Logger Boots?

mikehopkins

mikehopkins

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I'm still trying to find footwear for my daily use on concrete at work and off road. I tried on a pair of Logger boots the other day and they felt real comfortable. Anything I should know about them other than weight? Redwing 620s are what I tried. Anyone a logger or know why the heel is undercut like a riding heel on western boots? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks

Mike
 
I can only think it is to provide a heel block for more traction on muddy slopes and to allow for crampons or (can't remember the correct name for them) spikes for tree climbing.

Just my guess from watching Ax Men on Discovery.
 
Nice looking boots. I'm in the market for something similar, like the ones worn in the movie Boondock Saints-anyone know if they are logger boots?
 
I would imagine the heel cut is for climbing ladder rungs/spikes and for the climbing spurs as RoyalM already stated. They may also be beneficial in kicking around or rolling over cut logs as opposed to a flat sole.

rick
 
I had so much trouble with my feet that I finally went to a foot doctor and had him make casts of my feet and sent them off to CA. somewhere and they made me two pair of custom Logger type boots. Man, was it ever the answer.
 
I tried logger boots. I would ten times rather have a good pair Merrell hiking boots. I could not stand up, on steep slopes, in high heels. They might be alright, driving a skidder. My 2$
 
I never felt like they were stable enough for me. Maybe I'm missing something. +1 on hiking boots instead.
 
If you are a logger you might want logger boots:thumbup:

However for hiking I would way rather have a lightweight pair of hiking boots or even trail running shoes.

A pound on your feet is like 5 lbs on your back and after walking about 5 miles I can really tell the difference between light boots and heavy ones.

If you want leather woods boots the Zamberlain 310's are relatively light for a leather boot.:D
 
I think it would depend on what you are doing.

I love logging boots if you are bushwhacking for short distance. They are very supportive and comfortable. They also have great traction and keep you out of the mud within reason. They are rather heavy for long hikes if you don't need them.

I would also look at Danner, Georgia and Chippewa.
 
If you want real logger boots you want White's. I wouldn't wear anything else for work. Work = walking 1-3 miles per day over medium sized crushed rock (not gravel). If your work could abuse your feet get the proper protection. The 8" is OK, but the 10" logger/smokejumper is the best.
 
Gov't Mule said:
If you want real logger boots you want White's. I wouldn't wear anything else for work. Work = walking 1-3 miles per day over medium sized crushed rock (not gravel). If your work could abuse your feet get the proper protection. The 8" is OK, but the 10" logger/smokejumper is the best.
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Gov't Mule, Saw the Mule this summer at the All Good Fest and also saw Warren Haynes solo at Fur peace ranch. Great stuff:thumbup:
 
Or if you really want the top rung in logger boots and you don't care about the cost, have Viberg build you some.

They are similar to White's, but more similar to White's from 20 years ago.

But I agree that (although I love logger boots) they are pretty heavy for hiking for fun.

But if the world ends that's what I'm taking!
 
udtjim said:
I had so much trouble with my feet that I finally went to a foot doctor and had him make casts of my feet and sent them off to CA. somewhere and they made me two pair of custom Logger type boots. Man, was it ever the answer.
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Interesting...care saying how much that cost? An estimation is all that's needed. I do a lot of logging with my family in the spring/summer months to get firewood for our family camp and my gore tex/insulated hunting boots are just way too hot for my already sweaty/clammy feet.

I just wore my Carolina boots for the first time while shoveling the driveway :grumpy: They were extremely comfortable right out of the box. I must confess I would have rather saved for one of the bigger names but college is a :foot: Anyways, I cant complain as they exceeded what I thought I was getting for the price.
 
Look int White boots. They are the most durable and comfortable boots I've ever worn. They are a bit heavy for hiking but they will serve well in that role. I have no problem wearing them even on long range hikes, however I have legs like tree trunks.
 
Gov't Mule said:
If you want real logger boots you want White's. I wouldn't wear anything else for work. Work = walking 1-3 miles per day over medium sized crushed rock (not gravel). If your work could abuse your feet get the proper protection. The 8" is OK, but the 10" logger/smokejumper is the best.
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Have to agree with that I have some hunters and some lace up packers.
 
Thanks for all the great info. I could'nt figure why the heel was undercut like that. On a western riding heel I've been told that the heel is undercut so that when your foot slides on through the stirrup you can pull it back out easier. (Especially if you are being drug along beside your mount.) I just couldn't figure why loggers would be the same way.
I don't know as I can afford Whites or custom mades at this point in my life but I got it bad for those Redwing 620s. Now if I stop eating and only use the bathroom at work I can save up enough in McDonalds and toilet paper..........:D Thanks again all.
 
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