Stridewise
It's a Boot Time
Nick English, the founder and editor of Stridewise, combines a rich background in journalism with well-recognized expertise in welted footwear and casual menswear.
His professional journey began in humanitarianism, reporting for NGOs in India and Kenya, before transitioning full-time into journalism. He spent some time at a news desk in Shanghai before moving to New York City to cover fitness and nutrition for publications like Men's Health, Popular Science, Prevention, VICE, and Runner's World.
Years of combining academic research and on-the-ground reporting laid the groundwork for his eventual role as the head of Stridewise, where he uses his training to create the most accurate and helpful online reviews and content.
During his time at Stridewise he has journeyed to boot workshops, sneaker factories, and leather tanneries in the USA, Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, Spain, England, India, and Indonesia.
Recently, I headed to Filson's downtown Manhattan showroom — invite only, I'm afraid — to check out some special items they put for their 125th anniversary.
On a recent trip to Europe, I was fortunate enough to swing by the Spanish island of Mallorca to visit Carmina Shoemaker, makers of what many consider to be the
I was recently in London and after spending some time at denimhead meet ups, there was one place I kept hearing whispers of: Blackhorse Atelier. The biggest
As I continue my noble quest to review every Red Wing heritage boot, I have finally arrived at the perhaps the most iconic American boot: the 8-inch tall 877
Editor's note: In 2023, Benzein's name was changed to Briselblack. We edited the text, but the video still says "Benzein." Could the world's best Chelsea
If you're a stylish dude who loves the great outdoors — or just likes looking as though he loves the great outdoors — waxed canvas jackets are a great
"How are Thursday boots made?" It's a question we hear a lot, so I decided to fly down to León, Mexico, to find out. This is the same trip where I spent
Note: In 2025, Adelante sadly closed its business. We're proud of this content, but afraid you can no longer purchase from them! I recently made a
Historically, most selvedge denim brands come in billowy straight fits and maybe a skinny fit, but neither of those fits are ideal for guys who squat heavy or
Expert Verified By: Mike Larson, Product Design & Development, Red Wing Heritage Red Wing is a formidable institution in the world of rugged American
So you're willing to spend a hundred dollars on a t-shirt. You don't want to keep wearing clothes that come in a packet of three for ten bucks — you deserve
While a lot of the world's bootmakers are amazing craftspeople, they aren't always great marketers or tech aficionados, so their amazing products languish in
Naked and Famous is a legendary denim brand that's well-known for pushing the boundaries when creating new fabrics. Ever since they were founded in 2008,
Expert Verified By: Nolan Walsh, CEO & Creative Director, Thursday Boot Company A quintessential symbol of the rugged cool of the working class, waxed
Expert Verified By: Mike Larson, Product Design & Development, Red Wing Heritage Last summer I had the greatest day of my life: I visited Red Wing,
When I visited a guy with 75 pairs of boots, he said the Brass Boot is his all-time favorite boot. When I published my latest list of the best men's boots
Expert Verified By: Mohsin Sajid | Denim Expert & Professor Denim traces its origins back to France and the development of a kind of twill called 'serge
Expert Verified By: Trenton Potter, Cobbler & Footwear Expert If you've ever owned a pair of suede boots, you'll probably agree it picks up stains and
Waxed cotton has been the go-to fabric for waterproof — well, water-resistant — clothing for centuries. But is waxed cotton still a good choice in the modern
This is likely the most pointless and self indulgent article I’ve ever written. After all, why would I talk about products no one can buy? Well, the idea
What's the story with Doc Martens and their sizing? They don't have half sizes or wide sizes. So, for a large percentage of the population, they won't fit
On the face of it, cotton doesn't have a lot going for it in the waterproof stakes. If you've ever been out in a heavy rainstorm wearing only a denim jacket,
Thursday Boot Company stands out in the industry for a lot of reasons: phenomenal value, shock absorbing insoles, the super versatile dress boot/work boot
For what I would consider America’s most beloved heritage boot company, Red Wing has had a surprisingly spotty history with Chelseas. Maybe that’s because
Casual Durable™.
Yup, we even trademarked it. Just because you’re dressed down, doesn’t mean you have to dress bad.
This site started to help guys find the best boots for their dollar and has since expanded to cover the highest quality casual menswear, from leather jackets to selvedge jeans to canvas bags — the kind of simple, fashionproof classics that help you get dressed without overthinking your “style.” Read more
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