I make my own boots, because there were no good zero drop options back then. I've made seven pairs so far, I think. The only machine I've had is a spindle sander. I saddle stitch the entire boot by hand, takes a long time. I started off making moccasins but since I got lasts I've used the Norvegese construction method. I've probably spent thousands making boots, and I still don't have a pair I'm happy with. Me and and my brother both wear boots I made, they're super tough, but the last wasn't right. I recently ordered a pair of custom lasts from a company that 3D prints them, and I'm planning to make chukka boots or maybe a pair of cowboy type boots. I only make zero drop boots. I would say I'm passionate about making boots, and I've thought about maybe opening a one-man boot shop once I master my craft, but the way I make them now, I'd have to charge over a grand for a pair, because it's a lot of time and labor hand-stitching everything. If you ever own your own shoe company, maybe I could work for you haha
Thank you for your confidence in me finding success as a shoe designer. 😃 This does help encourage me toward that pursuit. I do wish to pursue that. Once I start that company, I will definitely announce it on my channel. 😎
Interesting! I'm on the same quest: finding the ideal barefoot shoe. Here's my laundry list - shoe must be/have: 1 barefootish (the trinity: zero drop, roomy toebox, flexible sole) 2 all terrain sole, with non slipper tread 3 usable in all seasons + allweather , without sweating or freezing 4 cleanable easily 5 longliving 6 resolable 7 repurchasable (that's a biggie) 8 zero pressure points 9 stylish After having spent zillions on dollars on various brands and models, I can say with certainty: Such shoes do currently not exist.-)
Their website states that the shoes are 3E width, which would count as “extra wide”. So probably less ideal for a narrow/normal footed person who wants a snugger fit.
Maybe you just never bought wide shoes before to allow your feet to widen, also are you really going to complain about a 3/8 gap from a shelf bought shoe.. And I'd love to see you create the perfect shoes yourself, enough procrastinating, get your family in on it if you want to create in life, don't let that passion die and the landfill plastic throwaway companies rise, we need more of you
Mine bunched up too but as I wore them and broke in the leather I stopped noticing it. Even as I switch to different shoes/boots and back to them they remained comfortable.
Thanks for sharing, I'm planning on picking up a pair of these once I save some extra money. Did the issue of fit ever work itself out? I'm weary of boots that only fit snug with pressure points. My Vivobarefoot trackers fit comfortably, but they've since discontinued them. These look like they'd be perfect for what I'm after.
I returned them because my feet are just too narrow for the Bruin design. If you have wide feet, I am sure that they would break in well enough. Thanks for the comment.
Not long after I did this video, I bought some new Lems. I don’t have much money. I’ve got 4 kids, and I have a rather low income, so I don’t have much to spend on myself.
Great video, love your attention to detail and passion talking about it. But just a small remark: Don't let yourself get distracted from the thing the video is about, you spent a good portion randomly talking about other things and personal projects that even though are interesting, are not what we clicked on this for. You could have easily turned this into 3 videos: Bruin boots, your personal artisanal shoes, and shoe mods you made.
You’re right. If I can get my own shoe business going, I could devote more time to making shoe videos. 😎 Or if I can get my channel monetized, that would help as well. Thanks for the comment.
@@sirdoitall7662i have a pair and theyve been good so far, although i by mistake (thinking US size was UK size) ordered larger than i shouldve but remedied it a bit by requesting a different size before they shipped
I can say the tightness on your toes does not get any better. I'm a 14 and with socks, ot was brutal. I needed a 15. Bearfoot's customer service was incredible, but they have some rough spots to work on.
Looks like your feet are simply just not meant for the Bruins. I have a pair 12.5 and my EE feet feel like Bearfoot made them specifically for me. My heels are locked in and the pressure on the top of my toes has subsided after breaking in. I have zero bunching, gathering or pressure from any excess material…again, this boot is not meant for narrow/regular width feet.
Vivo Gobi Boots & Jim Green African Ranger Barefoot Boots are also great barefoot boot options
Jim Green boots, and they do custom if needed
You could make a good voice over for American Psycho if they ever do a sequel.
The bruin look good at least.
I know that movie by title only, but I never watched it. So I don’t have a frame of reference.
I make my own boots, because there were no good zero drop options back then. I've made seven pairs so far, I think. The only machine I've had is a spindle sander. I saddle stitch the entire boot by hand, takes a long time. I started off making moccasins but since I got lasts I've used the Norvegese construction method. I've probably spent thousands making boots, and I still don't have a pair I'm happy with. Me and and my brother both wear boots I made, they're super tough, but the last wasn't right. I recently ordered a pair of custom lasts from a company that 3D prints them, and I'm planning to make chukka boots or maybe a pair of cowboy type boots. I only make zero drop boots. I would say I'm passionate about making boots, and I've thought about maybe opening a one-man boot shop once I master my craft, but the way I make them now, I'd have to charge over a grand for a pair, because it's a lot of time and labor hand-stitching everything. If you ever own your own shoe company, maybe I could work for you haha
Man start that company it seems like you would make some excellent shoes! Very well executed review
I appreciate you. Thank you for saying so. 🙂
I second that
Thank you for your confidence in me finding success as a shoe designer. 😃 This does help encourage me toward that pursuit. I do wish to pursue that. Once I start that company, I will definitely announce it on my channel. 😎
How do they feel after three months?
Have you tried African Rangers Barefoot Jim Green?
Interesting! I'm on the same quest: finding the ideal barefoot shoe. Here's my laundry list - shoe must be/have:
1 barefootish (the trinity: zero drop, roomy toebox, flexible sole)
2 all terrain sole, with non slipper tread
3 usable in all seasons + allweather , without sweating or freezing
4 cleanable easily
5 longliving
6 resolable
7 repurchasable (that's a biggie)
8 zero pressure points
9 stylish
After having spent zillions on dollars on various brands and models, I can say with certainty: Such shoes do currently not exist.-)
Are they more comfertable with thick socks?
Their website states that the shoes are 3E width, which would count as “extra wide”. So probably less ideal for a narrow/normal footed person who wants a snugger fit.
Maybe you just never bought wide shoes before to allow your feet to widen, also are you really going to complain about a 3/8 gap from a shelf bought shoe..
And I'd love to see you create the perfect shoes yourself, enough procrastinating, get your family in on it if you want to create in life, don't let that passion die and the landfill plastic throwaway companies rise, we need more of you
It’s on the horizon. 👍🏼
I have a few other priorities to fulfill first, but I’m heading that direction. 😎
Mine bunched up too but as I wore them and broke in the leather I stopped noticing it. Even as I switch to different shoes/boots and back to them they remained comfortable.
Nice! That’s great! I did like the Bruin. I just wish they had different width sizes that would fit my narrower feet. I’m glad they worked for you. 👍🏼
Thanks for sharing, I'm planning on picking up a pair of these once I save some extra money. Did the issue of fit ever work itself out? I'm weary of boots that only fit snug with pressure points. My Vivobarefoot trackers fit comfortably, but they've since discontinued them. These look like they'd be perfect for what I'm after.
I returned them because my feet are just too narrow for the Bruin design. If you have wide feet, I am sure that they would break in well enough. Thanks for the comment.
Why did you not purchase new lems boots?
Not long after I did this video, I bought some new Lems. I don’t have much money. I’ve got 4 kids, and I have a rather low income, so I don’t have much to spend on myself.
im going to pass on a purchase of the Bruins, Nice review very professional
Glad I could help.🙂
How do you size these boots? And how much are they?
I do believe they have a sizing chart somewhere on their website. They’re currently $249.
bearfoot.store/collections/boots
What are your favoride shoes?
I wear Lems.
Great video, love your attention to detail and passion talking about it. But just a small remark: Don't let yourself get distracted from the thing the video is about, you spent a good portion randomly talking about other things and personal projects that even though are interesting, are not what we clicked on this for. You could have easily turned this into 3 videos: Bruin boots, your personal artisanal shoes, and shoe mods you made.
Thanks for the comment, and suggestion. 😎
This was very helpful, thanks!
You are very welcome. Thank you for visiting my channel. 🙂
You shold meke more shoe videos
You’re right. If I can get my own shoe business going, I could devote more time to making shoe videos. 😎 Or if I can get my channel monetized, that would help as well. Thanks for the comment.
What shoes do you wear?
I wear Lems. I have mostly worn the Boulder Boot.
@sirdoitall7662 How would you compare these bearfoot bruins to the lems Boulder boot and which do you prefer?
What kind of boots are the ones you redid the heal on?
Otz boots
What brand is the boot with the waterproof liner that you removed?
Otz Shoes OTZ1-Troop
Have you seen the new Jim Greene barefoot African Rangers?
Watching
I have not. I will check them out. Thanks 🙂
@@sirdoitall7662i have a pair and theyve been good so far, although i by mistake (thinking US size was UK size) ordered larger than i shouldve but remedied it a bit by requesting a different size before they shipped
I can say the tightness on your toes does not get any better. I'm a 14 and with socks, ot was brutal. I needed a 15.
Bearfoot's customer service was incredible, but they have some rough spots to work on.
Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting. 👍🏼
Thank you.
You're welcome 🙂
Looks like your feet are simply just not meant for the Bruins. I have a pair 12.5 and my EE feet feel like Bearfoot made them specifically for me. My heels are locked in and the pressure on the top of my toes has subsided after breaking in. I have zero bunching, gathering or pressure from any excess material…again, this boot is not meant for narrow/regular width feet.
I'm glad for you that they worked out so well. 🙂
Tell us more about your obsession with shoe design brother 😆
I was a bit detailed, wasn't I. 😆 Thanks for visiting my channel. 🙂