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I know I am a year late with my comments, but I really appreciate your explanation of the 365 stitchdown boots. Water resistance is very important to many of us even if we don’t stand in water for long periods. The 365 stitchdown line provides excellent options. Your transparency in this regard is very helpful. Sometimes, even with high-end manufacturers, its hard to tell how water resistant their products are actually designed/manufactured to be. You guys rock! Saving up for the Ridgeline Hiker - the next boot on my wish list.
Would you guys make a 360 boot without a heel or toe spring? I know you'd need a different last, which would maybe be a problem, but it'd be nice to see a zero-drop boot from Nick's.
Fire suppression Sprinkler fitter apprentice here. This would be great for my work, but i want the support from the 55 last more. Havent seen or heard of that combination as an option yet
Thanks for the review ! This was exactly the question I had regarding the 360! For the classic hiking boot height is 5”. How much the 6” heigh affects this model? I mean , it’s just the level of protection ? Thanks !
Great. I was watching the recent how-its-made video on a new boot. I think it was the farmer boot? I thought that was going to have 360 stitch down because it looked such a good idea.
I've been looking at the Turnbull and am sorely tempted, but am also more drawn to the traditional leather construction over the rubber, this because I want to get the full benefits of the leather moulding to my foot. I know the ridgeline/turnbull comes with a removable leather insole, but how significant is the difference between that and the full leather of the standard stitchdown, and will I still get most of the benefits? I do want water resistance as I live in a rainy climate and enjoy hiking a lot. I will definitely be walking through puddles and in pouring rain, but I am not a utilities worker who will be stood still ankle deep in water for ages at a time either. I know some of the 'weakness' apart from the lack of rubber is that the traditional stitchdown doesn't wrap all the way around, allowing for more water intrusion. But I've heard many people say they've had no issue at all with water once waxing their boots, including those in the PNW. My question then is, how much more water resistant would it be to go with a standard construction but with weathershield leather? And how close could it get to the 365° construction, if at all? Or will the 270° stitch always be a major weak-point as concerns water seeping in? And do you offer a stitchdown all the way round, but with the normal full-leather construction instead of the rubber, to get the best of both worlds? Or would it instead just be compromising on both? Thanks.
Hi Grant! I know leather cracks but I thought that rubber also cracks. However, instead of leather you can't condition rubber to stop it from cracking. Have I been wrong my whole life? I'd love to learn more!
Leather cracks by drying out. Usually wet dry wet dry is hard on leather. Rubber doesn’t absorb water so it doesn’t dry out with water. Instead, rubber dries out by losing oils over time. Walking on it helps circulate the oils.
Good quality rubber can last for decades, especially with minimal UV exposure. I imagine the rubber will still be in excellent condition by the time the boot needs a full rebuild.
Been waiting for a Nick's boot like the Ridgeline Hiker with the Vibram Sierra sole... now I can get one! My Builder Pros are too much boot for hiking miles in the mountains.... ask me how I know!
@Peter smith It’s more about the flexibility and ankle bite than it is about the weight. The builder pros are fine for stop and go walking, working, and hunting but for constant hiking not so much.
Brainstorm! Combine the 365 Stitchdown with the Moc-Toe stitch and various work leathers. I would prefer the either the Vibram Mini-Lug or that flexible lug sole in this video. Make a Veg-Tan insole standard. I would prefer the HNW last because I am standing or walking most of the day.
Hello to French user Nick s. Peut importe les matériaux utilisés pour fabriquer une botte, il faut qu elle soit construite avec passion, avec attention et minutie. Après chaque matériaux ont leurs avantages et leurs inconvénients. Encore merci pour vos explications. Que Doeu vous benisse.
My recommendation: If you're in water a lot, get some Neos Overshoes. They go right over your boots and are totally waterproof. My dad used them in the oil field and they lasted for years and saved his boots. All his leather boots were like new.
You Guys at Nicks Are just to cool, no bs sale talk, transparent company, back to basic and a legendary craftmanship that gives me a big smile on my face, one of the true gems out there 💎
Hey Nick's, please do a video on your insoles! Include pros/cons and applications for the different options please!
Good to see Nicks is not stuck in an old fashioned rut ! Keep the new ideas, new materials, and new boots coming, Grant !
@@nicksusa Nicks is a very different and progressive company under your leadership, Grant. This is a great thing !
I have a pair of LTT Tactical on order and can’t wait to get them. Thanks for the 365 explanation.
I know I am a year late with my comments, but I really appreciate your explanation of the 365 stitchdown boots. Water resistance is very important to many of us even if we don’t stand in water for long periods. The 365 stitchdown line provides excellent options. Your transparency in this regard is very helpful. Sometimes, even with high-end manufacturers, its hard to tell how water resistant their products are actually designed/manufactured to be. You guys rock! Saving up for the Ridgeline Hiker - the next boot on my wish list.
I wish you guys offered more leather options on this new 365 stitchdown.
What boot is that? The first one you're holding.
Great comparison and explanations, Grant. Nicely done.
Complete construction video please!
Would love to see more wedge sole focused content.
HA. wedge soles are for the same people wearing helmets and mouth pieces on shorter yellow busses.
How do they fit. I want a pair of redlines I wear a 9.5ee in Iron Rangers
Those maybe my next hiking boots.
I like the more official company news on this channel. And the more fun factual information on the other channel.
Would you guys make a 360 boot without a heel or toe spring? I know you'd need a different last, which would maybe be a problem, but it'd be nice to see a zero-drop boot from Nick's.
Zero drop deez nuts, cultist.
Solid. I wear a lot of Danner boots (sponsorship) and they are super into stitchdown. Haven’t failed me yet. Makes a lot of sense.
Over the years and number of resoles on my super rainforest and power foreman boots I've been very impressed with them.
Fire suppression Sprinkler fitter apprentice here. This would be great for my work, but i want the support from the 55 last more. Havent seen or heard of that combination as an option yet
Hi! Nice upgrade. Which boot is showcased?
Thanks for the review ! This was exactly the question I had regarding the 360!
For the classic hiking boot height is 5”. How much the 6” heigh affects this model? I mean , it’s just the level of protection ? Thanks !
Great. I was watching the recent how-its-made video on a new boot. I think it was the farmer boot?
I thought that was going to have 360 stitch down because it looked such a good idea.
Would like to know if nicks boots come with steel toe in the Americana
I've been looking at the Turnbull and am sorely tempted, but am also more drawn to the traditional leather construction over the rubber, this because I want to get the full benefits of the leather moulding to my foot. I know the ridgeline/turnbull comes with a removable leather insole, but how significant is the difference between that and the full leather of the standard stitchdown, and will I still get most of the benefits?
I do want water resistance as I live in a rainy climate and enjoy hiking a lot. I will definitely be walking through puddles and in pouring rain, but I am not a utilities worker who will be stood still ankle deep in water for ages at a time either. I know some of the 'weakness' apart from the lack of rubber is that the traditional stitchdown doesn't wrap all the way around, allowing for more water intrusion. But I've heard many people say they've had no issue at all with water once waxing their boots, including those in the PNW. My question then is, how much more water resistant would it be to go with a standard construction but with weathershield leather? And how close could it get to the 365° construction, if at all? Or will the 270° stitch always be a major weak-point as concerns water seeping in?
And do you offer a stitchdown all the way round, but with the normal full-leather construction instead of the rubber, to get the best of both worlds? Or would it instead just be compromising on both? Thanks.
My Nicks boots and my well worn man sling are all I need to hit the beach this summer
Very nice. Super informative.
This design is exactly what I have been looking for in a great work boot. Thanks!
So basically a Danner rainforest boot without goretex? I have both boots mind you. My builder pro is a way more comfortable boot in my opinion.
Goretex has a time and a place
Still waiting on a 365 stitch down construction of a moc toe wedge. That’d be awesome
If you go through the waterworks custom option you can have both of those
does that mean its lighter without the nails in the heel?
Can I get a tanker boot in the tactical style
Those look great
Why not put a rubber sole on construction boots
What is the boot you are holding at the start of the video. Is it for sale????? ???????!!!!!!
Yes. Ridgeline Hiking Boot.
Hi Grant! I know leather cracks but I thought that rubber also cracks. However, instead of leather you can't condition rubber to stop it from cracking. Have I been wrong my whole life? I'd love to learn more!
Leather cracks by drying out. Usually wet dry wet dry is hard on leather. Rubber doesn’t absorb water so it doesn’t dry out with water. Instead, rubber dries out by losing oils over time. Walking on it helps circulate the oils.
Good quality rubber can last for decades, especially with minimal UV exposure. I imagine the rubber will still be in excellent condition by the time the boot needs a full rebuild.
Love the innovation! My builder pros are fantastic. Arch support has greatly improved my life! Thanks y'all BTW 1964 leather is a stunner!
Been waiting for a Nick's boot like the Ridgeline Hiker with the Vibram Sierra sole... now I can get one! My Builder Pros are too much boot for hiking miles in the mountains.... ask me how I know!
@Peter smith It’s more about the flexibility and ankle bite than it is about the weight. The builder pros are fine for stop and go walking, working, and hunting but for constant hiking not so much.
Let’s see some more previews of your leathers side by side.
Has that ridgeline hiking boots got a unit lug sole?
That's an option, yes.
Would love to see a How it's made for the Howard!
Awesome 👍🇬🇧
I really need a shank
I believe they have one. Go watch one of their how it's made videos on the 365.
Like it a lot!!
Brainstorm! Combine the 365 Stitchdown with the Moc-Toe stitch and various work leathers.
I would prefer the either the Vibram Mini-Lug or that flexible lug sole in this video. Make a Veg-Tan insole standard.
I would prefer the HNW last because I am standing or walking most of the day.
Somebody is looking for some high-class 877's haha
@@TheDagraner4576 More like the Red Wing Sawmill in an 8-inch version.
Hello to French user Nick s. Peut importe les matériaux utilisés pour fabriquer une botte, il faut qu elle soit construite avec passion, avec attention et minutie. Après chaque matériaux ont leurs avantages et leurs inconvénients. Encore merci pour vos explications. Que Doeu vous benisse.
Essentially what Danner is.
My feet sweat so much the nails always give out because the leather rots. I don’t work in water and this is gunna save me money big time.
So, just to verify, this still has a leather insole but has a rubber midsole as opposed to a leather one?
If you're working in a lot of water maybe you should use rubber boots and save your Nicks.
Someone said it!
Red wing injex, saved my leather boots
My recommendation: If you're in water a lot, get some Neos Overshoes. They go right over your boots and are totally waterproof. My dad used them in the oil field and they lasted for years and saved his boots. All his leather boots were like new.
Way to call out Whites
In other words, walmart build for Nick's price?
You guys should not be moving away from the veg tan insole. The veg tan insole molds to your foot over time, something that rubber will never do.
They're not though. This is a tiny minority of their offerings.
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