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 founded
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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
Hand Welted vs Goodyear Welted Boots | Yes, One Is Tougher
Expert Verified By: Sandeep Parihar | Co-Owner: BLKBRD Shoemaker You'll often see the words "Goodyear welt" next to the words "gold standard," and it's
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
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
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,
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 Chelsea
Here’s How to Get Salt Stains Out of Your Shoes & Boots
A mentor once told me, "If you take good care of your tools, they'll take good care of you." This wisdom applies beyond tools to clothing as well. For
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 boots. On
Mink Oil For Boots (Expert Guide) | Pros, Cons, & Alternatives
Expert Verified By: Weston Kay, Leatherworker at Rose Anvil & Mike Larson, Product Design & Development, Red Wing Heritage When it comes to leather
Sutro Charlton Review: Comfy Boots With Ugly Leather
Sutro Footwear has been in business for over 35 years and they're the San Francisco boot company. The company is named after a former mayor of the city and all
Red Wing Weekender Chelsea Review: Work Boots That Aren’t Work Boots
Red Wing Heritage is perhaps the most iconic brand in American boots and their products are often the first high quality boots a guy buys — they were for
Mark Albert Review: Made to Order, in America, Under $300?!
NOTE: MARK ALBERT CLOSED DOWN IN 2022. We're leaving this review as a record, but you can't order from them. Follow Mark's new career as a tattoo
Oliver Cabell’s GAT vs The Original German Army Trainer
Tinder bio: Male 27 | NY | Into Cold-War-Era Footwear hbu? Of all the things to get “into”, I didn’t think 40-year-old shoes from West Germany would do it for
Review: Is Allbirds Really The World’s Most Comfy Sneaker?
Are Allbirds really the world’s most comfortable sneaker? I wore them in for a few weeks to find out. Allbirds is an interesting company, and if you read
14 Best Men’s Boots Under $200 (Expert Reviewed for 2025)
The best boots are durable, and the most long-lasting boots are resoleable, and resoleable boots are more complex than sneakers, so they cost more to make. So
4 Fun Ways to Personalize Your Shoes and Boots
At Stridewise, we love boots and shoes that last — but we also appreciate footwear that stands out. Whether you’re headed to a wedding or just want to add a
