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Thursday Coda Boot Review | 90s Grunge Meets Military
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Portland Leather Boots Review | When $168 Is Too Cheap
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Can Taylor Stitch Justify a $1,075 Leather Jacket?
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The Benefits of Boot Kilties (False Tongues) and How to Use Them
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Unmarked Boots Review | Luxury Casual for Under $500
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JK Boots Review | A Blue Collar Worker’s Honest Opinion
Find Your Perfect Boot
I’m working my way through the top men’s boot brands.
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The 10 Best Boots For Men to Buy (Updated for Fall 2023)
I’m continually surprised by how many bad boots are on the market. Think about it: this footwear needs to go from concept to capital to production with hundreds of steps along the way. Companies need to be…
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Portland Leather Boots Review | When $168 Is Too Cheap
What do you get when you want a boot and you want to pay so little that you don’t care if it’s resoleable? You get Portland Leather Goods — or their sub brand Patina — and the…
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Unmarked Boots Review | Luxury Casual for Under $500
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JK Boots Review | A Blue Collar Worker’s Honest Opinion
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Jim Green African Ranger Review | Punch a Poacher for $179
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Thursday Cowboy Boots Review | The Desperado Rides In
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Thursday Explorer Boots Review | For Serious Adventuring
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Bordon Colombia Boot Review | $700 Boots That Cost $350
It’s a Boot Time
Hey, I’m Nick. When I moved to New York and needed rugged footwear for the first time in my life, I spent weeks researching my first pair of boots.
I scoured Reddit, forums, message boards, and seemingly-paid-for magazine articles, but what I wanted was an authority. A resource where I could read the most in-depth reviews and stories about the well worn, a place that explored not only the manufacturing and the welting but also the culture and ideas behind the boot.
I don’t just want to know what they’re made from, I want to know what made them. Many years and countless new pairs later, I still couldn’t find the kind of content I wanted to read.
That’s why I created Stridewise.
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How to Size Thursday Boots in 2023 (And What Changed)
I’ve owned a good dozen pairs of Thursday boots over the years, all at different stages of the company’s growth. Why does that last part matter? Because Thursday has been regularly updating their lasts, the foot shaped…
I’ve Reviewed The Most Popular Brands On The Market
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Red Wing Iron Ranger vs Moc Toe Boots | Sizing, Style, and Comfort Comparison
When a man is looking for a pair of casual boots that are as stylish as they are durable, they typically land on Red Wing Heritage, the Minnesota outfit that’s been making footwear in the United States…
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Thursday Boots vs Beckett Simonon | Who Makes the Best Value Boots?
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Premium vs Basic Timberland Boots (CUT IN HALF)
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Danner vs Thorogood Boots | Best Moc Toes Under $300?
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The 10 Best Leather Sneakers for Men | Minimalist, Low Profile, Dressy Sneaks
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Thursday Vanguard vs Captain | Is One Boot Better for Your Needs?
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Dr. Martens vs Thursday Boots | Which Is Better for Your Feet?
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The Benefits of Boot Kilties (False Tongues) and How to Use Them
A kiltie is a false tongue that protects the softest part of your boot, improves fit for certain feet (and certain boots), and helps to add a pop of style to your footwear. Boots can be customized…
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Can Taylor Stitch Justify a $1,075 Leather Jacket?
In the world of high end Swiss watchmaking, there is a classic slogan that states, “You never actually own a Patek Philippe. You merely look after it for the next generation.” It’s an extremely effective campaign for…
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Shockoe Atelier Jeans Review: America’s Most Underrated Denim
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A 3-Year Nudie Jeans Review | The Best Value Sustainable Denim?
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AllSaints Leather Jacket Review | Is the Cora Worth It?
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A Complete Guide to The Bear’s Groundbreaking Menswear | T-Shirts, Jeans, Suits, and More
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The Worst Leather Jacket on Earth: An Angel Jackets Review
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Thursday’s Women’s Leather Jacket Review | The Best Value?