Boots Better Than Blundstone?
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- Опубліковано 4 лип 2024
- Are Blundstones actually good boots? Everyone has them, but are they actually worth your money and the premium pricetag? The other Australian favorites are Redback Boots and Rossi Boots, but are they my favorite boots?
Store I bought mine from wineryboots.com/
Make sure to contact them for any help or questions. They were pretty quick to respond to all my sizing questions.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:57 Blundstones
05:30 Redback Boots
10:15 Rossi Boots
12:40 Sizing
14:17 Which is the Best?
16:13 Final Thoughts
Which of the boots are you favorite?
Rossi are my favourite, but like you the Redbacks are more of a work boot, the lug is where they loose me,but great leather.
@@simoncross1677 Yeah I wish they just did an all black sole or something so that way it would blend in a bit more.
Blundstone LAST! So glad more people are calling them out for not being Australian made. Their overseas marketing is so aggressive and would have you believe they're still made in Australia. Wore through my only ever pair in about 3 months. straight through the sole! Elastic sides gone in about 6 months.
Redback is the best. Try it then you'll never look for comfortable boots. This boots are better than my dress shoes.
@@alexantran that would be awesome to wear them with a suit. They really are supremely comfortable boots aren't they?
Well done mate, so cool to see someone finally give Rossi's a mention in the State's ,their my favourite and you have the Endura model too their stronger soles than the other ones, you can get lots of varieties in Rossi's and their softer PU soles are like runners, but I liked the durability of the Endura,the ones you have here, no hydrolysis problems and I had a pair 25 years ago and they lasted for 5 years,working as brick labourer and wore them everywhere else, the others are good boots too,I've owned them all, but Rossi's look cool and feel great,Thanks for your real! Review.
It does feel like you could kick through a door with them. I wish America carried more of the boots you guys make. They are best bang for buck I've ever seen.
Excellent review. Greetings from Caledonia. I have Redbacks and Blundstones. Now I am ready to get my first pair of Rossis. Regards, Jim
Nice I hope they work out really well for you!
Great review. Thanks!
Thanks for the incredibly cool tripple threat review!
No problem at all. It was all questions I wanted to know about them cause they are so hard to get in the States.
Great video...! I own a pair of brown puma Redback and I'm very happy with them...but recently I purchased a pair of black endura 301 Rossis and also a great pair of boots. I had a pair of blundstones and the overall quality between the blundstone and the two aforementioned is abysmal in my opinion.
Both excellent boots and best part is both are made in Australia.
Stay well...
The red backs are damn near indestructible aren’t they? Like you can dip your feet in water and nothing happens, or I’ve used mine to kick so much stuff when working on my bike.
Any great memories with them?
thanks so much, especially about the width diff as I have a bit of a bunion problem
it may help you as well to try to stretch out the toebox a bit before you put them on for too long. I did recently get a pair of the "all terrain" blundstones and a pair of Danner's gtx chelsea boots, that I hope to review soon to help anyone else looking at chelsea boots.
I work in the Automotive Field and my Redback Boots still in use since 2017. Only have to change the in soles.
Damn, that is incredibly impressive. Which version do you have?
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht regular black one's. Non steel toe I just ordered the Steel Toe.
Any thoughts about Rossi sizing? Their website seems to list sizes and cm lengths that don’t match. Hoping to order them from everything Australia if anyone’s looking for another option that ships to the US
Yeah, I got them in a 9.5 AUS = 10.5 US same size I had gotten for blundstones. My euro size would be 44.5 if that helps. I wear 10.5D US in Redwing, Chippewa, and most boots. Since it's my sizing in the foot sizing device at shoe stores.
Just ordered myself pair of Tan. Wish Gaucho was available in the US.
great title
I’ve have the RedBack as my work boot. The best Workboots ever! Comfortable, durable and stylish!
They are awesome boots. I’ve stepped on a hot coal and slightly melted my sole on them. Had zero issues with them still.
Nice vid mate, but i am almost more interested in that denim kimono... maybe a review?
Haha I definitely will. I love that thing I got it during Covid as a treat to myself because I always wanted one. And it is worth every single penny. I’ll make one and tag you and shout you out in it.
Mongrel boots are also made in Australia. Redback boots have been working fine for me too.
Which do you like better?
Mongrel is Aussie only the dont ship to the US like the others.
im confused why you have so many similar chelsea boots lol did you get them for this video?
My bloudstone’s are slightly too narrow. I’m thinking about getting the Rossi Endura boots. 1) Do you think the Rossi boots are a bit wider than the Bloundstones? 2) I can’t seem to find the link to order them. Can you share that with me? I love the tan color.
I think the Rossi may have a slightly tighter toebox than the blundstones do. Though that could be fixed by a thinner insole or the leather stretching over time. When I get back to to my place I'll check the differences for you.
the website I ordered mine from was wineryboots.com/
Rossi 909 if u have a big thick foot. Blund are made in Vietnam out of a less quality. Crape sole. Sucks. Dog leather is shit.
Blundstone half sizes aren’t actually longer, they are just wider. So a 10 and 1/2 is just a wider 10. Not any longer.
@@austinp.715 thank you for pointing that out
Very informative video, earned a sub!
Torn between the Rossi's & the Redbacks, would love a boot that can take a good beating hiking... But being pulled in by the style of the Rossi's, look real clean.
Could you tell us which pair is it that you own exactly?
Yes the Rossi's I have are the ENDURA Work Boot, Tan (304). It's honestly a tough call on which is the better boot, if you can find a place to try on a pair, then maybe your feet will make the decision for you.
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht Thanks a lot mate, would love to try them on, but in the UK they're almost impossible to find even online!
There are some online "Aussie retailers" selling Redbacks though, so it seems the choice may still be made for me 😂
@@UnimportantAcc Haha of course that would be the case. I'll see if I can find some sites that would carry them in the UK. Yeah I honestly don't know why they aren't more globally available, because they both are really really good boots.
Otherwise, if you can't get your feet in either of them, what boots are you considering for your next pair?
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht No worries man, thinking I'll go for the Blundstone 550's now actually hahaha
Saw your other comment about taking them to Japan, planning to go myself once the guided-tourism-only restrictions are lifted 🤞
@@UnimportantAcc Yeah hopefully they start opening up for real soon, yeah my 550s have continued to surprise me. I won't deny that blundstone is a bit overpriced, but they do hold up really well.
Blundstone 550: Worn daily for 4 years. Uppers, stitching and leather lining perfect. Ankles loose and elastic unraveling. Soles worn flat and non-replaceable. Verdict: Bought another identical pair
Nice, how many miles do you think you've put in on them? Any favorite stories with them?
I actually ended up bringing my 550s to Japan with me. I'll have to make another video to explain why I did that instead of the boots I recommended in this one. It's a pretty big reason.
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht Can't give an accurate mileage figure, but I would say "average". I spent 7 monthis in Mexico with no car, walking everywhere, and my almost-dead Blunnies really came through. Secret is custom footbeds and JB Field wool socks. I've slopped on all kinds of winter goop including petroleum-based preservatives (which the manufacturer recommends against) and nothing adversely affected the leather. I often wonder if it's really leather and not some kind of Unobtanium. The other amazing feature is how they attach the upper to the sole so it will never ever come apart. That's the weak point of so much footwear. They are really a work of art and I would happily pay twice as much.
@@jamesstuart3346 you must have had some incredible food and the legs of a horse haha. I agree it really is the best way to take in a place is just on your own two feet. What custom footbeds have you used?
Yeah the leather really does seem indestructible. I've put some waterproofing wax on my and the water just beads of. I've got taken down by a car while riding my motorcycle and not even a scratch on them. Yeah the way the soles are fused onto them I can't imagine them coming apart anytime soon.
Do you have a new pair now?
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht By "custom" I mean "other than the footbeds that come with the boots". I started off with Superfeet and then moved to Dr Scholl's Sports Arch Supports. The footbeds make a huge difference in boot performance as the boots themselves are basically just a shell, so it pays to try out a few. Also quality socks. I use JB Field Hiker GX, a thick Australian Merino wool sock. Not only do they cushion your soles but their bulk adds ankle support. As for leather treatment, all I use on my new 550s is Blundstone's Renovating Cream. I work the cream in with my fingers which infuses skin oil for a like-new finish. One trick I found is to occasionally spritz the entire boot with a 10 to 2 mix of water and white vinegar. My old pair ended up pretty stinky in their last days but the vinegar solution keeps the newbies fresh as they came out of the box.
Nice vid, the problem with Redback is that the sole is awful, if they have a stylish sole design like blundstone, definetly they will be me go to.
Agreed. I can only think of them like a sneaker boot or something more for the outdoors. If they stripped down a lot of the aggressiveness of the profile on the sole. They really would be the perfect boot. That outsole is really squishy.
You'd love the Rossi's then mate, best of both worlds.
Sole is only awful if you don't need the boot for any outdoor activities. Which u don't sound like you do.
As someone who used to spend 80+ hours a week on my feet between 2 manual Labor jobs the soft support was an absolute life saver for my feet.
Your bitchin on a work boot looking too much like a work boot , maybe sand legs are more your thing
I have $300 Redwing Chelseas and Redbacks. I wear Redbacks 90% of the time. Not as stylish, but man are they comfortable.
I know exactly what you mean. Redwings look oh so good, but redbacks are kinda unbeatable in the comfort and if you get any scuffs, you just wipe them and it's like they never happened. They really are incredible boots for the money. I do agree, if that sole just looked a little different I'd say they are the perfect boot.
The sizing is a bit confusing. I usually wear Blundstones size 10 UK which are a bit too roomy in length and width, but still acceptable. I also tried once Blundstones size 9.5 UK which are fine in length, narrow but acceptable in width and too tight in foot instep. The problem is that Blundstone size 10 UK is recommended for 280mm foot length (more or less my foot) while Redback recommendation is size 9.5 UK for 280mm foot length. I wonder which Redback size should I choose.
That does sound a bit hard to choose. What sort of socks do you typically wear when using those boots? I do know sometimes a tight instep is okay, but the most important things are to make sure the ball of your foot aligns where it should within the shoe. If you have plenty of room to wiggle your toes as well. I guess the best example I can give you is that I usually allow for about an inch / thumb's width from the tip of my big toe while I'm standing to the edge of the shoe. This way I know my foot fits the shoe properly and when my foot swells from walking / being on my feet / taking a flight / the heat / eating too much salt / any other reason that the boot / shoe will accommodate the difference. It also allows me to wear a thicker sock if needed though that may be a bit snug. I do know specifically that both my Blundstone is 9.5 AUS and the Redback (black slip on) is 9 AUS. The Redback did stretch out over time to be just fine. The Brown Redback I think has a tighter toebox though than the Black Slip on Redback.
All that being said a 10 will be longer in the foot than the 9.5 would be. So It'll depend on how your foot feels in the 10 Blundstone vs the 9.5 Blundstone. One thing you could do if possible. Go try on a pair of 9.5 Blundstones again or even take the insole out of it and just stand on the insoles of your 10 and the 9.5 to see how much of a difference that is in the length and space for your toes. Also make sure the try the 9.5 when you've been on your feet for a while so you can account for swelling. If the boot is painfully tight or even makes your foot feel like it's going numb or anything, I'd say the 10 would be the size to get.
Honestly while you're at it, try a brand new pair of 10s and see that versus the 9.5, maybe you stretched the 10s out a bit when you got them.
Let me know if any of that helped you. The last thing I want is for you to get the wrong-sized boot. I've done that a few times and it's a waste of money and not too great for your feet or body.
Many thanks for your detailed advice. I am able to wear Blundstones UK 9.5 only with thin socks, even after long break-in period. They are too snug in instep, because these boots are seamed in that part and the leather cannot strech. UK 10 is a bit to loose. The sweet spot would be somewhere in between. I will try Redbacks UK 9.5 as they are probably comparable with Blundstones UK 10. I prefer boots slightly too loose rather than too tight. I can always adjust with thicker insoles or socks.
@@marcinsobierajski5774 Agreed. Blundstones makes a thick xtra comfort insole that snugs the boot up quite a lot. Have you been able to get your feet measured on a brannock device? That may help you as well. Let me know if you have any questions. I don't want you to get a wrong size. I had a pair that was slightly too small and it felt like it was breaking my toe every single step I took.
Thanks, I will try this device and let you know
Blundstone used to be the go too when they were still made in Tasmania Australia. They used better leather, a harder rubber sole, they were a slightly slimer profile and lasted for years. Then they went all corporate and global and moved production offshore and it's been a steady decline since then!
I’m currently testing out the newer ones with the vibran sole. And I have been extremely surprised with them. Currently walking and hiking through europe for a month in then. The grip is really surprising. It feels like glue. I’m not even kidding. I stepped on a rocky area today and it felt like I Velcro’d my foot to it. The leather is wearing in pretty well so on, but I will say I’d prefer thicker leather and it being fully leather lined from heel to toe, instead of using that felted material for the toe area. I’ll share what I learn and experience with them along the way. I know I need to get back to making more videos to give you all information.
@@morecoolshtlessbullshtupdate on the vibram’s ?
Where did you buy the Rossi boots?
I got them from a site in the US called wineryboots.com/ and they have incredible service and will answer all you questions pretty well.
Those sound like great alternatives. The thing that keeps me with the original brand is their warranty. They’re warranty is unmached and is worth the price of admission.
Yeah they replaced my blundstones when the sole cracked on both shoes. Honestly beyond impressed by that.
Surprised not to see thursday boots here. Ever since I started looking into boots reviews, thursday boots seem to be everywhere
They pay for advertising hand over fist because they need to , Redback sell themselves
I do actually have a pair of Thursdays I got pretty cheap I could sorta compare to the blundstones, I have a weird amount of Chelsea boots I’ve tried though out the years
One thing i like about Blundstone is they have leather lining on the inside, I wish my Mongrel K9 boots have that
I did enjoy your video and collection of Australian boots and this is the first time I have heard about Rossi Boots and now I need to get myself a pair of the Endura boots in Redwood but how? Rossi doesn’t ship worldwide and I have not come across any store or seller that had a pair of those boots in size 10! Could you help me, pretty please?
The site I ordered from was wineryboots.com if you email them about sizing and any questions they are super helpful and will guide you through the buying process. Yeah I really wish they were in physical stores so you could have a good feel for them before you buy them.
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht thank you for your help! I checked that website and didn’t know if it was legitimate.
What’s your name, by the way?
@@walterbriskijr.5283 I’m Ethan, you?
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht I am Walter! Nice to meet you. By the way, what’s the color of your Rossi boots?
Would you say the Rossi Can take a more beating or the red backs?
That's a tough call. I may say the redback would, because I will literally kick things to move them and they haven't shown a sign of wearing down, the chunky sole of them is really comfortable, it absorbs a ton of shock, so if you're doing something on your feet all day and don't mind how industrial they look, then they are a hell of a pair of boots.
What would you be using them for?
Redbacks for me every time. But its a comfort, footshape, toe box, bounce judgement.
They are pretty great boots aren’t they?
There are two other Aussie boot brands that are really worth a look - Thomas Cook and Baxter
Nice I’ll have to try them out
You didn’t post the link where you bought the Rossi’s
in the states you can get them here:
wineryboots.com/
Wawee the best aussi boots feedback video on UA-cam….
I have the both Rossi Endura boots and Blundstone 584 winter series
It’s true,, the Rossi boots is really made in Australia (made in Adelaide) better quality than Blundstone BUT,,
Blundstone is 100 more comfortable than Rossi .,,, i have the both and I know what I am talking about ;)
Nice! How long have you had them? There really is something about the Blundstone comfort especially when you put the extra comfort insole in them. Have you done that to yours?
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht I did’t do special things ,, my blundstone (thermal winter series) was very very comfy like slipper , but I want to specify that there is a difference between a regular blundstone and blundstone thermal winter which is very relax , warm and comfy
@@mehdi6797 yeah I bet your toes are always toasty in them
Main Australian pull on boots:
RM Williams - dressier range with Goodyear soles.
Blundstone, Rossi, Redback, Baxter, Mongrel, Oliver, Steel Blue.
Which are your favorites?
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht I haven't tried them all, but I wear suits for work and RMS are dressy and I currently wear blundstones for yard work.
I really like my Blundstone 585’s and hear great things about Redbacks, but I just don’t like the look of them. The clear part of the sole answer the air cushion parts makes them look more like safety boots than casual boots for me.
I agree. If they did a dark lug sole they’d be pretty great
Redback very durable over year old use for work still look new the best
Have you done any treatments to them?
Is the 9.5 in Redbacks also the 9.5 for Rossi?
yeah for me it's the same for both
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht Rossi's are not made in Australia. Not all of them anyways. Redbacks are 100% Australian
Love my Redbacks, not so much my Blundstones. Redbacks are far more comfortable. I’ve never worn their sole out. What I find is the leather generally cracks, mainly because they get no love. My next pair will be Redbacks.
Use them for work?
For the record Rossi's were made in Adelaide Australia many years ago, not now I know very disappointing, and 30 or so people lost their jobs at the time, but that's that.
Back up and running in Adelaide again. They moved production offshore while they found a new manufacturer. I do believe however that their soles are made overseas and then assembled in Australia. But true, not all production is back in Australia currently.
They make the mulga and ripples still in Adelaide
blundstone vs rossi the water resistance???
They are both pretty water-resistant. I've done a lot more walking around with my bluestones so I can more accurately say they are very resistant. But you can add a waxy paste to them to make them pretty waterproof. I've done that to mine recently and the water just rolls off.
Are you wearing a Kiriko Kendo gi jacket?
Definitely am, good eye! Do you have one?
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht I wish I was! Slightly out of my budget range atm, but love most of their catalog every season. Native Oregonian who grew up in the Portland area all my life, and my wife and I love Kiriko. She paid for me to get a custom tie and pocket square for our wedding, that I absolutely love. Over the years, I have gifted her a sweater/shawl/kimono thing, and an infinity scarf. I know the owner, and he's an awesome dude! One of the best shops in PDX in our humble opinion. 🤙
@@RipCity808 damn that sounds awesome! You must be the most stylish guy in town!
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht With my dad pants from Costco? Absolutely 😆
@@RipCity808 as long as you also have the "kirkland signature hoodie"
Rossi is no longer made in Australia, Indonesia and some chelseas are made in India.
Which is more of a work boot? I’m a mechanic
I would say the redback is the best for a mechanic. The squishy outsole and built-in arch support will be something you'll love. Especially since you'll be on your feet all day on hard surfaces. The leather can handle just about anything you throw at it and look fine after. The Easy Escape from redback would be the pair I'd recommend the most, I've used them a lot when working on my motorcycle. Quite a few chain stores carry the boot if you want to try them in person. Otherwise, you can buy them directly from the redback site here: www.redbackboots.com/product/1
8:28 NO WAY that's how you actually hiked. There's so much gap between your foot and the boot, I doubt you don't step every 15 minutes to take out small pebbles, sticks and thorns that find their way in.
Weirdly enough, never had anything get inside of them. I’m sure if I took them mountain biking or something I’d have nothing but rocks in them and tiny woodland creatures
“A few months” , “ over half a year”, what’s the difference? You’ve only had them for less than 12 months. I have 3 pairs of blunnies, at least 6 years old each. I wear them for work, they are smart enough for the office, tough enough on site , and look fine in the pub.
Blunt Stoned
Homie said Anvil Rose. Bhahaha! Great review bro. 👏
The redbacks are wonderful and comfortable.
However….there is No lining and as the temperature gets to zero Celsius beware…..
Even with sheepskin inserts and double thick socks…..your feet will get Cold
Love redbacks for work, only buy the blundstones because they give a stupid discount for my job.
The redbacks have such good grip. What do you do for work?
You should try rockrooster Australian line $112
Nice, I'll have to check them out. Where are you able to pick them up at? And what do you like about them?
Rockrooster boots website, just good boots for the money
@@devongreen7308 gonna check them out thank you!
thumbs up
Thank you, I appreciate it.
I got the blundstone 550 for $150 I think for this price its worth it.
I agree at that price point, they are incredible value
Mongrel are australian made. They have the K9 boot that's like a blundstone. I think Everything Australian is the only US supplier.
Nice. Maybe the Chelsea boot battle will fight another round
@@morecoolshtlessbullsht that would be cool. I've got their steel toe work boot. Pretty good. It's like a redback. Made to be inexpensive so the leather isnt cut from the nicest parts. They fo have a premium line and the K9 boot is part of that.
Wont wear Blundstones. I much prefer my redbacks and RM Williams.
Redbacks are so tough and so comfortable to do anything in.
Bro, sounds like Tom cruise
Are you wearing a gi?
I am, it’s a specific version of one called a kendogi, if you can ever find one they are really comfy and just cool to look at.
I have all of these three boots. The Rossi boots are the stiffest of them all and the narrowest. Redbacks look more like work boots but they are very comfortable out of the box. I believe Blundstones are more versatile and just as comfortable as Redbacks . None of them is built like a tank.
Yeah that simple looking sole on the Blundstone does make them fit in about anywhere. They have that sorta "Levi's" effect where anyone and everyone could wear them and no one will think less of you, but will probably have a story to tell you. It's happened to me a few times. It's rare to have a pair of boots get that sort of treatment.
I beg to differ, but my Redbacks are built like a tank, and certainly more comfortable right out of the box and going forward than either of the three pair of Blundstones I used to have. My Redbacks are more durable, both soles and uppers, than the Blundstones I used to wear. I am going to get a second pair of Redbacks, and on the strength of the review here a pair of Rossis for a more dressy look. I will add that the Redback soles are much better on snow and ice than the Blundstones. Also, right out of the box the Redbacks were incredibly comfortable, and needed very little, if any, breaking in.
Bro sounds just like Tom cruise lol
I would suggest using extreme caution before purchasing Blundstone boots. I purchased the 1469’s last week (01/04/24) and when they arrived this week. The left boot was larger than the right boot. I sent in a help request (because there is no phone number on their website, that I can find) with a video proving the left boot was larger than the right (too big for me) and have heard nothing. I have been a long time Blundstone customer, own several pair of Blundstones and admit they are comfortable (if you have a correct fit) but if it has come to this style of poor customer service I will not be purchasing or recommending any more Blundstone boots. It is a disgrace that one has to pay so much for a pair of boots and cannot speak or communicate with anyone from Blundstone when their product is a fail. Buyer be aware!!
Why didn't you send them back?
Has anyone told you you sound like Tom Cruise?>
Now if only I could get paid like Tom Cruise
The redbacks soles are absolutely horrendous. Otherwise they are a very nice boot
I completely agree. If they simplified the sole, they punch way above their weight
Would never ever wear those boots riding a grown motorbike, you know the ankle safety is key, with Chelseas you just dont have that support.
Yeah with a larger bike I agree. I usually wear at least and 8 inch booth and wrap my ankle with the laces for anything over 750 cc
you sound like tom cruise
now if only I could run like Tom Cruise haha
motorcycle boot with no ankle protection!? no thanks
I would have watched the whole video if it hadn't been for the annoying background music (if you can call that awful tapping music).
Next time please no "music". Thanks !
Hands down Oregon beats Cali hands down no matter where you travel in the state people cannot drive seriously
Haha I may ride around the state to avoid it. What crazy things do they do there?
Okay review but it freaks me out that you never blink. Freaking robot.
Staring contest world champ
Editing trick by defalt.
You should try to memorize your script a little more by heart. Feels disconnecting when you’re not looking at us as you’re reading, and I think your personality would shine better if you didn’t.
Drivers are terrible in Nigeria men!
How bad are they?
Nothing aggressive about them , women wear them. You talk such crap!