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ROOFING SHOES: COUGAR PAWS VS REEBOK CROSSFIT NANO
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- Опубліковано 6 лис 2017
- ROOFING SHOES: COUGAR PAWS VS REEBOK CROSSFIT NANO
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COUGAR PAWS VS REEBOK CROSSFIT NANO 7 VS NIKE RUNNING
In todays product review Dmitry is comparing brand new cougar paws against his favorite crossfit and pair of Nike running shoes.
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Great review! Thanks man!!
One thing about cougar paws that I love, and that is “the show“. Everything a professional has should be 100% above what a homeowner has in their closet or garage since a professional should be showing yourself as a professional. People always comment on my cougar paws and I’m happy to show them off. People always comment on my telescopic ladder and I’m happy to show it off. Pros should have “unique” equipment particular to your profession. IMO. Thanks.
I use Irish Setters. Best all around boot and waterproof
Cougar paws and a telescoping ladder are "tells" that you are a novice dope. I wouldn't put too much stock in them!
@@yourgooglemeister6745 I see that you are an ass on channels other than Adjuster TV too.. go pick on someone in person like a real ass you poser
@@nightterror007 I hope I see you in the field one day so I can laugh at your ass. I picture you will have all shiny new equipment then quit the next day because someone was mean to you!
I think safety and comfortability is more important than if my shoes look like worker boots or not haha. Clients care about maybe if your truck looks like crap or your tools are old as hell, maybe... but what matters is how you present your attitude, personality, and more than anything the level of precision in your work.
The issue with the reebok shoes is walking on a steep pitch in the heat. You're gonna wreck the shingles and decrease their longevity big time. Just got paws because of it. Love them
I purchased a pair of cougar paws 3 years into my profession. Best investment. Not only are they great roofing boots but mine are so comfortable i will wear them all day if need be.
I've been Roofing 24 yrs, never owned a pair of Cougar Paws. My personal opinion, and mine only, little to much money. Also I think they should make them in a low top, or a mid shoe or boot. But personally I've found that any type of basketball, or skateboarding shoe are the best. Once again this is just my opinion. I think they are the best because the soles are flat, and when you step or walk on Roofs , every part of that sole is touching the roof so you dnt slip or slide off. Also I can go to the local Walmart and buy a pair of mid And 1 basketball shoes for around 15 bucks and can walk just about any roof with in reason. I am also only 5'8 -5'9. That also helps out a bit. Being a shorter guy. I have noticed depending on the pitch some taller guys have little more trouble. Good review though man. Dave Holcomb, my companies name is Gunz-N-Hozez Roofing. Let me no what ya think.
What types of roofs? Metal, shingle?
*Very* well done. Thank you Thank you. I'm just a homeowner that needs to clean my gutters at a vacation house, and I have to be at work on Monday. I can't be in the ER. Also a big Thank you to you pros that have commented. I watched the ads as my Thank you.
If you go on top of a high-pitched roof with loose granules, it doesn't matter what shoe you wear - you're going down. Use a proper safety rope and harness system.
My father slipped off a 2 story roof and broke his back. I am now washing roofs - cougar paws are worth the price to keep myself secure and furthering my career without risk - for the price of $154 bucks and some safety equipment I can improve my odds as an owner operator.
I started gutter cleaning a couple months ago, have been using cougar paws. Frankly I am shocked at the awful quality. The lacing rivets are rusted, one of the speed lace rivets disappeared, the yellow stitching (very important keeps boot to sole!) is already very frayed, and in a good rain storm they turn into ridiculous lead weights. I am shocked at the poor quality and left message with their customer service. This just after a couple months and didn't wear on 100% of roofs and I do 3 per day max. And now I soon have to buy $80 replacement pads. That said, I would rather have them on with steep pitch but damn do they need some upgrades! Especially for the money you spend!!!
I found Merrill hiking boots have worked the best for me. They’re relatively light, good support, and will stick to steeper roofs. And they last much longer than regular shoes.
Just curious, did you try Oboz or Teva in comparison to Merrell? Thanks
Have u used them on metal roofs?
Cougar Paws also have the replacement sole/pads for less than $30.00 compared to replacing the entire shoe. My friend said I walked the roof like spiderman after purchasing Cougar Paws.
Got to stick the the air force ones low tops. Have for the 15 years of roofing , they last forever an the harder heel is perfect for the 10x12s walkin no problem, no give in the sole but still comfortable on the feet an ankles . Also the lower profile/texture bottoms of soles are soft enough not to rake the shingles . Even when they wear down the grip improves more in my opinion an many others that ive come across is the roofing busines. Many jobs can be done in a pair of these for sure .
Flatter shoes certainly grip better, the grip change from running shoes to skate shoes was insane. I buy Etnies for the cooshy sidewalls but low flat base and high durability tire rubber bottoms
Barracuda steel toes made by Georgia Boot is all i wear for the last 10 years. Shoes suck because granules get in there and rub your feet raw. I used to wear skateboarding shoes, and thought they were the best thing, until i learned that i was not correct.
Came here after getting up on my first customer’s roof with my team leader, the pitch was a 7 I believe he said and my shoes were slipping, the roof was over 100 degrees and I was 10 feet off the ground, I could have gotten seriously injured because of the shoes I was wearing but I didn’t know it made a difference.
I ended up getting heat blisters on my hands from holding the hot roof to keep myself from sliding off and falling.
LESSON LEARNED - NEVER GO ON A ROOF WITHOUT PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND PROPER ROOFING SHOES.
Especially in Texas where roofs are probably 140 degrees.
The cougar paws grip the best and they are easier on the granular. Period end of story.
The cougar paw "estimator" boot series are much lighter and les restrictive on the ankles than the "Performer" series.
Yes they're a bit more pricey but still cheaper than a funeral.
I've been roofing 20 years and just bought my first set of cougar paws and I feel alot more confident on steep roofs with them on yes they are expensive but I think with the replacement fee you win with the paws the pads aren't that expensive compared to a new pair of shoes
Why wouldn't you just strap the replacement pads to the reeboks? I don't understand why a company building shoes specifically for roofing would make their ankles so restrictive in design, it's crazy, ankle flexibility is huge on steep pitches
@@QW-lm1ieyou watched one video of a guy complaining and using that as your argument. Shut up
I get on roofs with my normal adidas shoes, whenever I am questionable on a roof, always Cougar Paws. No other shoe could make you feel more secure.
From the Great Northwest public Duck Blind I've been Roofing a long time one of my first things I was taught was the couch cushion this was back in the days when we were hand nailing using staple guns and the Stanco dealer would pull in and give you a soda and replace your driver in your PW handgun for free those really good days here in the northwest where it rains the boots I wear are xtratuf neoprene boots keeps your feet dry as keeps you on the roof now in the summertime we just cut those down or fold them come winter get a brand new pair stay safe out there God bless from the northwest where we get wet
the reason the Reebok Crossfit did so well, its worn and flatter.
I have been roofing for 8 years now and all we use is Marrell shoes that have there vibram grip. I will walk on a roof as steep as 10/12 before I feel uncomfortable. That dose depend on the temperature tho hot days that will not work the shingles will get marked up
which Merrell shoes with Vibram grip do you use or recommend? Thanks!
@@colin9630 I love the Merrell's Moab 2's. I usually go with the mid high ankle support. They aren't bulky and they grip really well. And I can usually go most or all of the summer with one pair.
I have found the cougar paws make me more money. Capping off or finishing up shingling on those warm afternoons they are soft on the shingles. Also make the strap tight but dont use the top hook or make the laces super tight.
Good review, and I agree with your final decision. I’m a home inspector and I’ve done over 1500 inspections. I recommend and swear by cougar paws to everybody I know.
One of the things that you don’t address in your video is the replacement pads. When you wear through the sole, you don’t have to buy new shoes. The replacement soles only cost $20-$30 at a roof supply store. Since the economic value is a big part of your video, I’m surprised you didn’t mention this. I’m on my third set of pads, and I would’ve easily burned through hundreds of dollars of sport shoes had I gone that route instead.
Cross fit shoes work good on new roofs but when you're walking on an older roofer (doing an estimate or about to rip) the loose granules make you slip everywhere...cougar paws work just as good on old roofs and they do new..they cost 180, BUT talk to your supplier, they will work with you...I bought 5 pairs for 500 plus tax...went in with some of my guys and we all got them for 100 bucks each...good buy I feel...either way, stay safe guys and great video, thank you !
Thank you for the feedback!
Any experience with the newer nano shoes? 8, 9 etc?
Nice! I bought a pair of sketchers hiking shoes and they've been amazing. I hate having to wear heavy boots when loading a roof
Interesting. Never thought of using my crossfit shoes for a roof. Currently deployed for Hurricane Ida. Using Timberlands has always worked for me. Never bought into they hype of cougar paws. I do have my Nanos with me might give them a try. Only downside would be the swampy and muddy conditions in South Louisiana.
you're wrong in this entire post
@@brownitsdown How so?
I use the Nikes with the white foam soles. They stick amazingly.
some guy was talking shit. Cuz i was wearing Adidas on the roof and he had 300 dollar boots by the end of the day he quit cuz he got blisters on his feet before we finished the roof ....
Yeah i got this fuckin dumby fat boy at work who wears theses and marked the whole new roof up. While we were laying it
Cougar paws are fairly new compared to my time roofing. I’ve done dangerous jobs with tennis shoes 👟 and a rope tied around my waist with a foam cushion. The cougar paws make me feel safer on repairs. But they are still not full proof. You gotta know your shit on a steep slope.
I work a lot of 14/12 + roofs. You are absolutely right - no shoe will work on that steep a slope. Gotta use a proper rope and harness system.
Fool proof.
I've been roofing for twenty years now (what's wrong with me?). I found a low cut basketball shoe works best. They have the same style of sole as your CrossFit. Little groves for the granules to go into while providing great traction. However here in Canada, we require steel toes. We still wear sneakers, but at a risk of getting fined by inspectors. Great channel... Keep up the good work.
They make steel toe tennis like shoes I bought these though I'm not a roofer I work in oil field services at our fleet yard. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GLL5PMR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I agree 100 percent! My Nike low cut basketball shoes have lasted me a couple of years now. Tried so many other types of shoes, but basketball shoes have something about them - they have good ankle support and have excellent materials.
Nike Air Force Ones are slippery on a roof.
The replacement cost of the sole outweighs by far replacement of a new CrossFit shoe .. plus the heat factor… cougar wins hands down
I wore my Metcons onto my roof yesterday. I nearly slid off the roof. Do NOT wear them onto a roof that's been out in the elements. For a brand new roof, I guess it's ok. I'm still cleaning my underwear from sliding down the roof.
Funny I came across this. I’ve been trying some different ones.
Had a pair of Metcons a few years ago, and they were incredible. Breatheable, lightweight, and good grip.
Any very breathable lightweight trainer will wear tread quickly. Next year went and got the next years model of metcons as I was so pleased with the previous pair, treads were nowhere near the same.
ROOF HACK. on some steep stuff i use boots that are made for fishing waders. They come with a felt bottom and they are manufactured with it on there so it does not come off. you can find them at cabelas, and any good outdoor store. they actually work
You need to glue the cougar paw pad to the bottom of your Reebok’s ;)
I might even glue the cougar paw pad onto the bottom of my paws, is it just me but when I’m on a really steep roof the pad on my paws will start to come off if my feet are pointed straight down then if it comes completely off I start to slide because the bottom is just straight plastic . That’s the only thing I don’t like about my paws. I have to keep my feet sideways when going down a steep roof and I have a bummed ankle that starts hurting when I put too much pressure on it so I try to avoid using it too often
When I started at my first roofing company wearing personal protective gear wasnt required just what ever you wanted so I decided ok since my boss wears running shoes I did to right up untill because I walk so fucking fast.......stepped on a goddamn spike so after that WORK BOOTS!
fishign shoes with felt outsoles might work well
With the cougar paws in order to be comfortable you can not lace up the top metal lace loop of the boot. It allows your ankle to move a lot more freely.
Great advice, thank you!
Real roofers use cougar paws. I wouldnt even no what to do without em. No shoe beats cougar paws on old shingles an new shingles. I easily walk 10 /12 pitch. Once broke in they are awesome. But they should make shoe with more ventilation as they can get kinda warm. Worth the price tho...
The brand of the shoes dont matter I mean obviously it matters in quality and how long they are going to last you but as far as grip it's all about the sole of the shoe. Ive found that the softer and more spongier the sole the better. Nikes and Adidas have been coming out with great shoes for roofing lately. I own a pair of nikes a pair of Adidas and a pair of cougar paws. I haven't used the cougar paws in a while because I've found that the sneakers last me longer than the pads of the cougar paws. I'm a heave guy I'm about 240. And I would be lucky for a pair of cougar paws to last me 2 weeks where as the nikes and Adidas have been lasting me at least a month
Yeah, I bought a cheap pair of sneakers at Wal-mart one time. Literally lasted a couple of weeks. I've on my Nike basketball low cut shoes for the past 2 years.
why test on shingles? by the time your walking on shingles you've already done felt and have most likely done 1/2 the roof with shingles.. im worried about slipping on felt
I been roofing for 15 years now and felt still scares me. Not just slipping on it but walking on felt somebody else stapled to find out they didnt staple it that well and the whole row breaks loose lol. And walking on ice n water shield with all the loose granules on a 7 or better scares the hell out of me too lol
Go for synthetic paper. Felt sucks. Rips and you slide as you mentioned.
Also it transmits waters through it it gets through the shingles and then causes slow damage to the wood.
I haven't touched felt except to remove it in years. Dead technology that needs to stick to what ever other uses they have for it.
I'm to lazy to switch back and forth between roofs. I found that flat sole rubber skate board shoes work really well.
Had those blue shoes for a year 😮 I roof everyday and a pair of shoes like that last me about 2 and half months if I’m lucky
I got a set of orthotics made with a heel cup. Keeps my foot moving around in my shoe. You can put the Orthotics in any shoes. Any shoe is totally comfortable. And anytime I do A steep roof I put new shoes on.
I've been using cougar Paws for about 7 years now, only on steep stuff when I want a little extra safety. I love them and would recommend them.
Doing a review of MAGNETIC 🧲 roofing shoes on a non-metallic roof ??
How do they compare on a metal roof?
I have never worn anything but paws on anything over 8/12. I have to try regular shoes! Thank you for the info. My boots hurt the top of my feet.
Timberland pro alloy toe they are black with grey stripes down the sides the grip is flat with dips (kinda like craters) 150ish canadian been working on saskatoon roofs since october 2010 never had a better boot for roofing before im on my second pair in a row and plan to get them again next time......I also put a rubber based toe protecor sealant on the toe so the toe dosent get shredded.
David Tarsey I have really been looking at those boots how do they feel on metal grip wise and and they cushion like regular wedge sole boots?
Hey brother i roof too and had the same tims were did you get the toe cap ?
Make same video comparing on a older roof where the shingle granules are falling off!
Response Gear boots from Big5 sporting goods are my favorite, and sometimes you can get on sale $25
I live in Colorado where it’s also cold and icy. So thanks for the advice
Yeah please do Mack Pitch Traction Control Safety Shoe
What they need to do is make a version that it is a combo of the two. Clearly, the Cougar Paw foam works great, BUT there is no reason to have a raised heel (creates more pitch as you walk down the roof) and they are WAY too stiff. You want a flexible sole that gives you move feel for the roof as you walk it. Also, with a flexible sole as you are walking up the pitch, your forefoot can maintain better contact w/ the roof as your heel lifts off for each step. I'm going to buy Cougar Paw foam replacements, and then glue some heavy duty velcro to the bottom of some minimalist shoes (like Altras) and then velcro the Cougar Paw foam to the bottom. I think it will be the best of both worlds.
How did gluing the pads work? I want to do the same.
Let me know how it went
Any update? Might be an option to glue the cougar paw pads onto the korkers add on/buckle on piece, over a good sneaker
Cougar paws aren't good on wet shingles sometimes the bundles get water into, you know what I mean... And the rubber sole on nike airmax are kind do hard rubber that why are little slippery
.... I rather used Timberland whitelegde or boots with Vibrant sole
I always tuck the lases under the strap so you don't trip over them.
Can you wear cougar paws on flat ground or do you change shoes when getting on/ off the roof?
Thanks - this was really helpful in trying to decide if I want to buy these for my husband!
Can you suggest an alternative to the CrossFit nano 7 if they're sold out? Ty for ur help
Thanks for your video. There must be other brand sneakers that grip excellent also. It makes sense that boots would cause discomfort. What about for walking on silicone pitched roofs? Have you tested which sneakers grip on the white silicone pitched 45 degrees and more? Have any thoughts on the Henry 887 100% silicone Tropi- cool coating? It has lifetime gauntee! It's too expensive though at $250/ 5gal at Home Depot. Maybe you know of a much cheaper version? Thank you
9/12 is not steep enough to test shoes.... a lot of people use merrell but I wear just about anything
Great review. I install gutters and have found that shoes with purely foam bottoms grip the best wether I'm on a shingle roof or tile or metal. Each type has its reasons to become slippery, be a dusty new metal roof, or the slime on a shingle roof from a tree hanging right above it. I may have to buy a new pair every 6-8 months but i feel safe and comfortable.
chevyboy8602 I also install many gutters and often shingle roofs. I agree. The foamy bottoms grip the best. Haven’t tried these expensive boots tho..
What are some examples of purely foam bottoms? We must know!
@@TheBearGrylz what examples of foamy grip bottom/sole shoes can you throw at us?!
@@TheBearGrylz Which shoes specifically?
@@colin9630 any luck?
You said you had your reebok shoes doing roofing for a year..... I completely destroy a pair of Nike shoes every 2 months and they get scuff marks on them within days. How do you keep your shoes so clean when you work of the roof I really want to know your secret
Dustin Meek was thinking the exact same thing lucky to get a month out of a pair.
Hes not a roofer he is a salesman/ possible buissness owner
Hes the GC lol. Owner and does a lot of marketing for his business.
Do you have a link for the pitch gauge? thanks.
Is there an update? Nano 7 still available?
ive been roofing mainly tile repairs, peel and stick patio roofs, top coats, foamers helper etc and I preffer the 30 dollar walmart running shoes XD
How are the cougar paws on metal roofs?
How are other versions of the Reebok shoe?
Lol.. he's walking in a new shingle roof it's not the same when you are removing the old one
I just wish the cougar paws did look like WalMart boots 😮💨
Price difference of a few bucks? What is your life worth?
The cutting is to let you know "hey this isn't walkable"
Or just buy a pair of vans or converse. I’m on the roof everyday and they work amazing. $40-$100
Vans won't hold up for long, on any pitch that's 7+ (I'm my experience)
Jacob Bradley yeah I could see that being true, I live in FL so we don’t see too many steep pitches often.
Thanks for the review. Learned a lot.
reebok is good ?
what about cougar paws on felt paper ?
Sketcher boots u can lock on the panels
Shecher verdict r the ones
I've been starting to use Vans, lol dont regret at all, doing 10/12 roof pitches and dont have a problem with them. So glad I got them.
just started climbing roofs this week and guy i work with wears lowtop vans, same pair i got at home. I've been wearing my normal caterpillar workboots, fine as long as the pitch is low but 2nd story ~9/12 pitch they're tearing up my ankles by the end of the day. Never would have guessed slick vans with no ankle support would be the better option but gonna try them and find out.
look i would chew any these shoes up in a month anyone roofing all day is going to take a seated position to rest there back and this leads to scuffing the side of the shoe, broken laces
if those CrossFit shoes are over a year old this is no daily roofer if i never took a seated position id walk the soles off them in 6 to 8 weeks
That's why the cougar paws have replaceable pads
Im a roofer all i need is 20 dollar Walmart running shoes i walk perfectly on 10/12 roofs 😂
I love your style you’re a good listener and you’re from Siberia the coldest place in the face of the earth LOL
I usually use chucks
They are 312 MSRP now
Love my cougar paws. I just wish they came in smaller sizes for us ladies!
The steel walkers by cougar paws are garbage. Im ordering some korkers that strap over your shoes. Ive heard they work well.
cougar paws are the only way to go I've even papered a 12 pitch in them with certainteed felt some paper they don't stick as good bet there a no brainer if you like to be safe
Id like to see you walk up a welsh slate roof with those things on.
Easy
I rock the Reebok supre flex 5.0 or something. But they have stopped making them . But I gotta try the paws and maybe the shoes
Also how do the paw work in the winter?
I stand by cougar paws. you should do one for standing seam metal roofs. I'm struggling finding something
Lee Knighton Cougar Paws makes a steel walker model for metal roofs that are magnetic.
regular cougar paws,works excellent on metal roofs
they also have a new magnetic cougar paws
Magnetic won't do much for aluminum lol. I wear Nike's all day long on standing seam.
Try an Ironworkers Boot, they're literally made to be worn while walking on metal. I use them on shingle roofs as well, and they hug the surface pretty impressively.
What aluminum roof you talking about 😂
Have you looked into the indestructible shoes? Seeing reviews they seem to grip pretty good and will protect against stepping on roofing nails?
They're garbage, the quality is non existent.
I'm questioning these cougar paws as well, for $180 theres no way they're American made, probably not good leather if it's real leather at all, and I can see they're just a cheap cemented construction.
Mack pitch traction shoes
Thank you for sharing
I love my cougar paws 😬😬
cant wear cougar paws with any moisture. they rip to pieces as soon as get wet an walk on roof.
What about Vans... I starting using 3 months ago and I think those have good grip and price is cheap 45 to 50 bucks
I went with Vans, I feel like spiderman when I'm on a 10/12 roof pitch
@@RicardoRodriguez-it6uw thanks for the tip Riccardo cant stand heavy high sole boots they piss me off allll day. Been wearing nike sb portmore ultralight for 2 years. Will try vans
Ricardo Rodriguez what kinda vans?
@@joncast1 skate hi pro hi top .low top classic get the gum sole lasts longer
8/12 are walkable roof, do 10/12 n up
How do these do compared to a a vibram wedge sole? I'm considering on having Franks boots build me a custom pair similar to the retired therogood model called the roofer. Probably gonna cost me around $600, but if these tiger paws are really worth it, maybe I'll consider it. I have a hard time with gimmicky products.
@@ThroughGrace88 yes. I'm referring to that lace to toe thorogood had, but my build will be better quality. How is a cougar paw compared to a good wedge sole? I don't want to drop 600 if these goofy looking Velcro shoes really work that much better than the good oldies.
Please review the magnetic cougar paws….
ok so i always see people test these shoes or show them off when they are walking on shingles lets see them on a pitch roof playwood or a vally sheet i dont see these shoes sticking to the roof
chris omaga I’ve worked on lots of 8 and 10s with plenty of felt everywhere and even on tear offs and can say I feel much safer wearing them, I’ve been roofing since I was 13 and am now 18 and can say if you’re working on 8 and 10s and aren’t too confident, you should wear these
Can try hey dudes
Any recommendations out there for just metal roofs ???? No shingle , just metal roofs - steep ones at that.
Cougar paw also makes a newer version that has magnets in the soles. Think they are around 170$ They do work well but still not a substitute for also wearing a safety harness
runnig shoes all day adidas or nike, foam dont destroy the shingles and are really fresh to work.....just dont step on nails when the shoe is old cuz is gonna hurt
They’re cutting because they’re new. They have to be broken in.
try 12 /12 roof with those 2 shoes again
Yeah, no shoe will work on 12/12 with loose granules. I work on 14/12 roofs a lot. A proper rope and harness system is the only guarantee for survival.