It’s common for work boots to produce a black crust during use, and this crust is largely made of dried sweat and salt. These accumulations trap moisture and encourage the growth of bacterial colonies. Over time, these bacteria can make your feet smell pretty disgusting, not to mention what it could do to the rest … Read more
You have your toes pointed forward in the shoe, so there is no traction. Keep your feet pointing out to the sides and you’ll see how much more stable you are. Ankle boots with a lower heel work best for this, but any tall boot will do if you have it on tight enough. Flat … Read more
It’s usually because leather is more durable than synthetic options, which are more lightweight. Leather is the original boot material of choice for over 6,000 years. Along with its advantages in durability and easy break-in, it also creates a perfect riding surface to protect your feet from sticking too tightly to the boot. For people … Read more
It seems mostly preference. Thicker socks would insulate better in cold weather, but are more likely to be too big for your feet so the boots might not stay on. Thin socks are less likely to cause discomfort or reduce circulation with most shoes that have a tight fit, but there is still no guarantee … Read more
Cotton socks are not the best choice for working because they tend to be made of natural fibers. Cotton, polyester and blended fabrics will alter color over time due to washing with strong cleansers or color remover; highly diluted bleach; chlorine; fleck water treatments; or any combination of these. These methods can cause exhaustion or … Read more
Cowboy boots are a style of shoe that can be difficult to wear because they need time and care for the leather to soften up and feel comfortable. There are many ways to break in cowboy boots so you can enjoy them from day one, or at least before you know it!For example: You could … Read more
If you’re looking to buy boots that will fit more snugly over time, there are a few things you can try on new or used boots such as: add some old insoles or foam padding on the inside of the boot for added thickness, add insoles with extra arch support, thicker socks. However these may … Read more
If you work in an environment where your boots are constantly getting dirty, or if they’re just old and need a good scrubbing, then this blog is for you! Here’s how to clean the inside of your work boots.-Use a bucket with warm water and dish soap mixed together to create a soapy solution. Fill … Read more
Normatec boots are a therapeutic compression device that is used to treat problems relating to edema, lymphedema, and circulation. The pressurized air chamber in the shoe pumps at a specific rhythm for people who have circulatory problems or swelling from being inactive for an extended period of time. The pressure treatment moves fluid from low-lying … Read more
Work boots are designed to protect the wearer’s feet and ankles from chemicals. If you’ve ever experienced a cut on your toes – especially if it got infected and led to complications like an amputation – you know how important foot protection is! Hence, the taller design of work boots. The height of a boot … Read more
