I have used work boots for 20+ years. I am on my feet for 10+ hours a day. I tried Thorogood boots for the first time last year. These are a game changer. Very comfortable from day one. Never have had to add insoles in these boots. And yes, I have owned several pairs of Red Wings. Hope this helps.

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Very true that Thorogoods don't need insoles! Outsole wasn't too hard?

@bluegrassman3040

3 жыл бұрын

Did yours have the wedge soles? I work in a large auto plant, and I have seen a few people here and there that wear these.

@RiGHTcoast_REGULAR

2 жыл бұрын

yea dude I tried thorogood out for the first time this year. def kicks timberland, Georgia boots, and yes even redwing in the ass in my opinion

@RiGHTcoast_REGULAR

2 жыл бұрын

and I've had multiples of each

@EseMorro610

2 жыл бұрын

Wonder why the red wings are so expensive compare to the thorogoods i think i know which side im leaning towards

I have thorogood steelstoes for work. I work on the railroad typical boots like 6 months but these I have had for 3 years. Twice resoled and still look brand new and have felt amazingly comfy since day one.

The Traction Tred Lite 1221's were so comfortable the minute I put them on I had to have them. All-time favorite boots

I have the 10875, 875, 8130, and the 8138, all moc toes Once broken in they last forever I tried the TG, very comfortable for the first couple months but after that they seemed to loosen up, get floppy, with no support. My RW just feel better every time I wear them. BTW I’m a mechanical contractor.

Yes! Thorogoods are for WORK. Was a red wing guy until I tried thorogoods. Won’t go back until thorogoods pisses me off somehow.

@ApriliaRacer14

4 жыл бұрын

Same here

@andrewsalazar98

3 жыл бұрын

Try Nick’s

@Hugoazul77

3 жыл бұрын

Same here!!! It’s just easy to see how confortable thorogood is and then you won’t pay 300 for a pair of boots that will hurt your feet for about a month, when finally starts to feel some comfort your sole is almost gone😂Another thing that nobody mention is the toe box on the red wings gets so out of shape.

@ryankelly1846

3 жыл бұрын

They won't. Lol

@MrNiceGuy80x5

3 жыл бұрын

@Becoming Godsizei personally find thorogoods far more comfortable than redwings.

Own Thorogoods...VERY pleased with them.

I did try half down with redwing, but they were still huge! Full size down fits brilliant. Break in took about 4 days of continuous wear and I could instantly tell once they were broken in. Incredibly comfortable.

@nehemiahstewart

2 жыл бұрын

I had the same experience with my 877s

Both boots are great, I have a pair RW 1907 and the same thorogood boot. Over time the thorogood boot stretches out and are more loose on my feet but wearing boot socks took care of that. Like you said it depends what you will use them for I like the red wing for normal wear and the thorogood is good for work. Hopefully my next pair will be the 875 rw I love how the 875 looks after the break in.

Thanks, I’m with the Thorogoods for now.

dude I've been waiting for this comparison :DD

@Tikimohn

3 жыл бұрын

Rose Anvil, search them on YT.

I’ve had both and as a diabetic with neuropathy it’s definitely difficult finding shoes or boots that give all day comfort. For me the Redwings are hands down the most comfortable of the two although Both are quality shoes. The red wings are the first pair of shoes I’ve been able to comfortably wear all day without having my feet hurt.

Thanks for this video, its the one i've been waiting for. i have a pair of 875 Mocs and they are great and yes breaking them in was Hell on earth. but i will now get a pair of the Thorogoods and wear them one day and the Red Wings the next. Cheers from Australia in the time of Coronavirus i hope you have been well.

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Hey I appreciate that man! Glad to be of service. Say hi to Australia for me!

I got 3 of the thorogood 814-4200 and 1 thorogood 804-3600 Steel toe. They are the best, Most comfortable, pair of boots I’ve ever worn.

Thanks. Great video very helpful

Great video Nick! I prefer the 1907 Moc toe from Red Wing. I just picked up a pair of Whites 350 Cruisers, I bet you would love them!

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Whites are the BEST

I was able to track down a pair of Thorogood Portage boots recently. Truly an incredible pair of boots. I also have a pair of older Red Wing round toe Supersoles. They’re not very comparable as far as style or purpose, but I love them both.

This was a great review, visually and verbally detailed. EVEN THOUGH you throw the obvious nod to the Thorogood; AWESOME job!

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks! the thing is I prefer the Red Wing because it looks cooler, I just acknowledge that Thorogood is better in just about every other respect lol

@adibee88

4 жыл бұрын

@@Stridewise Fair enough! Lol Your review actually caused me to gain interest in wanting to purchase a pair of Thorogoods to add to my collection! 👍

I am now at 4 pairs of Thorogood mocs and just bought my 2nd pair of red wings. for work Thorogood is definitely better and my most broke in pair looks almost the same size of the Redwings now. I do agree that the 875 do look better overall. Either way I love both and will keep wearing both.

A while ago I had the Thorogood sole put on my Red Wings, as I was tired of resoling yearly (I walk A LOT for my job) They lasted almost 2 years before needing to be resoled!

@edrader

4 жыл бұрын

yep better soles

@Stridewise

Жыл бұрын

Yes, that's consistent with what I've heard Miles!

I've got thinner feet. I tried the Red Wings on at my local Red Wing store and they were way too roomy. The Thorogood pair fit like a glove and they have worn amazingly well the past year.

Great review, Mate... RW all day, every day for me....

Just bought Thorogood Waterproof, steel toe, moc toe, 8 inch boot. It’s so comfy out of the box, does need a little break in but all good I mow lawns and I’m around wet grass all the time so that wedge sole was a con for me, but Thorogood offered the boot described above with a wedge sole carved into a regular heel style with added tread. Also the sole came in black which is awesome cause the white would turn green. It’s like these were made for me.

I used to wear Red Wings. A few years back I decided to try Thorogood for the first time. I haven't gone back to Red Wing since. The Thorogood boots are more durable and comfortable.

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Thorogood is indeed comfy, Mike!

@matttherrien9608

Жыл бұрын

As someone that's familiar with both brands, can I get away with an eight and a half wide Moc Toe Thorogood? I wear a size 9D Iron Ranger. Thank you for your reply in advance.

@coyotegrad-collectables

Жыл бұрын

@@matttherrien9608 most likely. Thorogoods run a little big, so you should be fine with a half size smaller

@matttherrien9608

Жыл бұрын

@@coyotegrad-collectables much obliged friend. Though, I'm more drawn to the Red Wings. The devil's in the details! Better quality in house leather that ages beautifully. They have style and substance over Thorogoods. Would you be inclined to agree?

Thorogood all the way. I've had the heritage moc toe and round toe. Loved them both. And they look way better.

@Bolt-yg1nk

3 жыл бұрын

Does Thorogood boots have a warranty like Redwing. Like if I needed to replace the sole in 4 years would they do it or how does that work if they have a warranty?

Just got some Thorogood boots! Waiting for them to arrive. Heard nothing but good things about them.

Both are good boots. I have done a lot of work in the Redwings. There are some guys that swear by the Redwings at places I've worked. These do size bigger but I correct it by adding an insert. My favorite work boot from Redwing is the Chukka. I refer to them as the Vans of the work boot world. Super comfortable!!

@Stridewise

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info! Legit never heard of people using chukkas as work boots!

@cesarsanchez9697

3 жыл бұрын

@@Stridewise That's what the model #595 was made for. They are ideal for warehouse work and for those that stand for long periods of time especially on hard surfaces. They're perfect if you are going from office to worksite and back.

I have the red wing boot...awesome and age well... very pleased.

I own both, the Thorogood is the work boot, the Red Wing is the hipster boot. My Red Wings look better after some wear but the crepe sole is horrible, it's almost gone after a few months of wear.

Thorogood has been my go to for heritage work boots. Their boots are still US made and they're really well made. Hardly a break in and they're a consistent boot. Have a set two users and I beat on them hard. They just need their first resole.

I have red wing 10877 I used in the office for winters moths is really good boot hard to break in I almost quit , now is little better but still unconfortable some times , I will buy the thorogood and see if is better on my feet

Great vid! Thinking about finally snagging my first pair of mocs and leaning toward the RW 1907. Btw what jeans were you wearing? They looked awesome

Basically it comes down to this, if you want them for work or to dress up.

Thorogood for the win! I work on tugboats and the steel decks can be pretty tough on your joints. The Thorogood is super comfortable and very slip resistant. An all around great work boot.

I work for a living so I got to go with thorogood.

@Stridewise

3 жыл бұрын

Great! Glad to have helped, Lee

@montanawhite5699

3 жыл бұрын

Haha I say the same thing as you. “I work for a living” nobody else seems to get it. I mean work as in work, not sit behind a computer in ac all day.

@roberthale9921

3 жыл бұрын

Funny - I too work for a living and for that reason I went with redwing. To each his own!

Just got the Red Wings in Oro legacy. I was about to walk up to the register with the thorogoods, then I realized the Red Wings are just $40 more expensive. It was a little bit more involved though. Had to drive an hour away to the nearest Red Wing store that had my size in stock, then I had the sizing issue to wear a 12 wide was too big, but a 12 was barely too small, so I just got the 12 stretched and they seem to fit perfectly now. The things I do for the things I love

@Stridewise

8 ай бұрын

Phew, when you said you got the 12 hoping they'd stretch i held my breath - often doesn't work out! glad you got a boot you like

I like the red wings because they make them the same way they did back in the days when they were introduced. You're getting a boot from 1952. And that requires a break in. It's like you get a molded boot that you have to work at for a month or so (probably less honestly), or you get a more modern comfy boot that doesn't change at all. What you get is what you got. Just different preferences.

@littleoldal

Жыл бұрын

Riiight. Prefer to pay more and feet hurt for a month vs comfyness asap and less expensive

I have the RW Moc Toes for fashion but once my current Wolverine steel toe work boots get out of commission, I'm gonna get the Thorogoods

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Great! Wolverine isn't well known for theirs, you like them?

Hi what will you say is the best boots for the price around the samme price red wings or doc martens or wolverine or any similar priced brands?

Both are very cool.

I’m going to have to get both

@stridewise Hey Nick! I see you have the 10875's. I can't make my decision whether I like them or the slightly different 875's more. What made you choose 10875's over the 875's? Thanks, and keep up the great work!

I have both. Thorogood are more comfortable

Nice review Nick, I especially liked the pyrotechnic opening. It would be fun to see the people's expression as they walk by you during your shoe modeling moves. I definitely prefer the Red Wings. Cheers mate.

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

KABOOM! There are a few videos where people look at me weird in the background haha I get so embarrassed walking around being filmed, you have no idea

@zHumanfactor

4 жыл бұрын

Stridewise you are a true professional sir.

8" thorogood is a dang fine pair of boots. I own several different boots but these are my everyday go to boots and beat them up

Is there a difference between men's and women's moc toe? I am a size 7 us. If they are basically the same I just have more colour choice available on sale.

I’ll have to have both of them

I’m not much into the Moc Toe style, yet if I were; I think you’ve done a great job comparing the pros and cons of these two fine boots. I’d probably go with the Red Wing for the aesthetics. Great job Nick! Hope all is well...Ed

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ed! Always good to see you.

Hi! how are you? Love your reviews. Red wing moc toe come in size 5, 5.5, 6 (UK sizes)?

Sizing for thorogoods in my scenario: try them on!!!! I’m usually a size down. This most recent pair, only a half size.

@edrader

4 жыл бұрын

sizing same as redwing. 1/2 size down

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah like I said sometimes people are half a size, sometimes a whole size down, but I'm always half a size.

hoping you get to review the Whites Perry moc toe, recently came out with lower MSRP than Redwing

Moc toeee madness!!! Lmaoooo cracked me up!

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

hahahaha I'm so happy someone appreciated that

Hey Nick, great video! Is that a filson backpack near the end of the video?

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Haha yes, it is! Good eye. I might do a review of it as well :)

Red Wings have the brand name and the history behind them, so I prefer Red Wings. I own both and they are both great boots!

My Thorogood are years old, look great and show now signs of giving up the farm. They have been through it all and then some. I actually went with my normal show size when I bought my current pair, and yes my feet tended to swim in them. I did this on purpose because I needed to have room for my insert. One thing I noticed right away with the Thorogood and still notice is that I don't get foot fatigue after wearing the boots for any length of time. I also lucked up to be able to purchase them at a great sale price. I think the only reason I've never purchased a pair of Redwings is the cost up front.

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

You had an insert on top of the footbed already in Thorogood, eh? Great to hear you don't get foot fatigue over time, it really is universally considered great for guys actually working in or staying on their feet all day in them.

How are these for working when there is no steel toe cap in it?

I’m blessed to have both however I found the thorogoods were much easier to wear the redwings took a while to break in

good!!!

@Stridewise, how did the sizing compare between the Red Wing and Thorogood?

Thanks for another great vid. I had some Thorogods and in a word, painful. Where all of the stitching starts near the first eyelet dug into the top of my foot and the toe box was too narrow. I kept them thinking they just needed to break in, never did. I later tried wide width but they were too wide and too much slop in the fit. Chippewa's mix toe is a much better fit for me

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

That's interesting, Karl! You're the first guy I heard say Thorogood just didn't fit, and I appreciate that you tried on different fits and sizes. Chippewa's a solid brand, glad you liked them!

Which ones are better in snow and on slippery surfaces?

My Thorogood's are my beaters, and I wear them for knocking around.

Great review! do you mind sharing what jeans are you wearing? I really like the fit and color!

@Stridewise

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude! Those are my full counts , I did a video on them: kzread.info/dash/bejne/gGuKr9NsorWvksY.html Unless you mean the uncuffed ones I wore with Thorogood, those are just Levis

Thorogood has exceeded my expectations. I walk on cement for 8+ hours for a big box store. I’ve owned a lot of work steel toe sneaker shoes. Thorogood blows them out the water. But I am looking at the redwing 1907 in the future for casual wear.

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like the right approach!

@abnercarrera

3 жыл бұрын

the 1907 is soooo hard to break in. You'll gonna feel some pain. I Got rid of them and bought the Thorogood. Holy crap, the Thorogood fit is amazing. No break in needed.

How do you know the leather quality and I thought there are the same thickness

I have checked the website. But the sizing starts from 7 ( UK ).

I have the Thorogoods in brown. 1st pair of good boots. After comparing them to RW I want to have my soles sanded down more like the RWs.

Good video. One problem with speed hooks is that when walking through dense ground brush the laces often get caught and pulled loose.

@Stridewise

3 жыл бұрын

Great point!

@drzaius844

2 жыл бұрын

Long pants.

I’m a THOROGOOD man myself 👍🏽

My God i like both I'm wearing thorogood now and they give me knee pain 😩 if red wing is heavier it'll be worst for my knees i guess what should i do any suggestions?

I just got my 875 delivered yesterday. When would be a good time to apply some Bicks on it?

I have both seems the same to me I also have Nike running shoes and addidas running shoes seem the same as well go with preference I guess

I’m pretty sure rose anvil measured the thickness of the leather and he stated they are both same thickness just T goods are tumbled or something to make it more conditioned

Nick, what's your opinion on Mexican made boots ? There is a brand i have seen called Padilla they make a moc toe, with full grain "grasso" leather. Not sure what "grasso" is, my guess is that it is an oil tanned leather (grasso\grease). jyst wondering if you have ever seen a pair. they only run about $50-$60 so i am gussing they're junk.

what are the jeans in the video?

What model redwings are these? I feel like thicker leather and leather insoles are better for comfort. It forms more to your specific foot shape

Hi what the width like on the thorogood? Are they already made wide on the toe or should i go EE if i have wide feet. Thx

@ryanmeyers6315

3 жыл бұрын

They run long and narrow. Go with an EE

I'd love to see a comparison between the Thorogood and the Thursday boots.

Thorogood leather is close to the same thickness as redwing. It’s barrel rolled making it way softer. That’s the difference. I owned the redwings a few years ago. Took 2 months to break in, then after about 2 months later the sole melted away, super soft. If you drag your feet, your work with concrete. The redwing sole will melt away before the boot is even broken in.

@Stridewise

Жыл бұрын

Great input, dude! Thanks for sharing your side

Can you make a video on the waterproof version of redwing and thorogood moc toes?

@Stridewise

3 жыл бұрын

You mean Red Wing's work boots? I'm doing a comparison of Irish Setter and Red Wing soon

Really glad you made this video I have birthday in a couple of weeks and was thinking of getting a pair of moc toe boots and I was gonna get the red wings but I’ve also thought about getting the thorogoods so I guess I’ll find out if my wallets allegiance sticks to red wing or if I decide to go thorogood Edit : I think I’ll stick with redwing but man it’s hard to turn the thorogoods away

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

It's a hard one Blake, I know! It's funny like there are so many reasons Thorogood is better but I just like the look of Red Wing so much more. Hey happy birthday!

@blakedavis2447

4 жыл бұрын

Stridewise thank you so much ! Love your content

I love my Thorogood moc toes but really hate the speed hooks!

Just gotta love red wings, there’s just something about them that once you start you’re hooked

@brandonin_ny

4 жыл бұрын

Carlos E. Martinez Ramos I’m a huge red wing guy for casual wear. For work, which I do need steel toe, I prefer Carolina Boot Co. I’ve only had them for 3 weeks, but oh my god they are so comfortable. If they turn out to be durable, I can’t imagine ever buying a different brand or model. I’d simply order them again once the current ones wear out.

@CarlosValentor

4 жыл бұрын

Brandon Gray well in my line of work (oilfield) the industry buys red wing work boots for all of us, I’m sure there’s better but hey, they pay for them so 🤷🏻‍♂️. Then again, I keep buying red wing heritage for casual wear so, I guess I’m just a die hard fan

@andrewsalazar98

3 жыл бұрын

More like Nick’s boots or White’s boots. $600 for a pair of boots that will last you the rest of your career.

Nice video. Where are your boots socks from?

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Terry Helm!

Is a shank less necessary in a wedge?

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

Shanks are a tad less common in wedges but it's still very common

Never owned either. Big problem for me is blisters. I have a wide foot and skinny heal.

What about Carolina American Made ?

Which thorogood boot is being shown in the video? I think I know the redwing. 10875?

@Stridewise

4 ай бұрын

yup it's actually the 10875 (i bought the 875 on ebay and this is what turned up haha) the thorogoods are the thorogood heritage moc toe instagram.com/p/C3tXAcsvA5x/

Great comparison! But they’re both far from „through punishment“. They look almost new to be honest :D

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

How dare you emasculate me like this

Hi, what jeans are you wearing? Not just the brand by the style too please. My jeans seems to be a little too baggy, which I don't mind, but the more slim fits do show off the appeal of those nice boots

@Stridewise

3 жыл бұрын

Hey J S, these jeans are Full Count kzread.info/dash/bejne/gGuKr9NsorWvksY.html I wear high rise, relax tapered jeans because I have a big butt and thighs. If you don't, you might prefer regular tapered, but in any event it sounds like tapered is what you're looking for :)

I understand wanting the wedge outsole style for work purposes standing a lot at work...But am I the only one that thinks if you're picking one for looks and to wear casually, the heeled outsole looks better?

@Stridewise

Жыл бұрын

Grant Stone has some moc toes with heels that look great! See my video on the Brass Boot

The hipster boot goes to Red Wings. You want a work boot, get Thorogoods.

@charlesbronson240

3 жыл бұрын

Don’t write off people who want to wear well made shoes as hipsters, I’ve used both of these boots for my trade as a carpenter.

@bravobear1844

3 жыл бұрын

Charles Bronson, hipsters wear red wings.

@foxholeoutdoors70

3 жыл бұрын

@@bravobear1844 I wear red wings.. wore them for factory work, wood splitting, and maintenance/grounds work. I also own thorogoods, and love them both. Thorogoods are amazing work boots, way more comfy to start, but my redwings fit like a glove.

@glaper

3 жыл бұрын

BravoBear hipsters died out like 5 years ago

@robeasy13

3 жыл бұрын

I love wearing my Red Wings when I walk the farmers market for my weekly organic veggies while I enjoy a latte, trying to avoid getting froth on my mustache.

Ok so two years have passed. I now have two pairs of the RedWing heritage and two pairs of thorogood both black and tobacco.go to go with the guy below, the thorogood ‘s are considerably more comfortable during the break I. For sure. I think both look great but going forward I’ll stick with the thorogood.

Redwings are nice but I would go for thorogoods for comfort for work.

I’ve got a pair of the Black Goods and wear them All the time and when I ride my Harley. Just a comfortable boot and they look killer. Oh and that Flag on the side is a nice touch too

@Stridewise

3 жыл бұрын

Nice one!

I have both boots. Red Wing is best for fashion and look great around town. Thorogood is better for work.

I bought a pair of Therogood 6inch moc toe about a year ago. I double water proofed them. They are american made lock stock and barrel. I have to wear a insole for working on concrete floors. They are comfortable. The pig skin breaks in easier and is softer. Paid $185 for them. They are definitely a better buy. I'd buy a pair again when they wear out.

How do these 2 stack up against Thursday boot moc toe?

@Stridewise

4 жыл бұрын

actually haven't tried them yet! I'm doing Thursday's Chelsea next.

Had anyone used the SNO SEAL on these boots? Does it need any extra water proofing? Just ordered the 6 inch thorogoods for my all around boot and I do a lot of motorcycle riding in Harleys and hiking .

@ryanmeyers6315

3 жыл бұрын

I use mink oil every few months to keep them water resistant and conditioned

For me thorogood all day all year. I tried redwings. I tried the 1907 and my goodness was that an uncomfortable boot. I had to stop wearing them. Then i tried a pair of irish setters. A bit better but still not a very comfortable boot. An uncle of mine steered me towards thorogood boots and i never looked back.

I think they actually have the same thickness in leather, it’s just that the thorogood’s leather is tumbled and gives it that thinner “feeling”