RED WING VS DANNER: Which is America's Favorite Boot?

[@Stridewise]

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[@chambo9212]

Wore the same pair of Danners my entire time in the Marines and I haven’t even considered wearing another boot. I’ve put them through hell and every step I’ve taken in them felt like I was walking on angels tits.

[@Jw-uz8xi]

What pair of danners did you wear?

[@chambo9212]

@@Jw-uz8xi I wore the hot RATs. I think they are called the Mojave rats now. It’s the one with the dark brown toe and heel cap. Even though the ones I have are meant for hot weather I wore them in cold weather as well but I just doubled up on the socks. Never had the soles freeze and lose traction. The fact that they are re-craftable makes the price more than worth it.

[@chambo9212]

@@Jw-uz8xi the only thing they aren’t good for is if you’re a Marine and you have to run your CFT in them because they are heavier than those sneaker style ones made by under armour.

[@markmullen9919]

@@chambo9212 I've got a pair also. The Danner RAT was specifically designed for The Marine Corp. Marines wanted a top quality boot with little to no break in. They are the most comfortable combat boot I've ever worn. I also have 3 pairs of Acadias. The Acadias took about a month before they molded to my foot and felt like sneakers. I love Danners. I have 8 pairs and each pair is absolutely perfect. So many ppl out there won't spend the money on top quality boots. I learned years ago that a great pair of boots makes all the difference in the world. Love my RAT boots. Glad you do too!!

[@canaanjeffrey4076]

i guess it is quite off topic but does anyone know of a good site to watch new tv shows online ?

[@JaredP1976]

I'm a cobbler and resoling both boots is practically identical since they both have slip soles sewn to the uppers. Unless the slip sole is destroyed they can both be resoled in the same manner.

[@omegamanGXE]

corn on the cobbler

[@AleksiJoensuu]

Yeaaah I've been looking at all these thinking "Huh, my cobbler seems to think even moulded and glued sole boots can be resoled. Those fools!" 🤣 I mean sure, sometimes the welt helps. In fact, just the other day my cobbler said "Hmm, I might have to add a welt to these boots if it looks like it." It's as if the silly bugger doesn't realize welts are gifted to boots from the deities on high.

[@DoritosResidue]

Danner is the perfect blend of a modern and classic look. So many moc boots look the same but danners is the look that sticks out the most. Absolutely gorgeous mocs

[@cobbler88]

If you're having problems with blisters when breaking in a boot or shoe, one trick we were taught in Army Basic Training for our first long-distance marches was to wear a pair of nylons under our socks. That way the nylon and sock slide back and forth across each other rather than the sock and your foot, which results in the separation of skin layers/blisters. Plus, since it's just a nylon your feet won't overheat like might happen if you are wearing sock liners like hikers often wear.

[@cobbler88]

@@markymark6928 Heck, that's what the fake socks in the shoe department are made of anyway. :)

[@corneliuscrewe677]

Thin dress socks work good too.

[@graham9045]

@@corneliuscrewe677 I believe he was talking about nylon dress socks and not pantyhose, but who knows with today's army.

[@corneliuscrewe677]

@@graham9045 Maybe he was, doesn’t really matter either way. I know for a fact dress socks work, I imagine pantyhose would work equally well.

[@spectreactual6884]

Also and this one won't be as comfortable but get the boots really wet and wear them all day. They will shrink to your foot, end of the day dry them by the fire and wash your feet good. Works every time

[@BradleyHansonPhotography]

It's time to resole those Red Wings, Nick! ;-)

[@Stridewise]

Yeah I need to plan a cool video!

[@BradleyHansonPhotography]

@@Stridewise From what I recall, it's only $100 and the resole includes full cleaning and conditioning the leather.

[@Stridewise]

Nah I'll need to like film it at a cobbler's in NYC haha #content

[@1979augistine]

Need to to collab with role club be a excellent video

[@ericchai707]

on MOC toe, there is no question. Red wing is the King.

[@Stridewise]

Yeah Thorogood makes a fine boot for all the reasons you mentioned, it's just not as good looking as Red Wing's Depends what you want. Definitely if you want something for a work site, Thorogood is better.

[@RicardoLopez-ni4dy]

You got some key points. The biggest difference from me is the leather quality. I have done plenty of work on different brands and red wing always has the superior leather due to their American leathers from SB foot tannery. But other brands have better out of the box comfort.

[@Stridewise]

@@RicardoLopez-ni4dy Very true, Ricardo!

[@jeromereyes584]

I own both. Danner is more fragile. The box stitching along the moc toe upper failed on me. The bull run is incredibly comfortable until the soles wear down (which happens quickly). The red wings hurt to break in but are amongst my most comfortable all day boots.

[@rsenl7270]

I own a pair of thorogoods and a guy I work with bought a pair of red wings the same time i got my thorogoods. His soles are over half way gone and mine still have tread on them.

[@Souzaphotos]

I picked up the Bull Run boots in November 2019, there was a short break-in period but it came mostly in the form of feet cramps, I had zero blisters and within a week they were perfect.

[@Stridewise]

Yeah I didn't have much of a break in either! Except around the ankle collar, was surprisingly hard to soften up

[@donjuanthepiper7166]

Technically the danner leather is thinner but not by so much its noticable, and even at that its still much thicker leather than most other moc toe boots out there. To me red wings name and reputation sells. Unfortunately they have changed over the years and the quality isnt any higher than most of the top boot company's today.

[@aaronbuckmaster7063]

Danger boots every time. The men I worked with who wore Red Wing’s had to resole them long before I had to resole my Danners. The double layered construction on my Danners held up much better than those same Red Wings. Easier to clean and polished, much more comfortable and much safer in hazardous environments. This is my opinion from 20+ years with the same two pair of Danner boots I purchased at the beginning of my career. Danners every time.

[@silasmacon1565]

The bull run has been my primary work boot for 8 years now. I can wear them for 16 hours a day with no complaints. Union made in Portland Or. Living in Washington Portland’s not to far away and you can pick a pair of factory seconds for $111 out the door!

[@ConquerCollin]

I was just at the danner factory today and wish I saw those for $111. I would have picked up a pair

[@ConquerCollin]

@ROBERT DELAHANTY Well there's an income tax so the state is really trying to discourage working. You can however put up a tent anywhere you want and get food stamps

[@movzx9282]

Where did you get those factory second?

[@marcsoto910]

Red wing 877 is the ironworker boot because the leather lasts and the sole is soft enough to grip but not overly soft to wear down too quickly, plus they are easy to resole.

[@chrisp5526]

Danner makes a prized boot by the USMC. Different companies make boots for the USMC that Marines can buy. The Danner brand is the most expensive one offered and prized, comfortable from day 1. Danner also uses Vibram sole, which also makes it great, and not squishy.

[@markalexander774]

Red Wing is the better casual boot: It is more fashion focused, it is more long lasting, it is more expensive, etc. The Danner is more of an actual work boot: It has a steel toe option, meaning that it is actually allowed on job sites, unlike the Red Wing. Does Red Wing not know how many sales they are missing out on because they do not offer this nor the Iron Ranger with a steel toe? Half of the construction workers in this country would be wearing either the Red Wing Classic Moc or the Red Wing Iron Ranger if they had a steel toe option. But because they do not, I would hazard to guess that almost none of them are, because you would not be allowed on a construction site.

[@aharanha]

Loved my Bull Runs until one of the plastic heel cups cracked one day while walking and shredded my heel.

[@anthonysiracuse8613]

Damn, dudes really be having boots for four years.

[@Stridewise]

I walk the walk Anthony

[@illusioned0ne]

In my field I’m lucky to get a year out of a pair of boots.

[@jackxie4635]

Having sneakers for 10 yrs. if you rotate them

[@WeileWorld]

I like to have both brands in Denmark. To long time since I have visit USA.

[@gregoriojuarez1579]

Thorogood hands down. I have 2 pairs, one Moc toe for work and another for everyday use.

[@brucew.5292]

Half Dog I buy two of everything that I love. I understand your thought process with that purchase.

[@gregoriojuarez1579]

@@brucew.5292 I won't need another boot for years haha

[@markusalsbjer2779]

Have you tried the ones in the video? What makes Thorogood better?

[@LeviandBilly]

@@markusalsbjer2779 well, for one. Redwing soles rub down much quiker than thorogoods. Thorogoods are known to be much more comfortable out of the box and they are tripple stitched compared to the single stitch they use on redwings most of the time. I believe redwings don't even come with insoles whereas thorogood makes really high quality and comfortable insoles.

[@F15ACC2001]

Great review. Your redwings are close to resole time. I’d like to suggest sending them to “Brian The Bootmaker” at Role Club and have him put a role club leather half soul on them and tell us how it goes.

[@Stridewise]

Glad you like it, Matt! Yeah I'd love to get a nice resole video made. I think I know some people at Modern Vice in NYC who could do it...

[@F15ACC2001]

Stridewise Yes branch out resole reviews.

[@kayseacamp]

I second this motion!!! Brian’s channel is amazing! His work looks soo crisp and you can tell he pours his soul (pun intended) into it.

[@ianturnbow7011]

Matt Skembo The re-sole will be worth more than the original cost of the shoe. This isn’t to knock Brian’s work, but more so a highlight of lower end boots going to local cobblers ($70-$100 re-sole) versus better known, higher quality re-sole jobs (Brian’s pricing).

[@ericwhitlow7364]

No more Danner for me. Owned three pair of duty boots made by Danner. All of them squeak in the midsole somewhere. Of course after the warranty.

[@tomhopkins6758]

Danners for 20! Years. HUGE fan. Bought my first pair of redwings. (Not this style). I like them both. Probably go back to danner with my money next time

[@theboycheef841]

just bought some danner work boots cant wait for them to come in

[@19SWG23]

Thorogood master race *

[@Stridewise]

hahaha

[@patrickconnelly1240]

Butt Pee if you don’t know what looks good maybe

[@edrader]

danner uses Thorogood maxwear wedge sole, which is better than redwing sole

[@Stridewise]

That's a good point!

[@1975dmadman]

I didn’t know that. I just purchased Danners and they are being delivered Wednesday but reading soles wear fast but my Thorogoods have great sole durability

[@JoshuaPeters3036]

Watch Rose Anvils video on the Danner bull run. Those boots are made really cheap. I also had a friend at work buy some and they fell apart really fast.

[@jacobdiscipleofjesusforeve419]

The danner just looks more comfortable

[@idocsfeatures2160]

I have owned both the Red Wing Mocs 8890, and Danner Bull Run (along with Thorogoods), but I will comment on the RW and Danners. First, this a really well done assessment of both boots. I've had my 8890s's for 10 years, 3 resoles, and the stitching started failing and water got into the boot very easily... I had to retire them. I replaced them with the Bull Runs, and immediately, they felt better on my foot and the leather was softer, more cushion. The arch support was a plus along with the shank. I prefer the "look" of the 8890s, but I'm just as happy with the Bull Run's after months of wear. Overall, the 8890s are a "better boot" but honestly, I got my Bull Run's for $160 and they're more comfortable and feel just as sturdy. Plus, I'm starting to like the patina they're developing and I don't miss my 8890s. With the price difference, comfort, and shank/arch support, the Bull Run's are a better buy and win (in my opinion). However, I keep looking at sales for another pair of RW's, so I guess a part of me feel some loyalty to RW (I've own many pairs of them over the years). However, the Bull Runs win the moc toe contest.

[@palillo2006]

You said the RWs lasted for 10 years with some resoles. Do you think the Danners will last that long?

[@donotrobme9295]

I completely agree

[@parts7959]

Thorogood FTW

[@Stridewise]

Also a good shoe!

[@TonyJordan987]

I watched a breakdown of the danner moc toe and they cut it in half which revealed they do indeed put a metal shank in the arch support.

[@Trd2020]

Red wings are the most overrated boot ever made!!

[@markalexander774]

So with Danner, you can basically get a new one for not much more than it would take to get it resoled? Why would anyone bother to get them resoled then?

[@Stridewise]

Yeah, seriously. I think a regular cobbler could do it for a lot less, but it'd be harder to find one who can because it's stitchdown. Definitely the Danner has less of a durability guarantee.

[@sanzquerol]

I have had so many redwing boots and my favorite it's the first one I bought. I have resole it three times already and they have so much style now that I dont use them for work anymore. They are like wine if you treat them properly they get better and better.

[@bryceweaver8211]

Stridewise I’ve had a few pairs of Danner’s. My first pair are on its 4th re-sole. They are very easy to resole. I watched the cobbler do it. It’s pretty much peel the old one off. Stick the new one on, and trim. Charged me like $65?

[@GentlemanEDC]

Love my danners. I think aesthetically they have a smoother look compared to redwings. The RW have a bit clown shoe presentation for some reason with the Mocs whereas the danners look sporty. I do love my iron rangers but owning multiple pairs of danners for various applications, they’re my go to

[@Unl1sted2]

I just picked up a pair of the bull runs for 85 Canadian. Brand new.. so despite the thinner leather and resole potential that’s why they win in my book.

[@Stridewise]

Yep, if price is your priority there's no denying Danner wins out!

[@patfromamboy]

Are the Redwings made in the US? I know the Danners are. I have both brands of boots.

[@paulbunyun3663]

i had both, still have the Danners. I gave my 1907 moc toes away..brutal to break in not worth the torture

[@vishaljdeodhar5445]

Hey Nick, i think its about time you review the Nicks - especially their arch support boots!

[@Stridewise]

You know Vishal they asked me if I wanted one but I keep procrastinating because I have to measure my foot three different ways and mail a tracing of my foot to them, it's all so much haha

[@corneliuscrewe677]

@@Stridewise It takes literally a half an hour. How is that too much effort?

[@AgonxOC]

Never understood the hard time people have breaking in leather boots. I rarely have issues, maybe a hot spot, but almost never develop blisters. Are these that bad for some of you?

[@markalexander774]

I feel like Danner should only source their leather from American tanneries if they are going to have the flag on the boot. It seems disingenuous to have it there with the knowledge that the materials might be from another country. Just up the cost a little bit, so you can wear that flag with pride.

[@mikeroy6713]

Well said

[@mikez2501]

Maybe I heard it wrong but I thought he said they source it from more than one place...that doesn’t necessarily mean it isn’t all sourced from here in the U.S.

[@goldengoat1737]

Up the cost? Dude Danners are 400$

[@mikeroy6713]

They’re 190. Not to say that’s cheep by any stretch and I really don’t care where they’re made as long as the quality’s there. But, if the leather is outsourced from somewhere other than the USA they shouldn’t put a flag on’em. That’s what l was agreeing with.

[@goldengoat1737]

Mike Roy my bad I’m sure the little trendy ones are 190$ but the super rain Forrest are 379$ the ones he is showing aren’t real work boots

[@dallas5374]

Danner all day son!

[@grainyday]

I have a foot dropping after nerve injury - and discovered that boot weight does make a difference for me ( much loved RedWing Blacksmith are way too heavy for daily use ) - can you weigh both boots for comparison ? also for same reason I dream of olive suede Capitans :)) thanks for your videos - you have amazing personality and great passion which i share !

[@roberttorres8477]

Taking advise from a casual. This dude is a clown. Red wings and danners arent meant to look pretty

[@7_0_sav5]

Danner

[@brandonjames8671]

Danners for me, more comfortable and far less expensive

[@georgegeorgepht]

I wore both boots many years. I ever been to the red wing factory but I have been to the small shop fanned has in Portland. They make some great boots. I like the danners because they are more comfortable and seem to be much better for the money. Danner used to be all made in America but but have been sold over the years and now have some models made in China and else were. The made in America top of the line danners are 300-400$ last I checked. Great boot. Last for ever. Absolute beast of a boot if you ask me. My neighbor works at the factory and he says they have very high inspection standards. They will pull them off the line for very small imperfections.

[@patfromamboy]

I bought my son his first pair of Danner’s in Portland for his birthday and they look great. Then we found out they were factory seconds which we didn’t even notice. I still have my last pair of Danner’s and they will look great years later. Made in the US is important for me. W like to support my fellow Americans.

[@jayusher576]

Danner bull run lace to toe for the win...🤘

[@Dukeofmamucas]

I’ve heard Danner mostly used Sidel leather

[@jaypeeg.6510]

If you want some good Red Wing work boot you need to check out their Irish Setter line. They very comfortable, look great and unlike their heritage line they are actually for work. The only down side is that they are not made in the USA like their Heritage line. They are made in Vietnam... well at least it ain't China. I also own a pair of Thorogood and also love.

[@Stridewise]

Yeah the Vietnamese hate China, haha. I actually just ordered some Wingshooters to review!

[@jaypeeg.6510]

Nice!! Looking forward for that review.

[@chloehennessey6813]

Neither. Keen and Georgia Boot are the good boots. Keen are the most comfortable boots ever- even after a 12 hour day welding, building. Georgia boot just fit nicely. Danner, Red Wing are nice boots. Just not as comfy or fit as well. If y’all want just a damn comfy work boot than Keen is for you. I got a pair of Targahee II women’s. The waterproofing didn’t last the year- but I emailed keen on night. They gave me a code to get any boot on the website I wanted shipped free. Four days it took and I had a new pair of boots and they said keep the old ones. That’s damn good customer service if you ask me.

[@rickzepeda4403]

redwing hands down

[@Stridewise]

I prefer them too, Rick

[@nathanmccloskey6946]

I second that opinion.

[@matthewdersam4748]

Broken homme

[@mjmalone9175]

The correct answer is Thorogood. You’re welcome.

[@gunsguitarsrccarz4131]

DANNER CAUSE RED WING DONT MAKE SIZE 14.5 EX WIDE

[@matthewsbernier]

The Carolina version is my personal favorite. Wider in the toe and narrower in the heel and ankle than the thorogoods, slightly nicer leather, and I prefer their insoles.

[@StatelineSportsPod]

Great video comparison! I have had my eyes on the danner for a while. I am so glad you brought up it's construction bc it's something I missed but not a deal breaker. Thanks Nick!

[@Stridewise]

Yeah Danner is cheaper and more lightweight, Red Wing sturdier but more expensive. Both fine boots!

[@rugby309]

Ive bought my first danner 18 months ago. Never buy another brand again. My Redwings last 6 months tops on a construction site compared to the year and a half for the danners

[@gilbertbeachradio]

Danner doesn't honor their warranty and they are owned by lacrosse footwear who cares more about stalking shelves than product quality. I was referred to my local cobbler which my town doesn't have...horrible company

[@edyue1]

Apples 🍎 v. Oranges 🍊

[@jbadbadj706]

Definitely a redwing guy 👊🏽

[@JoshuaPeters3036]

Watch Rose Anvils video on the Danner bull run. Those boots are made really cheap. I also had a friend at work buy some and they fell apart really fast.

[@wubiothecockerspaniel6481]

Redwing all the way

[@XAGR-hn3qt]

Redwings look more aerodynamic lol like every line looks slick

[@Stridewise]

Agree!

[@laurentiumanolescu]

Hello. One question, not about nazis or rightwing politics,but about boots, in this part of the world, eastern europe, boots are seen as a fall/winter shoes, very very few scattered tourist wears them,but nobody else, its a common thing among people in australia,nz, canada, us or other countries like mexico a common thing or lets say something not unusual to see among people there? Everytime I see a western movies or a movie set in the hot arid places in australia, Us or mexico i see people wearing them quite casually especially cowboy boots. Thank you.

[@Stridewise]

Yeah they're much more common in the US/Canada than anywhere else

[@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241]

Red Wing by a long shot... My rough necks are lasting me 10 years and has another 10 years to go.

[@nathanmccloskey6946]

Steven Penny I agree, red wing for the win.

[@freeworldneedsfreethinking]

fashion? there work boots wtf?

[@Wayne-hp5co]

And the answer is thorogood

[@seanwhite304]

Danner no questions asked

[@jimv.661]

Danner boots are junk. I've had two sets now that have had the soles came off. And, Danner knows they are junk and only give them a one year warranty. These boots were only used on a few hunts.

[@opencase9903]

Agreed

[@hydrobuu]

I would disagree. Owned Danner for almost 2 years and it is lasting longer than my redwing moc toe boot. I do maintenance and always on my feet.

[@jimv.661]

I've owned 5 sets of Danners along with other brands over the last 50 years or so. I've had nothing but problems with them.

[@hydrobuu]

@@jimv.661 sorry hear that, i do believe they dont hold up outdoors/construction well compare to others. But handles great indoors,oil/wet, ladders, and constantly walking at my work.

[@jimv.661]

Mostly the soles fall apart.

[@rafterrafter1227]

Those are some ugly boots right there!!😲

[@zeroman155]

"Opinions vary." - Dalton, Road house.

[@1991tommygun]

Thorogood.......cats ass

[@djKoitz]

Whites boots of course

[@wesmonahan4372]

Other than waterproofing red wings suck they are not comfortable nor are they anywhere close to true to there size

[@beauar1]

I have had my danner mountain light forever and plan to have them forever. That is and always will be the boot to get

[@Space.Ghost.]

NEITHER both are garbage. I've owned both and they only lasted 6 months.

[@Stridewise]

I've gotten 5 years out of my Red Wings and they're going strong

[@Space.Ghost.]

@@Stridewise I've never been that lucky with em. My dad also he only got maybe 2 years tops out of his. Best boots I've ever had where some Wolverines. Wore those for nearly 10 years. Seriously considering White's boots for my next pair.

[@TommyNitro]

I think the red wing is a better boot. But I with they would update their sole compound. Compared to thorogood and danner it is not long wearing enough. Otherwise it seems to the be superior boot.

[@jojox3021]

Obviously red wing 🇺🇸💪

[@brianbuchert6382]

Not so obvious obviously

[@BMfins]

Clown shoes.

[@louderthangod]

Danner is one of the few boots featured on this many other boot review pages that actually comes in my size (15). It’s frustrating how many stop at 13 or 14.

[@terrydodson723]

Danner and yes my name is danner

[@paulbunyun3663]

my wife stops at 10

[@rugby309]

4 years ? He hardly wore them .my Redwings soles lasted 6 months

[@bayview94124]

Redwing 👍

[@555Cook]

Thorogood is America’s favorite boot

[@nesco7615]

I got myself a danners moc toe. I fucken love these boots.

[@skoorbryan]

You don't really need a shank in a shoe unless it has a heel. If you have a heel, you need that extra stability for keeping the arch from sagging and taking a toll on your arch support.

[@greenpower2412]

I think Thursday wins that battle..their quality control is phenomenal.. I'm just kidding :)

[@Snowfoxxo]

This guy is such a shill for Thursday i dont trust his reviews anymore.

[@Cemmos]

Hahaha, I wanted to smack someone right until the end of your sentence.

[@Stridewise]

Aw but I only have like three Thursday videos! Just watch my other ones they're all the best videos ever made :D

[@nycmvl]

Chenler Thursday's are pretty good boots, especially for the price point

[@frednovaes5888]

Danner, Chippewa and Thorogood

[@JohnNathanShopper]

Compare Iron Ranger to Allen Edmonds Normandy.

[@carlrest6553]

JohnNathanShopper I asked for that months ago

[@sicboy83]

Got my Danner's online at Baker's. 152 shipped to my house. Love these boots so far

[@marblemountainwoodworks8475]

As a lad from the PNW, DANNER

[@thec.tysonsynopsis7280]

Had zero break in with Danner. Danner > Red Wing

[@jimbasler1054]

I always choose Red Wing....... Especially since I have an inside connection,that gets me my Red Wings and Irish Setters,for half price. They really do make great boots!!!

[@Stridewise]

That's an unfair advantage, Jim!!

[@jimbasler1054]

@@Stridewise Yes it is..... And my closet is getting full.

[@jacoblyman5359]

Hey Jim do you have the $70 insoles? I got them in my setters and they are sweet man.

[@eggsandbakey1]

How does the dancer's sole compare to the doc Martin's sole? I'm looking for a decent looking boot with a softer sole that is more like a doc martin.

[@RobertWilliams-ox4hz]

I have the lace to toe Bull Runs in 8". I had zero break in. Mine are a dark brown leather.

[@user-hd8ej8yx9p]

Do they run large?

[@JonathanGrandt]

Red wing look worlds nicer... super narrow, especially in the toe, and the heel slips too much.

[@bret9741]

Time for new soles on the Redwings :)

[@Stridewise]

I know! I'm going to try to get Brian the Bootmaker to do it in a collab this year

[@tonynimmons111]

Check out the Rockport boots.

[@K8TO88]

Great review, Red wings for life......

[@kevinjoanmejiasanche]

Danner gang 😈

[@brianbuchert6382]

Sounds like something a 12 year old would say lol

[@terrydodson723]

my name is Danner

[@Stridewise]

Hi Danner

[@jasonk940]

Danner is crap! Ive had 5 pairs of various models and each one Ive gotten rid of. I have these Danner mocs and they are no exception to the crap they produce. The counter has a plastic inlay. This pretty much feels like its severing your achilles tendon with every step. Also, the toe heigh is minimal. Unless you have toes that look like they have been run over by a truck to flatten them out, these wont work for you. The top of your nail will get pounded in with every step. After 4-5 hours your feet will feel like hammered dog shit. Go with the Red Wings. I have these too and they are far better in comparison. BUT... if you want to do it right I have 3 words for you. White's, Nick's, Wesco!

[@metalgoat9672]

Wait a minute. "Danner is crap" as you say, but you've bought FIVE pairs?

[@jasonk940]

@@metalgoat9672 Ya, they got me good. Their shoes look great, but they feel like crap. I was the sucker who didnt learn his lesson.

[@NoQuestions4sked]

Love your channel!

[@Stridewise]

Thanks dup dude!

[@Alistair_Spence]

I own both of these boots and agree with your take on them. My Danners were $70 or so cheaper than my Red Wings and I think it shows. The Danners just don't feel as serious of a boot as my Red Wings do. It's a subtle thing, and just my opinion, but the Danners tend towards the casual boot side of things, whereas the Red Wings tend towards the work boot side. The Red Wings just feel like a higher quality product to me.

[@Stridewise]

Haha 'serious' is a great word for it, Alistair! Danners are fine and the fact that they're lighter and more sneakery is a big part of the appeal for a lot of people. They're just a bit less booty.

[@Alistair_Spence]

@@Stridewise yes, well put. I'm glad I have the Danners, as I think they are more appropriate for certain (more casual) situations, and it's also just interesting to compare the two. Bottom line though, my Red Wings just seem to get better with age in a way that the Danners do not. The quality of the leather, and the construction method that RW uses seems to add up to a boot that ends up being like an old friend. I don't get that from the Danners, they just don't have the guts that the Red Wings do. Maybe that's just me though.

[@cincydooley]

Thanks for this one, Nick!

[@Stridewise]

You're welcome!

[@rhymeandreasoning]

Those are great looking boots. I like all of your boots, and your boot videos.

[@Stridewise]

Thanks man! I like your comments!

[@rhymeandreasoning]

@@Stridewise You are welcome

[@derekmadrigal9434]

How are the soles holding up on the Danners?