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Nick English

Editor-in-Chief

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.

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How Thursday Boot Company Designs Boots

I've been hugely fortunate to visit factories around the world, from London's last jeans factory to Guatemalan shoe factories, and as much as I love meeting the

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The 6 Best Moc Toe Boots On The Market, Tested and Vetted (2025) | Value, Toughest, Work, and More

Over the years, I've made hundreds of boot reviews, and during that time, I've amassed a pretty sizable collection — and I always come back to moc toe boots as

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An Exclusive Look at Filson’s 2022 Outerwear

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.

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How Carmina Makes Their Luxury Chelsea Boots (Factory Visit!)

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

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Welcome to London’s Last Jeans Factory: Blackhorse Lane Atelier

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

RED WING 877 moc toe boot review

Red Wing 877 Boot Review – The Legendary 8-Inch Moc Toe

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

benzein chelsea boot

Is the Best Chelsea Boot Indonesian? Unboxing Briselblack’s “Seventh” Boot

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

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How to Clean a Waxed Canvas Jacket: Barbour, Flint & Tinder, and more

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

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VIDEO: How Thursday Boot Company Makes Their Boots

"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

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10 Things I Learned Making My Own Boots

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

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The Best High End Relaxed Taper Fit Jeans, From $ to $$$

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

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How I Got the Only Pair of Pink Red Wing Boots

Expert Verified By: Mike Larson, Product Design & Development, Red Wing Heritage Red Wing is a formidable institution in the world of rugged American

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Are Loopwheel T-Shirts Worth It?

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

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The 8 Most Criminally Underrated Boot Brands

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

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The 5 Weirdest Naked and Famous Jeans of All Time

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,

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The Surprising Benefits of Waxed Jackets | Waterproof, Thornproof, Fashionproof, and More

Expert Verified By: Nolan Walsh, CEO & Creative Director, Thursday Boot Company A quintessential symbol of the rugged cool of the working class, waxed

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Introducing Red Wing’s New Hybrid Boot: The Iron Ranger Traction Tred

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,

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Grant Stone Brass Boot Review: The Best Moc Toe You Can Buy

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

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Sanforized vs Unsanforized vs Raw: How to Pick Your Selvedge Jeans

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

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How to Wax Suede | A Step-By-Step Guide Boots, Shoes, or Jackets

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

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Is Waxed Cotton Breathable? Everything You Need to Know

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

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The 5 Best Jackets I Own That No One Can Buy Anymore

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

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Do Dr Martens Run Big? How to Size the Punk Rock Icon

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

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Is Waxed Cotton Waterproof?

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,

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