So lets see your boots!

Therrin · 9th October 2009, 06:38 PM

These were $299 matterhorns. Insulated, with polymer toe box.

Looking a tad bit tired at the moment.

(I put a soda can next to one for size comparison..I've a big foot)

Lasted about 2 years. Great fitting boots!

Eric Frei · 9th October 2009, 09:21 PM

Looks like time for some new ones.

clementine · 10th October 2009, 11:02 AM

They Look like the boots from a Legionnaire who's been lost in the Sahara for a few years!

Good comfy boots are hard to find,.

Therrin · 10th October 2009, 11:06 AM

Lets see what you guys are wearing!! pictures! post them!

and yes, they're super comfy. I still wear them =)

clementine · 10th October 2009, 11:37 AM

Jus' fer you Ken, hot from the camera room, me 'heavy day' boots and me 'summer, light work' sandals.

Enjoy bigfoot!

kiwi_tree_steve · 10th October 2009, 04:04 PM

Time for a new set there therrin................ here's some pics of the boots i were..............when im not bare feet

notice the running repairs.........the leather patch's were $36nzd (so bout a nickle in your money

) at the cobbler to fix the seam were the rope rubbs form mod footlocking (only 1 was fuggd up, but figured best to do both while at it), and a bottle of shu goo from the sk8 shop, has sorted all the little crevices ect.

real nice to have dry feet again

these babys are the comfeyst boots ever...and Italian leather!!!

Daily drivers these be, ive had 9 months of 45+ hours work weekly so far and i expect another 9........ well see, havent had a pair of boots last for over a year yet.

ps oh they set me back $275 nzd (thats about $80 to $100 more that reg construction type boots here)...................there website says $70 pound's tho.

Apocalypsse · 10th October 2009, 09:40 PM

My RedBacks have lasted me about 4-5 years, but have only really been put to the test in the last year. Somehow I took a fair chunk out of hte sole and I cant figure out how, but now the water gets through so its new boot time.

stirmantrees · 12th October 2009, 02:58 PM

asolo boots. pretty much water proof and a bit heavy but good all around shoe.

kiwi_tree_steve · 12th October 2009, 03:55 PM

Are they safety toe'd Stirman'

Therrin · 12th October 2009, 07:13 PM

You guys all wear those low-top boots! Where are the REAL boots???

kiwi_tree_steve · 12th October 2009, 07:16 PM

What mine ain't low tops matey

Therrin · 12th October 2009, 07:29 PM

lol, low enough. those 8 or 6" uppers?

I'll have to edit my post and show "before" pics... they used to be nice boots =( I used to wear them with my uniform when doing security work.

BEFORE Pic

They're thrashed now though. (I just noticed that's not the exact boot. mine had the cutout in the tread that the gaff's shank fit into better than the ones in the pic)

kiwi_tree_steve · 12th October 2009, 07:36 PM

8" i think, i had another pair from the same company that were 10" and totaly waterproof........ turns out lots of returns for coming apart around the plastic ankle support, were leather and plastic meet...... loong story short, got these ones and cash back, so no possible hassle...

TrevMcRev · 12th October 2009, 09:17 PM

Nice one Steve, boots on the kitchen bench top after trapesing through dog poop infested back yards all day!

Love to have seen the face on the missus walking in on the photo shoot

"Steve, what the frig do you think your doing with ya boots on the counter?"

"oh, it's ok hun, i'm just taking pics of me boots to show the guys on treeworld"

kiwi_tree_steve · 12th October 2009, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TrevMcRev

Nice one Steve, boots on the kitchen bench top after trapesing through dog poop infested back yards all day!

Love to have seen the face on the missus walking in on the photo shoot

"Steve, what the frig do you think your doing with ya boots on the counter?"

"oh, it's ok hun, i'm just taking pics of me boots to show the guys on treeworld"

You got it trev, she calls this site my tree porn!

Therrin · 12th October 2009, 11:54 PM

oh god, TMI! TMI!

TrevMcRev · 13th October 2009, 01:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kiwi_tree_steve

You got it trev, she calls this site my tree porn!

I think sometimes my missus would prefer to catch me on that, just to confirm i am kinda normal!

As long as she doesn't walk in while playing ekkas vid where he's going "dude, dude, your humping that tree"

Therrin · 13th October 2009, 10:34 AM

Trev, I've put a couple here and there, but I could try a little harder to help you let your missus "catch" you lookin at girls while ON treeworld

heh!

Where he said that on that video, was absolutely hillarious. I played it over several times and couldnt stop laughing. Having skype'd alot with Ekka, you can tell that he showed considerable restraint in that video; mostly replaced with "dude!"

stirmantrees · 13th October 2009, 10:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kiwi_tree_steve

Are they safety toe'd Stirman'

no

and neither were my carolinas

good job keeping me accountable steve. by the time your done with me i'll pass every safety requirement from florida to new zealand.

I would like to buy a nice pair of boots that meet my local regs, but man, all i can afford right now would be crap.

p.s. those boots were given to me as a present from an awesome climber and friend. They have tremendously helped all the pain i was having in the sole of my foot. actually the pain is completely gone now that i think about it.

stirmantrees · 13th October 2009, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TrevMcRev

As long as she doesn't walk in while playing ekkas vid where he's going "dude, dude, your humping that tree"

Quote:

Originally Posted by Therrin

Where he said that on that video, was absolutely hillarious. I played it over several times and couldnt stop laughing.

i responded with a post"that humpin the tree thing was hilarious"

and my wife got on right after me and said, "have you been watching someone hump a tree!!!"
explain that one to your wife, i tried my best

kiwi_tree_steve · 13th October 2009, 04:04 PM

Hey stir, not really pullin ya up on the saftey thing, gust was thinkin they look prity comfy and might be a good all round boot..............

stirmantrees · 14th October 2009, 01:48 AM

there a really comfy boot. a tad heavy though.

banner · 16th October 2009, 10:13 AM

Win Free Boots for Life! - MilitaryBoots.com

So far Therrin looks like the best candidate for this contest. They might accept them...lol

Therrin · 16th October 2009, 10:19 AM

Awesome, and we've got till January 21st to submit our pictures... looks like I'll have to go run a few miles!

9th October 2009, 06:38 PM	#1
Therrin Former Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Ca Posts: 2,512	So lets see your boots! These were $299 matterhorns. Insulated, with polymer toe box. Looking a tad bit tired at the moment. (I put a soda can next to one for size comparison..I've a big foot) Lasted about 2 years. Great fitting boots! Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Therrin; 12th October 2009 at 07:40 PM.

9th October 2009, 09:21 PM	#2
Eric Frei Admin - Razor sharp and independent 2 X Diploma Level 5 qualified arborist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 12,820	Re: So lets see your boots! Looks like time for some new ones. __________________ Protect your rights to work - Join Australian Tree Association My businesses:- Qualified Brisbane Tree Lopping \| Stump Grinding Brisbane \| Brisbane - Gold Coast Consulting Arborist

10th October 2009, 11:02 AM	#3
clementine Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Shropshire, UK Posts: 509	Re: So lets see your boots! They Look like the boots from a Legionnaire who's been lost in the Sahara for a few years! Good comfy boots are hard to find,. __________________ Meddle not in the affairs of dragons - for you are crunchy and taste of chicken!

10th October 2009, 11:06 AM	#4
Therrin Former Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Ca Posts: 2,512	Re: So lets see your boots! Lets see what you guys are wearing!! pictures! post them! and yes, they're super comfy. I still wear them =)

10th October 2009, 11:37 AM	#5
clementine Over mature heritage tree Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Shropshire, UK Posts: 509	Re: So lets see your boots! Jus' fer you Ken, hot from the camera room, me 'heavy day' boots and me 'summer, light work' sandals. Enjoy bigfoot! Attached Thumbnails __________________ Meddle not in the affairs of dragons - for you are crunchy and taste of chicken! Last edited by Therrin; 12th October 2009 at 07:12 PM. Reason: reload/embed pics

10th October 2009, 04:04 PM	#6
kiwi_tree_steve Mature tree Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BC. Canada Posts: 325	Re: So lets see your boots! Time for a new set there therrin................ here's some pics of the boots i were..............when im not bare feet notice the running repairs.........the leather patch's were $36nzd (so bout a nickle in your money) at the cobbler to fix the seam were the rope rubbs form mod footlocking (only 1 was fuggd up, but figured best to do both while at it), and a bottle of shu goo from the sk8 shop, has sorted all the little crevices ect. real nice to have dry feet again these babys are the comfeyst boots ever...and Italian leather!!! Daily drivers these be, ive had 9 months of 45+ hours work weekly so far and i expect another 9........ well see, havent had a pair of boots last for over a year yet. ps oh they set me back $275 nzd (thats about $80 to $100 more that reg construction type boots here)...................there website says $70 pound's tho. Attached Thumbnails __________________ "You have to feel and touch a tree" Shigo Last edited by kiwi_tree_steve; 10th October 2009 at 04:08 PM. Reason: ps added

10th October 2009, 09:40 PM	#7
Apocalypsse Veteran Heritage Status Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Victoria, Australia Posts: 1,154	Re: So lets see your boots! My RedBacks have lasted me about 4-5 years, but have only really been put to the test in the last year. Somehow I took a fair chunk out of hte sole and I cant figure out how, but now the water gets through so its new boot time.

12th October 2009, 02:58 PM	#8
stirmantrees Mature tree Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: oviedo, fl Posts: 469	Re: So lets see your boots! asolo boots. pretty much water proof and a bit heavy but good all around shoe. Attached Thumbnails

12th October 2009, 03:55 PM	#9
kiwi_tree_steve Mature tree Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BC. Canada Posts: 325	Re: So lets see your boots! Are they safety toe'd Stirman' __________________ "You have to feel and touch a tree" Shigo

12th October 2009, 07:13 PM	#10
Therrin Former Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Ca Posts: 2,512	Re: So lets see your boots! You guys all wear those low-top boots! Where are the REAL boots???

12th October 2009, 07:16 PM	#11
kiwi_tree_steve Mature tree Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BC. Canada Posts: 325	Re: So lets see your boots! What mine ain't low tops matey __________________ "You have to feel and touch a tree" Shigo

12th October 2009, 07:29 PM	#12
Therrin Former Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Ca Posts: 2,512	Re: So lets see your boots! lol, low enough. those 8 or 6" uppers? I'll have to edit my post and show "before" pics... they used to be nice boots =( I used to wear them with my uniform when doing security work. BEFORE Pic They're thrashed now though. (I just noticed that's not the exact boot. mine had the cutout in the tread that the gaff's shank fit into better than the ones in the pic)

12th October 2009, 07:36 PM	#13
kiwi_tree_steve Mature tree Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BC. Canada Posts: 325	Re: So lets see your boots! 8" i think, i had another pair from the same company that were 10" and totaly waterproof........ turns out lots of returns for coming apart around the plastic ankle support, were leather and plastic meet...... loong story short, got these ones and cash back, so no possible hassle... __________________ "You have to feel and touch a tree" Shigo

12th October 2009, 09:17 PM	#14
TrevMcRev Mature Tree Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Posts: 1,605	Re: So lets see your boots! Nice one Steve, boots on the kitchen bench top after trapesing through dog poop infested back yards all day! Love to have seen the face on the missus walking in on the photo shoot "Steve, what the frig do you think your doing with ya boots on the counter?" "oh, it's ok hun, i'm just taking pics of me boots to show the guys on treeworld"

12th October 2009, 11:54 PM	#16
Therrin Former Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Ca Posts: 2,512	Re: So lets see your boots! oh god, TMI! TMI!

13th October 2009, 10:34 AM	#18
Therrin Former Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Ca Posts: 2,512	Re: So lets see your boots! Trev, I've put a couple here and there, but I could try a little harder to help you let your missus "catch" you lookin at girls while ON treeworld heh! Where he said that on that video, was absolutely hillarious. I played it over several times and couldnt stop laughing. Having skype'd alot with Ekka, you can tell that he showed considerable restraint in that video; mostly replaced with "dude!"

13th October 2009, 04:04 PM	#21
kiwi_tree_steve Mature tree Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BC. Canada Posts: 325	Re: So lets see your boots! Hey stir, not really pullin ya up on the saftey thing, gust was thinkin they look prity comfy and might be a good all round boot.............. __________________ "You have to feel and touch a tree" Shigo

14th October 2009, 01:48 AM	#22
stirmantrees Mature tree Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: oviedo, fl Posts: 469	Re: So lets see your boots! there a really comfy boot. a tad heavy though.

16th October 2009, 10:13 AM	#23
banner Semi-mature vigorous tree Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Kentucky....oh yeah baby Posts: 135	Re: So lets see your boots! Win Free Boots for Life! - MilitaryBoots.com So far Therrin looks like the best candidate for this contest. They might accept them...lol

16th October 2009, 10:19 AM	#24
Therrin Former Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Ca Posts: 2,512	Re: So lets see your boots! Awesome, and we've got till January 21st to submit our pictures... looks like I'll have to go run a few miles!

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