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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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“The Last of Us” Jacket Review: Huckberry’s Waxed Trucker Is Actually Great Value

With over a thousand reviews and a starring role in HBO's The Last of Us, this is one of, if not the most popular, American-made waxed jackets on the

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Chuck 70 vs All Star – Which Is the Best Converse Hi Top?

“The best ever, with tougher canvas and an extra layer of comfort.” That's how Converse describes their new-but-old Chuck 70, which is both an upgrade to and

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The Pros and Cons of Bison Leather Boots

Expert Verified By: George Vlagos, Founder, Oak Steet Bootmakers & Michael Batson, Vice President, North Star Leather Company Cows, bison, and buffalo

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Why the Best Chore Jacket is Taylor Stitch’s Ojai

My favorite lightweight jacket is Taylor Stitch’s Ojai. Here are a few terms I’ve seen used to describe it: “updated version of a French workwear jacket”

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Why Hamilton Makes the Best Field Watch on Earth

The category of ‘military inspired’ watches is about as broad and muddy as the trenches and battlefields in which the original issued watches were used. From

Red Wing vs Timberland – Which Is the Better Boot?

These are two seriously iconic boots that are famous for completely different reasons.  They both fall into the category of the All-American Work Boot

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Tanner Goods’ Koru Is My Favorite Backpack for Long Trips

I literally just returned from two weeks at the beach (in exotic Delaware) and I brought one bag with me: Tanner Goods' Koru Rucksack. Every time I've fled New

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Grant Stone Chelsea Boot Review: Alden Quality for Under $400?

If anyone ever tells you that something's bad quality because it's made in China, you should direct them to Grant Stone. This truly unique company was

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Converse vs Nothing New, the Most Eco-Friendly Sneaker on Earth

Today, I’m comparing perhaps the most iconic sneaker of all time to what is definitely the most eco-friendly sneaker of all time and if you think that sounds

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From Office Job to Boot Maker – Interview With Parkhurst’s Andrew Svisco

Handsome boots, made in the USA, for under four hundred bucks. That's the deal that Parkhurst's founder Andrew Svisco has on offer, and while some of the boots

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Jeans Review: Tanuki Brings Streetwear to Selvedge

Launched in 2016 in Okayama, where most of Japan’s legendary denim is crafted, Tanuki has catapulted to popularity on the denim scene, achieving serious

A Luxury Sneaker That Won’t Crease? Meet the Idrese Nuno

OK, it’s not an uncreasable shoe. But after a few weeks of wearing the Nuno from Idrese, I finally realized what was so different about this particular premium

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Taylor Stitch’s Ranch Boot Is the Most Underrated Chelsea

I actually quite like Taylor Stitch. I’m not sure if that’s a controversial opinion or not but while I haven’t written about them before, I can’t think of any

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A Week In Carmina, the Ultimate Dress Chelsea Boot (Review)

Carmina is one of those boot companies with a cult-like following, but not among the average Goodyear welt, Red Wingy, casual-beater-boot crowd. Carmina is,

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Jack Ryan’s Backpack: Why I Love the Filson Journeyman (Review)

If you’ve watched any of my videos, then you already know that I am a very basic white dude. As such, I watched the Amazon Prime series Jack Ryan and pretty

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Reviewing Thursday’s Chelsea Boots (Duke vs Cavalier)

This is everything you could possibly want to know about the Chelsea boots from Thursday boots: the Cavalier and the Duke. Why would a company have two

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Review: Oliver Cabell’s SB1 Is a Solid, Inexpensive City Boot

Oliver Cabell launched in 2018 with the goal of making shoes that are more honest than the bigger brands. Their schtick is that most brands don’t tell you how

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American Boots + European Boots = Rider’s Dundalk (Review & Discount)

Rider Boot Company! Not a company that makes horse riding boots, a company that makes svelte and snappy boots that's run by Ron Rider and his family. It’s a

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2-Month Koio Sneaker Review – Why Italian Made Matters

Business Insider says they’re "all over Instagram," Forbes says millennials are "obsessed with them," so why are you supposed to be so crazy about Koio's

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Red Wing vs Thorogood: Which Moc Toe Is Best for You?

If you've searched for the best moc toe boot, you've probably come across these two iconic, American made boots: Red Wing and Thorogood. The two are locked in

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Helm’s Holt Boot Is the Chelsea From the Future (Review & Discount)

I always thought a Chelsea was a Chelsea was a Chelsea until I came across the Holt, the aesthetic of which I can only describe as a Chelsea from the

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Oliver Cabell vs Common Projects: Who Makes the Best White Sneaker?

There is a new minimalist white sneaker in town. Well. new-ish. Oliver Cabell launched in 2018 with the goal of making shoes that are more “honest” than the

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Review: Rhodes Dean Boots Combine Work and Dress Boot

The Rhodes line of boots is a product of Huckberry, an online men's store that the founders envisioned as "equal parts store, magazine, and inspiration." It’s

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Wool Boot Review: Is YRX the New (Cheaper) Taft?

2022 update: This brand has shut down. Don't buy stuff from them! YRX. A weird name for a millennial-owned company that makes some delightfully weird

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