Nicks Urban Logger - One Year Review
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In this video we take a look at my Nicks Urban Logger Boots after one year of owning them. Make sure to subscribe and check back often for future great content around men’s boots and other guy related things.
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So happy to see this update. I now have 3 boots with the 55 last - 2 Nicks, and a pair of Franks Ryker boots just like yours. For me, it's a perfect feel. I absolutely love it. It's so versatile. I even wear them in my office a lot.
I agree, love that last!! Sounds like one heck of a collection you’ve got there. 🥾🥾
Thanks for sharing your Faith.
Yes sir, and thanks for the encouragement!
Yes more people should join the religion of Nicks.
Appreciate your insight on these as I just ordered a pair of these along with some Falcons. Also much respect for your message at the end. Great message of faith, Gratitude, and thanks.
Thanks so much brother!! 🥾🥾✝️
Amen brother! I've got that same leather coming in a captoe service boot. Seems much more in line with that style. I've always wanted the UL in 64 Brown
Wow! What a boot, excited for you. If you get a chance I’d love to see a pic when they come. Send pics to my Facebook or Instagram page. I originally wanted the UL in the wax flesh. 🥾🥾
Thanks for the update on these! Your original video was helpful for me in deciding to go with this leather. For sure a sturdy leather for how nice it looks. About a month of daily wear on my Nicks and still breaking in. They keep getting more comfortable.
So stoked that you got the leather! Love mine so much. What boot model did you get? 🥾🥾
@@GentlemansJourneythanks! I went with the free range. Vbar sole and block heel.
JK Boots, Franks Boots, and Nicks boots are all very good boots. You can’t go wrong with any of them.
Agreed, at that level you cannot go wrong. 🥾🥾
Good review all around--thanks!
Really appreciate that, good things coming!
Great, thorough and thoughtful review. Like you, I love Nicks Boots. Great quality, great people and a great company. I'm happy to be able to support them. I have the Urban Logger variant in 8" and in brown waxed flesh. I think you are onto something with the benefits of having the higher shaft on top of the lugged sole and 2" heel. One thing I have noticed about the Wickett & Craig leather is that is quite stiff. It makes a stiff boot even stiffer. I think this may be true for most vegetable tanned leathers. My Robert boots also on 55 last, but with moderate height heel and V-bar sole. I wouldn't say that it feels more or less stable underfoot than the 2" heel on lugged sole.
Thanks for watching my stuff, much appreciated! I’m happy that you have experience with the Robert, I certainly like that boot too. Sounds like your urban logger is set up right! 🥾🥾
I really like my urban loggers. I got the 8 inch smooth upper and ruff out lower in black. You will forget about the price but you will always remember the quality.
Well said man, I might steal that line "forget about the price and remember the quality."
Great review you make some very good observations! If their ever rebuilt just get a toe cap!
I really agree! I wish I did a toe cap, I really am a sucker for toe caps! What’s your go to boot?
I wanted to get a pair of Iron Rangers in a brown as a everyday wear boot but read that Nick's Americanas are the best then I see these; not a cap toe and the logger heel gives these a dressier feel (for a tank of a boot). Next will be another pair of Nick's (I have their Tacticals for work) but hmmm, Urban Logger or Americana.
Agree with your assessment on different lasts; the NWN works for me but haven't worn the 55 (heck might like that one better).
I certainly have my eye on the Americana! I'd also love to see how I like those Tacticals. Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.
These are sick. I just ordered some so I’ll be excited in about 7 months.
Good on you man, how exciting!!
Beautiful boots, I got my Nicks in about a week ago, black wax flesh I absolutely love them, am hesitant to take them outside because there so pretty
Oh man, they sound sweet!! I understand the hesitation 🥾🥾
@@GentlemansJourney their by far the most expensive boots I ever had, but as the saying goes you get what you pay for and I absolutely did !!
My first pair of Nicks were a pair of “ready to ship” BuilderProx in my Red Wing size. They fit perfectly. But, I understand your comments regarding difficulty walking on uneven ground, particularly walking down steep slopes.
A few months later I bought a pair “Officer” boots built on the HNW last. I found these to be a little snug in the toe. They have a #3 toe. They were not tight. I just like a little toe wiggle room.
A year later I found my favorite last, the 11067, when I bought a pair of “Prospectors”. These have the #4 “sprung toe”, which is probably similar to a Munson last.
When it comes to boot height, I prefer an 8-inch boot. I like the fit of my Red Wing 8-inch 877s over my 6-inch 875s.
My 4th pair of Nicks were MTO 8-inch boots on the 11067 last. I use the shorter heel option and a dogger heel. This is what is perfect for me.
Oh, yeah. Why do I need a variety of boots? I’m basically a construction worker.
I’m an electrical engineer. I can work outdoors on a railroad bridge one day and indoors inside a computer server room the next.
I work in a wide variety of environments, from back woods to a formal office. I must always carry spare clothing and footwear everywhere I go.
I like the 8 inch for a work boot. I am certainly interested in the digger heel, you’ll be seeing that on the channel. I know it’s hard for most guys to hear but you may need to get a few pair of expensive boots to get the right fit. Often guys give up on their boot before the break in period as well. Cheers 🥾🥾
Ordered last september the Nicks Urban Drifter blackout version as for police duty boots, so they should see some actions and abuses. My father in construction, was old fashion and always used 6'' boots. Over a lifetime, I can appreciate the comfort and versatility of a lower boots, with the right heels.
Sounds like a heck of a boot. They have some tactical boots too that I’d love to try out! 🥾🥾
You could even consider getting a resole on these boots to a Vibram 430 mini lug, and it would be much more sleek, but still be versatile. To your point about the heel profile, I took my Franks on a deer hunt this year hiking up rocky hillsides. I loved the arch support, and the boots are beautiful, but that heel did give me quite a bit of instability hiking up hillsides that I did not expect. I am considering going a different route for hiking/hunting trips.
Certainly a good option when it's time for a resole. Thanks for watching and I hope you got the deer!
@@GentlemansJourney Well I was in the Mojave Desert in California. Last year they issued 500 tags to that area, and there were about 30 deer harvested! haha We struck out! The drought conditions have been really hard on the wildlife. Either way was happy to get out in nature, hike around, be out of cell service for a few days, etc. You know... could have definitely been worse! :)
A slight wider heel helps tremendously with hiking/hunting. I ended up getting the JK OT for that reason
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I really appreciate you dropping this comment, it’s encouraging. Many are not aware but we have another channel @GoOnOVRLND and doing some great ministry on that channel.
Beautiful rugged boot. I'm very happy with my Nicks. Question; my leather laces that came with a pair are very thin and wearing out quick. Do you recommend a certain source to buy replacement laces?
Maybe try another replacement pair from nicks, it’s possible you got a bad set. Or try synthetic options. 🥾🥾
@@GentlemansJourney Ironlace for synthetic; the black turns slightly silver and they can cut you if you lace too quickly (as me how I know) but they don't "relax" when tied so you don't have to retie/tighten midshift.
I use 550 Para cord. They are cheap and I have had the same pair for 3 years
I'm curious how you would feel about Nick's re-heeling your boot to modern (lower) heel stack? You mentioned the Urban Drifter a few times; although that's changing the last to a HNW as well as the heel height. There doesn't seem to be any reviews with the same boot at different heel heights. I know I prefer the arch support with the 55 last, but I like to looks of a lower heel stack and block profile for a more casual/everyday boot.
Never gave that a thought! 🤔🤨🧐 thanks for watching.
I agree, certain a low heel is good for everyday use!
It sounds like its the sock liner (to cover the nails from the heel stack) on top of the leather insole that you're having an issue with. NIck's sock liner extends farther into the footbed than any other brand I own. That ledge/transition from liner to the insole seems to be a crap shoot on some boots. I'm only on my second day of wearing my Nicks x Parkhurst Falcons and one of my initial thoughts the first time I put them on was that I liked that their liner extended farther in. Among the five pairs of Parkhurst in my collection I can only feel it on one or two of them. Sometimes they're not glued down solidly either and I have to be careful pulling the boots off because it feels like I might start peeling up the edges. Anyway, I was going to recommend the inserts from Dale's Leatherworks as someone else suggested in the comments below. He offers them in three different thicknesses of leather including a thin version which shouldn't take up too much space. The wool inserts you mentioned look interesting too.
Thank you so much for the comment! You understand it exactly. So many companies are able to get one nice liner. I’ll definitely check out those leather liners in the future. Man, sounds like a very respectable collection of boots you’ve got there! Cheers 🥾🥾
I believe the plant with those small red berries might be something called silver buffaloberry. Also called bull berry. Not sure. Since you are in Texas that might be yaupon holly...
Hey, thanks so much! Cheers 🥾🥾
Best boots on the market together with White's
Agreed!! 🥾🥾
@@GentlemansJourney I hope Jim Green could make a better logger and perhaps a better last looking at Nicks and Whites
I have fairly flat feet -- would this boot be a bad choice?
It has a pretty descent arch built in. I’m not sure if they can accommodate but worth an email for sure. How have high arch boots been for you in the past? 🥾🥾
To remove the insole, heat it up with a heat gun a little. It will reactivate the contact cement and it will come free.
Might end up going that you’re, I’ll update!
I look at it like this, it was your choice to get that leather and why not have all the options you want for people that want that leather but you can always get different leather so that's on you. As far as the height yeah definitely should have gone with an 8 or 10 in I go with 8 in. I have three pairs all in 8 in height and my next pair I might go 10 just to try it out. Good review though🤙🏻
I really love this leather. I’m new to top tier stuff so being rough on it is new but it’s taking everything I’ve thrown at it. Thanks for watching and sounds like you have a great collection of boots!
@@GentlemansJourney right on man, I appreciate it. I actually have the 1964 Brown smooth for all three pair of boots I have from Nick's. I've actually been debating on getting the double stuffed Buck Brown because of your videos and Instagram photos of those boots that you have. I think they look awesome and I love the look of that leather🤙🏻 I almost forgot, I'm also interested in the Brown waxed flesh. So it's kind of been a back and forth between that and the double stuffed Buck Brown, kind of like how it was for you when you were picking your first pair of Nick's but I think both leathers just looks awesome. Maybe someday I'll have both but it'll be a while until then though.
Why don’t you check out Dales leatherworks? He has a super thin full leather sole that might do the trick for you. He also has thick leather soles as well but that’s what I did and helped out big time
Thanks for the recommendation!! 🥾🥾
How comfortable are they walking and standing on concrete all day?
Better than an average work boot company by far but still probably better to get something with the wedge outsole! 🥾🥾
Surprised you went down a full size. I am a 12D or slightly less and wear an 11.5D in all Nicks boots.
Yeah, sizing is always a bit tricky
Just get a Dr. Scholl’s inserts. Get it from any Walmart or CVS
I prefer these! Buffalo Wool Boot Insole Inserts
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The one huge downside of these heritage PNW work boots is the extreme weight. 6 pounds is almost twice the weight of a modern mountain boot and you feel the difference on hikes. It's like lugging around ankle weights after 3 miles. I love Nicks boots and have owned 4 pairs, but the 6 lb weight is a glaring issue that might be a deal breaker for most guys. I find myself cringing when I wear my Nicks to the trail, because I know I'll be dragging and tired by the end of the hike. Why bring the excess weight just for extra durability? The old saying is true, "One pound on your feet equals five pounds on your back." Well, that's 30 extra pounds if you wear your Nicks.
After slowly destroying my ankles over decades with inferior footwear, I have found that my Nicks are as light as my other boots when on my feet. And I have worn them all day long, where the others have a limit of about 8 hours(I think because my arches get tired of them). If you don't like the extra weight, stick to those modern boots and buy them every year or two. I'll keep my Nicks and they will outlast me.
Got some great points! I’d say the hiking community would certainly agree. I think that’s what a year in these did for me is teach that they are not everyday boots but work boots so the urban side no longer makes sense to me. And if they are work I might just go with a cheaper work leather? Then use this leather on some more casual boots. Any any rate, it’s a journey. Cheers.
As a not very religious christian I appreciate the bible phrase you put at near the end of the video.
Hey thanks man and we’ll definitely keep working that it.
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@@GentlemansJourney by the way since Nicks is having discounts on the urban logger I am planning to order one for myself. I will use it casually for city strolling and travelling. Some reviewers said it is not comfy for urban traversing or when you stand and walk on concrete a lot. What is your take on this? Does it hurt your feet when you walk a lot on concrete?
@@kato2395 yeah, I’d agree. Much more logger than urban.
I gave these a pass months ago because I didn't really need the high heels and they didn't have the taller shaft, etc.
Leather quality argument similar to some of the Heritage Workwear tangents of late. I think Nick's knew these would be more popular with guys who AREN'T logging and seem to be heading more in that direction with other stuff, too.
The dreaded P Word again in two days...
I'm sure they're just as hardy as the Iron Rangers or whatever, but still not quite the style I want or need and don't come in my fit or all that. This was more fresh in my head back in March or whenever.
I think the Red X and honey ones are less durable, but the honey ones are maybe softer for asphalt walking and I don't recall if those are an option on all the boots. Most people wouldn't need the X but might prefer the honey.
Perhaps a shoe [repair] guy could skive that ledge a bit?
Get the Nick's veg tan inserts
OOO, thanks for the idea. I'll be looking for those. Cheers and happy thanksgiving!
At the end of the day you did the right thing. Use them and abuse them. They are not dress boots regardless of what the peanut gallery says. 😀
Appreciate ya brother!
What would Jesus make of the smell?
Go away, troll.
Eh?
The drifter is on a different last , I have a fav pair of urban loggers and I have a pair travelers ,Falcon and 2 pairs of Builder pros (break-in is a killer for me on the pinky toe ) great review
Great information!!!👏 🥾🥾