@@Stridewise thanks for responding you have some cool videos, I enjoy watching them keep it up! Also thinking about getting a pair of the urban loggers either in the same leather as yours or chocolate roughout.
@@Stridewise also you showed parts of this video right ua-cam.com/video/cvqyvEbBYwU/v-deo.html which you said was the smooth version to your boots right? Isn’t the leather in the link 1964 brown smooth?
@@bluesbrosg4ev853 Honestly I feel a bit off balance with the heel so i don't know if they'd be my go to for slippery surfaces, but the toughness would def be appreciated
I agree with everything you said here. Nicks are intentionally built to be workhorses. They incorporate the thickest, highest quality leathers available into both the upper and the sole for longevity. Their intention isn't a casual or a luxury boot, but rather something that can stand the serious test of time! Definitely something I'd want to wear in the trenches hahaha
I think a huge part of what you're talking about is due to the lug sole. I have a pair of White's that are mostly city boots but do get a decent amount of wear offroad in the countryside through mud, gravel, fields, etc. that are on a commando sole, and when they're due for a rebuild I was thinking about throwing that V100 sole on them. But the more I think about it, the more I think I'd wind up in just the territory you're talking about - going from "this guy has a cool sort of heritage, rugged style" to "this is cosplay." Simply swapping out the V100 for something like a Vibram 430, 700/705, 269, or a Dr. Soles sole would maintain the heritage look but bring you back into the realm of the sensible, all other things about the boot remaining the same.
Yeah, I don't know why you went with the Urban Logger. That seems like the furthest style from your own. I have a pair of Roberts and love them. Built tough af, and while the heel is big, they're still super comfy and look great in medium brown W&C.
Some interesting points that I had never really considered before. It may be a dumb question but with such a high heel and sole unit, how stable did you find them? I ask as I love logger style boots but have issues with ankle roll.
These definitely need to be balanced out by a pair of straight fitting trousers. It looks a bit strange to me with tapered / slim fit jeans and that huge arch. A bit feminine to be honest.
My Nick's have been amazing, I work in an office but live isolated in the Rockies and quickly destroy every other boots just walking around. I've worn nothing else since I got them a year ago. NGL the breakin was pretty brutal, super pricy and they are freakishly heavy but now the most comfortable boots ive ever owned.
That’s a good point. I think just walking around is work, at least for me, as, like you, I destroy most of my footwear just walking around. Even if you’re not a lumberjack, just having a boot that doesn’t fall apart from being worn around a lot makes it worth buying something like this Nick’s boot.
Nick, great video and your honesty is really appreciated here. The Urban logger is foremost a work boot. I wondered how these would fare in the concrete jungle. Knowing that it’s not the best environment for long walks in Central Park. Good thing we have options!!
I think my Nicks are perfect. Definitely not a city boot, but for me and many others who live in the cold north of the America's they are great snow/rain boots with leather so thick you can stand in a river in the winter and feel no difference. Some of the most water tight and waxy boots if kept well and will last you forever and seemingly never wear out, especially with those thick screwed on Vibram soles. Great review!
@@AOTSismyhero I guess you have relatively mild winters or mostly use a car for moving) Because here in Ukraine we have like -10 .. -25 C in winter quite often, and it's quite cold even in winter boots with warm lining and warm socks (when walking for a long time).
I own the Nicks Falcon (8" in Predator Orange) and the Nicks BuilderPros (10" in 1964 brown) - I use them for motorcycle riding. Make no mistake about it, the Falcon is an overbuilt beastly boot as well. It weighs 30% more than more than my Iron Rangers and the leather is 50% thicker than the copper rough and tough. I do prefer the Falcons to the BuilderPros though - the block heal with the 430 mini lug makes the boot much more versatile in general.
I think you're overthinking things. The Robert is a casual boot with a casual sole. You own what is basically a Robert with slightly bigger lugs and better traction. In this case I think your personal knowledge is working against you and making you needlessly self-conscious. This isn't cosplay. Like your White's Bounty Hunters, you can wear them in the city and then choose to climb a mountain in them. You've simply chosen a boot that can do it all. And there's nothing wrong with a casual boot that won't faint at the sight of a puddle.
First... An Hour of walking per day for 2 months = 60 hours. Nicks need minimum 80 hours just to start feeling like it doesn't want to kill you. For a City Slicker, you really should have gotten some Roberts in with Horween Chrome Excel. It's a smooth 6-6.5oz leather that is more fashionable, and breaks in easier than 8oz rough out.
I went with the Urban Drifter. Same boot as the Urban Logger, without the logger high heel. Love the boots. Being from the midwest, I thought the high heel would be a bit conspicuous. I wear them for all activities, from outdoor work, to hiking, to dinner with the wife (after a proper cleaning).
I mean this video gets at the heart of how so much American male consumption is framed. A pretense of authentic, hard use justifies our purchases. Look how many American men are walking around carrying pocket knives with blades made from space ship steel that they use for opening packages or are driving F250s between suburban parking lots or whatever
Alas, Nicks is outside my budget, and I'm going to be moving to Norway soon, so the wait time is a deal breaker anyway. Fortunately I grabbed some Thursday loggers which should be here tomorrow.
In the long run, you save money not having to replace boots all the time. Plus, you won’t be breaking in boots all the time. These you break-in, resole and eventually rebuild if need be
I work in an air conditioned welding shop and wear either my hotshots for heavy welding or my builder pros for lighter welding both 10 inch prolly not needed but who’s gonna stop me
Nick, are you sure those are 64 Tan r/o? They look like 64 Brown r/o. I have several pairs of Nick's boots and you can't go wrong if you're looking for a monster of a boot. Thanks for the videos!
Love the genuine, heartfelt approach to this review. My boot usage is split between sitting behind a desk and manual labor and these are not the boot for me but they are great boots for the right situation.
I really appreciate your review. The Urban Loggers are basically a 6" version of their staple BuilderPro's. Overbuilt for almost all uses. The Robert, Falcon or Americana on the HNW last with a lower stack heel and V-bar sole, might better serve the after hour around town need.
I love the look of the boots. I have a lot of western boots, so I actually like the heel. I use the heel, so it has a utilitarian purpose for me as well. I think it’s nice to have a couple pairs of Nicks, one for riding and some chores, and another one for going out; you really can’t have enough boots. Moreover, I watch your channel and I have a purpose for these types of boots, I just I appreciate the style/fashion perspective.
I have the Urban Drifter. Same boot with a lower heel and lower arch. They are unequivocally fantastic. Being tall, I didn’t want a 2” logger heel. These will definitely last for generations. Hopefully my grandson will wear my size. Very happy with my purchase. Next up for me will be a pair of White’s service boots. Thanks for your honest appraisal.
They are definitely on my bucket list. I just need to get the size squared away as I don’t want to risk getting the wrong size after a long wait. I’m presently wearing a Thursday Captain in 8.5 D and they fit very well but wish they were available in an E width. Great video as always.
I’m sure they do a custom fit where you can send in a drawing of your feet and your measurements. I’m in the same boat and just bought a pair of Franks boots. Sent in a drawing and my measurements to let them decide what would be best.
@@MordecaiAliVanAllenOShea Yes, they do run narrow. Soon, I will go to a proper shoe store and get measured with a Brannock device. Nick’s can then calculate the right size from that to get the proper fit, I hope.
@@flfbsphatboyblue8970 just go a 1/2 size down from your brannock measurement and you should be good. Don’t sweat it too much, if they don’t fit right you can send them back for a different size.
I also have Thursday's Captain's in 8.5D. You will want Nick's in 8E if they're the HNW last and maybe 7.5E if they're on the 55 or 67 last🤙🏻 I have 3 pairs of Nick's all in 8E HNW lasts👍🏻 And they are perfect👌🏻 I originally got my first pair of Nick's in 8D but had to return them for 8E because they run a tad narrow.
They are beautiful, however, I agree with your assessment. If I had $600 laying around, I would definitely get the AL64 model with the 5 inch profile. Those are perfect for my modest needs and overall aesthetic. Great content as always!
Another advantage of higher heels are when you bend your knees down to pick up something heavy or squat in general, normally your heel comes off the ground and your balancing yourself on the ball of your foot, with higher heel boots like that your heel is going to stay grounded making for a more stable, balanced and comfortable motion.
I have a pair of these in the Predator Orange, w a honey vibram sole and I’ve never had a pair of boots I’ve loved more then my Urban Loggers. I used them for work, but also wear them casually. The fit, feel, and finish is above and beyond.
Not for me either. I need something with a totally flat sole which is why I'm so drawn to the moc toe red wings. But totally great for someone who needs a rugged pair of boots and has a hard foot to fit.
I am somewhat torn, I love the look and idea of the boot but realize that it is too much of a boot for what I do. I have more than a dozen boots already such as grant stone, parkhurst, bordon, helm, etc (you hooked me) and being a finish carpenter, I lean toward lighter workboots such as redwing 875, wilcox kern, truman Java wax flesh and even the Jim Green African Rangers. Those boots are perfect for what I do, moderately tough work conditions yet nice and light enough to wear casually which I do. The NIcks and other heavy type PNW overbuilt boots weigh like 3 pounds per boot and are kinda clunky. They would be too heavy duty for the work I do...but yet I look at them with envy. If I lived in the country and was cutting down trees, digging trenches or doing concrete work, then they would be perfect. But climbing stairs, laying out cabinets, installing moulding...these boots are overkill and would actually make my day harder. I think I want to buy them and cosplay with them.
I'm interested in the Robert's which are essentially Urban drifters, but without the huge lug soles. You still get the big heel, high arch, but it's more a light duty work boot that looks pretty good.
Same-I now have 2 pair. They're amazing-I've owned/own many of the top brands-Viberg-Whites-Alden-etc which are all good but Nicks is what I wear 90% of time or more.
Nice to see someone of your generation here on YT getting it. Nothing wrong with rebelling against fake cheap stuff and desiring genuine handmade quality. It is good taste. But don't lose your head over what looks good on YT. Want a pair of $800 loggers? Think they're cool? Have you ever had any logger? Do you know what a logger is? Ever been in the woods? Do you even respect these things? I ask for a sincere reason. Cause if not there's some arrogance and yes ignorance there. Ever seen professional loggers or tree surgeons work? Even in a YT vid? Probly the most dangerous work. OK you get the point. I try to buy or make quality tools. Sometimes I buy the best only to feel uncomfortable using it and wind up using prosumer instead. These things are part of figuring out who we are.
Know thyself... seems like you've got that down. :) These seem waaaay over-engineered for your actual use, to the point where you actually feel uncomfortable wearing them because you don't want to come across like a poser... or a cosplay logger character. ;) Best line in the video btw. Kudos on the content. The information in this video is priceless for me... and my fashion forward sensibilities. :)
Could always get a resole with a shorter heel, and maybe mini lug sole 🤷♂️. Enjoy the style and look of the uppers without feeling like a "poser" perhaps? Sure they wouldn't be urban loggers anymore, but they're your boots. Just a thought.
Nicks Boots are the Shiz, I think for most office / urban boot wear people should look at the Packer Boots The Sole is less aggressive and they look great with Denim and Chinos The Proper Lumbersexual look
Another justification id add to the urban side of this boot would be the arch support. Boots made with the veg tan leather insoles etc arent gonna have the same kind of arch support as a logger boot will. Yea you can find moderate arch support in other styles. But typically, the lower the heel, the lower the support. So if you have high arches, the extra weight and rigidity of this boot might be worth it for you
Hey how have these boots held up in the 1964 leather? Do they feel sloppy or loose at all now that you’ve broken them in more and it being such a softer leather? Or do they still fit fine fine reason why I ask is because I’m deciding between the 1964 leather and the max support leather. And I heard someone talk about the 64 leather feeling loose like a loose hand shake you know?
Very useful advice. I bought the Urban Drifter which has a regular heel and relatively low arch. I reckon for me they run a good half size bigger than Thursday or Truman. The Difter isn't a city boot but you can get away with it. Strangely, I expected them to be a lot heavier but they are built like a tank. Bottom line is I would not buy Nicks again as they are too hard core.
Nick I received my Urban Loggers shortly after you did. I do agree with your assessment that there are better options for casual boots worn in an urban environment. However, I have been wearing mine for 8-10 hrs a day for the last 6 weeks and they are just now starting to break in. You mentioned that you were only wearing 1hr a day for 8 weeks (with little to no break-in time). I suspect that the break-in has not actually started for you yet, and would be curious what your thoughts would be after a full (100+ hr) break-in.
I can't wear the heavy Nicks work boots even in the 6 inch versions. Not the heel so much but more the weight. Do wear other Nicks boots with the higher heel but they are not near as heavy. Just too damned heavy.....lol
Personally, I love Nick's, and found that their HNW last is a near-perfect match to my foot. You want heavy, though? I have a pair of the ND1s (the 1st colab with Rose Anvil) and I love them, but those things are like wearing tank armor on your feet.
I have these in the wickett and craig veg tan, and love them. I live on the country so they fit me perfect. That being said, I appreciate your honesty. Great video!
I appreciate your honesty. I am looking forward to my urban loggers any day now ! I think the profile is absolutely beautiful and bad ass. Love my 350 cruisers, how do they feel compared to to your cruisers? Why did you choose a work leather over a heritage? Thanks!
As someone who grew up performing manual labor, I have a love and nostalgia for boots like this, but since I don’t have to work like that anymore, I’d like something to remind me of my past but still be usable in my now urban life. I want a pair.
Really good video and I enjoyed the review 👍🏾 Years when worked in construction these would be great and money saver. Now days I prefer less of a beefy construction. I have been looking at the Robert, Americana and the Falcon for everyday wear 👀 Like the channel with the good content and review awesomeness 💯💯💯😉
Great review. I also found that Nicks are not for me. They are really well made and beautiful boots but the amount of leather in the footbed made it hard to wear because of my collapsed arches. I might buy a lower arch model in the future but for now my Whites are much more comfortable.
At least with me, I've noticed a lot more static electricity when wearing these boots. Maybe it's the extra screws in the sole? Or just all the nails? I'm not sure. Obviously this only happens indoors. I need to change boots if I plan to be anywhere near any electronics.
Maybe get the Americana if you live in the city. On the other hand it’s nice to know you have a pair of durable rugged boots in case things go to shit.
I ordered mine last week. When they showed the ones on Instagram with the Horween natural CXL and the Vibram honey lugs I was sold. I have been wanting a pair of boots with that scooped tall logger heel and this is such a unique cobination/look I had to bite.....especially since they are only making 50 pairs. Only thing that has me worried is the weight. I am a city boot guy and usually wear BedStu, Redwing, or Untamed Street but these Nicks are so unique. Maybe it will be more of a cosplay type thing for me but I think I am in a rural enough area I can make that work. Thanks for the great reviews as always !! (On a side note, I know you are not much of a zipper guy but have you ever checked out the BedStuboots? Specifically their Protege Trek? They are quick and easy to put on, strongest zipper I have ever had on a boot, they are comfy, tough, and always get compliments.....may be worth checking out. )
I genuinely appreciate your honesty about these boots. It was nice to see you highlight and appreciate the build and quality while admitting that they aren't exactly appropriate for your personal style. And that is perfectly fine :) Thanks, Nick, for your honest opinion on your Nicks ;)
I love that you said stolen valor and feel like playing dress-up. I feel that way too, being a suburban dad wearing PNW boot, but F it, they are awesome. Love both my Whites and my Nicks.
I just got the Urban Drifter which has a block heel that is a little lower and totally hits the spot for me. They are definitely a serious boot though. Great, realistic review of the boot
Yep, Urban drifter, overlander, or Officer boot have lower profiles but still have a bkue collar element. I have a lace to toe and an urban drifter in the low arch last and they blend in but people notice quick that they are not off the shelf
Thank you for your honesty. I will now purchase The Urban Logger.
Awesome! That's exactly what I wanted to hear, I wanted the right guys to see it's right for them :)
@@Stridewise you said these are 1964 tan roughout? Are you sure there not the 1964 brown roughout?
@@richardodouglin3855 yup, it's tan
@@Stridewise thanks for responding you have some cool videos, I enjoy watching them keep it up! Also thinking about getting a pair of the urban loggers either in the same leather as yours or chocolate roughout.
@@Stridewise also you showed parts of this video right ua-cam.com/video/cvqyvEbBYwU/v-deo.html which you said was the smooth version to your boots right? Isn’t the leather in the link 1964 brown smooth?
Love this review! You nailed it: more logger than urbanite, but perfect for the urbanite who gets outdoors. 😉
This was perfect
@@bluesbrosg4ev853 Honestly I feel a bit off balance with the heel so i don't know if they'd be my go to for slippery surfaces, but the toughness would def be appreciated
@@Stridewise have you tried the overlander? It’s just as tough but built on the HNW moderate arch last, I think it’d be perfect for you.
This guy can’t handle a true men boot. He’s more of a light boot user… brands like Grand Stone, Thursday boots.
y'all should shoot a boot into space and record it. break some world record that gets publicity
I agree with everything you said here. Nicks are intentionally built to be workhorses. They incorporate the thickest, highest quality leathers available into both the upper and the sole for longevity. Their intention isn't a casual or a luxury boot, but rather something that can stand the serious test of time! Definitely something I'd want to wear in the trenches hahaha
This is a really well-crafted and polished video. Great job!
I ordered mine in April and they were just made. Can't wait to put them on.
I think a huge part of what you're talking about is due to the lug sole. I have a pair of White's that are mostly city boots but do get a decent amount of wear offroad in the countryside through mud, gravel, fields, etc. that are on a commando sole, and when they're due for a rebuild I was thinking about throwing that V100 sole on them. But the more I think about it, the more I think I'd wind up in just the territory you're talking about - going from "this guy has a cool sort of heritage, rugged style" to "this is cosplay." Simply swapping out the V100 for something like a Vibram 430, 700/705, 269, or a Dr. Soles sole would maintain the heritage look but bring you back into the realm of the sensible, all other things about the boot remaining the same.
Yeah, I don't know why you went with the Urban Logger. That seems like the furthest style from your own. I have a pair of Roberts and love them. Built tough af, and while the heel is big, they're still super comfy and look great in medium brown W&C.
Some interesting points that I had never really considered before. It may be a dumb question but with such a high heel and sole unit, how stable did you find them? I ask as I love logger style boots but have issues with ankle roll.
These definitely need to be balanced out by a pair of straight fitting trousers. It looks a bit strange to me with tapered / slim fit jeans and that huge arch. A bit feminine to be honest.
I can see straight legs working better
My Nick's have been amazing, I work in an office but live isolated in the Rockies and quickly destroy every other boots just walking around. I've worn nothing else since I got them a year ago. NGL the breakin was pretty brutal, super pricy and they are freakishly heavy but now the most comfortable boots ive ever owned.
That’s a good point. I think just walking around is work, at least for me, as, like you, I destroy most of my footwear just walking around. Even if you’re not a lumberjack, just having a boot that doesn’t fall apart from being worn around a lot makes it worth buying something like this Nick’s boot.
Nice, also live in the Rockies. Good to hear they’re perfect for the terrain.
Nick, great video and your honesty is really appreciated here. The Urban logger is foremost a work boot. I wondered how these would fare in the concrete jungle. Knowing that it’s not the best environment for long walks in Central Park. Good thing we have options!!
Kudos for being able to admit your thoughts on these. Your honesty is very much appreciated!
I think my Nicks are perfect. Definitely not a city boot, but for me and many others who live in the cold north of the America's they are great snow/rain boots with leather so thick you can stand in a river in the winter and feel no difference. Some of the most water tight and waxy boots if kept well and will last you forever and seemingly never wear out, especially with those thick screwed on Vibram soles. Great review!
Aren't they too cold for the winter?
@@Eugenetra7 I double up my socks in these and have no issues in Chicago
@@AOTSismyhero I guess you have relatively mild winters or mostly use a car for moving) Because here in Ukraine we have like -10 .. -25 C in winter quite often, and it's quite cold even in winter boots with warm lining and warm socks (when walking for a long time).
I own the Nicks Falcon (8" in Predator Orange) and the Nicks BuilderPros (10" in 1964 brown) - I use them for motorcycle riding. Make no mistake about it, the Falcon is an overbuilt beastly boot as well. It weighs 30% more than more than my Iron Rangers and the leather is 50% thicker than the copper rough and tough. I do prefer the Falcons to the BuilderPros though - the block heal with the 430 mini lug makes the boot much more versatile in general.
I think you're overthinking things. The Robert is a casual boot with a casual sole. You own what is basically a Robert with slightly bigger lugs and better traction. In this case I think your personal knowledge is working against you and making you needlessly self-conscious. This isn't cosplay. Like your White's Bounty Hunters, you can wear them in the city and then choose to climb a mountain in them. You've simply chosen a boot that can do it all. And there's nothing wrong with a casual boot that won't faint at the sight of a puddle.
These look awesome, but I'd feel like I was wearing high heels, and I'm pretty, but not that pretty.
First... An Hour of walking per day for 2 months = 60 hours. Nicks need minimum 80 hours just to start feeling like it doesn't want to kill you.
For a City Slicker, you really should have gotten some Roberts in with Horween Chrome Excel. It's a smooth 6-6.5oz leather that is more fashionable, and breaks in easier than 8oz rough out.
I went with the Urban Drifter. Same boot as the Urban Logger, without the logger high heel. Love the boots. Being from the midwest, I thought the high heel would be a bit conspicuous. I wear them for all activities, from outdoor work, to hiking, to dinner with the wife (after a proper cleaning).
Urban drifter is the best boot they make IMHO. Nice choice.
is there any difference in construction between the two besides the heel?
@@Sturnburn772 nope
I mean this video gets at the heart of how so much American male consumption is framed. A pretense of authentic, hard use justifies our purchases. Look how many American men are walking around carrying pocket knives with blades made from space ship steel that they use for opening packages or are driving F250s between suburban parking lots or whatever
Alas, Nicks is outside my budget, and I'm going to be moving to Norway soon, so the wait time is a deal breaker anyway. Fortunately I grabbed some Thursday loggers which should be here tomorrow.
In the long run, you save money not having to replace boots all the time. Plus, you won’t be breaking in boots all the time. These you break-in, resole and eventually rebuild if need be
This review sucks, why didn't you order a boot for your specific purpose. Go dig some ditches, biznatch :)
I work in an air conditioned welding shop and wear either my hotshots for heavy welding or my builder pros for lighter welding both 10 inch prolly not needed but who’s gonna stop me
Nick, are you sure those are 64 Tan r/o? They look like 64 Brown r/o. I have several pairs of Nick's boots and you can't go wrong if you're looking for a monster of a boot. Thanks for the videos!
Urban Loggers?? For those who want to look the part, but not play the part! Bunch of Nancy’s!
Love the genuine, heartfelt approach to this review. My boot usage is split between sitting behind a desk and manual labor and these are not the boot for me but they are great boots for the right situation.
Love the review. Agreed with the cosplay analogy.
I really appreciate your review. The Urban Loggers are basically a 6" version of their staple BuilderPro's. Overbuilt for almost all uses. The Robert, Falcon or Americana on the HNW last with a lower stack heel and V-bar sole, might better serve the after hour around town need.
The leather isn't quite as heavy duty as the Builder Pros
You can get this leather in the builder pros. But it’s the exact same leather weight as what available in the builder pros.
I came here for advice on tree felling only to find out you aren't a logger... Huge disappointment
Are you sure they’re 1964 tan? They look more like 1964 brown to me.
I love the look of the boots. I have a lot of western boots, so I actually like the heel. I use the heel, so it has a utilitarian purpose for me as well. I think it’s nice to have a couple pairs of Nicks, one for riding and some chores, and another one for going out; you really can’t have enough boots.
Moreover, I watch your channel and I have a purpose for these types of boots, I just I appreciate the style/fashion perspective.
You ought to resole them with a mini lug, and BAM! It’s a Robert
I have the Urban Drifter. Same boot with a lower heel and lower arch. They are unequivocally fantastic. Being tall, I didn’t want a 2” logger heel. These will definitely last for generations. Hopefully my grandson will wear my size. Very happy with my purchase. Next up for me will be a pair of White’s service boots. Thanks for your honest appraisal.
It blows my mind that these are still less expensive than the Alden Indy.. 😏
Yeah and the Alden Indy’s are super overpriced, so it makes sense from that regard
I don’t think they aren’t really that good looking either; I know that’s personal taste though
Im looking forward to getting some Nicks for my spine...
Moar liek the Suburban Logger amirite?!
Stolen valour, so true. I completely agree.
They would definitely look out of place here on UK streets.
Did I miss something? Are they comfortable? Is the arch hard to get used to? Like is it so heavy it obnoxious?
They are definitely on my bucket list. I just need to get the size squared away as I don’t want to risk getting the wrong size after a long wait. I’m presently wearing a Thursday Captain in 8.5 D and they fit very well but wish they were available in an E width. Great video as always.
I’ve heard Thursday’s run a little narrow. You’d probably be good in a Nicks D width.
I’m sure they do a custom fit where you can send in a drawing of your feet and your measurements. I’m in the same boat and just bought a pair of Franks boots. Sent in a drawing and my measurements to let them decide what would be best.
@@MordecaiAliVanAllenOShea Yes, they do run narrow. Soon, I will go to a proper shoe store and get measured with a Brannock device. Nick’s can then calculate the right size from that to get the proper fit, I hope.
@@flfbsphatboyblue8970 just go a 1/2 size down from your brannock measurement and you should be good. Don’t sweat it too much, if they don’t fit right you can send them back for a different size.
I also have Thursday's Captain's in 8.5D. You will want Nick's in 8E if they're the HNW last and maybe 7.5E if they're on the 55 or 67 last🤙🏻 I have 3 pairs of Nick's all in 8E HNW lasts👍🏻 And they are perfect👌🏻 I originally got my first pair of Nick's in 8D but had to return them for 8E because they run a tad narrow.
They are beautiful, however, I agree with your assessment. If I had $600 laying around, I would definitely get the AL64 model with the 5 inch profile. Those are perfect for my modest needs and overall aesthetic. Great content as always!
Another advantage of higher heels are when you bend your knees down to pick up something heavy or squat in general, normally your heel comes off the ground and your balancing yourself on the ball of your foot, with higher heel boots like that your heel is going to stay grounded making for a more stable, balanced and comfortable motion.
I have a pair of these in the Predator Orange, w a honey vibram sole and I’ve never had a pair of boots I’ve loved more then my Urban Loggers. I used them for work, but also wear them casually. The fit, feel, and finish is above and beyond.
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I'm a serious work boot wearer/user. I own multiple pairs of White's and Nicks. Great review.
Not for me either. I need something with a totally flat sole which is why I'm so drawn to the moc toe red wings. But totally great for someone who needs a rugged pair of boots and has a hard foot to fit.
Yeah, that's just too much boot for me.
I am somewhat torn, I love the look and idea of the boot but realize that it is too much of a boot for what I do. I have more than a dozen boots already such as grant stone, parkhurst, bordon, helm, etc (you hooked me) and being a finish carpenter, I lean toward lighter workboots such as redwing 875, wilcox kern, truman Java wax flesh and even the Jim Green African Rangers. Those boots are perfect for what I do, moderately tough work conditions yet nice and light enough to wear casually which I do. The NIcks and other heavy type PNW overbuilt boots weigh like 3 pounds per boot and are kinda clunky. They would be too heavy duty for the work I do...but yet I look at them with envy. If I lived in the country and was cutting down trees, digging trenches or doing concrete work, then they would be perfect. But climbing stairs, laying out cabinets, installing moulding...these boots are overkill and would actually make my day harder. I think I want to buy them and cosplay with them.
Nick's in 8.5D, same as Tony Lama Black Label, Lucchese, old Dan Post and Thursdays.
9D in Merrills or New Balance
I'm interested in the Robert's which are essentially Urban drifters, but without the huge lug soles. You still get the big heel, high arch, but it's more a light duty work boot that looks pretty good.
Same-I now have 2 pair. They're amazing-I've owned/own many of the top brands-Viberg-Whites-Alden-etc which are all good but Nicks is what I wear 90% of time or more.
Nice to see someone of your generation here on YT getting it. Nothing wrong with rebelling against fake cheap stuff and desiring genuine handmade quality. It is good taste. But don't lose your head over what looks good on YT. Want a pair of $800 loggers? Think they're cool? Have you ever had any logger? Do you know what a logger is? Ever been in the woods? Do you even respect these things? I ask for a sincere reason. Cause if not there's some arrogance and yes ignorance there. Ever seen professional loggers or tree surgeons work? Even in a YT vid? Probly the most dangerous work. OK you get the point.
I try to buy or make quality tools. Sometimes I buy the best only to feel uncomfortable using it and wind up using prosumer instead. These things are part of figuring out who we are.
Really appreciate the honest evaluation and candid opinion amongst the sea of nicks fan boy cheerleaders. Thanks!👍👍
Know thyself... seems like you've got that down. :) These seem waaaay over-engineered for your actual use, to the point where you actually feel uncomfortable wearing them because you don't want to come across like a poser... or a cosplay logger character. ;) Best line in the video btw. Kudos on the content. The information in this video is priceless for me... and my fashion forward sensibilities. :)
Could always get a resole with a shorter heel, and maybe mini lug sole 🤷♂️. Enjoy the style and look of the uppers without feeling like a "poser" perhaps? Sure they wouldn't be urban loggers anymore, but they're your boots. Just a thought.
Nicks Boots are the Shiz, I think for most office / urban boot wear people should look at the Packer Boots The Sole is less aggressive and they look great with Denim and Chinos The Proper Lumbersexual look
Another justification id add to the urban side of this boot would be the arch support. Boots made with the veg tan leather insoles etc arent gonna have the same kind of arch support as a logger boot will. Yea you can find moderate arch support in other styles. But typically, the lower the heel, the lower the support. So if you have high arches, the extra weight and rigidity of this boot might be worth it for you
Hey how have these boots held up in the 1964 leather? Do they feel sloppy or loose at all now that you’ve broken them in more and it being such a softer leather? Or do they still fit fine fine reason why I ask is because I’m deciding between the 1964 leather and the max support leather. And I heard someone talk about the 64 leather feeling loose like a loose hand shake you know?
You wear service boots, and you're not storming Normandy. They're just boots.
Very useful advice. I bought the Urban Drifter which has a regular heel and relatively low arch. I reckon for me they run a good half size bigger than Thursday or Truman. The Difter isn't a city boot but you can get away with it. Strangely, I expected them to be a lot heavier but they are built like a tank. Bottom line is I would not buy Nicks again as they are too hard core.
Nick I received my Urban Loggers shortly after you did. I do agree with your assessment that there are better options for casual boots worn in an urban environment. However, I have been wearing mine for 8-10 hrs a day for the last 6 weeks and they are just now starting to break in. You mentioned that you were only wearing 1hr a day for 8 weeks (with little to no break-in time). I suspect that the break-in has not actually started for you yet, and would be curious what your thoughts would be after a full (100+ hr) break-in.
Yeah man the foot bed I'm sure hasn't even began to conform to the foot .that's the point for me when they get super comfortable.
I can't wear the heavy Nicks work boots even in the 6 inch versions. Not the heel so much but more the weight. Do wear other Nicks boots with the higher heel but they are not near as heavy. Just too damned heavy.....lol
Personally, I love Nick's, and found that their HNW last is a near-perfect match to my foot. You want heavy, though? I have a pair of the ND1s (the 1st colab with Rose Anvil) and I love them, but those things are like wearing tank armor on your feet.
Wait, Nick isn't a logger?? UNSUBSCRIBE! Lol. Kidding 😉
We all need that one "mens high heeled" season in our boot journey. get it out of your system now, that way you don't regret it later...LOL.
Will you be getting a pair of Falcons or Americanas for yourself, do you think?
The extreme heel/ arch really puts me off. It seems such an awkward unnatural foot position to me.
It's too much boot for me. I own a pair of White's 350 Cruiser and that's about the limit of what I need in a boot.
Unprovable fact: Gene Simmons wears these in an alternative logger universe.
LOLOL did he flash 2 pictures of Carl M in a row when saying "men men men"
Why are there such heavy boots with toothed soles in the city? This is also the same as driving a Humvee along narrow asphalted streets)
I’m a plumber and I ordered 2 pairs of nicks a pair of urban loggers and overlanders in the brown waxed flesh and I can’t wait for them
Here here, ridiculous for casual wear, pick another more appropriate model.
I feel like a Robert, Charlie or Americana would fit your needs better.
I have these in the wickett and craig veg tan, and love them. I live on the country so they fit me perfect. That being said, I appreciate your honesty. Great video!
I appreciate your honesty. I am looking forward to my urban loggers any day now ! I think the profile is absolutely beautiful and bad ass. Love my 350 cruisers, how do they feel compared to to your cruisers? Why did you choose a work leather over a heritage? Thanks!
As someone who grew up performing manual labor, I have a love and nostalgia for boots like this, but since I don’t have to work like that anymore, I’d like something to remind me of my past but still be usable in my now urban life. I want a pair.
Urban logger is a great looking boot. I of course ordered a pair of falcons lol
The heel is much to high, in my opinion! It looks like a boot for women.
Really good video and I enjoyed the review 👍🏾 Years when worked in construction these would be great and money saver. Now days I prefer less of a beefy construction. I have been looking at the Robert, Americana and the Falcon for everyday wear 👀 Like the channel with the good content and review awesomeness 💯💯💯😉
Fantastic boots, the very best together with White's
I am wondering about the JK 300 for the same reasons.
6" boot with a logger heel looks ridiculous and so do the people who wear it
Great review. I also found that Nicks are not for me. They are really well made and beautiful boots but the amount of leather in the footbed made it hard to wear because of my collapsed arches. I might buy a lower arch model in the future but for now my Whites are much more comfortable.
I feel like you should’ve known to get another model. Americana looks perfect for everyday wear
wearing them in right now!! will def do a video this year, good choice
Love the heel. Some guys are too insecure to wear anything outside of a standard height heel unfortunately
This video makes it look like you’re being held captive. If you’re blinking in Morse code, I don’t know it. Never learned that.
White's Boots was holding a gun behind the camera
At least with me, I've noticed a lot more static electricity when wearing these boots.
Maybe it's the extra screws in the sole? Or just all the nails? I'm not sure.
Obviously this only happens indoors. I need to change boots if I plan to be anywhere near any electronics.
that's so interesting, it must be all the nails in there because the shank is leather!
whats the difference between this and urban drifter?
Love the company but the looks is not for me
so as a fashion blogger you don't do a lot of logging? huh
Maybe get the Americana if you live in the city. On the other hand it’s nice to know you have a pair of durable rugged boots in case things go to shit.
i actually just got a pair of Americanas and i finally get it
I’ve seen a meme that says “if you got a beard but can’t change a tire” lol. Don’t wear those just for looks pretty boy. ❤
Joke's on you, I can't even grow a beard!
Ugly heel.
Thanks for content .
Too much heel for a casual boot in my opinion.
If you want to sell them I’ll take em 11d yeah?
I ordered mine last week. When they showed the ones on Instagram with the Horween natural CXL and the Vibram honey lugs I was sold. I have been wanting a pair of boots with that scooped tall logger heel and this is such a unique cobination/look I had to bite.....especially since they are only making 50 pairs. Only thing that has me worried is the weight. I am a city boot guy and usually wear BedStu, Redwing, or Untamed Street but these Nicks are so unique. Maybe it will be more of a cosplay type thing for me but I think I am in a rural enough area I can make that work. Thanks for the great reviews as always !! (On a side note, I know you are not much of a zipper guy but have you ever checked out the BedStuboots? Specifically their Protege Trek? They are quick and easy to put on, strongest zipper I have ever had on a boot, they are comfy, tough, and always get compliments.....may be worth checking out. )
I genuinely appreciate your honesty about these boots. It was nice to see you highlight and appreciate the build and quality while admitting that they aren't exactly appropriate for your personal style. And that is perfectly fine :) Thanks, Nick, for your honest opinion on your Nicks ;)
I appreciate that Jason!
I love that you said stolen valor and feel like playing dress-up. I feel that way too, being a suburban dad wearing PNW boot, but F it, they are awesome. Love both my Whites and my Nicks.
Those high heels are pretty silly tbh
Off topic... nice watch! 😉
I just got the Urban Drifter which has a block heel that is a little lower and totally hits the spot for me. They are definitely a serious boot though. Great, realistic review of the boot
Yep, Urban drifter, overlander, or Officer boot have lower profiles but still have a bkue collar element. I have a lace to toe and an urban drifter in the low arch last and they blend in but people notice quick that they are not off the shelf
would love to hear your thoughts on the Wild and Free Supply large messenger bag..thick leather good price