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Title: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Nick912 on March 03, 2008, 08:12:16 PM
Who here wears Cowboy Boots? I have never wore them in my life. I am not southern in any way. Actually I am very yankee. But I bought a pair of ropers not too long ago and love them! They look good and feel like dang slippers!!

Who else likes boots?
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: SLYinKC on March 03, 2008, 08:14:29 PM
I have a pair of cowboy boots and a pair of Ropers.  Haven't had the cowboy boots on in years.  I really like the look of Ropers, but it's been awhile since I had mine on.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: PBurke on March 03, 2008, 08:40:16 PM
i have about 4 pairs of ropers. all justins and there is nothing more comfy.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Nick912 on March 03, 2008, 08:45:13 PM
Here is a picture I took from my phone at work. Yes I wear boots in my blues!! haha
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Timmay on March 03, 2008, 08:55:42 PM
OK I have to admit....I have no freakin idea what ropers are.  I just wear Nike Tennis shoes and doc martens.  For the funeral home I wear  Johnston and Murphy's.  Cowboy boots...I wore them one time.  Hurt my feet too much....so guess im a woosy
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: PBurke on March 03, 2008, 09:01:51 PM
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs7ondemand7.scene7.com%2Fis%2Fimage%2FJustinBrands%2FJBC_JB3000_LF%3F&hash=c2878a5e98792fab6f79c42892c1ce221bf4ba21)


these are basic black ropers. low heel and smooth look. nothing fancy just pure comfort.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Timmay on March 03, 2008, 09:03:58 PM
hmmm looks like old man's shoes...............lol
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Nick912 on March 03, 2008, 09:20:08 PM
hmmm looks like old man's shoes...............lol
 

Lol  :*))
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Timmay on March 03, 2008, 09:23:52 PM
Glad nick got a kick out of that...kickin up dust wit them dare boots ehh Pburke?
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: herronm on March 04, 2008, 06:20:01 AM
I haven't had any in several years, but I was just thinking of getting a new pair.  Ropers are great.  They look good with just about anything (except shorts Tim). 

Max
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Timmay on March 04, 2008, 06:43:27 AM
Herronm...who said they dont look good with shorts?  I could wear some wife beater shirt with some cut off jeans........and I could wear red and white stripped tube socks..up to my knees....

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi255.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fhh157%2FTimmj%2F3518813322.jpg&hash=978f3da9232627c515cad3c7be0a49c8002b2921)

LOL

Timmayy
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: PigPen on March 04, 2008, 07:20:27 AM
I have a pair of Justin Pit Stop lacers that I've replaced the soles on twice already. The most comfortable pair of Ropers I ever had got stolen. It's almost time to replace my Justins, after five years the toes are finally starting to wear out. They've seen much better days, but they are so damn
comfortable I don't wanna get rid of 'em
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: fireman on March 04, 2008, 07:45:49 AM
ah yes the Justin Ropers...a great fit! I broke down and treated myself to a pair of black ostrich ropers a couple of years ago, man I like them boots!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: PBurke on March 04, 2008, 09:30:49 AM
I have a pair of Justin Pit Stop lacers that I've replaced the soles on twice already. The most comfortable pair of Ropers I ever had got stolen. It's almost time to replace my Justins, after five years the toes are finally starting to wear out. They've seen much better days, but they are so damn
comfortable I don't wanna get rid of 'em


i have a pair of elkskin lacers like that pig. beat to hell and back but too comfy to let go of.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Paul on March 04, 2008, 01:20:41 PM
Three pair.  Black cowhide and Cream Elephant for dress.  Tan roughout for knocking around.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Nick912 on March 04, 2008, 09:46:19 PM
ah yes the Justin Ropers...a great fit! I broke down and treated myself to a pair of black ostrich ropers a couple of years ago, man I like them boots!

That is the next pair I wanna buy is some of those Black Ostich ropers.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on March 04, 2008, 10:10:19 PM
Well, I didn't get my handle because I wear sandals!

Mostly I wear motorcycle boots, but I do have a few pairs of ropers. I'm not a big fan of pointy toes and riding heels, so ropers -- with their sensible rounded toes and lower heels -- suit me just fine.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Mikekoz13 on March 05, 2008, 04:48:08 AM
I haven't worn my cowboy boots in years. My elkskins need new heels and soles and I just can't find anyone to do it.

All this talk of ropers makes me want to go out and get a pair.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: ice4life on March 05, 2008, 08:00:49 AM
Here is a picture I took from my phone at work. Yes I wear boots in my blues!! haha

  Nick! You tha man..... I was in the airforce. got out 3 years ago
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: tomgallagher on March 05, 2008, 12:10:25 PM
The result of a collaberation between the Justin Boot Co. and the professional calf ropers of the PRCA, hence the name Ropers.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Adam on March 07, 2008, 08:07:38 PM
Never owned a pair of cowboy boots, but i'm tempted to find me a pair of these Ropers.  They sound pretty comfortable. 
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: DAT Boy on March 07, 2008, 08:43:47 PM
I think everybody should own at least one pair of real, authentic cowboy boots; especially folks in the warmer, humid climates! ::)  You know, the pointy toed boots with the tall heels.  They are great for squishing the cockroaches in the corners of the rooms!! ;D ;D  :x! :x! :x!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Nick912 on March 07, 2008, 09:12:31 PM
Never owned a pair of cowboy boots, but i'm tempted to find me a pair of these Ropers.  They sound pretty comfortable. 

Dude I never owned boots either, but Justin Ropers are like wearing slippers! So nice! They look great with pretty much anything too!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Adam on March 07, 2008, 09:18:17 PM
Where would someone find a pair of Ropers?  I'm guessing any standard western store?  And how much to the run, price-wise?
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Nick912 on March 07, 2008, 09:35:38 PM
Where would someone find a pair of Ropers?  I'm guessing any standard western store?  And how much to the run, price-wise?

I just bought some a couple months ago at a western store, with the insoles and the special lotion for the boots it was like $120
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: schro on March 07, 2008, 09:48:56 PM
Never owned a paid of boots.
Although, golf shoes have spikes, so I'm one up on y'all.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: SlySurfer on March 07, 2008, 11:45:32 PM
 Boots Are Made for Walking......The Dukes of Hazzard Yes, it was my idea to see this.

As America’s most beloved cinematic hickstorian, I felt it was my duty. (In my defense, I waited for the DVD.) When you aim this low and still miss the target, you have made a crappy movie indeed. At least the DVD came with that dirty, dirty Jessica Simpson video for “These Boots Are Made for Walking.”

http://youtube.com/watch?v=PCVg1q-BpW8  (G-rated)
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages-eu.amazon.com%2Fimages%2FP%2FB000A87WE4.03.LZZZZZZZ.jpg&hash=7b961acb6344afab84562941b1f47e06b91236d8)
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Adam on March 08, 2008, 05:42:04 PM
Thank you for that one, Sly Surfer.  I can't complain about those cowboy...or should i say, cowgirl boots.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: R o b 6 on March 09, 2008, 09:50:07 PM
Three pairs of Justins. Kinda standard issue in these parts (although I don't wear them every day)

One pair (brown ropers) is totally beat up but comfortable as slippers. Can't ditch 'em yet. Perfect yard and mud boot.

One pair is a Justin traditional western boot (#1408) dark brown smooth calfskin with a J toe. Hold a great shine, good for dress boots.

And just bought a pair of Justin George Strait 3.1 chestnut boots that have like a tennis shoe insert in them. Bought them on a lunch hour and was tempted to wear them back to the office in my suit they're so comfortable. I treated myself to these as a reward for reaching my 90-day SLY anniversary.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: R o b 6 on March 10, 2008, 08:42:10 AM
Where would someone find a pair of Ropers?  I'm guessing any standard western store?  And how much to the run, price-wise?
If you aren't near a western or work wear store, try E-bay or a place called Shepler's...online at www.sheplers.com (http://www.sheplers.com) they have retail stores in various states.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Timmay on March 10, 2008, 08:28:39 PM
I've got spurs that jingle jangle jingle......................................

LOL

Timmayy!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: mojim on March 10, 2008, 09:06:19 PM
Who would have thought Timmayy...LOL

Never had a pair since I was 5 when I actually wanted to be a cowboy.
If I had to choose a boot, it would be hiking boots

@n( @n( @n( @n(...

Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: champ007 on March 10, 2008, 09:31:10 PM
Who would have thought Timmayy...LOL

Never had a pair since I was 5 when I actually wanted to be a cowboy.
If I had to choose a boot, it would be hiking boots

@n( @n( @n( @n(...



I'm with ya mojim. I have waterproof hunting boots and hikers, no cowboys here.
Guys who wear the cowboys here are either a truck driver passing through or they own a black suede hat and a silk red shirt (sometimes) with flames or black pinstripes. Then they have on these tight black wrangler jeans....  Why do I get this picture of Timmayyy wearing this in my head  :o  MAKE IT STOP.... MAKE IT STOP
AHHHHHHHHH g@@4 B@n% D@^^
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Timmay on March 10, 2008, 09:33:55 PM
Sorry to ruin a perfectly good dream for ya Champ....but that is one thing you will never see me in is tight jeans.   I can not stand it when i see guys wearing tight jeans.  Its like man....if i want to see the outline of someones body...it had better be girls...LOL

Timmayyyy! 
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: champ007 on March 10, 2008, 09:37:26 PM
Sorry to ruin a perfectly good dream for ya Champ....but that is one thing you will never see me in is tight jeans.   I can not stand it when i see guys wearing tight jeans.  Its like man....if i want to see the outline of someones body...it had better be girls...LOL

Timmayyyy! 

Thank god.... but ya know the red silk shirt might go with the red and whites  :)
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Nick912 on March 10, 2008, 10:12:27 PM
Sorry to ruin a perfectly good dream for ya Champ....but that is one thing you will never see me in is tight jeans.   I can not stand it when i see guys wearing tight jeans.  Its like man....if i want to see the outline of someones body...it had better be girls...LOL

Timmayyyy! 

Yea I hate when dudes wear tight grape smugglers!!!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: JohnMont on March 11, 2008, 10:02:06 AM


I agree with BootedBear about Ropers;  I have a pair and like them a lot.   I always thought of them as "cowboy boots"  although simple, non-pointy toe and non-high heel . ...

Didn't know my boots of choice were called "Ropers"  till  I read this thread .

Who says  slybaldguys.com  isn't educational and informative ? !

Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Marz on March 11, 2008, 11:24:26 AM
Interesting... sound like nice boots these "ropers" you speak of...

Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Nick912 on March 13, 2008, 12:04:06 PM
Interesting... sound like nice boots these "ropers" you speak of...



they are my friend, they are
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: herronm on March 14, 2008, 06:12:18 AM
I just picked my new pair of black ropers yesterday.  I haven't had boots in several years and now I wonder what took so long.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: DAT Boy on March 16, 2008, 02:48:54 PM
Well I thought about ropers, but I recently got a new pair of boots for riding my bike, and they're not exactly ropers, and they're not exactly cowboy boots.  Does anyone remember the harness boot style?  They're not pointy toed either.  Amazingly, they're even "official" H-D boots too!  I guess I'm stuck in a time warp that goes back about 30 years.   C#)P
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: PBurke on March 16, 2008, 03:00:51 PM
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fa1276.g.akamai.net%2F7%2F1276%2F734%2F6ebf0b4ab12a72%2Fresource.harley-davidson.com%2Fmedia%2Fimages%2Fproductphotos%2FMC%2FD91135_L_2297a.jpg&hash=44c15d39f1102c4fc767c6fb1c874b9a96ff2514)



i have these and love them. now i just need the bike to go with them.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on March 16, 2008, 07:34:12 PM
I guess I'm stuck in a time warp that goes back about 30 years.   C#)P
Are you serious? Harness boots are still very popular with the bike crowd and elsewhere.

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fhomepage.mac.com%2Fbootedbear%2FDSC00905.jpg&hash=49c224ff0cbb98aace475372f1b8f34f4763d919)

(older picture taken shortly before going sly)

Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: DAT Boy on March 16, 2008, 08:49:00 PM
Booted Bear- that's exactly the boot I'm talking about, like the one in your picture! :D
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi260.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fii11%2FSlyDATBoy%2FRoyandHisHarley002.jpg&hash=265625a62d4b39f6e679700ab4cb587912ed2cf7)
I need to get a better picture, as soon as some of this snow clears up! :Xo!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on March 16, 2008, 09:22:32 PM
Here's a better shot:

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fhomepage.mac.com%2Fbootedbear%2FDSC00893.jpg&hash=a6b3dd304fcb8599a53414b13f6be7336b488547)

P.S. Nice bikes.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: DAT Boy on March 17, 2008, 08:28:01 PM
Thanks!  Same at you!  I told my wife that I was getting a bike this Spring so I wouldn't miss another year of riding, and this great deal came out of nowhere and I HAD to buy the bike!  C#)P Of course I HAD to get the right boots to go with the bike too!   :@`
I may try a pair of ropers some time, (when I get older). ;)
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: sparkster123 on March 19, 2008, 10:57:23 PM
well i just got my ropers and man they are comfortable.one of my hobbies is horses i have 3 and wear cowboy boots only when i work with my horses and have tried a lot of cowboy boots and just dont find them comfortable and always thought if i was a long way from home riding and had to walk back my feet are going to be killing me but my ropers are great.i have a pair of arients but they dont compare. definitely worth it. i just got the basic black and like them really well O0
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Marz on March 20, 2008, 10:03:35 AM
I used to wear those harness boots or "engineer boots" as some call them. They were nice but I got a pair of Doc Martains and they were never worn again...

Is there a certain brand of ropers you guys buy? I am considering getting a pair but this is very foreign territory for me. I usually wear lace up boots like these
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnashvilleboots.com%2Fimages_products%2F2668_small.jpg&hash=8fc4b560bbf493307b7efacc495170cded883f60)

Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: PBurke on March 20, 2008, 10:09:11 AM
i can only wear justin ropers. my feet are very picky i guess. but justins are the only ones that fit right.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on March 20, 2008, 11:10:46 PM
I used to wear those harness boots or "engineer boots" as some call them.
Actually, harness and engineer boots are distinct styles:

Engineer boot:

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.boots99.com%2Fimages%2Fchippewa%2F71418s-t.jpg&hash=3cb66c363956d65a64a3ecf4e2a406946bf2f608)

Harness boot:

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.boots99.com%2Fimages%2Fchippewa%2F27868.jpg&hash=c43f4eec1233b1bb08053d968e9ccb903de68395)

Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Adam on March 22, 2008, 07:15:33 PM
I used to wear those harness boots or "engineer boots" as some call them. They were nice but I got a pair of Doc Martains and they were never worn again...

Is there a certain brand of ropers you guys buy? I am considering getting a pair but this is very foreign territory for me. I usually wear lace up boots like these
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnashvilleboots.com%2Fimages_products%2F2668_small.jpg&hash=8fc4b560bbf493307b7efacc495170cded883f60)




Marz, I own a pair of Doc's, and, the way these guys talk about ropers, I feel the same way about my Docs.  It's like walking on air.  So damn comfortable.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Nick912 on March 23, 2008, 08:51:36 AM
Well Justin Ropers are all I have worn, but they are so dang comfy
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: RustyRuss on March 23, 2008, 07:38:11 PM
I wear boots practically everyday.  Being a Texan it just comes natural, may have slid into a pair in the delivery room for all I know.  Majored in Agriculture, rode bulls a few times, ride horses frequently, and talk Texas B.S. all day long.  Being an AG major I used to claim to be able to "Look up a Bulls Ass and tell ya' the price of Butter!  Have since gone on to real estate appraising so predicting the price of butter is no longer in my repratoir.

Russ
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Tyler on March 24, 2008, 12:13:10 AM
You know we have a bunch of hicks on here (self included) if we can drum up 4 pages of comments about cowboy boots...lol!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: skinhead002 on March 24, 2008, 03:34:45 PM
Hey Russ! Nice to see another Texan...sorry I havent posted anything in awhile.

I wear boots with a western heel daily.  I wear the Justin uniform boot with my police uniform. Its all black, has a western heel with spur ledge and a smooth toe(no Stiching design) so it looks military. It popular with DPS(the Texas Highway Patrol), many of the sheriffs deputies.  My dept will not allow me to wear black cowboy boots with stiching on the toe.  Its gotta be smooth.

off duty, its cowboy boots all the way.Got different types to work in, dress etc.  The only non cowboy boot I wear are my military ones and only dress shoes are my military low quarters. 

Believe it or not, after all these years I have never worn Ropers.  Some of our officers wear them with their uniforms, they have a smooth toe.

Never rode bulls Russ but use to raise cattle.   
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on March 24, 2008, 06:05:33 PM
I wear the Justin uniform boot with my police uniform. Its all black, has a western heel with spur ledge and a smooth toe(no Stiching design) so it looks military.

If you are talking about these:

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fa60.g.akamai.net%2Ff%2F60%2F7267%2F1d%2Fsheplers.download.akamai.com%2F7267%2Fi%2Fp%2F050%2F050716%2F050716_89_p1_440x440.jpg&hash=c54129baa7c763da2efeff0101223834be478faa)

I have a pair, and they are great boots.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Marz on March 24, 2008, 06:17:58 PM
I used to wear those harness boots or "engineer boots" as some call them. They were nice but I got a pair of Doc Martains and they were never worn again...

Is there a certain brand of ropers you guys buy? I am considering getting a pair but this is very foreign territory for me. I usually wear lace up boots like these
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnashvilleboots.com%2Fimages_products%2F2668_small.jpg&hash=8fc4b560bbf493307b7efacc495170cded883f60)


Yeah, I love my Docs, thats for sure but the quality is not what it used to be. They were bought some time ago by macys or something and they just are not as nice as they were back in the old Brit days.

I have had good and bad luck with them recently, you just have to try them on.




Marz, I own a pair of Doc's, and, the way these guys talk about ropers, I feel the same way about my Docs.  It's like walking on air.  So damn comfortable.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: RustyRuss on March 24, 2008, 09:54:23 PM
Ironically, when in college I hauled hey to put my self thru school.  I wore tennis shoes instead of boots.  Couldn't find any boots back in the 70's that were comfortable enough to jump around from ground to flat bed.  Then my Mom made me some chaps from old blue jeans reversed with front of leg cut out and then worn backwards.  Next thing ya' know all the hard core ag. scholarship cowboys, a.k.a. "The Farm Boys", were wearing TShoes and blue jean chaps.  I wear Justin Lace up leathers with a rugged rubber heal.  They're actually seconds bought at the Justin Factory Outlet in Justin, TX +/- 55 miles from home.  Great deals there and in Nacona, TX (Nacona Boots) about 75 miles.  Don't wear riding heels as much, for lack of horses and time, but have had a pore of Full Quill Ostrich for 29 years and, until my arches starting flattening out they were the absolute most comfortable boots I've ever worn. 

You guys wearing the uniforms in these photos, and sorry I not just yet on a first name basis, stay safe.  I applaud you and respect you a great deal.  My freedoms are much safer, but most importantly I feel my family is much safer with you guys taking care of busilness.  I do appreciate what you do!

Rusty Russ
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Rob on March 25, 2008, 08:38:55 AM
I got a pair of Doc's, which I wear a lot - yeah, they are really comfortable and give good support (I have an iffy ankle) - but I'd love some of those ropers everyone keeps talking about, and the harness boots too - if I knew where to get them from in the UK or on the web 8)

I did have some cowboy boots once, but always found them uncomfortable to walk in for too long.  Mainly used them on stage in 'Oklahoma!' and other western-type shows. :)
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: PigPen on March 25, 2008, 08:48:22 AM
Rob, some of the best boots in the world are Ropers
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: tomgallagher on March 27, 2008, 08:54:26 AM
I wear the Justin uniform boot with my police uniform. Its all black, has a western heel with spur ledge and a smooth toe(no Stiching design) so it looks military.

If you are talking about these:

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fa60.g.akamai.net%2Ff%2F60%2F7267%2F1d%2Fsheplers.download.akamai.com%2F7267%2Fi%2Fp%2F050%2F050716%2F050716_89_p1_440x440.jpg&hash=c54129baa7c763da2efeff0101223834be478faa)

I have a pair, and they are great boots.

I don't think that is what's referred to as a western heel.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: JohnMont on March 27, 2008, 10:37:13 AM
I wear the Justin uniform boot with my police uniform. Its all black, has a western heel with spur ledge and a smooth toe(no Stiching design) so it looks military.

If you are talking about these:

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fa60.g.akamai.net%2Ff%2F60%2F7267%2F1d%2Fsheplers.download.akamai.com%2F7267%2Fi%2Fp%2F050%2F050716%2F050716_89_p1_440x440.jpg&hash=c54129baa7c763da2efeff0101223834be478faa)

I have a pair, and they are great boots.

NICE ! !

John
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: fcb2001 on April 14, 2008, 01:13:06 AM
I have nine pairs, all traditional style, i usually wear cowboy boots once or twice a week, the rest of the time i wear birkenstocks, but both cowboy boots and the birkenstocks are very comfortable, and those are the only two styles of shoes that i wear on my free time.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Nick912 on May 07, 2008, 09:46:40 PM
I think Im going to go this weekend and buy anothe pair of boots. I would like the Black Ostrich Ropers. Dang those are tough
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: maduro on May 08, 2008, 11:13:57 AM
I guess I'm stuck in a time warp that goes back about 30 years.   C#)P
Are you serious? Harness boots are still very popular with the bike crowd and elsewhere.

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fhomepage.mac.com%2Fbootedbear%2FDSC00905.jpg&hash=49c224ff0cbb98aace475372f1b8f34f4763d919)

(older picture taken shortly before going sly)

Looking good, Booted Bear!!!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: shakf on May 08, 2008, 12:18:02 PM
To be honest I had a pair of cowboy boots when I was around 18/19 and it was probably one of the worst fashion statements I have made. Here in the UK only people of a "certain age" would wear those or people who are heavily into country and western music. I have attached the type of footwear I would wear.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: jp_bald on July 18, 2008, 05:39:11 PM
I like cowboy boots, these are my boots
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Southworth14 on July 18, 2008, 05:45:48 PM
I have work cowboy boots all of my life.  There is nothing better than jeans, boots, a thick stache and a shaved head.  No one messes with ya.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: jp_bald on July 18, 2008, 05:54:11 PM
cool bro!!!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Mike on July 18, 2008, 09:18:37 PM
Thats all I wear. I have a pair of double H lacers and a pair of double H riding boots, they look like ropers. Before that I had some rhino boots, they wore out too fast. I have worn shoes maybe 3 times since I was in middle school, I wore boots to my wedding and I have worn them to funerals, they are comfortable and look good with everything.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: skiking on July 18, 2008, 09:38:30 PM
What is with all the shiny boots, cowboy boots aren't supposed to be shiny.  They should be covered In cow poo and dirt.

I can't find a pair of cowboy boots that fit my foot properly, so I went one step better for work and working on the ranch when required.  I went and got myself a pair of Nick's.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: MagmaBabe on July 19, 2008, 06:16:33 PM
OK I have to admit....I have no freakin idea what ropers are.  I just wear Nike Tennis shoes and doc martens.  For the funeral home I wear  Johnston and Murphy's.  Cowboy boots...I wore them one time.  Hurt my feet too much....so guess im a woosy

that's 'wussy'

and yes you are!  :P
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Robmeister on July 19, 2008, 06:54:12 PM
Here's mine....comfy as sh**
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheTrucker on July 21, 2008, 10:30:29 AM
I've worn boots all my life and have numerous pairs from elk hide to ostrich to plain old leather and ranging from cowboy style to biker to hiking. My favorites are my Red Wing harness boots.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on July 21, 2008, 10:54:22 AM
My favorites are my Red Wing harness boots.

I really like mine as well. Very well-made boots.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: J Digory on July 22, 2008, 02:37:04 AM
Cowboy boots do NOT look comfortable to me...plus I don't think I could pull it off.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: marty22 on July 22, 2008, 04:32:49 AM
Love the look of boots; my heel spurs prevent me from doing so. Oh well!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: shakf on July 22, 2008, 09:25:14 AM
It must be a U.S. thing cos over here only over 50's into country n western would wear that type of thing. I also think they look way too uncomfortable.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: tomgallagher on July 22, 2008, 11:35:54 AM

My favorite type of boots.

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv382%2FTom30261%2F3133.jpg&hash=41c78731c4e4c57421eb58f3da0e0f2e5d254748)
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: jp_bald on July 22, 2008, 02:55:12 PM
very comfortable!!!
but all time no wear cowboys boots, sometimes!!!
for me is a real shoes for a man!!!


is my opinion!!!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on July 22, 2008, 03:01:38 PM
Cowboy boots do NOT look comfortable to me...plus I don't think I could pull it off.
It really depends upon the boots and getting the proper fit.

I can't stand pointy toes and heels, so boots with rounded toes and sensible heels work best for me. Ropers (lots about them earlier in this topic) seem to work best for most people.

There's also a big difference between boots intended to be worn for work, and those really ornate boots better suited to standing around and posing.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: jp_bald on July 22, 2008, 03:22:20 PM
yeahhhhhhhhhh IS TRU!!!


thanks bro!!!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on September 27, 2008, 10:21:42 PM
I just got a new pair of motorcycle boots. Had to show them off.

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fhomepage.mac.com%2Fbootedbear%2FIMG_4634.720.jpg&hash=3c772ac3d537792cff96a82a6839aca356e0102e)
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: IRONHORSE on September 27, 2008, 11:37:33 PM
Aye... I have Cowboy boots...about 4-5 pairs (as well as some motorcycle boots) - The cowboy boots are usually worn when I have occasion to dress up. Other than that they get pulled out of the closet, polished, and put back in the closet for another 4-6 months  O0

BTW...sweet boots, bootedbear!!  O0 O0
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Brkeatr on September 28, 2008, 04:41:17 AM
Nice boots bootedbear....I use to wear cowboy boots when I lived out west because everyone did....but you don't see many people wearing them here in the east, so I no longer wear them...
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Mike on September 28, 2008, 08:02:09 AM
I just got a pair of custom made boots, it is like nothing else. They are the most comfortable thing I have ever had on my feet, even more comfortable than my sheep skin slippers. They cost about $350 but it was worth it. I suggest everyone get them, I am wearing them right now but it feels like I am barefoot, they fit so great. I never thought I would spend that much, most of my boots are $200 and below but the wife suggested it.
 Nice boots Booted!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Brkeatr on September 28, 2008, 08:44:19 AM
Good deal Mike !!  Nice to have a wife that suggests the more expensive pair  !!   O0
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: SlyHigh on September 30, 2008, 01:45:03 PM
Have a few pair myself.  I wear my Justin steel-toes to work every day.  My favorite pair are my Ariats with a modern square toe and cool distressed leather.  The most comfortable boots I've ever worn.

There are lots of styles of boots that anyone can wear without looking too western.  My Ariats are like that.

Some days you'll catch me in boots and a western shirt, but the next I'm in trendy clothes with flip flops.  Just whatever I feel like that day.  I know some guys try to fit into stereotypes, but I'm my own man and don't care.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: jp_bald on September 30, 2008, 04:37:32 PM
I use my cowboy boots, I like that I would not necessarily seem to anybody, I like my boots cowboy, and my head shaved my goatee, that's for me to be myself.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: jp_bald on September 30, 2008, 04:41:38 PM
my pic
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: JohnMont on September 30, 2008, 05:35:11 PM

nice pair of boots JP

Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: jp_bald on September 30, 2008, 08:23:24 PM
Thanks John!!!
do you  like the cowboy boots?
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: JohnMont on September 30, 2008, 08:34:31 PM

Yup; I do;  I have a pair of black ones; non-pointy toes (the "Ropers" that were talked about earlier in this thread) . 

Maybe I'll post a pic.

john
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: jp_bald on September 30, 2008, 08:43:18 PM
Great bro!!!
I really love the cowboy boots are really cool
hey and I hope to see the photo of his boots
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on September 30, 2008, 08:53:02 PM
Nice boots Booted!

Thanks!

I just got a pair of custom made boots, it is like nothing else.

Mike speaks true! Both the black pair in my avatar picture and the redwood pair I recently posted are custom-made. I have wide feet and super-beefy calves that make buying taller off-the-shelf boots impossible.

They're pricey, but they're worth every penny and will last a lifetime.

Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheTrucker on October 08, 2008, 08:56:01 PM
Just picked up a pair of lizard skin pointy toe boots the other day. Damn comfy and look great!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: IRONHORSE on October 19, 2008, 04:04:26 PM
Was thinking about this thread tonight and today. as it was my "Pull out all the leather footwear and polish/mink oil/brush - whatever it takes to get them looking new again" day! I came to a realization - I have a LOT of leather footwear. :*))
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on October 19, 2008, 04:20:00 PM
My partner got me a new pair for my birthday.

They're actually a bit shinier than they look in this photo, so they'll be great for dressing up.

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fa60.g.akamai.net%2Ff%2F60%2F7267%2F1d%2Fsheplers.download.akamai.com%2F7267%2Fi%2Fp%2F030%2F030139%2F030139_89_p1_440x440.jpg&hash=a2cad00967f82fac235982572589759ee1857780)

They're just like I like them: sensible round toe and flat heel.

Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Brkeatr on October 19, 2008, 04:29:15 PM
Nice looking boots BB....I only wish they were in style around here in the north east, I miss wearing my boots when I lived out west but you rarely see anyone wearing them here.... :-\
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on October 19, 2008, 06:10:15 PM
To be honest, you don't see a whole lot of guys wearing them around Austin either. Doesn't matter. Make your own style!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: JohnMont on October 19, 2008, 07:45:12 PM
Those are one hot pair of boots, BootedBear !
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on October 19, 2008, 07:48:40 PM
Thanks John! That's what I like to wear when I "dress up".
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: JohnMont on October 19, 2008, 07:52:43 PM
Thanks John! That's what I like to wear when I "dress up".

have you checked out the "Tux" thread, BootedBear?
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: TheSlyBear on October 19, 2008, 07:57:26 PM
Yes (that's why i brought it up!)
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: tomgallagher on October 19, 2008, 09:28:18 PM
Not a lot of boot wearers in Austin, Texaa. That's just not right. Good looking boots Bear.
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: Brkeatr on October 19, 2008, 09:32:05 PM
Not a lot of boot wearers in Austin, Texaa. That's just not right. Good looking boots Bear.

Yeah, I agree....if they don't wear boots in Texas, where do they wear them??    :o
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: PigPen on October 19, 2008, 10:01:48 PM
Not a lot of boot wearers in Austin, Texaa. That's just not right. Good looking boots Bear.

Yeah, I agree....if they don't wear boots in Texas, where do they wear them??    :o

We wear 'em quite a bit just to the west in New Mexico. I love my Justin Pit Stop lacers, wife tells me it's time for a new pair and I have to disagree.....they're just getting broken in!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: JohnMont on October 22, 2008, 05:05:45 PM

here's me (my feet anyway) and my Ropers

John
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: jp_bald on October 22, 2008, 10:41:18 PM
really nice boots John!!!
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: hammerdrill376 on October 23, 2008, 03:33:55 AM
One pair of Tony Lama boots. Only wear them about once a year though. Not alot of call for cowboy boots in this area.   
Title: Re: Cowboy Boots?
Post by: tomgallagher on October 23, 2008, 07:56:18 AM
I think Justin bought them didn't they.? A really nice boot.