Timberland or Dr martain.give ur opinion..

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Ive tried doc martains but they felt a little loose on me and timberland workboots had a more tailored fit for me. Which do you like and why? also in your opinion are the 145.oo timberland workboots worth it or are the 40.oo knock offs just as good. Thanks for the help guys. :)
 
Get REDBACK!!!

I just bought a pair a few weeks back and they're damn comfortable. And kind of cheap too...

Totally made in Australia and conforms to all the safety standards.

I've always thought Timberland's quality has dropped in the past few years. They're concentrating more on fashion stuff now.

Doc Martens...well i haven't worn a pair since i was a teenager. I remember 'em not being that great. It just looks funny.
 
sorry, but i am going to have to say neither. get a real pair of boots. function before fashion and all that stuff.

what, where, when, how are you going to wearing them?

k
 
I recently bought a pair of Redwings (made in the USA). I like them alot and I've heard a lot of good thing about them. Check out thier web site.
 
I've been wearing Doc Martens work boots for the last year. They do have a curious lack of ankle support but for some reason I have never rolled my ankles in them - this is something I am prone to and have done it in every other pair of boots I have owned. This correlates reseach I was reading recently which suggests that it is the sole - shape, felxibility and width that have a far greater impact on the likelyhood of ankle eversions, than the rigidity of the lateral support in the boot itself.

They are heavy. On one of my work trips to our kimberley region recently I stayed in the area to go hunting with a friend and they were the only boots I had. I paid the price in fatigue walking 20+ k's per day in them. But my feet felt fine, with no blisters or soreness.

For walking and standing on steel and concrete all day they are the best boots I have worn. There is a noticeable difference in leg fatigue if I have worn other boots for the day.

So in summary I reckon they are almost the best work boots out there - they are good quality as well as I've worn them for almost a year without the slightest wear and tear. Remember Doc Martens were developed as a work boot long before they became fashionable with the punk crowd so they are anything but fashion over function.

For long distance walking there are better boots out there, but for the sort of use you would put them through at work I haven't worn better.
 
Point44 said:
Get REDBACK!!!

I just bought a pair a few weeks back and they're damn comfortable. And kind of cheap too...

Totally made in Australia and conforms to all the safety standards.
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Totally agree with Point44!

Got myself a pair while in Melbourne in May this year. Been wearing them almost everyday and they are very very comfortable!

Bought the pair at their store in Melbourne and found their service to be great.
http://www.aussiedisposals.com.au/product_pages/clothingproducts.asp?cat_id=32&parent_ids=4
(I found that the quality of Blundstone has dropped over the years... Redback's much much better!)

Sean
 
Had Docs when I was a teenager, meh! Had Timberland a few times and the soles wear out too quick.

Look around, buy the best you can afford and cry only once. Check they have Vibram or other soles that can be replaced in the future.
 
I would stay away from Timberland. I got a pair back when I was doing landscaping, one of the steel toe pro line work boots. In less than a year they were pretty much totally worn out. Holes in the leather, leather around the steel toe peeling off, and soles worn almost flat.
 
Hi All-

Timberland used to make high-quality outdoor gear, but they are aimed primarily at the college, hip-hop, and fashion markets as mentioned earlier. My personal feeling is that their current boots are junk. Their story is similar to that of Abercrombie & Fitch who previously had a reputable name for serious gear. Both of their product lines are currently positioned to handle the extreme rigors of mall shopping and music concerts.

Doc Martens are well-padded and would serve well if you're walking on hard, uniform surfaces like a concrete storeroom or warehouse. They do take a nice polish if so desired. You can also go with an "unconventional" look while wearing them. They even offer very funky versions like blue or green suede or even burgundy "patent" leather.

For honest-to-goodness performance, consider manufacturers like Danner, Merrell, Asolo, Raichle, Browning, and similar brands you'll find in a hiking/camping/hunting store. It is guaranteed you'll pay MUCH more when compared to the mall-type boots, but your overall cash outlay and ongoing comfort will more than offset this original investment.

Good luck with your search! Let us know what you select.

~ Blue Jays ~
 
I'll second the red wing comments. I have only had experience with their shoes, not boots. But I have very wide feet and they can easily fit them. I am also very heavy and the shoes offer lots of support.
 
Redwing or Red Back. I've owned both, and the Redbacks are more comfortable, but the Redwings are easier to get in the 'States. They're both built h*ll for stout, and it's hard to go wrong.

James
 
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