Indonesian boot guys worship American boots because of Americana culture. Now American boot fanatics are obsessed with Indonesian boots because of the quality. How crazy is that 💪😁👍

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

time is a flat circle

@MrStreetninja007

16 күн бұрын

​@@Stridewise lol nice nietzsche reference

@briteppr62

16 күн бұрын

Indonesians have long been enamored by American culture. Nothing new there. Specifically regarding the mutual infatuation in bootwear, partially due to globalization and to Nick’s point, ‘flat circle’.

@kato2395

16 күн бұрын

Because of american culture? American boots are great because of its sturdiness, no Indonesians boot are built as strong and as sturdy as American flagship PNW boots. Indonesian boot are only winning in style and tidiness of work and perhaps more handmade aspect without machine if you care a lot about that.

@uiwatch2456

15 күн бұрын

Crazyyy

This is a great video. It goes to show that quality doesn’t have a nationality, it’s everywhere. You just need to know where to look.

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

Well said!

@kato2395

16 күн бұрын

I am pretty sure that this video is focusing on a certain nationality I don't know where you get that conclusion from after watching this video. But that doesn't mean I does not agree with your opinion.

Good interview Nick. You brought out Bagus’ character. I really have to try his Boondocker.

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

he's got plenty of character to spare!

I’m Indonesian, there are lots of cheaper yet durable boots here, my dream is to export these boots to other countries.

@ryanpiyo98

16 күн бұрын

Any brands you recommend?

@kornetkambingmen

12 күн бұрын

​@@ryanpiyo98 sagara

@bugvengeance3673

12 күн бұрын

jadikan realiti

@garynico9872

12 күн бұрын

@@ryanpiyo98 Piede (Moctoe Series), Dikars (Iron Tan Steel Toe Safety Series), Prabu (Chelsea Boot Series).

@BroAriq

12 күн бұрын

​@@garynico9872 just ordered prabu chelsea boots, i needed this 💪

Finally these guys get the recognition they deserve

Bagus is quite a character. And for an Indonesian, he articulates himself well with some pride and confident

@kato2395

16 күн бұрын

Confindent is good but pride is not something to be boasting about. Being too prideful is sometimes Indonesian's downfall 😂

@DesiranKehendak

15 күн бұрын

@@kato2395 I got your point. However, the way I see it, the pride is coming from a good achievement, not from a thin air. And to the broader context, Indonesia is still invisible despite the enormous potential talents like Bagus. So, the 'pride' here as an antidote to being inferior. Well, of course, too much anything, even good things like Love will kill you. That's a no brainer.

On the question of Dutch and Chinese: Since before Dutch colonization,Chinese have migrated to Java for centuries. They were even part of the reason of the spread of Islam in Java. During the Dutch colonization, some Chinese people in Indonesia acted as business mediators between the Dutch and the local people, extracting labor power of the peasants in sugar industry and other plantation. Other chinese people were mere wage laborers like the the natives, working for meager wage. During Japanese occupation and decolonization process, many Dutch businesses were left behind by the Dutch themselves due to the instability or were nationalized. Probably the Chinese businessmen take more role from that moment. So the craftmen have been there for generations, while the owners and consumers changed. Those interested can see Alexander Claver's Dutch Commerce and Chinese Merchants in Java: Colonial Relationships in Trade and Finance, 1800-1942 by Brill (2014).

@ryanpiyo98

16 күн бұрын

The richest ethnicity in Indonesia are the indo-chinese I believe.

@hndrwn

15 күн бұрын

Some chinese indonesians are very rich but many other ethic group has very rich people too (Javanese especially). The racial politics loves to highlight chinese indonesians' affluence to put them as scapegoats to be blamed and slaughtered in times of trouble. This has happened since Dutch colonization. The latest widespread scapegoating happened during the 1998 riot. While Suharto's family has reaped the nation's wealth rapaciously, the mass riot were directed toward middle class chinese indonesian merchants around the nation. It was ugly.

@sentiasatransformasi

12 күн бұрын

you sure have a lot of time in ur hands

Hello Nick. As an Indonesian, I'm mad at you because I'm very addicted to 10 pairs of Indonesian boots that you mentioned and promoted for several years (including Sagara, Junkard, Txture, Jakkrabbits, and Santalum) 🤣 Jokes aside, I'm really happy that Indonesian bootmakers are really compassionate for their works and great interview too!

@Berserkazn64

8 күн бұрын

Im going to surabaya soon, what brands of boots or denim/americana do you recommend?

@adrianpragiwaksana4245

7 күн бұрын

For boots, if you want rugged style I can recommend Sagara, Txture, and Jakkrabbits (all of them from Bandung and MTO, unfortunately). For denim (cloth/jeans) I can only remember one brand: Wingman (also from Bandung too).

I do love these types of videos. It gives a face to the businesses you hear about. It also really shows there are passionate people who want to make a great product. Supporting small businesses is never a bad thing.

@totokprasetyo5170

10 күн бұрын

Supporting small business is great.

You hit a home run with this video. Fantastic video, keep them coming.

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

More to come!

Because of your video on the top Indo boot manufacturers, I bought a pair of Txture Sanity boots. Have had them for 6 months and they have almost replaced my full leather flops, mandatory SC Summer footwear!! If you're looking for a fine hand welted casual or dress boot, give Txture a hard look. Mid priced Indo boots with plenty of custom options and easy to order using IG. Their customer service is amazing, but lead times can be extended. I can assure you the extra month or so is well worth the quality, appearance and comfort Txture offers. I've had a number of people I didn't know approach me and ask where I purchased my boots, not knowing they were handmade by Txture ..... I'm a typical 50yr old man people typically ignore, but these boots have spawned some very interesting conversations I didn't expect..... Thanks so much for introducing Indo footwear to me and those who should take your advice on their not manufacturers. Without your video, I wouldn't own the finest footwear ever to grace my middle class feet!!!

@BB-gl7zt

17 күн бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to share this! I'll give txture a look!

@adrianpragiwaksana4245

17 күн бұрын

Agree. Txture is really awesome. I have a pair of Warhorse Selvedge Line with blue Crazy Horse leather from CF. Stead. That boot is a beautiful piece of footwear art

@tony_r_pierce

16 күн бұрын

@@bryanduchane2371 Thanks for this recommendation!

You opened my eyes to the world of bootmakers. This is definitely one of your best videos yet!

They do incredible work, i think i might need to get a pair sometime soon

Such a treat. He’s a very nice guy.

This was great, Nick. I’m sticking with my thought that you have such a cool job getting to visit some of the best tanneries and boot makers in the world. If I remember correctly, he did an episode with the guys at Stitchdown podcast that’s well worth the time too.

You are killing it brother. I really appreciate how much effort you put into boots just for all of us.

@Stridewise

13 күн бұрын

Thanks for saying so my man! All my regular boring reviews are what help me make this cooler content so keep watching ;)

Nick fantastic interview!

From American Lisa Sorrell to Indonesian Bagus Satrio back to the US again! Great video! 🔥🥾🔥👢🤩👍🏻👏🏻

my guy bagus representing us well lol. glad i found ur channel nick, been a fan of sagara projects since 2016.

Finally I've been waiting on this video

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

love to hear it

I love this interview.

Orang orang kita tuh memang harus mengerti dan menghargai, craftmanship n bespokse stuff tuh udah pasti mahal dan perlu proses, karena material semua berkualitas dan pembuatannya dibuat dengan tangan secara detail agar bisa tahan seuumur hidup, maju terus Sagara !

Nice interview!

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it dude!

Great video, thanks !

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

thanks my man!

love this guy, passionate and a true craftsman

Awesome episode

Hello Nick, I just received my cordmaster horse butt boots and I love the way they fit and the wait was only 4 months. The craftsmanship is amazing. I generally like the service boot but these fit great. I have to admit that the natural color is to light and I do not have the patience for the natural darkening so I used a brown Safire cream conditioner and I one hour my boot look six months old. The Maryam Horse hide that Sagara used is the best I have seen and I have 6 pairs of horse hide boots. Thanks for the recommendation.

Finally the video is out!

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

I feel like I’ve given birth

Enjoyed this video, thank you! At the time of this airing, I have a pair of Sagara Boondockers enroute with DHL. Bear in mind I ordered the boots 352 days ago. My take is that Sagara's popularity has exploded their lead times, which might put off some potential buyers. I have a Fortis order that is 207 days old at this point. My Jakkrabbits latest order took 75 days, much longer than their estimate of around 45 days. The Indonesian makers have rocketed in popularity and their production times and prices have likewise expanded. This trend will likely continue...

@ryanpiyo98

16 күн бұрын

My Junkard order so far is 97 days. Their lead time is 3 to 4 months, so I'm suspecting an extension by 2 weeks to a month because Tangguh informed me March orders would only begin production in July. So if I'm being optimistic, it's early Aug that I'm getting my boots. I plan to get a boondocker as well, just unsure whether to stick with Junkard or try Jakkrabbits. Sagara and some of the bigger or popular makers are pretty expensive nowadays.

Nice boots, hopefully get one of this😊

Got my first pair coming in from Briselblack. Looking forward to getting a pair from Sagara soon!

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

Briselblack interview is coming out too! Taking longer to edit because that one was filmed in Bahasa

Think Junkard is incredibly underrated as well. One of the few indo makers with a very detailed website and lots of interesting designs. Their new SC-X last is a good sign to me too. They are refining their lasts, which is the one area Indonesian makers may lack sophistication compared to longstanding american or european makers. Patiently waiting for my boots!

Winson (more of a dress shoes maker) is definitely something I'd like to check out in the future

Most Indo boots are just a finely made product and worth every penny. Have a few myself. BUT PLEASE, makers in Indonesia. Hire communications people to your teams. Have a dedicated person to handle customers and their expectations. A theme with many (not all) makers is to ghost their customers while they get their queue in order. Better communications would do your businesses a world of good.

@briteppr62

17 күн бұрын

Agreed! Better communication would be beneficial.

@wenderis

16 күн бұрын

This! Altho, yes it is part of their charm and part of customers frustration. Not unlike tourist that went to Bali for culture and then frustrated that the laundry woman ghost 'em for a ceremony in the temple.

@briteppr62

16 күн бұрын

@@wenderis I’ve no idea what you’re getting at here? The inherent charm of Indonesians leads to customers and tourists frustration?

@brucewayan8861

16 күн бұрын

@@wenderisbacotttt

I'm Indonesian, I love heavy boots, I had an Ariat and I used it for working and it's durable. The arch is 1.5 inch, it's comfy for me

6:17 In your previous review the water was leaking inside and you said that the norwegian welt is not really working, has they improved on that?

Also for dress shoes, should check out Fortuna shoes in Indonesia, I believe their factory also in Bandung.

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

Yes I didn't have time to visit them unfortunately, but I do have Onderhoud and Briselblack coming up too!

YEAAAAAAH SAGARAAAAAA YEAAAAAAH!!!

Can't wait to have my Trailmasters in shark leather they are gonna be amazing

Their boots really good. Other leather goods made in Bandung is also amazing. All hand made.

Love my Cordmasters!

Thanks for the great video. I will pay you a visit. I would love to have a pair of boots from this guy. Thanks

Ulasan yang berbeda dengan yang lain...anda menginspirasi banyak orang❤

YESSIR!!

Pretty cool that the local government was able to support the video and get the word out

Cordovan is definitely for dress shoes, using it for outdor boots is overkill. Thats why those boots are luxury.

what i've seen so far, indonesian craftsmen shoes/boot/clothes are very passionate in their craft..

How can I size a grant stone 8E in their boots? I’ve had a lot of boots and I use grant stone because it provides the best fit.

no, you're joking. i went to nashville broadway street, the boots there are fabulously and very comfortably made

Bandung itu menurutku sudah sukses membangun citra pakaian berkualitas. Dulunya kyk terkenal nyontek desain, bahan agak kureng,plagiat merk, sekarang karena sudah melewati tahap itu menjadi punya kesadaran membuat produk mereka sendiri. Salut sih. Dulu aku menantikan jg produk knalpot KW Purbalingga menjadi daerah produksi knalpot2 produk mereka sendiri, tdk lg membuat KW nyontek merk terkenal. Kyknya skg sudah mulai berubah ke arah lebih baik jg.

The right place to be 🎉

I'm not surprised that Bandung is a maker of high quality products, before Zara cloned world designer clothes, Bandung had been doing it since the 60s and they became one of the fashion centers in Asia.

Hoping that you were also able to check out indonesian denim companies and have a video or 2 coming out on that...

Menyala kakak… 🔥

THANKS FOR SHARING...IT'S A JOY TO SEE THIS...MENYALA ABANGKU

Mr. Bagus with sagara is the legend of indonesian boots maker.

The music in he background is a bit way too loud, but what an epic interview !!

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

ugh i never know if the music will be too loud or not, i think it depends so much on the individual's audio settings and what kind of speakers/earbuds they use. good feedback though Ibrahim, really glad you liked it nonetheless!

@ibrahimalzahrani4587

17 күн бұрын

@@Stridewise I've been watching your videos for years now.. I actually ordered a pair of the seventh in shell cordovan about 3 months ago , and that was thanks to your recommendations. I don't know if you remember me asking you about shell cordovan and the best Chelsea boots out there, and that was before "the top 10 best Chelsea boots video" you made. I really appreciate what you do man. However, I don't really think it's my speakers and giving the fact that English isn't my first language nor it's your guest's. The music made it a bit too difficult to understand, but the caption was a really thoughtful touch.

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

@@ibrahimalzahrani4587 That's so great! I love it when i help someone choose a boot they love, and especially when it's something that's so niche and hard to order like an Indonesian one!

Where can i get online? Im from Singapore.

Hold up Flash Coffee still exists? They suddenly disappeared from Singapore overnight. Didn't even pay their staff and vendors (my company being one of them).

Fascinating

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

this is my favorite comment so far

Gw pas liat hargany di website ini worth every rupiah banget!!! Beneran full handmade dgn harga sgtu mah muraah bgt dbanding dengan designer fancy dluar sana lohhh

Sagara my rekomended in indonesia,

As an indonesian myself, it's one of my dreams to be able to afford boots from Sagara or Txture

What were you wearing ? I really like your boots .. Was that from sagarabootmaker ?

@Stridewise

11 күн бұрын

yeah! their flagship product, the sagara cordmaster

I am actually waiting on some Jakkrabbits as we speak. Some of the cleanest looking monkeyboots

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

Oh cool! Did you see my video on them? kzread.info/dash/bejne/aI6ur9dpoMiwmqQ.html

Seriously though the tax for imported goods is suck here

Stride wisely, even in Norway 🇳🇴🇳🇴

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

thanks for watching, Norway!!

i was distracted by that cute dogs

Thoughts on onderhoud?

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

I actually have a video with him too! It's really cool, he treats his shop like a sort of 'university' of bootmakers, teaching them his skills

Bro, why he giveaway all his secret ingredients and concept, inspiration and many things in this one video?

As an Asian, I support the Indonesian leather goods more than anything

I like South African boots…. Jim Green to be precise

as a indonesian iam very proudly and shame at the sametimes, especialy the part of goverment take a lot of tax

The music over the conversation is really annoying. I muted the sound and read the subtitles.

...what? Seriously? You did not visit Jakkrabbits Boots?!!!11 🤦🏼🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏿‍♀️😢

@Stridewise

17 күн бұрын

I only had time to go to 3 workshops but they're all super legit - Briselblack and Onderhoud next in this series!

@gron-go

17 күн бұрын

​​@@Stridewiselooking forward to watching it )) I actually empire my Jakkrabbits boots that's why strongly suggest you visiting them and posting a video about them here. 👌

Quite a long ad

@Stridewise

7 күн бұрын

very funny that you think Sagara is the kind of operation that would/could pay for an "ad" like this

Hungarian army I thought

The thing about Indonesian boots is that it generally lack creativity. No one dared to push boundaries or even came up with creative designs like ccp or pollacki. Hell, even Oree have better designs, and their quality is sub-par.

@ryanpiyo98

11 күн бұрын

Completely different styles. People who like heritage style don't care for modern street style designed boots. What you consider creativity, most people in the heritage boot space would consider lunacy. Being creative is someone like alehandroshoes or unsung house, proper shoemakers. No one cares about fashion designers lmao

@swaggerman3

9 күн бұрын

@ryanpiyo98 too bad heritage style looks like shit, to each his own

$350 - 700 for boots, thanks but NO WAY

Indonesian customer want cheaper price..... ha ha

ADSENSE LO JANCOG

Crossing your legs to have your soles close to your interviewee. F-ing rude.

@Stridewise

14 күн бұрын

I know that’s important in Thailand and India but didn’t know it applied to Indonesia too, thanks for educating me

Naah thats a shitty boots

Nike should buy this company

@noefvon

14 күн бұрын

nike already have factory in indonesia