right on

  • @HadasahB
    @HadasahB2 жыл бұрын

    The well made, hence "expensive," quality stuff, truly does end up being CHEAPER, because they last longer and go the distance when it comes to genuinely caring for yourself.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    well said

  • @John-Adams-Can

    @John-Adams-Can

    2 жыл бұрын

    Most China made junk last about 3 months most. My Canadian ones last about 3 years so through shear economics, you're absolutely right.

  • @lukeerichsen231
    @lukeerichsen2312 жыл бұрын

    Hey Dave, I bought a pair of the 10” nicks builder pros after watching your review and several others. I have had them for 4 months now and they feel great. The 1964 brown leather was a breeze to break in. I too ordered 13EE and they are roomy. Have a set of their leather insoles inbound as I type this. Thank you for a honest and real review.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @robertproctor5610
    @robertproctor56102 жыл бұрын

    That's a life changer when you finally find a pair of boots that don't kill your feet. I'm glad you explained what you meant by having a problem with "the fit." Thanks for the video Dave!

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @gjnbouwmeester5860
    @gjnbouwmeester58602 жыл бұрын

    For real quality you have to pay accordingly. We're so used to easy gained cheap stuff that we don't realize that actual quality stuff IS expensive, like old times!

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Well said

  • @BushidoDevilDog

    @BushidoDevilDog

    2 жыл бұрын

    Buy once💸, cry once😢... It’s better to bite the bullet and pay more for quality, then going cheap and ending up having to spend about the same/more in the long run on replacing cheaper gear when it fails due to poor materials and the lack of the craftsman’s mindset when mass-producing cheap gear...

  • @clayeden1204
    @clayeden12042 жыл бұрын

    I really like the videos you guys put out and always look forward to the next. Stay well and enjoy life! Looking forward to the next video!

  • @aaronpreston47
    @aaronpreston472 жыл бұрын

    I’m really considering getting a pair of Nicks, there obviously going to cost more in Canada coming from the states. But the price isn’t an issue for me, I spend 12 hours a day in my work boots, it’s no fun coming home after a long day and having your feet hurt from a bad fitting boot.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    well said

  • @Blanky889
    @Blanky8892 жыл бұрын

    I have a similar boot from Nick's, composite toe, honey vibrant, 10 inch. Best boots I have ever purchased. I work in the railway and I was destroying boots like Danner and other models. These are the only boots that have held up, super comfortable and built to go to war!

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    well said

  • @woodslore4672
    @woodslore46722 жыл бұрын

    I've been Kickin Redwing Loggers For Years.(Retired Tree trimmer). I've grown so used to a Heel Boot I can't ware nothing Else. These seem good Boots..

  • @willieboy7264
    @willieboy7264 Жыл бұрын

    Great review Dave. Been watching you for a long time. I’m in LE and I’ve been wearing Danner Acadia 400g insulated for about 10 years. Walking footposts in NYC then out in the suburbs. Cold winters standing outside. I love those boots. I’ve been looking into Nicks for about a year since I saw your initial nicks video. I need an outdoor, woodwork or even casual type boot and I think I’m going to give Nicks a try. All seasons but summer I wear boots and I need something that’ll last years. Thanks again for the review and just being a decent dude.

  • @rayanderson9744
    @rayanderson97442 жыл бұрын

    I love your channel Sir! Also your wife's. You both quickly became my favorite channels in just a few months after discovering them. Keep being radical and keep up the great work! 👍

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks !!

  • @juliewriston980
    @juliewriston9802 жыл бұрын

    I love ALL your videos.. no matter what you are talking about, you have my FULL attemtion.!! A good pair of boots is a must... 😊 MUCH love and respect brother from Southeast Arizona.. 🌹 God bless..

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you much!

  • @anniebanderet
    @anniebanderet2 жыл бұрын

    Miss your wilderness camp videos. You have so much wisdom.

  • @memyself4431
    @memyself44312 жыл бұрын

    I enjoy this channel everytime I watch I get vibes from Washington Lincoln eras it’s like going on a field trip to the Apple orchard and getting childhood nostalgia

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @shadetreewelding
    @shadetreewelding Жыл бұрын

    Dave, Thanks for the follow up. That's all I need to know I will be calling them and buying a set of boots. I will let them know that your reviews sold me.

  • @augustzepeczauer
    @augustzepeczauer2 жыл бұрын

    Nice to hear that they are holding up, I've been using Redwings for about 10 years now and I'm only on my third pair. Everyone tells me I'm crazy for using them and I've been waiting for you to review nicks because I would like to try something new that should last me a lot longer then these have lasted. My wife has been on me about my boots because the soles are starting to come off. Thanks for the year review and I appreciate everything you share on this Chanel

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Get some "weld Wood" contact cement in the glue section at any hardware store. coat both sides........let sit for 15-20 minutes and then stick them back together. It's basically what they use to MAKE boots and it will fix your separating soles

  • @fordenginebuildersv8power184
    @fordenginebuildersv8power1842 жыл бұрын

    Wore Nicks when I worked Wildland fires! Great boots, well worth the money and I have used em all! Having said that I also like Thorough good boots! Made in Washington state! They have a lot of Moc toe boots! Great video Dave!

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    I had Thorougoods before....but I had the same issue ...the shape of the toe box

  • @fordenginebuildersv8power184

    @fordenginebuildersv8power184

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Bushradical ahh yeah that is an issue for me as well!

  • @brendaspamperedkitchen9878
    @brendaspamperedkitchen98782 жыл бұрын

    The older I get, I realize I can't skimp on good shoes. A bad fit will affect not only your feet but your hips and back. We can tend to be cheap when purchasing shoes, but for me, my health can't afford it. Thank you for such a wonderful overview of these boots.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @duckmann5000
    @duckmann50002 жыл бұрын

    So true on the explanation of cutting off the big toe. On point description ⭐️

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    right!?

  • @duckmann5000

    @duckmann5000

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Bushradical keep up the great work

  • @matthewcline7658
    @matthewcline76582 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review, Thank you, bought first pair of Nick's - Also Builder Pro - ended up with an 11 FFFF - I know the wide feet struggle. Getting better day by day.

  • @KeystoneOutdoorsman
    @KeystoneOutdoorsman2 жыл бұрын

    I bought Franks last year and recieved them this January. Almost identical to your first pair of Nicks. They fit great. Slightly large to compensate for heavy socks for winter work (I'm an Electrician). When you touched on a 6 month break-in I felt the exact way, the leather footbed has been a beast to break in. Now they feel much better. I alternate between them and Thorogood moc toes. As you stated, once you work in construction, you just become drawn to the moc toe style with the wedge soles. Thank you for your video.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @acedavis4247

    @acedavis4247

    Жыл бұрын

    Frank was the master builder at Nick's he left them a few years ago Nick's quality and craftsmanship and customer service went downhill when he left

  • @willbjaminoregon9001
    @willbjaminoregon90012 жыл бұрын

    I actually worked with my friend in many different shops in Oregon and we crafted everything from 2nd hand Danner Boots to capped lumberman cork boots to custom tack and holster gear. I still have and probably will always have tooling and leather just in case I need it..

  • @robertrogish1038
    @robertrogish10382 жыл бұрын

    Great information - I love your narration and channel.

  • @OldGriz708
    @OldGriz7082 жыл бұрын

    I wore cheap Walmart/Kmart boots for many years usually 2 pairs per year. A friend of mine talked me into buying a pair of RedWing boots and I wish I had bought them years ago! They work well for me and I have had them about 8 years now and have had them resoled twice in that time and still love them. Keep a good pair of boots oiled - greased well and they will last forever. (I use bear grease on them)

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    right on

  • @National757
    @National7572 жыл бұрын

    Finding a quality pair of boots that fit well, feel comfortable, and last is hard to do. And worth a premium price. I have had boots that lasted 25 plus years. I have had boots that barely made it 6 months. So I don't mind paying a premium price for a good pair. I have found lately that most out of the box boots have quality issues. Either lousy soles that wear very quickly, and or separate from the uppers. Or uppers that have seams come apart and wear out prematurely. I am willing to give Nick's a try. They look like a beautiful boot!

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    They are built like horse tack

  • @cgamejewels
    @cgamejewels Жыл бұрын

    I'm glad you found some good quality boots that fit. I have wide feet and finding shoes and boots that are made for my feet is difficult.

  • @johnmilkent9488
    @johnmilkent94882 жыл бұрын

    Great review Dave! We have similar foot problems and history. I wear a 14 EE and have the same foot shape. I grew up with a dad that was a contractor and have done my share of concrete as well. I hated it and went into the environmental field lol. I bought a pair of Jim Green African Rangers this year. they were under $200.00 and for every 10 pairs sold they donate a pair two the African bush rangers. They have a sole similar to a Christie sole and are as comfortable as slippers. they have become my everyday boot/shoe. they are stitch down construction and resole able. I cant say enough about them, I tell all my friends in construction and environmental work about them. thanks for all the great videos you post looking forward to your next posting!!!

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks.....I'll check them out

  • @nancysparks6181
    @nancysparks61812 жыл бұрын

    This is a great review thanks Dave and so nice to see you today

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @pierevojzola9737
    @pierevojzola97372 жыл бұрын

    Hi, this was a good video especially in that you finally got a boot that fits. Any ex soldier who had to wear MOD issue boots would agree with you. I still remember having to “Break in” my first and all subsequent boots by leaving them in a bucket of water overnight and then putting on two pairs of socks and going for a five mile run! I even wore out a new pair of boots in six weeks in the mountains of Greece. On discharge I wore civilian work boots but it was never as comfortable as a hand made boots that we use to have made by a cobbler who use to come into our barracks, measure you up, make a wooden last and then deliver a pair of boots a fortnight later. Your working life depends on a good boot. Stick with it mate, you are doing a good job. Cheers mate, Harera from NZ

  • @wraithoftheirish

    @wraithoftheirish

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh I love them If you decide to take orders I would love some.ĺp

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @willbjaminoregon9001
    @willbjaminoregon90012 жыл бұрын

    My best friend's family had shoe shops as I was growing up. I grew up tinkering in the shop doing doing toe caps out of scrap leather and modifying boots to fit the customer with an old singer stitcher and a athleter ticker I have done leather craft and hand tooling most of my life and I am really happy to see someone promote a well made boot. As a young man I made moccasins and the other leather crafts and learn the craft of molding the right leather for the right fit. Well done.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thats awesome! In my garage I have a set of shoe lasts I made.....I was to the point of trying to make my own footwear too

  • @NatureRocks.
    @NatureRocks.2 жыл бұрын

    It's so cool and exciting that you are almost at 1 million subscribers, so happy for you!!! Great video going to share with my nephew.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Maybe I'll hit the million mark this year ....

  • @NatureRocks.

    @NatureRocks.

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Bushradical I hope so, would be a pretty good way to wrap up the year.

  • @Bob-ru9qx
    @Bob-ru9qx2 жыл бұрын

    I was just thinking I wonder how that boot is holding up and then this video appeared in my news feed. I can't believe it's been a year already! thank you for the review and your honesty.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @kevola5739
    @kevola57392 жыл бұрын

    When I watch survival/tactical/doomsday experts talk about absolute necessities and no one mentions footwear I really stop and pause to question if the advice given is valid. For me it begins and ends with the footwear because if there is a problem there you are going to be miserable no matter how well equipped you are otherwise. Bigfoot is uncatchable for a reason, great footwear.

  • @moorshound3243

    @moorshound3243

    Жыл бұрын

    Well said

  • @MrStreetninja007

    @MrStreetninja007

    Жыл бұрын

    People really should spend more money on their Footwear and their mattress because it's the two places you're going to be most in life

  • @v10moped

    @v10moped

    Жыл бұрын

    ask yourself if it is even worth waiting 7 MONTHS for a pair of Nicks. You can count on a doomsday arriving sooner.

  • @katielamirand4620
    @katielamirand46202 жыл бұрын

    Hey I love that sweater under the flannel look. I need to get that for my husband.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's toasty.

  • @Fred-wt9fp
    @Fred-wt9fp9 ай бұрын

    Bought my first and only pair of Whites Smoke Jumpers in 1970. Pd $70.00 for them. Wore for 4 months in northern Idaho working on Clearwater Nat. forest. From 75-80 wore in flatland in NE Texas. Just to heavy where you don’t require great ankle . Still have them today and in great shape. Wear once a yr or so. You want moc toe boot….look at Russell boots ….been wearing them for decades. Great company in Berlin, WI I believe. Nicks and Whites look alike and a both top shelf boots.

  • @kennetharthur7431
    @kennetharthur74312 жыл бұрын

    I bought a pair of Nicks boots, I wear them daily. My only problem is I have almost completely walked through the sole of the boot, but I can also walk 2 miles home and no sore feet. My boots just squeak when I walk but other than that they are great.

  • @axelbrode4673
    @axelbrode46732 жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed the review. Glad that you found something that works.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    me too

  • @ericmoss8344
    @ericmoss8344 Жыл бұрын

    Love my Nick's Urban Loggers... got them last year (2021) at the beginning of Winter here in OK... wore them on/off again for ~ 4 months before the weather started to warm up. They're still not quite broke in and they still look new. Should last me the rest of my life given how easy I am on my footwear. Definitely worth the $$

  • @xc8487
    @xc84872 жыл бұрын

    I watched and read as much stuff as possible about boots and kept seeing Nick's come up as the best period. I've had my 10' builder pros for almost a year, and they've absolutely been worth every penny of $530. I wear them every day and love the support and grip. I also pair them with Darn Tough full cushion tactical socks and Wig Wam coolmax liners. My feet never hurt and never smell with this combination of boots and socks.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Right on!

  • @snowbunnym1192
    @snowbunnym11922 жыл бұрын

    Quality shoes n boots are the best investment. Love your content "Bushy." Hope Brooke and Da Wolf both are well. God Bless...

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks much

  • @durango8882
    @durango88822 жыл бұрын

    My foot is like yours!! Glad you found a boot that works 🥾👍🏻👏🏻

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Me too!

  • @alicebellamio5491
    @alicebellamio54912 жыл бұрын

    A suitable boot is so important.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    true

  • @Nimrod-BuckysHuntingTips
    @Nimrod-BuckysHuntingTips Жыл бұрын

    I always loved Whites boots and use their packs for hunting, but I need to try Nicks. These are a great looking boot. I'm fortunate to have both Nicks and Whites here in my home town.

  • @sovbo101
    @sovbo1012 жыл бұрын

    Dave, I had some medical troubles last year, but nothing like you lived through. Keep on keepin' on.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks...I hope all is good now

  • @heidih2887
    @heidih28872 жыл бұрын

    So glad to hear you are finally getting to enjoy HAPPY FEET! :D Like the foundation of a structure, proper footwear affects the entire body.. ankles to neck and everything in between! Especially critical for those with physically demanding jobs, chores and recreation! Good health and good times to you! :D

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @guybever8935
    @guybever89352 жыл бұрын

    Good video. I like a honest review. Some utube channels will say any thing to make a buck but yours i trust.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that!

  • @seantaylor4683
    @seantaylor4683 Жыл бұрын

    You my friend have just gained a subscriber! Great video man, I just got my Urban Loggers about a month ago. I'm still breaking em in and it's a tad rough, but I know the payouts coming! ✌🏻✌🏻

  • @bobjoncas2814
    @bobjoncas28142 жыл бұрын

    good boots are a must, keep safe...

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for being first Bob....I appreciate it.

  • @bobjoncas2814

    @bobjoncas2814

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Bushradical ..always quick to watch a great vid...

  • @williamlockhart5031
    @williamlockhart50312 жыл бұрын

    Hi Dave! Thanks for another educational video! I have the same issue with my feet and will definitely be reaching out to Nick's! It's too bad that we, in this age of information, don't have a list of the crooked ceo's, presidents, vice presidents and engineers, who put out these bad products. When their companies go belly up, they take their ill gotten gains and purchase strait up businesses, like Nick's, and cut corners, riding on the good name, until the quality is down to their level. I am going to hurry up and get my pairs before that happens. Thanks again buddy and God bless!

  • @vannrollins9464
    @vannrollins94642 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate your honesty - good info thanks

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @vothry
    @vothry2 жыл бұрын

    Wow those look great! Thanks for the heads up. I have the same issue with my big toes.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    right on

  • @dirtrocket5946
    @dirtrocket59462 жыл бұрын

    Good boots are like gold. Glad you found some nice ones.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @brycelessfishing
    @brycelessfishing2 жыл бұрын

    These boots look really nice. Great review👍

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @THTRT
    @THTRT2 жыл бұрын

    Dave good review on the shoes, now back to cabin videos 😂

  • @davebarr9378
    @davebarr93782 жыл бұрын

    Had a set of Nick's for years. I agree, great boots.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    right on

  • @Nordic_Sky
    @Nordic_Sky2 жыл бұрын

    I have many pairs of Nicks, Wescos, Whites, etc. People who are new to this type of boot should understand how much work is involved in breaking them in. Compared with what you are used to wearing, these boots are TANKS. It is a long and often painful process.

  • @stevez340
    @stevez3402 жыл бұрын

    Now that Brooke is building her own cabins too, I was just wondering how she likes the pair you gave her for Mother's Day😉

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    I did not get her a pair for mothers day...

  • @stevez340

    @stevez340

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Bushradical Totally understandable unless you made the mistake of getting her a new vacuum cleaner😳

  • @janeevans4758

    @janeevans4758

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Bushradical You gave your good lady a pair of leather gloves with GOGH on the knuckles 😊..soo lovely.

  • @krustysurfer
    @krustysurfer2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Good and jealous 😁 and so glad they fixed your foot dilemma! Aloha

  • @justacowboy61
    @justacowboy612 жыл бұрын

    I love listening to your video's; for some reason, you remind me of the narrator for Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom show. My granddaughter and I watched your wife's cabin build last night! Great team the two of you make. Keep up the good work!

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    I loved that show as a kid.....Marlin Perkins

  • @littlehillsidehomestead6362
    @littlehillsidehomestead63622 жыл бұрын

    I have the same issue. Except my foot are bigger. I have o order a 4 e in a 15 when a 14 wide should work. Sweet boots. Thanks for the info.

  • @davidjones8680
    @davidjones86802 жыл бұрын

    As someone who has the same issues with ordinary run of the mill footware, I know exactly where you are coming from on this one Dave. After watching this straight up honest review after a year, I think it is time I treated my feet with some respect and get them some Nicks. Many thanks. David in the U.K.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good luck David

  • @davidjones8680

    @davidjones8680

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Bushradical Thanks Dave.

  • @moluswildernesshomestead

    @moluswildernesshomestead

    2 жыл бұрын

    Im been having problem my self for my boots , when I started my channel last year for building my log cabin I new I was going to work hard

  • @johnnyshell2839
    @johnnyshell28392 жыл бұрын

    I really want a pair of Nick's. The only thing holding me back is the break in. I need it to get moving fairly quick. I fix broke light poles in the mountains of NC. I'll call them and see what they can come up with. Thanks for the honesty

  • @Totemparadox

    @Totemparadox

    Жыл бұрын

    Start the break in outside of work and when you can wear them for an entire day, take them to work.

  • @douggibson9084
    @douggibson90842 жыл бұрын

    Great information Dave.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @olegmamontov5692
    @olegmamontov56922 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for an update. I am surprised no one at Red Wings showed how they can ajust their "stracher" for inside of the boots. Funny how my feet is opposite - has bigw the normal bulge on inside, just behind big toes. I always had to buy wide shoes and size bigger. And hated how my feet used to slide back in forth inside of the boot. But last paired I bought in Red Wings were right size but I had to leave it in the store for the few days, and staff used little add-ons where needed to strach it more in some sports

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    right on

  • @famman8729
    @famman87292 жыл бұрын

    Good stuff there, sir. I have a new pair of Red Wings in the closet that I purchased on a close out, but after your review, I may sell them and invest in a pair of Nicks. Thanks again, really like both of your channels.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    There is nothing wrong with red wings if they fit your feet well

  • @matttherrien9608

    @matttherrien9608

    Жыл бұрын

    Break in those Wings. You'll love them too!

  • @timgiven3826
    @timgiven38262 жыл бұрын

    When I fought forest fires my always go to was my drews, but my back up was a 12in tops rough out nicks, love how they are hand made an easy to break in, the other thing that I used with those both was obinofs boot shave

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    right on

  • @danfettig9438
    @danfettig94382 жыл бұрын

    I got my Nicks resoled 7 times. Last time I was told I needed to get them rebuilt. As a delivery driver, I could not find any boot or shoes that would last 6 months. The breakin was rough but after that nothing else was comfortable. I wore those boots for 9 years. Now I need to save up some cash and get them rebuilt. I went back to buying the 135 dollar boots and suffering until the fall apart at about 6 months. You will not regret buying a pair of Nicks boots.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Well said

  • @Engineerd3d
    @Engineerd3d2 жыл бұрын

    I bought my first American made boots at the end of this past winter. I love them. It's a different brand from Nick's but have to say the break in period is a killer. But the boots feel better and better as time goes on.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    right on

  • @saginawdan
    @saginawdan2 жыл бұрын

    Nice review - Thanks Dave! 🌲🌲🌲

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @butterflywatching34
    @butterflywatching34 Жыл бұрын

    Great looking booths

  • @janeevans4758
    @janeevans47582 жыл бұрын

    Your 150% right Dave having a pair of boots/shoes you can wear that don't hurt at all is priceless!! I've had a lot of spine surgery this last 4 years and oddly enough it's made me flat footed and my feet have grown a half size 😬..impossible to get shoes or boots that I like to fit properly.

  • @RustyShackleford382

    @RustyShackleford382

    2 жыл бұрын

    I can't find anybody that makes a narrow bot anymore, I have back problems as well

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think Nick's makes B, C width as well as all the wides

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sorry to hear.

  • @glocktb9
    @glocktb92 жыл бұрын

    I bought a pair and love them almost a year of wear and still look new and I build bridges for a living

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thats a testament, from a bridge guy!

  • @glocktb9

    @glocktb9

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Bushradical I got the same ones you got only 10 inch. I don’t think I will ever were another boot they fit so well

  • @gosmoothgolight7567
    @gosmoothgolight75672 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the review, Dave ... I would love a set of Nick's! It's really sad how I've just grabbed my footwear off the cheapest shelf. I really appreciate your "strategic view" of life in general. Nick's will be getting a call from me asap :) By the way ... Your stitching on my Model 01's sheath still looks great! God Bless and stay safe, my friend

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks !

  • @TonyGeneseo
    @TonyGeneseo2 жыл бұрын

    Been waiting for the review from you on those boots. Looked at their website after u got them. And I don’t mind spending good money for good footwear. I don’t skimp on footwear as I have wide feet with a high arch so get where you’re coming from on fitting good. They are pricey though ! Maybe I’ll give ‘em a go this fall. Take care Dave

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks you too

  • @travistiffany5585
    @travistiffany5585 Жыл бұрын

    YOu have the lace for the kiltie in backwards on your moc toe boots. I had that for a bit, and you would be surprised how much better it is when corrected.

  • @belieftransformation
    @belieftransformation2 жыл бұрын

    Great to find a company that works with you! Good review!

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @williamwilson4642
    @williamwilson46422 жыл бұрын

    Nice I ordered a pair 2 months ago after watching your first review. Looks like I have about 2 month more a waiting. Glad to see the wait will be worth it.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    good luck

  • @sovbo101
    @sovbo1012 жыл бұрын

    I like honest reviews. I like honest people. Hell, I like you, Dave. :) It's been a while since I've heard about Snow Seal down here in Kansas. Good on you.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Steve

  • @cherylt8590
    @cherylt85902 жыл бұрын

    Nice review Dave and glad to see you found a boot that fits your toe,and I'm sure your toe is happy as well lol 😉👍😊...

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @SuperDuty23XL
    @SuperDuty23XL Жыл бұрын

    I stumbled on a video about Nicks boots a year of so ago; I think it was Wrangler Star. I started researching and watching other videos to see what they were about. Ive always been a guy in serarch of good quality, sturdy , tough work boots. Lately most of my purchases had been in the western work boot style. Fitting my feet has never been a walk in the park; my left foot always giving me trouble around the big toe joint. What made it worse was that in most of the mass produced brands that I have had, a size 12 was slightly small (at least on my left foot) , and of course, most other brands don't offer half sizes once you're above a size 12, so I would have to by a 13, and a EE at that. So I got sold on the idea of a great quality, boot, all leather mid sole that would mold to my foot, from a boot made by hand in USA. Then the "what size to buy" question began. More videos, more research. But went back to Nicks, emailed them, and went with their advise. A half size down from my Brannock measurement. Brannock measurement was 11.5, E. So I went with a size 11, but stayed with EE. Ordered my Builder Pros with no custom anything; went with the "cutters choice" option, whick made it about a one month turn around. Ordered my boots in mid March . My boots showed up exactly 3 weeks later, much faster that what I imagined. I was anxious to try them on and a bit apprehensive . Tried them on and they felt like a reasonably good fit. My right foot felt fairly good right from the start. But don't think these are going to be "comfy" right out of the box. I could tell that I had some work to do. But once I wore them around the house a day or two to make sure they weren't unwearable, it was game on. I decided that these boots were going to be broken in and comfortable whether they wanted to or not! At first, they were pretty brutal to be honest. Felt like they were made out of solid oak. And my left foot was making me have doubts about the fit. But with each day, and trying different socks , they began to show some hope of getting them to where I wanted. It was a gradual thing but there was a moment where I was doing some chores around our small farm one evening where I realized, that, yes, my Nicks boots are broken in and feeling great on my feet. Now I wear them for 12 hours a day working outside with no problem, and beyond that they give me the support that leaves me feeling strong at the end of the day. I wasn't sure about the higher arch (although with western boots I found I liked the bigger heel) but I find it saves my feet from fatigue. As for toughness, man these are tough. Stomping around in the woods, cutting down trees, clearing brush, tearing out old fence including barded wire, building new fence, whatever you throw at these, I think they can handle it. I would buy these again no doubt. if you watch the videos where different brands of boots are cut in half (think it is Anvil Rose that does a lot of these), if you're like me you will feel kind of cheated for the money you have spent on lesser brands. These boots are a far better economic choice that the $200 boots that don't offer any support and don't last more that a year . One last thing on the size is that I would not say that Nicks run wide. I got the 55 last and glad I went with the EE... For length, glad I went with their advice on that. .

  • @Eli5047

    @Eli5047

    11 ай бұрын

    That's a lot to say 🤣

  • @sharleneyurgensen4441
    @sharleneyurgensen44412 жыл бұрын

    Great info on the boots. I've been looking for a good comfortable pair of boots. I'll check them out and see what I can find. Thanks Dave. 👍🌲🇨🇦 Cobble Hill BC

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    thanks

  • @xDooksx
    @xDooksx Жыл бұрын

    Good talk…I too have odd feet and challenges to find true fit shoes and boots I can stand in for long hours.

  • @ravincathomestead-cecilia2894
    @ravincathomestead-cecilia28942 жыл бұрын

    Great review, l know a few people that will love them

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Right on

  • @stan3198
    @stan31982 жыл бұрын

    Well that clears up the mysterious odd size footprints in the snow, I thought it was 2 uni-peds out for a stroll together 🤣

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    LOL

  • @josephgeorgeejr7039
    @josephgeorgeejr70392 жыл бұрын

    I was here for the original review, you kept ur word, glad u didn't sell out an just make give a review based on anything other than real world use.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @davida.proctorjr6441
    @davida.proctorjr64412 жыл бұрын

    Holy cow!!! My big toes actually curve in a little and i always have to buy big shoes extra wide. Now i understand why. Really good information. I'm going to look into these boots

  • @davida.proctorjr6441

    @davida.proctorjr6441

    2 жыл бұрын

    I mean my big toe curve in super uncomfortably because they hurt and i think they are supposed to be straight, lol. Anyway, thanx a bunch for the video!!!

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    When I order from Nick's I ask for extra room in the big toe area.....they pad the shoe form with scrap leather in that area so there is a "pocket" of extra room when the shoe is built on the form

  • @offgridinthepacificnorthwe3210
    @offgridinthepacificnorthwe32102 жыл бұрын

    My last pair of White's Smoke Jumpers cost $325 over 20 years ago. They are over $400 now. Tripple stitched loggers cost a lot and if they don't, they are not woth having. A foot will always break into the boot not the other way around lol. Thanks for the tip. I have not heard of Nick's Boots.

  • @nephtys369
    @nephtys369 Жыл бұрын

    “I’m too poor to wear cheap shoes” is a saying for a reason. A good pair will last forever. Glad you found some that work for you!

  • @grizzly1824
    @grizzly18242 жыл бұрын

    I looked at nicks but had to go with Frank's. They are both top notch. I'm also more than happy with a real custom set of boots. The price is high at first but over the long run of not buying boots every 9 months they pay for themselves. Also the comfort is like nothing you have ever worn after they are broke in. Great review

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @elmil6540
    @elmil6540 Жыл бұрын

    Nice One! What is your Brannock Size ? Did you go down the usual 1/2 size from your brannock in those builder pros?

  • @KevinsDisobedience
    @KevinsDisobedience2 жыл бұрын

    Glad their working for you, Dave. I finally broke down and bought a pair of Whites this year. Only bought them because they were offering a big discount around Thanksgiving. Still, you definitely get sticker shock when you see the price.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    I've heard Whites are great boots too

  • @Patryn71

    @Patryn71

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sticker shock only lasts until you start doing the math. I spend close to $200/year on boots & inserts. Each year. In 3 years I'll have the same amount of money in throw away boots as I do in these, and these will last me for many more years to come. Even taking into account resoles every other year to every 3 years, these will end up saving me money long term I've found that as I get older I'm willing to pay up front for things that will last me longer. The days of buying cheap and replacing every year are in my past.

  • @patriciacampbell3413
    @patriciacampbell34132 жыл бұрын

    hey Dave... my mom always took us to a shoe store growing up..she said you can skimp on your clothes but always pay the extra money for your shoes.. thank you for sharing this important reminder of how a good, well build boot can make all the difference!

  • @kathidori8504

    @kathidori8504

    2 жыл бұрын

    My parents did the same to us, they took us also to the dentist every year. All the other things were less important ( clothes, fancy food, toys........)

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    right

  • @linak7155
    @linak71552 жыл бұрын

    🥾🥾timely review! Getting my son a pair for his new job!

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    hope he likes them

  • @scottsmith6846
    @scottsmith68462 жыл бұрын

    Hey Dave I just wanted to wish you a happy Father's day for tomorrow man so have a blessed one

  • @keenobservations3050
    @keenobservations30502 жыл бұрын

    Love the ruffout look more then the moctoe. Your ruffout ones look very similar to my Viberg chamois ruffouts. Probably my favorite boot ever. Great review

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @pjoutdoorservices775
    @pjoutdoorservices7752 жыл бұрын

    Great to hear you love them and they’re worth the money. Do you think they would be able to do custom boots to the UK?

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think so

  • @user-wj3jl6tf2q
    @user-wj3jl6tf2q11 ай бұрын

    Nice review. Well done.

  • @luish8056
    @luish80562 жыл бұрын

    Good to hear the boots are holding up.

  • @Bushradical

    @Bushradical

    2 жыл бұрын

    like a champ

  • @Eli5047
    @Eli504711 ай бұрын

    Those held up great. What work did you do in that first pair for 8 months

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