DANNER BOOT REVIEW - The Bull Run, America's Favorite Moc Toe?

[@bradleyb9424]

I just got a pair today at the danner store for 40% off, ending up paying $127

[@latetodagame1892]

And... how are you enjoying your overpriced garbage?

[@The40Glock1]

@@latetodagame1892 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Icutmetal]

@@latetodagame1892 Thank goodness you stopped by to say hi.

[@rjeefamily926]

As someone who wore these as work boots, the leather is rather thin and I wrecked them fast. I might recommend a boot with a thicker upper if your intention is for work. They are good for summer though, my feet never got particularly hot.

[@jes1375]

I have these in brown, BUY THE WHITE'S MOC TOE or MILLWOOD in the $250 range. I have the MILLWOOD and they are better in every way I'm aware of. The Danner's leather is thin and the tongue is not well designed for comfort. After giving up after a year or two, I decided to cut the tongue fold in several pain places, now the Danner's fit much better. I have read online of other people having the same issue. Never had to do this on any boot before. White's Millwood comfortable on day one and the leather is a thick, work type. Danner 503 last 13EE is tennis shoe sizing for me and fits well. White's Millwood is a 12.5 EE and are about an 1/10 of an inch longer than the 13EE Danner 503 last/boot. MILLWOOD'S fit well.

[@cerumen]

Good to know the sole isn’t good for asphalt, apparently all UK pavements and roads are asphalt so that’s a pretty huge dealbreaker. Are there any that are good for asphalt?

[@ED3141565]

I’m a mechanic and I have had these boots for a year now and they are so comfortable, never have feet or back issues, they have good traction on oily surfaces and have been holding up very well. I will say they probably are not the best choice for outdoor work are best for shop or warehouse work

[@Stridewise]

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[@felipeoliveros3519]

What Kind Of Jeans Are You Wearing There Sir I'd Really Appreciate The Info

[@jrcase7511]

I bought a pair of these two days ago because of your video. I wear 9D and these fit perfectly. Thanks. I also just subscribed.

[@Stridewise]

Excellent! really glad to be of help, JR :)

[@doug_sports_collector]

Have mine for a year now, holding up great, wear it everyday on the construction site. Great video.

[@Stridewise]

Terrific! Glad you like them Dougie, and thanks for commenting.

[@anthonymeans124]

jeez. you should do a review.

[@MJH211]

all Stridewise reviews r so thorough and well thought out.

[@Buckeyes216]

a European doing a review on an American work boot like it’s style is “tough guy” 😂😂😂 redwing and thorogood make WORK boots.. you yuppies look goofy using them for style. Same as people who don’t work wearing carhartt.

[@curtshelp6170]

I found them to be narrow but once I bought the EE I really like these. Much lighter than Redwings and Thorogood.

[@jaystrongbow9435]

Hi Nick, big fan here. I purchased a pair of black Bull runs based on your review, as I liked the look, and that soft outsole really appealed to me. I did have a rather long break in, as I needed to keep my laces fairly tight to stop heel slip. But after about 5 weeks of every other day wear, they finally relented and are extraordinarily comfortable now. That stitch down upper is fantastic, and a lot more comfortable for me than having my big and little toe riding on the welt all day. I still have Red wing and Thorogood mocs, but these are my go-to. Once broken in, the Danners provide me the best all day comfort on the concrete shop floor. Its subjective, but I love the look of this boot. Thanks so much for pointing this boot out Nick, as it was not on my radar.

[@BenjaminChavez]

Thorogood are beautiful boots. I dont know what you are talking about.

[@User-zy5io]

How much height do Danner boots add?

[@TheRealChetManley]

I think people that complain about Danner and Thorogood break-in have never broken in an Iron Ranger or 875. 😁

[@Stridewise]

hahaha truth

[@18rollinhard]

You like these but not thorogood 🤨. You got paid to say that

[@Stridewise]

haha what? i thought my thorogood review was pretty positive. i think danner looks better but thorogood is more practical

[@anthonymeans124]

tough guy silhouette 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@usmanshafiq331]

I supinate a lot, and I think that although wedge soles look great, the heels are going to wear out on the outside. 🥺

[@jackbraddell8086]

Best looking... probably, best made... Not

[@michaelgaunt6476]

I have a pair of these in brown leather (steel toe/non-moc toe). Mine were hard to break in but they are so comfortable now. I have worn them for 5 years. Danner does an amazing job recrafting their boots so I would not worry about the "stitch down" issue pointed out in the video but you will have to send them to Danner and wait a few weeks.

[@Stridewise]

Good to know they lasted that long, Michael! So you got yours resoled? How many times?

[@michaelgaunt6476]

I have never resoled the Bull Runs (I’ve had them 5 years but don’t wear them every day). But I have had my Danner Acadia boots (work boots) recrafted and resoled and Danner did an amazing job!

[@Stridewise]

Cool!

[@rustyeyeball]

Where do you wear them? Just for dress, or work/hobbies?

[@michaelgaunt6476]

@@rustyeyeball just for dress

[@marcolson4493]

I own a pair, I do HVAC.Great boots. I purchase grown, or made in Oregon.

[@choons]

If you're military/veteran/fire/police/etc. check out govx they offer these boots for $150. As of today (12/22) they are offering an extra 10% on your order (code: LATESANTA).

[@Stridewise]

Good point!

[@magicd5780]

Why's he wearing boots out in fashion?

[@bflathead]

Excellent review. I just can’t connect with white / light colored soles on a dark boot. I know... I have no style 😂😂

[@Stridewise]

Haha fair enough!

[@henryt9254]

Fully agree. I don't care for the white soles either.

[@theGIGINIband]

I got a pair of these with a Steel Toe for my job, the look and the feel are great.

[@Stridewise]

Great stuff Jason!

[@jremeee2011]

You still loving them?

[@theGIGINIband]

@@jremeee2011 yeah... they're beat up from my job but they're still going strong

[@brandonjames8671]

Great job as usual...These were good to go right out of the box. No break in needed...Feel like air force 1's on the foot. Highly recommended

[@Stridewise]

YES. They're so incredibly lightweight for leather boots. Glad you like yours, Brandon.

[@dootiefree]

Would the sizing be true between the 2?

[@sisleymichael]

Very honest review. Thanks Nick. Appreciate the channel.

[@jackbraddell1124]

Best no best looking, yes

[@topdawgentlv7029]

Was thinking about the black colorway but i am going to get the brown the black colorway seems more like a dress boot

[@Stridewise]

Nah these boots are super informal, but hey, get the boots you like!

[@johnsantiago4810]

I just wish these are waterproof, which is a bummer.

[@Stridewise]

most guys don't really need waterproof boots, ones like this made with stitchdown or goodyear welts are fine for rainstorms

[@antoniobotello4996]

Frankly I rather buy DANNER'S for $145.00 or $199.00 just as long as their DANNER'S BOOT. By the way there's a lot at imitations out there and where this built back in the early 60's?

[@latetodagame1892]

It looks like shit!

[@MyNdFrEaK420]

Badass look, strideman!

[@Stridewise]

brb getting STRIDEMAN tattooed on my arches

[@shaiq-nbaiq1826]

Dang...true to size!? I just ordered a pair half size smaller than my running shoes 😑

[@imlimlim]

How does the size compared to the red wing 6inch round toe?

[@Stridewise]

Round toe? You mean the blacksmith? These boots are 6 inches tall as well. I went a half size up from my Red Wings but if you like firmer fits you could use the same size as Red Wing I think

[@MarcosVinicius-kc6gn]

👏👏🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@chedelirio6984]

Hmm... "they say it's good on wood and concrete but should not use a lot on asphalt"? Why would that be?

[@Abhikpr.]

Just got a pair of these and i love em. The unlined is nice in the vegas heat. I use them for like light work around not much style but i like that they are stylish enough. I didnt have a tough break in period thank god. Once you break in some jim green boots everything else is easy lol. They are super comfortable as well. Great review

[@josephphillip]

I have liked my Bull Runs but they are not a substantial work boot. I'd say a good, light duty work boot and a very good casual boot. The leather is relatively thin. The soles wear about average to other Christy soles. Fit is slightly wide, which is nice. Ran true to size. Im a 12.5 brannock and a 12D ended up fine. A 12 wide would've been best, but the leather did stretch after a lot of wear. The fabric liner in the heel and forefoot of these boots does wear out and they will eventually have holes in them; boots I have with leather on the interior wear much longer. Mine are about at the end of their life-span and I've decided not to re-sole these boots and move on. All in all, I did like them-- none of the stitches ever busted and I always thought they looked good and they are fairly priced. With a more substantial mid-sole, slightly thicker leather, and leather reinforcement on the inside, this could be a really nice boot but of course it'd cost $100 more.

[@hondagame7069]

those look nice

[@thesharpercoder]

Mink oil is getting harder to find. Some manufacturers have stopped producing it for animal cruelty reasons.

[@OutdoorAlchemy]

The fabric liner at the heel counter wears through very fast and they become uncomfortable. I won't have mine resoled because of that.

[@JM12044]

I bought a pair and just got them yesterday. I can already tell that I’m going to like them a lot. Danner also had them at a discount right now so less than 200 bucks, which is a steal. True to size and quality. I’d definitely recommend them.

[@kirkdunn1379]

Leather isn't a mystery.....whatever is normal in cleaning and conditioning is pretty much same for all

[@kirkdunn1379]

Different boots are stiffer or softer....their quarry and power foreman use alot stiffer and even double leather so they will run stiffer than say moc toe......they have bull run lux thats even a lighter more casual boot which you may have. Idk

[@jasonmiller9495]

I previously only wore Wolverine workboots but I just order the 6 in. Danner Bull Run and I ordered an 11.5 EE and they fit perfectly.

[@kelleyfarm]

Most uncomfortable moc toe ive owned but leather is great and boots decent

[@mustangtony2933]

I always notice you stab your toe with your boots on into the ground in all your videos. Don't you worry about messing up the toe on your boots? This mars the sole and welt and possibly the leather toe.

[@apaisitodak1854]

Malaysian just familiar with Red Wing Moc Toe. Wish if Danner can arrive here.

[@shadowdance4666]

I believe that stitch down is good against water Better than Goodyear

[@TJBennefield]

I appreciate that you don't roll your cuffs.👍🏻

[@rahuldeshpande4938]

Hey, I really like your videos. But you haven't yet reviewed the famous American cowboy boots. Any specific reason? Also not yet another famous one.. converse chuck Taylor. Can you please include them in your future review list?

[@Stridewise]

I'm actually filming Chuck Taylors this weekend! Cowboy boots I really can't decide if I should, I think my brand is a bit more urban? Plus my accent might make me sound stupid in cowboy boots haha

[@KSTrekker]

If you're going to review iconic American cowboy boots, go with Tony Lama.

[@ginocapone7783]

Just buy some Tony Lama cowboy boots I'm from Texas you can't go wrong.

[@ritesideofthefence5857]

All of my dancers ( bull run) took about 1week

[@johnsands6652]

Just bought a black pair 11.5 Today. I'm concerned people say I should've order a size 12 did I screw up.

[@Stridewise]

You'll see, John!

[@DoritosResidue]

I think danners are the most sleek looking moc toe out there.

[@hibuddywazsup5578]

Do you feel a height difference wearing these?

[@MaddNomad1015]

Literally my boots for work.haha I love them for riding my motorcycle as well. I brush the dirt off then add mink oil usually and they look great with some character. Only issue is the stitchdown area wears quickly.

[@Stridewise]

Thanks for your info on long term wear, TJ!

[@MaddNomad1015]

Stridewise of course brother just adding some info, you do all the hard work and detailed reviews!haha. Also Danner is very particular with what they resole, if there’s any crack or significant damage to stitch down areas they won’t resole.

[@Stridewise]

@@MaddNomad1015 Yeah I'm worried I didn't draw enough attention to the downsides of stitchdown in the video...

[@MaddNomad1015]

Stridewise should be fine I think your videos are very insightful and detailed. I do have a question for a different boot. As far as the Thursday Vanguard, how are those holding up for you? I want to get a pair but am iffy on long term durability and quality I love the design though

[@garywalsh5740]

Those are some nice jeans, what are they? Selvedge denim?

[@Stridewise]

yeah naked and famous left hand twill!

[@1975dmadman]

How are the soles holding up?

[@NicholasToras01]

Who or what is the name of you intro and outro music?

[@justmeeagainn]

I had the Red Wing version of these. Pure torture. Avoid like the plague if these are anything like those.

[@Stridewise]

Well the leather is a lot more pliant and the break in is a lot easier with these shoes!

[@mgapagnolo1819]

I bought a pair about a year ago. Virtually no break in period, I may be lucky with that but I must say they have been great since day one.

[@brianbuchert6382]

I didn’t have much of a break in period either!

[@orhancabarov]

Hi. Red Wing Classic moc vs Danner moc toe ? ( My english is bad ) Which best ?

[@Stridewise]

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[@shadowdance4666]

I saw them for 142

[@jacobmarley8350]

Just bought thanks too u!

[@SpartanFarron]

Okay, I gotta ask. How often do you get stared at by people while walking down the same concrete steps in dumbo? Do people start recognizing you?

[@Stridewise]

Haha no not yet. I'm used to the looks at this point

[@jremeee2011]

I just ordered a pair. My Irish setter Ashby’s won’t last. Hope these will. I’ve been eyeing them for months.

[@Stridewise]

Great! Yeah they're superb, nice and light and wide and soft

[@markgonzalez8828]

Herd the same about the Irish brand. Plumber recommended his danner boots so I went for it. Brown pair

[@Painfulwhale360]

I got mine in brown on Christmas Eve and love the look but these things are torture devices for me feet. Really bummed..

[@markgonzalez8828]

Herd you have to break them in

[@markgonzalez8828]

2 weeks

[@AH-hc5rm]

These are for work, not hipsters.

[@Stridewise]

I'll pass it on to the hipster. consortium

[@philrisotto8804]

MY FAV

[@SuperLoaders]

Whats jacket is that on the beginning of the video?

[@Stridewise]

link is in the description, Faiq!

[@lohengrinknight]

How do you know if the leather is oil tanned?

[@Stridewise]

They told me haha

[@herknorth8691]

I've had these about 8 months now. I agree that the break-in takes a VERY long time, especially for the cuff (I'd say 500+ hours of wear with about 3 applications of mink oil pushed them into the "not painful" category). I don't hate them but I'm not sure I'd get them again for work (I'm a machinist).

[@paulbunyun3663]

500 plus hours! why torture yourself

[@herknorth8691]

@@paulbunyun3663 I'm too cheap to drop nearly $200 on a pair of boots and not get any use out of them, I guess. Nobody ever accused me of being smart...

[@The40Glock1]

You must have a different model or something these don't really require a break in ,I have tried every brand I recommend thorogoods as a flat footed person I work in them all day and when I get home I don't even notice I have them on im not rushed to take them off they are the most comfortable work boot i have ever worn

[@lisascales6541]

So what about sizing do u size up or down

[@Stridewise]

I think they're true to size. Size down half a size if you're worried

[@slottedpig2253]

How are they as far as waterproof out the box? I'm from Portland and it rains alot.

[@cs-yn9vb]

They are made in Portland, I live here too. There's a factory store off airport way. Pretty sure they are waterproof

[@slottedpig2253]

@@cs-yn9vb they're waterproof for sure. I picked a pair up and been in the rain and all that since then and they're fine. I'd definitely recommend a pair to anyone but be sure to try on a couple different pairs to be sure they feel even so they wear and stretch even. Overall a great boot!

[@Kragehul]

Oh wow; what a time to post a video. My neighbors woke me up. They are arguing and the wife is throwing the husband's stuff out the window again. I open KZbin and proceed to watch Nick.

[@Stridewise]

I'm ah glad I could have provided some respite

[@albyv8868]

I'm early this time around :)

[@Stridewise]

My man!

[@Hotrod8677]

Slip resistant on smooth wet floors, snow and ice?

[@Stridewise]

I think it's oil and water resistant, not sure about ice.

[@Hotrod8677]

@@Stridewise ice is unforgiving regardless but have u tried them on smooth wet floors?

[@Stridewise]

@@Hotrod8677 It's slip resistant! Should be fine.

[@Daniel-vi8zf]

Slip resistant and slip proof = two different things. Water resistant and water proof = two different things. Fire resistant and fire proof = two different things.

[@jasonmiller9495]

Got mine t today 80$ brand new from Ebay

[@Stridewise]

Nice work, Jason!

[@justmeeagainn]

I’m sure they’re not counterfeit.

[@exexpat11]

@@justmeeagainn Occasionally you can find a factory flawed second or someone selling a pair they did not like for a deal. You have to jump on the deals when you find them.

[@vinmarz]

You rock Nick. Another great video

[@Stridewise]

Glad you liked it Vin!

[@vinmarz]

@@Stridewise Your opinions are put together well and helps us viewers to be better consumers.

[@mrcolorful4571]

this shoes is damn sexy.

[@Stridewise]

Git you a pair!

[@mrcolorful4571]

@@Stridewise i hope there is a store that sell this shoes in Indonesia. I am afraid if i get the wrong size.

[@gqfiend]

True to size?

[@gqfiend]

Ha!!!!! I literally could’ve waited 5 more seconds.

[@Stridewise]

hahaha you're still one of the only commenters to ask a question and then realize it's answered, usually they don't realize :)

[@JonathanGrandt]

Thorogood Are just… The worst. Their QC is all over the place, as with their sizing. I find Dan or to be more comfortable especially in the toebox, having some more room than the ridiculously narrow thorogood or red wing.

[@vishaljdeodhar5445]

Great intro music 👍🏻

[@Stridewise]

Haha thanks Vishal, it's really hard to pick the right music or know if I should use the same music from a few weeks back, etc..

[@rrob8344]

Expecting a flood?

[@Stridewise]

Just trying to show what the boots look like in my boot review about a boot!

[@Joa287]

Please do the Carhartt Moc-Toe!

[@b.6184]

Can anyone speak to the life-span of the soles on these?

[@johncemer742]

I have had mine about 6 months now and i wear them 5 days a week I’m a paint contractor and I’m a bigger guy and they’re holding up really well just a slight taper but not much

[@hank9176]

As someone who does a industrial job, these boots are completely comfortable but they don't last leather is thinner than thorogood and Redwing and the bottom wears fast. Their a great hipster boot but for real work go thorogood or Carolina boots or Redwing...

[@jorgeubonilla3092]

I gotta say, I was really leaning towards getting the Red Wing Mocs this fall but after watching this I think I have a new winner.

[@Stridewise]

They're lighter and cheaper. Red Wings so sturdy though!

[@Saint111Michael]

Jorge U Bonilla redwings are so much better

[@jorgeubonilla3092]

I love Redwings, I have a few already but I've never been a loyalist and try to switch it up, but man you're right lol

[@Stridewise]

@@jorgeubonilla3092 Red Wings really are just very good. If you're willing to spend the extra hundred that is

[@adrianchavez819]

@@Stridewise i have no intention to resole any shoe. Wich one would ypu recomend?

[@blacksunapocalypse]

Really enjoy the comfort and feel of danner boots (I use the "mountain pass" lately), but the way they skirted around your questions about the sourcing of the leather leads me to believe that a fair bit is from overseas.

[@Stridewise]

Yeah probably. Not all that unusual, I guess.

[@collectivismkills]

I don’t think Thorogoods are attractive, either, except on a motorcycle. For some reason they look badass as a riding boot.

[@exciter39]

I got these boots a few months ago and they don't look nearly as cool on me as they do on you. No fair!

[@Stridewise]

Haha! The outfit makes the boot!