Buckaroo Bubba Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Howdy All, Looking for recommendations for comfortable boots for CAS. Over the last 14 years, I have wore Ariats. Two pair over 14 years in this sport, can't complain about that. My latest pair have finally just wore out. My feet have been killing me, especially at 3-day matches. I shoot Gunfighter so I don't need anything flashy. Comfort and durability are the priority. Thought maybe someone would have some good choices for me. Thanks in advance, Bubba Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt. Saywut Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I don’t know how comfortable their Western boots are, but Twisted X’s mocs and pull-ons are fantastic for comfort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slow Mo Dern Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Howdy Bubba! Guess what! I have worn a whole lot of cowboy boots and I have found the most comfortable boot! I can wear these boots all day and my feet don't get tired! They are Ariats! I think they call it a Rambler boot, Style #10018611. They are suede with a square toe and a low Roper heel. They come with a Hi-Tech cushioned insole that is super comfortable. These boots are made to be super-light weight and that's probably why they're so comfortable. They feel like sneakers. I have other Ariats but the suede ones are the best for comfort! I hope this has helped! Mo PS: Bubba! Buy new Ariat cushioned insoles for your old boots! Get'em cheap from Amazon! If you have been wearing the same insoles all these years-this might be part of your problem! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longcolt 14205L Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I suppose not totally correct but I wore a pair of Justin ropers for years. Never had a more comfortable boot to shoot in. Wore at EOT for several day shoot and they were fine. The only problem I ever had was they wore out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ventura Slim, SASS #35690 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Using Ariat ropers now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossy Pops Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Great thread Bubba. Does anyone also have a recommendation for a comfortable version of a preacher boot or similar old western style? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrison Joe, SASS #60708 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 White's Packers are the only thing I can wear and not turn ankles and not have the balls of my feet on fire when shooting on a rocky range. Even tried Ariat Packers. The White's are head and shoulders above those even. Good luck, GJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 These are the most comfortable boots I have ever owned. http://www.bootbarn.com/ariat-mens-heritage-lacer-western-boots/030013.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhrvkj-ro1gIVlIZpCh2XlgxDEAQYASABEgK1cvD_BwE&ef_id=V6oKEwAAAfBg22OM%3A20171011145722%3As&source=CSE_GoogleShopping_Apparel_and_Accessories-Shoes_030013 Got mine at Boot Barn. OLG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chantry Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I've been wearing a pair of Justin Work boots with the Gore Tex liner for at least 10 years now, both for cowboy shooting and they are almost always my first choice for day to day wear. Most comfortable shoe I own and I can't remember the last time my feet hurt when wearing them. https://www.justinoriginalworkboots.com/footwear/men/product-features/waterproof/604 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
July Smith Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I wear Ariats. You can pay more, but I have yet to find anything better in terms of comfort and longevity than Ariats. For riding and SASS. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000B8MX06/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 For work. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002Q8I0ZG/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold Canyon Kid #43974 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Remember there is no requirement to wear boots except in 2 categories, BW and CC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totes Magoats Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 For StovePipe/preacher style, I like/wear those Boulet brand boots. Cheapest I found them was at WWM when they are on sale. They are comfy and all leather. Some of the other brands I have seen look like pleather and are not comfortable at all. Totes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Miles #13621 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 6 hours ago, Mossy Pops said: Great thread Bubba. Does anyone also have a recommendation for a comfortable version of a preacher boot or similar old western style? I noticed we wear the same boots, I can't remember where I got 'em but they're comfortable!!!! Do you remember what they're called? Frontier boots?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossy Pops Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 3 minutes ago, Rye Miles #13621 said: I noticed we wear the same boots, I can't remember where I got 'em but they're comfortable!!!! Do you remember what they're called? Frontier boots?? Mine are the Oak Tree Preacher Boots. The heels wore unevenly and I had them and the soles replaced. Better now but not that comfortable. I can try putting Dr Scholl's custom fit inserts in. I did that with some walking shoes and that worked pretty well. I need to try them in the boots. I'm cursed with really flat feet and most boots have about zero arch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossy Pops Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 17 minutes ago, Totes Magoats said: For StovePipe/preacher style, I like/wear those Boulet brand boots. Cheapest I found them was at WWM when they are on sale. They are comfy and all leather. Some of the other brands I have seen look like pleather and are not comfortable at all. Totes Do they have any arch support that you noticed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totes Magoats Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 1 minute ago, Mossy Pops said: Do they have any arch support that you noticed? I use an insert (Ariat brand) in mine. But I just pulled it out and there is a small arch support built into the boot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crisco Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I have to second Garrison Joe's recommendations for White's boots. Best support out there and custom made to actually fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geronimo Jim SASS # 21775 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Horseshoes most comfortable for me. Have nerve damage in my feet and these work. Someone on this wire turned me on to them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marauder SASS #13056 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 The inserts are very important for me - and I need arch support. I've used Ariat boots the most, but have other boots that work well if I put some good insets in them to replace the poor quality in most boots. So now I get some really good insets, then take them with me when I shop for boots. Gives me a lot more options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Hills Barb Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Ariats are my first choice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Bill Burt Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I like my Ariats, but it doesn't really matter what boots I wear, after a match my feet are going to hurt, its just a question of how much. My arches are so high that when I leave a footprint there's almost no noticeable connection between the ball of my foot and the heel. I would love to hear of boots that work for feet like that. (I already wear inserts) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Miles #13621 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 5 hours ago, Mossy Pops said: Mine are the Oak Tree Preacher Boots. The heels wore unevenly and I had them and the soles replaced. Better now but not that comfortable. I can try putting Dr Scholl's custom fit inserts in. I did that with some walking shoes and that worked pretty well. I need to try them in the boots. I'm cursed with really flat feet and most boots have about zero arch. That's not what mine are, I thought your's looked similar to what I have but I guess not! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossy Pops Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 13 minutes ago, Rye Miles #13621 said: That's not what mine are, I thought your's looked similar to what I have but I guess not! I thought they were the same also. I put my high arch Dr Scholl inserts in just now and it makes the heel sit up too high and the insert sort of moves a little side to side too. Not a good solution. The trouble with period boots is they aren't available anywhere I'm at and buying online is kind of a pig in a poke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marauder SASS #13056 Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 There was a store in Lincoln Nebraska that sold the "Frontier boots" that so many liked. But I don't know of a source for those any more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fargo Bill, SASS #4942 Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 One cure I have found is to sit down once in a while. Standing for 6-8 hours will make a large 0/0 of any boot hurt even a custom made, or even barefooted, or even my Merecedes ostrich skins. Also check out Footjoy golf shoe innersoles, they are the best, and will help your putting, chipping, duelest, gunfighter, or traditional hold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I. M. Crossdraw, SASS# 8321 Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 Why not get the same ones? If 2 boots lasted you 14 years, that's very good. Been shooting CAS for 24 years and I've worn out 8 boots. If Ariats works out for you for those years, stick with it. IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Harmon Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 I think "Ariat Men's Workhog Pull-on H2O Work Boot" would be a good choice. I found it through these sites. Hope you find the right onehttps://www.authorityshoe.com/best-slip-on-work-boots/ and https://shoescast.com/best-slip-on-work-boots/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 I have tried Dan Post and Justin Ropers that were fairly comfortable. I have some Ariat Stockman's that are very comfortable. But none of these are comfortable when walking on gravel all day. I bought a pair of Laredo square toes boots that are not only comfortable but have a stiff sole. I will be trying those out soon...I haven't had the chance yet as I bought them just be before my accident. Gravel kills my feet after a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Miles #13621 Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 11 hours ago, Marauder SASS #13056 said: There was a store in Lincoln Nebraska that sold the "Frontier boots" that so many liked. But I don't know of a source for those any more. I think that's what I have and they're the most comfortable boots I've ever owned! I have a pair of Boulets also but they're not half as comfortable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cowboy Junky Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 It's strange......I wear Timberland work boots all day every day and my feet don't hurt at all. But I can't find a western boot that comfortable. Even the lower heel Ariat Roper's I have still hurt me feet after a long day at the range. ?????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossy Pops Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 13 minutes ago, Rye Miles #13621 said: I think that's what I have and they're the most comfortable boots I've ever owned! I have a pair of Boulets also but they're not half as comfortable! I found a boot called Fort Frontier Shooter Boots but it doesn't seem to be actively stocked or even manufactured anymore. I had this conversation with Fort Western's catalog manager: Me08:58 You used to stock a boot called Fort Frontier Shooter Boots. are those boots available anymore? Kathy joined chat Kathy08:59 They are not as they are no longer being made unfortunately. Me08:59 Is there an alternative similar to those? Kathy09:01 The only this I would have remotely close would be a buckaroo boot and it wouldn't be as tall and wouldn't have the mule ear pulls Me09:01 Ok, thanks. Kathy09:02 We keep trying to find a boot maker to make them for us but no one is interested without making thousands of pairs at a time unfortunately Me09:03 Too bad there aren't more CAS shooters. Any recommendations for a custom boot maker. Kathy09:05 nothing that I have heard of lately, we could sell them if we could just get a boot make to make them for us. We used to see at least 10 pair a day Me09:07 Thanks for your thoughts on this. I'll keep your sight bookmarked and loop back here if the custom route peters out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chili Pepper Jack Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 I have Earthwalkers and love them! They are not cheep and it takes some time to get them but man are they great. After a shoot I don't even need to take them off, will never have another set of boots for shooting. http://earthwalkers.biz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jefro, SASS#69420 Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 45 minutes ago, Cowboy Junky said: It's strange......I wear Timberland work boots all day every day and my feet don't hurt at all. But I can't find a western boot that comfortable. Even the lower heel Ariat Roper's I have still hurt me feet after a long day at the range. ?????? Howdy Cowboy Junky, you don't shoot CC or BW.....so the Timberline is what I'd wear 14 hours ago, Captain Bill Burt said: My arches are so high that when I leave a footprint there's almost no noticeable connection between the ball of my foot and the heel. I would love to hear of boots that work for feet like that. (I already wear inserts) Howdy Captain, Have you ever tried Red Wing? I've had trouble feet forever, when I had to wear a boot and walk walls five stories up Red Wing was the only boot I could wear. I can't wear boots at all now so I wear Red Wing oxfords. To get the right fit you have to go to a RW store, they have a gizmo you stand on that will tell exactly what should fit...from AAA to DD. If they don't have your correct size in stock get them to order them. ..Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossy Pops Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 1 hour ago, Chili Pepper Jack said: I have Earthwalkers and love them! They are not cheep and it takes some time to get them but man are they great. After a shoot I don't even need to take them off, will never have another set of boots for shooting. http://earthwalkers.biz Those look pretty comfortable. How long does the order take and did the size you ordered match what you expected? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 On 10/10/2017 at 8:59 PM, Buckaroo Bubba said: Howdy All, Looking for recommendations for comfortable boots for CAS. Over the last 14 years, I have wore Ariats. Two pair over 14 years in this sport, can't complain about that. My latest pair have finally just wore out. My feet have been killing me, especially at 3-day matches. I shoot Gunfighter so I don't need anything flashy. Comfort and durability are the priority. Thought maybe someone would have some good choices for me. Thanks in advance, Bubba "Comfortable boots" are about as elusive as hen's teeth. What's comfortable for one, is pure agony for another. It's all about the "fit". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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