Work shoes/boots...Red Wing Vs. Timberland?

SPEEDY MCCREADY
SPEEDY MCCREADY Posts: 27,216
edited November 2013 in All Encompassing Trip
Anyone ever own Timberland work boots?
Are they any good?

I am off to buy new pair of work boots, probably go with Red Wings.
Going to drop $200-$250

I see Timberland has a workboot, insulated and waterproof, for $110.


Are Timberlands any good?
Or should I just stick with Red Wing?


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  • JB23237
    JB23237 Posts: 1,381
    Tims are good comfy boots but depending on what you do won't last as long as Redwings
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  • SatansFuton
    SatansFuton Posts: 5,399
    JB23237 wrote:
    Tims are good comfy boots but depending on what you do won't last as long as Redwings

    That's what I hear, Red Wings last a long time so they're worth the extra dough. I once had a boss try to talk me into buying some, even though I didn't need work boots to last years as it was a summer job. He said in the long run they saved him money because the cheaper boots he would buy would only last a matter of months, but his Red Wings had lasted him years. I wasn't sure if his were the exception or the rule though.
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  • SPEEDY MCCREADY
    SPEEDY MCCREADY Posts: 27,216
    JB23237 wrote:
    Tims are good comfy boots but depending on what you do won't last as long as Redwings
    Pair of Red Wings I have now own, have lasted through 3 winters, and are still in decent shape.
    I bought a pair of steel toe work shoes from Work n Gear, about 4 months ago, Sketchers.
    They have already fallen apart. 4 months is all it took.
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  • JB23237
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    Imo opinion timberlands are a not so close second to Redwings after tims everything else is pretty cheap.
    I have Redwing work boots for everyday and timberland insulated boots for outdoor work
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  • SPEEDY MCCREADY
    SPEEDY MCCREADY Posts: 27,216
    JB23237 wrote:
    Imo opinion timberlands are a not so close second to Redwings after tims everything else is pretty cheap.
    I have Redwing work boots for everyday and timberland insulated boots for outdoor work
    After further review.
    After looking at the pricing.

    I have decided to give my old Red Wings one more Winter.

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  • curly
    curly Posts: 704
    20 yrs working construction....now an office yuppie,...lol.,, but I paid my dues...

    been thru dozens of work boots over the years and sure you can find a good pair of tims...

    but they can bit hit and miss as well....

    You never miss w/ red wings... I've had one pair even re- sole'd.... and still wear em'...

    their's nothing stupid'r than short changing your feet when your on them day in and day out...

    Red Wings worth every penny... imo...
  • Indifference71
    Indifference71 Chicago Posts: 14,935
    SPEEDY MCCREADY wrote:
    Anyone ever own Timberland work boots?
    Are they any good?

    I am off to buy new pair of work boots, probably go with Red Wings.
    Going to drop $200-$250

    I see Timberland has a workboot, insulated and waterproof, for $110.


    Are Timberlands any good?
    Or should I just stick with Red Wing?


    I know.
    It is an exciting life I lead.
    :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:


    My Dad drove a cement truck for 25 years and swore by Red Wings. I think he would get a new pair every 3-4 years.
  • guacamolejoe
    guacamolejoe Posts: 2,396
    I'm old & retired........I wear slippers now ;)

    But I used to be on my feet all day as a UPS driver & as a fireman. I would wear the longer lasting more comfortable shoe :ugeek: .
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  • perfectlefts14
    perfectlefts14 California Posts: 2,093
    You usually can't go wrong with Red Wings, but the best pair of work boots I've ever had were made by Caterpillar. The Cats were very comfortable and lasted for years. You might want to check them out.
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  • SPEEDY MCCREADY
    SPEEDY MCCREADY Posts: 27,216
    perfectlefts14 wrote:
    You usually can't go wrong with Red Wings, but the best pair of work boots I've ever had were made by Caterpillar. The Cats were very comfortable and lasted for years. You might want to check them out.
    I have never had any luck with Cats.
    Like most work boots I used to buy, before purchasing my 1st pair of Red Wings, they lasted less than a year.
    But who knows, maybe in the last few years, they are putting out a better product.
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  • badbrains
    badbrains Posts: 10,255
    Fuck timberland! I hate rap! 8-)










    Go with the wings speedy!
  • JB23237
    JB23237 Posts: 1,381
    SPEEDY MCCREADY wrote:
    JB23237 wrote:
    Imo opinion timberlands are a not so close second to Redwings after tims everything else is pretty cheap.
    I have Redwing work boots for everyday and timberland insulated boots for outdoor work
    After further review.
    After looking at the pricing.

    I have decided to give my old Red Wings one more Winter.

    :lol::lol::lol:


    Good call Merica!!
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  • comebackgirl
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    I'm a little hurt you didn't come directly to me for shoe advice :cry: :x
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  • JOEJOEJOE
    JOEJOEJOE Posts: 10,865
    Dr. Martens are stylish and sturdy!

    I wear them for work!
  • peacefrompaul
    peacefrompaul Posts: 25,293
    I like LaCrosse boots quite a bit
  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,436
    Red Wing is the gold standard for construction. Danner also makes a good work boot.

    I got a pair of Carhart boots and tossed them after four months.
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  • peacefrompaul
    peacefrompaul Posts: 25,293
    Jason P wrote:
    Red Wing is the gold standard for construction. Danner also makes a good work boot.

    I got a pair of Carhart boots and tossed them after four months.

    Good addition... Danner is a good boot. I have a pair of those too
  • mickeyrat
    mickeyrat Posts: 45,638
    comebackgirl wrote:
    I'm a little hurt you didn't come directly to me for shoe advice :cry: :x
    ok, but to be fair our definition of work footwear and your definition of work footwear are completely different.

    But , whats your advice?


    Speedy? Red Wings, resole your current pair. Think when tax season rolls around I'll buy another pair that fit better. Pair I got now I got big, to accomodate a second pair of socks when working in the subzero freezer at Restaurant Depot. Wasnt paying the extra 60 or so for the insulated wings.
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  • youngster
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    I'm in the construction industry and used to pay about $100 every year for a new pair of Tims. Back in 2008 decided to treat myself to a $230 pair of Red Wings. Here it is 2013 and after 1 re-soling I am still wearing the same pair. And believe me I wear them every single day and dont go easy on them. They are the most comfortable boot I have ever owned. I am planning on buying a brand new pair next year. not that my current ones are worn out just ready to upgrade to a brand new pair. I will never cheapen out and buy another brand of boot. Worth every penny.
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  • comebackgirl
    comebackgirl Posts: 9,885
    mickeyrat wrote:
    comebackgirl wrote:
    I'm a little hurt you didn't come directly to me for shoe advice :cry: :x
    ok, but to be fair our definition of work footwear and your definition of work footwear are completely different.

    But , whats your advice?


    Speedy? Red Wings, resole your current pair. Think when tax season rolls around I'll buy another pair that fit better. Pair I got now I got big, to accomodate a second pair of socks when working in the subzero freezer at Restaurant Depot. Wasnt paying the extra 60 or so for the insulated wings.
    Good point :think:

    But I'd say stick with the Red Wings. If you like something, don't change it :)
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