I know this is an older video but I'm sure glad you hit 100,000 actually last I looked you're almost at a million now hopefully you're making a couple bucks by now
I think the reason why your comment sections on your videos are so polite is because a person needs a certain amount of maturity to look at work boot reviews.
I daily wear my Redbacks, for two years, they’ve outlasted everything else!! - I still think they’re the most comfortable boots I’ve ever owned. Thank you Redback!!!!!
I appreciate that this video is 3 years old but on its info I went with Redbacks over Blundstones. Couldn't be happier. Great fit and comfort. The suede looks great. And actually made in Ozzy!
We were issued them as part of our uniform for nearly 10 years in the 90’s early 2000’s. They were universally loved by our staff of over 4000 officers. The amount of complaints we received when they were withdrawn from service was incredible. The government of the day decided in their wisdom to give the supply contract to a different company, so we ended up with a lace-up/zip combination boot which pleased just about nobody. I still miss my Redbacks today.
You are actually much safer with a lace up boot with zip sides, if your foot is injured it is far easier to cut the laces to get the boot off than an elastic side. Plus elastic sides aren’t as supportive for your ankles. Elastic side boots are banned items in many workplaces.
@@crouchingwombathiddenquoll5641 regardless of HR or not mate, a busted ankle is still a thing. If you are happy with wearing lesser boots, go for it. Turn up to work wearing your Mrs’ skirt if that’s what floats your boat.
I’ve worn boots on the farm and out of work for many years, from £40 riders to £500 churches but a couple of years ago started being really affected by Achilles tendinitis which was extremely painful to walk after a while. Was put onto Redbacks and wow they are so comfortable it’s amazing, incredibly supportive boot like walking on air. I don’t have any tendinitis issues at all now, won’t wear another boot now.
Great review, I have tried over 40 different types of boots in my life, from super cheap to pretty expensive and the red back boots win hands down especially for a boot that I have worn every day. I even used one of them as a pillow one night when I was pissed. 10/10 rating from me.🇦🇺👍
@@outogetyougotyou5250 totally different boot for a different purpose. RMs are a dress boot, Redbacks are a work boot. Both can be worn casually. Both are great. Get a pair of each of you can! 🙂
Redbacks are awesome! Have been wearing them for probably 20 years. I’d say they usually last 2 - 3 years. I see friends change from Blundstone to Redbacks and they never go back. Love them!
I've had my Redback Great Barrier boots for about three months. I wear them everyday on my little farm and certainly agree that they are very, very comfortable. In this brief time I have nothing to criticize, and have several positives. Comfort, arch support (important to me), durability of the leather are attributers that I really appreciate.
I've been wearing steel toe Red Backs for 8 year's straight now. I'm a diesel mechanic. I just discovered your channel and recently watched your top 4 boot brand video and I couldn't believe it at the end.
I've been wearing Redbacks for years. I walk a lot and wear them hard, so I sometimes buy two pairs and store one of them for a year. Never had any issues with powder or moisture absorption when stored. I've worn through the outer sole, but the foam is so thick, I still wear my old pair as a gardening boot. I didn't even notice that there wasn't a shank, even when using a shovel. So comfy and so convenient for getting on and off quickly. Loving your videos and so glad that you cut open the Redbacks.
Hello wearer of Redbacks that hasn't had issues with moisture. Would you happen to live in a particular part of the world that might happen to be a little bit dry? I had a pair of that was sitting in my closet for close to 20 years and didn't have any issues with moisture. They never crumbled... They were in a closet in a part of the world that doesn't get any mold or humidity. They were a bit dry. Mine weren't redbacks or blundstones they were a South Australian brand that doesn't exist anymore.
Redbacks were suggested to my by favorite Aussie store. I was sad when they said they could no longer ship those from Oz. The suggested I try the Mongrels. Soooo... I’m two months into a pair of mongrels now and they are very comfy.
AC mongrels are soft and pliable in is the right places. Also, I have two distinctly different feet due to an unfortunate accident breaking my left hip, and my right leg compensating for left shin/foot nerve damage that’s never been correct. Sooo.. I’m happy to find a “wide toe” in a boot that compensates. I’m a complicated human. : (. I’ll never be the same foot size l to r.
I've been through 3 pairs of steel-toe Redbacks. These were the things that failed after about 4 years of daily wear: 1) Stitching around the heel starts to break 2) Insole around the heel area tears away. This usually starts visibly wearing out within 6 months of use. 3) Sole wears through around the ball of the feet to reveal the foam layer underneath. You can still wear them but eventually the foam will crack and water can seep in.
4 years of daily wear? Holy crap man, you’ve gotten your moneys worth outta them boots eh? I used to buy boots once a year, and resole them about 6 months in. I’m an ironworker though
5:45 I have a pair of red backs that stayed in my closet from about Feb 2013 until just recently started using them again for about a month and there’s no signs of any crumbling or splitting on the sole
@@adrianmark613 No, sadly. The plasticiser when left inert and inactive inside the TPU will start to leech out of the material as a vapour. The TPU left behind will go hard and be prone to cracking. This doesn't happen on a boot worn regularly as the regular flexing of the TPU sole in use blends the vaporising plasticiser back into the TPU itself.
@@adrianmark613 Same here, about about the same time. The sole failed and all this rubbery black crap fell out. 2014 they were bought. Ones before that lasted about 10 years,
I've been wearing Redback boots for 15yrs, they're pretty much my only boot - one for work, one for non-work. I get 5yrs+ out of a pair, they stay super comfortable their whole life and they don't deteriorate or crumble.
I hear that, my missus has got a hundred pairs of shoes, she must be a bloody centipede. I've got 2 pair of redbacks, ones I wear daily and a better pair. Same as you, they last about 5 years before the sole starts coming off.
I have been working in redback steel caps the $140 ones for 7 years and I go though a pair a year normally at job sites. The failure point is always the leather on the steel caps then the stitching on the mesh to leather on the ankle but they have never split on me and are still the most comfortable.
Like many others, watching your video here led me to buying a pair of Redback and after almost three years I’m happy to report it was one of the best decisions I’ve made. I now have two pairs of them and they are the only shoes I wear. Wear them in the summer and wear them in the winter, wear them at work for long hours and wear them on walks in the afterhour. I condition them with mink oil and they look just as new. I got them in black so they work for semi-formal settings, too. Will buy more in the future. Thanks again, helped me loads.
G’day, I’ve been a landscaper around Sydney for 40 years. I’ve worn Blundstone boots when they were still made in Tasmania and now I wear Redbacks. The Blundstones are a softer leather and don’t last as long. The only thing that gives out on the Redbacks, is the stitching on the inside panel. Great videos, cheers mate
My Mongrels die from stitching failure and delimitation on the inside near your arch and big toe. Theirs is due to iron ore mud and water. They last about 6months on our mine site. They are comfy and I’m happy to support an Aussie made brand🙂
My favourite Aussie do it all boot ... I've been wearing Redbacks for 20 years now as my daily wearer and in that time have worn through 2 pairs - currently on my 3rd pair. To give you some perspective on how much respect I have for these boots - in 2003 I completed a 500 mile Through Hike (Wearing Steel Toe Redbacks) crossing the French Pyrenees and Hiking across the North of Spain. I have worn these boots on Through Hikes for several hundred miles around the Islands of Japan and done hundreds of miles in the Aussie bush. These boots are so comfortable and tough - they just take an absolute beating and keep on ticking! Best Daily Wear - Do It All - Work and Hiking boot in the world; I won't buy anything else.
I’ve had my steel toe slipons with scuff cap for almost 6 years now and don’t really take care of my boots, the leather is starting to dry but they are not cracked yet. I wear them every day for shop work, outdoor work and motorcycle riding. Most comfortable boot I’ve ever owned.
I'm from Tasmania where blundstones are from and throughout my childhood I remember visiting a family friend's house which was on the same road as a really weird looking really stinky building. It made the whole street smell awful. Turns out it was the blundstone tannery, which I didn't realise until last year, a whole ten years after the tannery closed
Just an FYI, I usually go about three years before replacement. I use them in a mechanic shop scenario, so I’m pretty rough on them. Oh and a tip, replace the insole with their leather replacement after “break in”. These are the best work boots I’ve ever used. Thank for the video, always wondered why they were so squishy!!!
Same, I usually get gore tex uppers because I work in rain but those shoes don’t last more than a year and a half. I treated the boot with leather waterproofing, will test how it holds up
I’m a 54 year old HVAC service mechanic I have been in the trade 27 years I have wore White’s and Redwings through most of my career With that I’ve acquired a bad back , hip , and a severe case of plantar fasciitis. I have to work four more years before for retirement. Thank God for pharmaceuticals but after watching this video I might get some relief from my foot pain from this Redback boots , I ordered a pair during your video, thank you so much for the help. I know that they might not help but I’m willing to try. Once again Thank You
I’ve had these boots and worn them pretty much everyday for over 3 years. Still holding up great! I’m impressed with the amount of use and abuse they have received over the years. I work as a mechanic so I am on my feet a lot. Great job Redback!!
Just bought a pair of these boots work boots version and I am so impressed they are the best work boots I’ve ever worn and I’ve been in construction for 30 years up and down ladders but most of all they are comfortable after a long day working for 12hrs. they are just plain comfortable And seem to be tough so far
By FAR the best boot ever made. I am in the trades, and I have tried every boot under the sun. There is nothing as comfortable or durable/ well-made as the Redbacks. I like them so much, I bought a pair for all of my employees.
I’m in the mobile tool business and these boots are amazing. Collectively I’ve sold them for 18 years off tool trucks and they last a crazy amount of time. Great for being on concrete and slip resistance is like glue. Just found your channel today and very intrigued and well done.
I still have my first pair of Redbacks from 4yrs ago and I love them. Got them to work in coffee and waitressing and such a step up from a regular leather shoe. I can stand in them all day and not get sore and tired feet. Plus they're reasonably priced and come in small enough sizes for me to get a pair. Always love supporting local business too.
I’ve gone through numerous boots do to my job. And none have been as comfortable as these red backs. I got them cause of you. And I thank you for this. Keep on the good vibes and videos.
I bought a pair. Absolutely without a doubt 100% the best footwear I've ever had. I've felt this way for some time now. But i decided to write a review here because I recently hurt my foot. And now, these are the only footwear I can wear that doesn't make my foot hurt. And they are so tough, but comfy at the same time. I absolutely love these boots. I recommend them to everyone.
As a baker, I've had my Redbacks for 7 years. I wholeheartedly agree that they are the most comfortable boots on the market. I am just starting to shop for a second pair only because I have worn tears and cracks into the leather where my feet bend. Absolutely great brand!
Little known fact. The souls start to disintegrate if not used for a few years. They turn to a sticky jelly. Don't ask me why. But they do. Still the most comfy work boot out there.
@@huhSHUAa good boot is going to be way more comfortable just from the amount of support you’re getting from it. Especially standing on your feet all day.
I've been wearing Redbacks since Blundstone moved to Thailand. I'm on my second pair for work, with my first pair still in use for the garden, and a third pair in the wardrobe for when it's required. Love 'em.
I enjoy the progression of watching you tear apart boots with a solid knowled of leather, but an ever evolving knowledge of shoe contruction. You ask a lot of questions in real time that I'm asking myself as I watch. Great videos.
Interested to hear you mention hydrolysis. I was a professional (outdoor/hiking/climbing/mountaineering) boot tester/reviewer back in the 1990's, and ended up with cupboards full of high quality boots. The soles of many of these boots began to crumble from 5-15 years (most around 10). The soles I found worst were dual-density outsoles, with two types of rubber.
I had a pair of Blundstone brogue shoes. I left them in a cupboard for a few years and the soles distintegrated into a sticky mess. So I'm no longer a fan of the brand.
@@DimitrosSJ I think I know what youre talking about. I bought a pair of Ecco boots a long time ago. Beautiful uppers but the soles disintegrated very quickly.
I used to go through a pair of these boots every year at work. Unfortunately my work environment destroyed boots. When I retired however, the pair I had already worn at work for 6 months lasted me a further 14 years before I had to discard them. It was like losing an old friend.
@@piepiemushroom plus is made in Australia and Redback was service boots for the army before, they are oil tanned don't know why u say they'll crack....
I was a gardener and landscaper and wore both blundstones and redbacks. And yes redbacks are the most comfortable (steel toe) boot I've ever worn. I wore them so much I actually wore through the sole. Great boots!
I have tried all brands of work boots and the last 3 years i keep coming back to Redbacks best comfort,best long lasting soles and light.The grip is exceptional on wet oily surfaces aswell. They actually run one size smaller than other brands so keep that in mind.
I bought a pair of redback boots back in the 90’s. They were really comfy and lasted well. They were lace up kinda hiking boots. The only thing I didn’t like was the spider logo lol. I need some work boots and have been thinking redbacks might be a good choice again. This was helpful. Thanks.
I was issued my redbacks roughly 12 years ago, they bit the dust last week. I’d say I wore them 1/3 of that time. I’ve got pics of the wrecked soles from contacting numerous companies about resoling them- no luck. I’ll definitely be buying a new pair
Have had Redbacks for about 5 years now. Hands down, one of the most comfortable boots I've ever owned. What surprised me though was the traction on Maine snow and ice - outstanding. 👍
as an aussie ive worn many australian boots for pretty much my entire life. I do prefer redbacks and they are my current work/yard boot. My only gripe with them, is that due to the nature of the tread design they have tendency to catch small rocks/pebbles and gravel which get stuck in them. Otherwise a great hardworking boot
Do you mean traction vs. wedge sole? I'm with you. Wedge sole is my preference most of the time for the same reason you mentioned, tracking in crap. Wedge sole; no little rocks, etc. However, if I needed traction in mud or snow or climbing/cutting trees, I might require something else.
They are very popular with the farmers here the UK and I found exactly same problem they do like to collect chippings but they are a lot more comfortable than even the walking boots I own seem to be lasting well too all other brands I've had would only last 12 months and that's with spending 4-5 months in Wellingtons in the winter.
Another advantage Redbacks over Blundstones is far better grip on snow and ice. (something you can't determine from a video) I've recently had the chance to do a lot of winter walking in them, and they're FAR superior. These are great boots for Canadian winters.
I have been wearing redbacks for the past 10 years. I am a chef and I work long hours on very abrasive floorings and have found them to be the most comfortable and long wearing boots on the market. They have literally saved my feet from any discomfort. Nice to see what's actually inside.
I started wearing Redbacks 2 years ago. They are by far the most comfortable boots I have ever worn.They have been on back order for months. I hate to get anything else,looking forward to them being available again.
My red backs are still going strong 3 years in and they’re the only boots I’ve never had foot pain with. Highly recommend them. Also I grew up in aus and you gotta love them being Aussie made.
I had a pair of Redbacks that lasted all through university and then two years into my first job. Amazing boots! And the clear sole really handy keeping floors u scuffed
Hi guy's I'm from Australia 🇦🇺 I love these boots. They normally last me between two to three years and I pretty much wear them every single day at work. Hand down they are truly amazing in every department comfortable, light, water resistant and very grippy on the roof. All my pairs are the steel cap model.
5:46 I do have a pair of Redbacks with the same sole, I bought them yonks ago when I worked in machine repairs. I wore them for years with no issues but hung em up when switching jobs and havent really used em since. The answer is yes, I pulled em out recently and the sole has gone all cracked and gross. Love your stuff, good to see Australia still makes some good things.
This is what I came here for. I just got back from Australia and bought some Redbacks to replace my old ones whose soles had mysteriously disintegrated while in my closet. @RoseAnvil you asked in the video if Redback owners had that problem, so I'm here to say, unfortunately, yes. Still love the boots enough to have bought another pair. I'll try to wear them more often to prevent the problem!
I love redbacks, I've been wearing mine for about 2yrs now, I load/drive for a p&d ltl. I work on concrete, gravel, asphalt.. Usually shoes wear out way before a year, I've gone through 3 pairs of insoles and the boots are still going...BADASS BOOTS ..
i have worn both the Blundstones and Redbacks, the blundstone i wore for about 3 years, redbacks are pushing on 3 years now, struggled to find the 500's so went over to redbacks and honestly i couldn't tell which one i would rather prefer, both served me very well!
My dad was a mechanic and his tool man gave him a pair of RedBacks 10+ years ago and it really help his knees and ankles. I have wore out 3 pairs and I love them and swap between these and Lems. Best work boots I've ever owned. I'll stick with them forever. I did have a pair that the sole crumpled but they were 7 years old and had been wore everyday to work in a lab with a lot of solvents
I can vouch for the redbacks, had many types of boots as a mechanic on concrete floors all day. Redbacks were far superior in comfort and durability hands down, good Aussie product.
After watching several of your videos, I finally settled on the Redbacks. What I need first is comfort due to an issue that I don't know the name for. After that, it just needs to be durable and well-made.
My guess is that your issue is Plantar Fasciitis. I just ordered these boots to help alleviate the pain from this condition. I'm excited and hoping it works.
@@testticklehead I have since discovered that it is, indeed, PF. I still haven't worn the boots due to how stiff they are above the ankle, plus not knowing or having correct insoles. I recently got some insoles from a podiatrist and now my work shoes are better. What I really need is something that is super soft, like the crocs I wear around the house. No matter what, if my foot hurts, wearing them makes it feel better.
@@hotflashfoto Crocs are the best, I've been wearing them for years outside of work. All of my friends that originally made fun of me for wearing them years ago are now buying them. Comfort before fashion....always!
A vote from me for Redback. Wearing them for about 10 years now. Always great quality. My tip, buy them a snug (but not tight), fit, in winter. By summer, when feet swell a little, they are broken in.
I almost live in Red Back boots! I have 2 pair at anytime. Firstly my work boots which are scuffed, marked and grubby, second are my going out pair I wear under my jeans when I'm heading out dressed up. I used to wear Blundstone but had trouble with curling of the toe-box as they aged, so I moved to Red Backs and have never looked back. A special tip for winter use. Red Backs are FANTASTIC in snowy, icy conditions. Their softer soles are about as good a grip as you can get in snow and ice. Also if you ski in Japan, Red Back boots Chelsea style (elastic sides) are the perfect travel boot. For a start they're slip-on, no lace to un-do and do-up each time you enter or leave your accommodation (in Japan you must take shoes and boots off at front door and wear house slippers inside) Second and most importantly the soft gripping soles, thirdly high boot cuff keeps snow. Try it, you'll be glad you did.
It sounds like the soles are very soft. For city folks and folks working on concrete floors. I work in nature and needs hard soles on my working boots.
I've been wearing redback slip on boots as a mechanic for the last 10 years or so. I've only owned 3 pairs during that time. The first pair I found in the trash and wore them 2 years or so before buying a new pair. They are the most comfortable boot and they last forever! I'll wear redbacks for life!
As a firefighter I’ve worn these for thousands of hours over the last 4 years and I can safely say that 80% of my department wears redbacks exclusively as their daily station/work boot. We all adore our “slippers”.
@@thesheepthemightythecrazy Ive never had a traction issue. They have a pretty gummy sole. Ive hiked up shale and mopped sealed concrete floors in them with no issues haha. Durability wise they have been great. I just oil them with a little boot oil whenever they get dried out and they stay nice and supple. honestly the cushioning in the midsole is probably going to wear out before I burn through the soles or leather.
Haha, I got into it with some federal forest service firefighters. Mass casualty event, crash on a stretch of rural interstate. A lot of people, most of them injured, ran from the scene down a shale and gravel hillside into a deep wooded ravine. I was half carrying, half dragging a pretty obese half unconscious woman with a head wound back up the hill. Three firefighters standing at the top of the hill watching me struggle. Came to a barbed wire fence and was at a standstill, couldn't get her over or through it without tearing her to shreds. One of my partners found us about the same time another guy from the crash with an obviously broken arm came stumbling up to us. The three of us got her over the fence and back up to the top. I started yelling at these firefighters after the paramedics took over. They literally said they didn't want to get their boots dirty. I almost fought all three of them right there on the side of the road. Anyways, they did have stylish boots and respectable mustaches. My danners don't mind getting dirty.
I've had these for just about a year now. I wear them nearly every day and you weren't kidding about the comfort. These are the original Blundstone Killers. And for $40 dollars less. They are on my feet for about 12 hours a day and I'm about to buy a second pair to help me through the break in process for the new Nick's Chelsea boots I have on order. Thank you very much for all the great reviews. I never would have found these if it hadn't been for this video. Even my wife watches with me and she is learning a lot.
Protip: Wear them for 3 months then after they are broke in buy the Redback leather insoles for like $30. They feel even better and feel cooler in the summer. I know I've been wearing them for years.
Been wearing them for about 10 years. I work in a shop, so they will last me 2/3 years and then start to wear out. Most comfortable I have ever tried. Will definitely buy a new pair to wear after I quit working.
I’ve been wearing Blundstones for years and thought they were the most comfortable work and walk around boots I’ve ever had. You have given me incentive to try Redback next.
Thanks for the recommendations. I bought a Redback on eBay for $100 shipped from Australia. It is easy to put on, leather is really thick. Good grip. Well-built. I expect it to last for a long time.
Oh, is it legit?!?! I want some and I can't find a store that will ship them to me except for ebay, are they legit? I really want some redbacks and I would try my best to pay for the shipping.
My hubby swears by his steel toe redbacks, says they are the most comfortable boot ever. We live in SF and drive all the way to Calistoga to buy them. He is not much of an online shopper when it comes to shoes. Likes to try things on.
I’m of the same thought when it comes to Boots one manufacturer is never same the as another size wise and fit. Jeans are the same way and probably even more so these days.
Wonderful work, I love to hear you teach us your knowledge and share insights about boots. As a non English native European, can I suggest when you're using the imperial system then could you put on screen its equivalent in metric, and vice versa for Americans and so on.
The Shattered Backboard shoes are only $1k because of the colorway, and because they were limited release. Just buy a new pair for $160 and save your money. They're the same. I read a lot of the comments and I've never seen anyone suggest the shattered backboard Jordan's.
The SBB claim to fame is the leather quality. Maybe it is shitty leather and most people don't recognize it as such or it could be actually good leather. Only one way to find out.
Wearing my 2nd pair of Redbacks and I'm so glad I own these. I have wide feet and these are so comfortable! 100% Would recommend. Thank you for this video!
Can't wait for the red wings - yeah! Guess I'm going against the grain but prefer lace up or zip up over the Chelsea style boots. Would love to see the insides of Danner or Chippewa. Congrats on your channel growth.
Red Wings, Wolverine, Allen Edmonds and so on don't make any sense at all, there are tons of videos on TH-cam shoving them being resoled, you can actually see how they are made without have to destroy them...
Been wearing my Redbacks for 2 years now. I’ve worn out three sets of insoles, and the replacements are kinda expensive but they are worth it. These are the most comfortable boots I’ve ever had.
I remember getting issued a pair of similar Redbacks when I was 14 or 15 and I only got rid of them once I was about 19 and had completely blown through the soles. No cracking or splitting with everyday wear and no moisturisation, only dubbin. It was a bit painful to go back to higher heeled solid vulcanised rubber sole boots after that.
If they made a version that had a slightly more subtle sole they’d sell like hot cakes. Their current offerings may be a bit too “work” like for office settings. I do understand that is their identity/market. I’d buy a slightly toned down version
@@rjskum688 that is not lost on me. They are however, a business, and if they built a less WORKY boot they could potentially tap into some of the market primarily held by another brand from that part of the world. Timberland is primarily a work boot company but sell an immense amount of boots to people who have never worked a day in the trades in their life.
I have worn mine everyday for 4 years and they are still going strong. Never polished yet they look fantastic to this day. Mind you i live in Norway and it tough on any boot. I would recommend them any day. I have walked through snow, mountains and coastal landscapes and still love them........what a boot
It took 5 years of nearly daily wear and zero maintenance, and the Redbacks I purchased in Australia finally blew out. The leather on the side of the toe wore so thin that it gave out. Ordered a new pair from Redback USA last night and I plan to actually care for the leather this time.
I would love to see like a military boot video! Military boots are a pretty penny and there's lots of different brands, but which one would be best based of your examination of the way the boot is made?
SuburbanAxMan I wouldn’t exactly say they are for the military but I would check out 511 storm boots. I’ve worn them for about 10 years, my first pair lasted five years, the second pair less than two, and the last two pairs lasted one year each. I can’t say for certain that the quality has gone down over the years or that I have just been harder on them at work but they are one of the most comfortable footwear options I have ever found.
The only comfortable boots in the military are made by big name brands on the private market (Nike, Under Armor, etc...). Danners are good because they are resoled easily and some have gortex lining. No normal military boot is by any means light or comfortable.
Redback actually make a military boot which is issued to the Australian Defence Force, comfiest boots I’ve ever been issued and cheaper than the danners I used to wear
I've never had Blundstones but I used to have a pair of steel capped Redback boots that I wore 4-5 days a week at work for 4 years. Best investment ever and remained really comfortable.
For me, thickness of PU is a bad thing, as I have an ankle fusion that necessitates stiff and stable shoes. Not always the most comfortable, but otherwise I limp... For the normal person, I do worry that it'll deform over time and lead to a weirdly broken in boot, but that might just be alarmist. It's pretty useful to see boots cut in half, even if I'm looking for something a little different! Thanks for all the info!
I was thinking the same thing. I was a bit alarmed at how much foam was in there. I'd like the leather of the redbacks on the soles of the blundstones please :)
I’m a mechanic in Phoenix, AZ I have used these boots for probably 13 years! They are awesome and they last me about 4 years before the leather wears through. Highly recommended
My redbacks lasted about two years of daily kitchen use. The souls are still super comfy thick and firm but the leather developed a bend tear at the front ball from being dried out by chemicals ect. 👍
I have the steel toe Blue Tongue Redbacks and they're incredibly light for a steel toe boot and crazy comfortable. They've lasted for years and never have any issues when stored.
Been wearing these types of boots all my working life . Had all the brands, Rossi, redbacks, Olivers, Mongrel, T boot,Blundstones, steel blue. Where they fail for me is the heel. See how thin the tread material is at the back of the heel. Once that goes air and water gets in and that TPU ( thermoplastic polyurethane) just falls apart. The tread material needs to be thicker by at least another 3mm. This TPU is the stuff that fails even if you don’t use them often and store them. Once it reaches a certain age a chemical reaction occurs and it disintegrates. Its called Hydrolysis. Why they can’t use a more stable alternative material I don’t know. My thongs don’t fail after a few years of not wearing them. Why not use that kind of rubber? They can put polymers, plastics and rubber and silicone etc in space and the bottom of the ocean but none of these boot people can improve on TPU. Give me a pair of boots that are TPU free and have a thicker tread.
I started out with Jenkins in the late 80s but when they folded went to Blundstone but was never happy with them they were hard to break in and squished my foot , Redbacks for the last twenty years.
Looking forward to the other boot being cut open when it’s worn. Typically, how long before foam starts to crumble? For the most expensive boots, why don’t you ask people to send you their used ones to cut open?
I only buy new ones boots from the company because I want to make sure i have the most up to date version and if im going to talk bad about a boot i think it's only fair to review their most up to date version. Also i don't want to cut open someones boot that is full of their sweat ha ha but that being said ive been thinking it would be cool to see a worn out version of the boots be cut in half to how they wore.
@@RoseAnvil So i was just about to leave a comment suggesting I send you my old boots. they are the exact model that you just reviewed, but i have been wearing them every day for at least three years.
@@RoseAnvil Funny you should ask, I'm about ready to retire my steel-toed Redbacks after 10 faithful years. If my video production skills are good enough....
I just ordered my 5th pair and work in them every day! They last about 5 years a pair on average! Definitely the best boots you can get if you’re on your feet all day!!
Rossi's have always been my favorite. Until recently I couldn't find them and ended up buying Redback. Personally I think that Rossi 903's are a better boot than the Redback. The large leather loop on the Rossi is a real bonus over the Redbacks and they seem to be a bit better made. At the end of the day though, it comes down to what you feel more comfortable in.
I been wearing these redbacks. I worked on my feet for years as a mechanic. These redbacks are the only shoe that I can wear and my feet not hurt. If you have plantar fasciitis or any foot problems this shoe WILL be your freind. Trust me. After all these years this shoe is only thing I can wear and get thru the day.. Well worth the money.
Great review! I've had the blundstone 500s for the longest time and after watching this, I decided to get a pair of these boots. Completely blown away. Found my new favorites!
I bought a pair of these in Australia based on your video. I even told the shop owner these were the most comfortable boots based on your channel. He was a little skeptical and instead showed me a pair of Mongrel Boots, another Australian brand. It was also very comfy. Redbacks vs Mongrels would be a good comparison video to make. Now to be fair, he showed me the Mongrel Derby Shoe, not a boot, which may not be a fair comparison. But if the soles are the same on the boot, it could be valid.
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You need to do a outsole burn test on every shoe from now onwards
Redback vs Rossi ?
I’ve never worn red back boots but am now keen to try em I have mongrel boots I feel like they maybe a worthy opponent for the red back boots😄
I know this is an older video but I'm sure glad you hit 100,000 actually last I looked you're almost at a million now hopefully you're making a couple bucks by now
I think the reason why your comment sections on your videos are so polite is because a person needs a certain amount of maturity to look at work boot reviews.
I don't 🍆➡️⭕
@@coryparni3620 😂
I struggle to be rude about work boots
Not me , some times I just put my foot in it .
Fuck that!
I daily wear my Redbacks, for two years, they’ve outlasted everything else!! - I still think they’re the most comfortable boots I’ve ever owned. Thank you Redback!!!!!
I appreciate that this video is 3 years old but on its info I went with Redbacks over Blundstones. Couldn't be happier. Great fit and comfort. The suede looks great. And actually made in Ozzy!
Awesome Job.
If I can make a suggestion ..... weight each pair of boots and include this info in each of your comparisons. Thanks!
This!
I really like this idea
brilliant
Good thinking John!
John Konkin that’s a good thought.
We were issued them as part of our uniform for nearly 10 years in the 90’s early 2000’s. They were universally loved by our staff of over 4000 officers. The amount of complaints we received when they were withdrawn from service was incredible. The government of the day decided in their wisdom to give the supply contract to a different company, so we ended up with a lace-up/zip combination boot which pleased just about nobody. I still miss my Redbacks today.
Sounds like someone in the government got richer off using the taxpayers’ money for crap laced zip boots! Typical
You are actually much safer with a lace up boot with zip sides, if your foot is injured it is far easier to cut the laces to get the boot off than an elastic side. Plus elastic sides aren’t as supportive for your ankles. Elastic side boots are banned items in many workplaces.
@@rsoul7282 I have a small gardening business mostly pushing a mower and love my redbacks .
@@rsoul7282
HR has no power here. Sit down.
@@crouchingwombathiddenquoll5641 regardless of HR or not mate, a busted ankle is still a thing. If you are happy with wearing lesser boots, go for it. Turn up to work wearing your Mrs’ skirt if that’s what floats your boat.
I’ve worn boots on the farm and out of work for many years, from £40 riders to £500 churches but a couple of years ago started being really affected by Achilles tendinitis which was extremely painful to walk after a while. Was put onto Redbacks and wow they are so comfortable it’s amazing, incredibly supportive boot like walking on air. I don’t have any tendinitis issues at all now, won’t wear another boot now.
Thankyou for your possative comment as I'm on my feet all day comfort is key .Redbacks sound just the ticket
Great review, I have tried over 40 different types of boots in my life, from super cheap to pretty expensive and the red back boots win hands down especially for a boot that I have worn every day. I even used one of them as a pillow one night when I was pissed. 10/10 rating from me.🇦🇺👍
Just please promise us to never drink out of it mate ! lol
@@edwardfletcher7790 hahahahhahahahahhahahha
Pillow................ROFL..............
How do you find then against something like RM Williams?
@@outogetyougotyou5250 totally different boot for a different purpose. RMs are a dress boot, Redbacks are a work boot. Both can be worn casually. Both are great. Get a pair of each of you can! 🙂
Redbacks are awesome! Have been wearing them for probably 20 years. I’d say they usually last 2 - 3 years. I see friends change from Blundstone to Redbacks and they never go back. Love them!
I've had my Redback Great Barrier boots for about three months. I wear them everyday on my little farm and certainly agree that they are very, very comfortable. In this brief time I have nothing to criticize, and have several positives. Comfort, arch support (important to me), durability of the leather are attributers that I really appreciate.
I've been wearing steel toe Red Backs for 8 year's straight now. I'm a diesel mechanic. I just discovered your channel and recently watched your top 4 boot brand video and I couldn't believe it at the end.
I've been wearing Redbacks for years. I walk a lot and wear them hard, so I sometimes buy two pairs and store one of them for a year. Never had any issues with powder or moisture absorption when stored. I've worn through the outer sole, but the foam is so thick, I still wear my old pair as a gardening boot. I didn't even notice that there wasn't a shank, even when using a shovel.
So comfy and so convenient for getting on and off quickly.
Loving your videos and so glad that you cut open the Redbacks.
How long would you say a pair lasts you if you were to wear them about 8-9 hours per day?
Hello wearer of Redbacks that hasn't had issues with moisture.
Would you happen to live in a particular part of the world that might happen to be a little bit dry?
I had a pair of that was sitting in my closet for close to 20 years and didn't have any issues with moisture. They never crumbled... They were in a closet in a part of the world that doesn't get any mold or humidity. They were a bit dry.
Mine weren't redbacks or blundstones they were a South Australian brand that doesn't exist anymore.
Redbacks were suggested to my by favorite Aussie store. I was sad when they said they could no longer ship those from Oz. The suggested I try the Mongrels. Soooo... I’m two months into a pair of mongrels now and they are very comfy.
James Hamilton I love mongrels, my favourite boot!
AC mongrels are soft and pliable in is the right places. Also, I have two distinctly different feet due to an unfortunate accident breaking my left hip, and my right leg compensating for left shin/foot nerve damage that’s never been correct. Sooo.. I’m happy to find a “wide toe” in a boot that compensates. I’m a complicated human. : (. I’ll never be the same foot size l to r.
I've been through 3 pairs of steel-toe Redbacks. These were the things that failed after about 4 years of daily wear:
1) Stitching around the heel starts to break
2) Insole around the heel area tears away. This usually starts visibly wearing out within 6 months of use.
3) Sole wears through around the ball of the feet to reveal the foam layer underneath. You can still wear them but eventually the foam will crack and water can seep in.
This was very informative actually. But 4 years of use ain't bad for that price either
Can’t say mine have worn like that after near 2 years wear. I’ve replaced inner soles but they’re still going strong.
4 years of daily wear? Holy crap man, you’ve gotten your moneys worth outta them boots eh? I used to buy boots once a year, and resole them about 6 months in. I’m an ironworker though
5:45
I have a pair of red backs that stayed in my closet from about Feb 2013 until just recently started using them again for about a month and there’s no signs of any crumbling or splitting on the sole
Mine start too crumble.. rarely used it in 3 years.. is there a way to treat it?
@@adrianmark613 No, sadly. The plasticiser when left inert and inactive inside the TPU will start to leech out of the material as a vapour. The TPU left behind will go hard and be prone to cracking. This doesn't happen on a boot worn regularly as the regular flexing of the TPU sole in use blends the vaporising plasticiser back into the TPU itself.
@@tripsadelica too late. I alrdy remove the sole. And will be resole with other rubber sole
@@adrianmark613 Same here, about about the same time. The sole failed and all this rubbery black crap fell out. 2014 they were bought. Ones before that lasted about 10 years,
@@tripsadelica ugh why do they even use this material? Thanks for the detailed info
I've been wearing Redback boots for 15yrs, they're pretty much my only boot - one for work, one for non-work. I get 5yrs+ out of a pair, they stay super comfortable their whole life and they don't deteriorate or crumble.
I hear that, my missus has got a hundred pairs of shoes, she must be a bloody centipede. I've got 2 pair of redbacks, ones I wear daily and a better pair.
Same as you, they last about 5 years before the sole starts coming off.
Good name you got mate, I reckon mack boots aren’t too bad either
I have been working in redback steel caps the $140 ones for 7 years and I go though a pair a year normally at job sites.
The failure point is always the leather on the steel caps then the stitching on the mesh to leather on the ankle but they have never split on me and are still the most comfortable.
Like many others, watching your video here led me to buying a pair of Redback and after almost three years I’m happy to report it was one of the best decisions I’ve made. I now have two pairs of them and they are the only shoes I wear. Wear them in the summer and wear them in the winter, wear them at work for long hours and wear them on walks in the afterhour. I condition them with mink oil and they look just as new. I got them in black so they work for semi-formal settings, too. Will buy more in the future. Thanks again, helped me loads.
G’day, I’ve been a landscaper around Sydney for 40 years. I’ve worn Blundstone boots when they were still made in Tasmania and now I wear Redbacks.
The Blundstones are a softer leather and don’t last as long. The only thing that gives out on the Redbacks, is the stitching on the inside panel.
Great videos, cheers mate
I've had that problem too , usually go through 2 pairs in a year . Alternating daily
How long does 1 pair usually last you mate?
My Mongrels die from stitching failure and delimitation on the inside near your arch and big toe. Theirs is due to iron ore mud and water. They last about 6months on our mine site. They are comfy and I’m happy to support an Aussie made brand🙂
My favourite Aussie do it all boot ... I've been wearing Redbacks for 20 years now as my daily wearer and in that time have worn through 2 pairs - currently on my 3rd pair. To give you some perspective on how much respect I have for these boots - in 2003 I completed a 500 mile Through Hike (Wearing Steel Toe Redbacks) crossing the French Pyrenees and Hiking across the North of Spain. I have worn these boots on Through Hikes for several hundred miles around the Islands of Japan and done hundreds of miles in the Aussie bush. These boots are so comfortable and tough - they just take an absolute beating and keep on ticking! Best Daily Wear - Do It All - Work and Hiking boot in the world; I won't buy anything else.
Were yours a different sole ?
I can't imagine 4mm of TPU would last that long ??
thanks for sharing
@@edwardfletcher7790 No, the standard sole ... they last very well indeed.
I’ve had my steel toe slipons with scuff cap for almost 6 years now and don’t really take care of my boots, the leather is starting to dry but they are not cracked yet.
I wear them every day for shop work, outdoor work and motorcycle riding.
Most comfortable boot I’ve ever owned.
I'm from Tasmania where blundstones are from and throughout my childhood I remember visiting a family friend's house which was on the same road as a really weird looking really stinky building. It made the whole street smell awful. Turns out it was the blundstone tannery, which I didn't realise until last year, a whole ten years after the tannery closed
and your point is
@@rum5812 It is just an interesting story. Not everything in life needs a punchline.
The smell come from the rubber i guest..bcse real rubber smell alot..
@@Rainbow-kl9hyyou obviously don't know what a tannery is
@@Rainbow-kl9hy Tannery's stink. Worked at a beef abattoir which had a tannery. You could smell it from a mile away
Just an FYI, I usually go about three years before replacement. I use them in a mechanic shop scenario, so I’m pretty rough on them. Oh and a tip, replace the insole with their leather replacement after “break in”. These are the best work boots I’ve ever used. Thank for the video, always wondered why they were so squishy!!!
By far, best boot review channel. Never seen you break down a sole that defined, must be really comfortable.
I just bought Redbacks and now I’m watching this video... I gotta say I’m feeling pretty, pretty pretty good about myself ✌️
What are your thoughts on the boots after 4 months mate?
Same, I usually get gore tex uppers because I work in rain but those shoes don’t last more than a year and a half. I treated the boot with leather waterproofing, will test how it holds up
I just bloody bought Blundstones but glad I watched coz I need a second pair. I'll go the Redbacks after reading all these comments
Are you Larry David?
I’m a 54 year old HVAC service mechanic I have been in the trade 27 years I have wore White’s and Redwings through most of my career With that I’ve acquired a bad back , hip , and a severe case of plantar fasciitis. I have to work four more years before for retirement. Thank God for pharmaceuticals but after watching this video I might get some relief from my foot pain from this Redback boots , I ordered a pair during your video, thank you so much for the help. I know that they might not help but I’m willing to try.
Once again Thank You
How did you find the boots?
@@alexfranklin2898
I have wore these boots now for months and still really like them. I ordered from Redback direct
Yeah, how did they go? I’m 45 and was having some knee issues. Bought some red backs and realised it was my boots causing the problem.
How are the redback’s going? Are they better? Have you been to a podiatrist or heard of orthotic shoes?
I’ve had these boots and worn them pretty much everyday for over 3 years. Still holding up great! I’m impressed with the amount of use and abuse they have received over the years. I work as a mechanic so I am on my feet a lot.
Great job Redback!!
Just bought a pair of these boots work boots version and I am so impressed they are the best work boots I’ve ever worn and I’ve been in construction for 30 years up and down ladders but most of all they are comfortable after a long day working for 12hrs. they are just plain comfortable And seem to be tough so far
By FAR the best boot ever made. I am in the trades, and I have tried every boot under the sun. There is nothing as comfortable or durable/ well-made as the Redbacks. I like them so much, I bought a pair for all of my employees.
I’m in the mobile tool business and these boots are amazing. Collectively I’ve sold them for 18 years off tool trucks and they last a crazy amount of time. Great for being on concrete and slip resistance is like glue. Just found your channel today and very intrigued and well done.
it is amazing how the cat suppervised every single activity made like a BOSS.
I still have my first pair of Redbacks from 4yrs ago and I love them. Got them to work in coffee and waitressing and such a step up from a regular leather shoe. I can stand in them all day and not get sore and tired feet. Plus they're reasonably priced and come in small enough sizes for me to get a pair. Always love supporting local business too.
I’ve gone through numerous boots do to my job. And none have been as comfortable as these red backs. I got them cause of you. And I thank you for this. Keep on the good vibes and videos.
How are they in the rain/ mud?
@@GusI727 rain awesome. Mud I don’t know. Haven’t gone in super deep mud
rossi is australia's second biggest boot maker. I buy them because they are local. Keen to see how they compare.
I am currently trying to decide between a pair of Redbacks and Rossi boots so I would like to see Rossi boots broken down :)
Yeah rossies!!!!
Rossi Desert Ripple Soles are the best and an iconic aussie shoe
bizarro20daves As are Mongrel boots
i think eventually I will get to them but if i remember correctly they are a little harder to get in the states
I bought a pair. Absolutely without a doubt 100% the best footwear I've ever had. I've felt this way for some time now. But i decided to write a review here because I recently hurt my foot. And now, these are the only footwear I can wear that doesn't make my foot hurt. And they are so tough, but comfy at the same time. I absolutely love these boots. I recommend them to everyone.
As a baker, I've had my Redbacks for 7 years. I wholeheartedly agree that they are the most comfortable boots on the market. I am just starting to shop for a second pair only because I have worn tears and cracks into the leather where my feet bend. Absolutely great brand!
Little known fact. The souls start to disintegrate if not used for a few years. They turn to a sticky jelly. Don't ask me why. But they do.
Still the most comfy work boot out there.
Why would a baker need boots😂😂. The have sneaker 3x the comfort
@@huhSHUAa good boot is going to be way more comfortable just from the amount of support you’re getting from it. Especially standing on your feet all day.
@@weebogeeta negative
@@huhSHUAyou’ve obviously never worn redbacks
I've been wearing Redbacks since Blundstone moved to Thailand. I'm on my second pair for work, with my first pair still in use for the garden, and a third pair in the wardrobe for when it's required. Love 'em.
Yeah I'ma get two pairs of the great barriers. One pair for work and the other pair to wear. They look so nice with pants.
I enjoy the progression of watching you tear apart boots with a solid knowled of leather, but an ever evolving knowledge of shoe contruction. You ask a lot of questions in real time that I'm asking myself as I watch. Great videos.
Interested to hear you mention hydrolysis. I was a professional (outdoor/hiking/climbing/mountaineering) boot tester/reviewer back in the 1990's, and ended up with cupboards full of high quality boots. The soles of many of these boots began to crumble from 5-15 years (most around 10). The soles I found worst were dual-density outsoles, with two types of rubber.
Thanks for that redundant information!
@@latetodagame1892 LOL
I had a pair of Blundstone brogue shoes. I left them in a cupboard for a few years and the soles distintegrated into a sticky mess. So I'm no longer a fan of the brand.
So maybe you remember ECCO Track boots family? Isn't these Redbacks got the same protector print like ECCO had in 1990-th and early 2000-th?
@@DimitrosSJ I think I know what youre talking about. I bought a pair of Ecco boots a long time ago. Beautiful uppers but the soles disintegrated very quickly.
I used to go through a pair of these boots every year at work. Unfortunately my work environment destroyed boots. When I retired however, the pair I had already worn at work for 6 months lasted me a further 14 years before I had to discard them. It was like losing an old friend.
that's the problem with cemented sole, they can't be resoled
Blundstone 172 work boot mate! Yer all trippin on redbacks when this boot is phenomenal!
@@piepiemushroom yea the leather ain't as good as rebacks, I own it too, looks stylish but is leather thinner than redback
@@MasterofPlay7 disagree mate! Redback leather is thirsty mate! Its thicker but cracks , colour fades quicker! You have to treat leather often.
@@piepiemushroom plus is made in Australia and Redback was service boots for the army before, they are oil tanned don't know why u say they'll crack....
I was a gardener and landscaper and wore both blundstones and redbacks. And yes redbacks are the most comfortable (steel toe) boot I've ever worn. I wore them so much I actually wore through the sole. Great boots!
For a second there I thought you were going to say that you bought the company.
No that is Remington! @@woofbark4475 😁
I have tried all brands of work boots and the last 3 years i keep coming back to Redbacks best comfort,best long lasting soles and light.The grip is exceptional on wet oily surfaces aswell.
They actually run one size smaller than other brands so keep that in mind.
Odd to me that some of y'all consider these to be work boots, when I barely even consider them to be boots. More like a boot-type of shoe.
I bought a pair of redback boots back in the 90’s. They were really comfy and lasted well. They were lace up kinda hiking boots. The only thing I didn’t like was the spider logo lol. I need some work boots and have been thinking redbacks might be a good choice again. This was helpful. Thanks.
I was issued my redbacks roughly 12 years ago, they bit the dust last week. I’d say I wore them 1/3 of that time.
I’ve got pics of the wrecked soles from contacting numerous companies about resoling them- no luck. I’ll definitely be buying a new pair
Have had Redbacks for about 5 years now. Hands down, one of the most comfortable boots I've ever owned. What surprised me though was the traction on Maine snow and ice - outstanding. 👍
if you work on slippery roofs these are the best
Good to know. Was wondering how an Australian boot would hold up in the snow and ice we get in Canada.
@@leahgeller9988 hell yeah!
as an aussie ive worn many australian boots for pretty much my entire life. I do prefer redbacks and they are my current work/yard boot. My only gripe with them, is that due to the nature of the tread design they have tendency to catch small rocks/pebbles and gravel which get stuck in them. Otherwise a great hardworking boot
Do you mean traction vs. wedge sole? I'm with you. Wedge sole is my preference most of the time for the same reason you mentioned, tracking in crap. Wedge sole; no little rocks, etc. However, if I needed traction in mud or snow or climbing/cutting trees, I might require something else.
@@sweetiepienumber1 no i simply mean the tread design/pattern on the sole of the boot
WeLl said, I confirm this
They are very popular with the farmers here the UK and I found exactly same problem they do like to collect chippings but they are a lot more comfortable than even the walking boots I own seem to be lasting well too all other brands I've had would only last 12 months and that's with spending 4-5 months in Wellingtons in the winter.
Another advantage Redbacks over Blundstones is far better grip on snow and ice. (something you can't determine from a video) I've recently had the chance to do a lot of winter walking in them, and they're FAR superior. These are great boots for Canadian winters.
Very useful comment. Thank you!🇨🇦 in need of something of quality for our winters.
I have been wearing redbacks for the past 10 years. I am a chef and I work long hours on very abrasive floorings and have found them to be the most comfortable and long wearing boots on the market. They have literally saved my feet from any discomfort. Nice to see what's actually inside.
I'm a tradesman in Australia, I switched from blundstone to redback mainly because they last twice as long, but I love that they're made in Oz.
I started wearing Redbacks 2 years ago. They are by far the most comfortable boots I have ever worn.They have been on back order for months. I hate to get anything else,looking forward to them being available again.
My red backs are still going strong 3 years in and they’re the only boots I’ve never had foot pain with. Highly recommend them. Also I grew up in aus and you gotta love them being Aussie made.
I had a pair of Redbacks that lasted all through university and then two years into my first job. Amazing boots! And the clear sole really handy keeping floors u scuffed
Hi guy's I'm from Australia 🇦🇺 I love these boots. They normally last me between two to three years and I pretty much wear them every single day at work. Hand down they are truly amazing in every department comfortable, light, water resistant and very grippy on the roof. All my pairs are the steel cap model.
5:46 I do have a pair of Redbacks with the same sole, I bought them yonks ago when I worked in machine repairs. I wore them for years with no issues but hung em up when switching jobs and havent really used em since. The answer is yes, I pulled em out recently and the sole has gone all cracked and gross. Love your stuff, good to see Australia still makes some good things.
This is what I came here for. I just got back from Australia and bought some Redbacks to replace my old ones whose soles had mysteriously disintegrated while in my closet. @RoseAnvil you asked in the video if Redback owners had that problem, so I'm here to say, unfortunately, yes. Still love the boots enough to have bought another pair. I'll try to wear them more often to prevent the problem!
I love redbacks, I've been wearing mine for about 2yrs now, I load/drive for a p&d ltl. I work on concrete, gravel, asphalt..
Usually shoes wear out way before a year, I've gone through 3 pairs of insoles and the boots are still going...BADASS BOOTS ..
i have worn both the Blundstones and Redbacks, the blundstone i wore for about 3 years, redbacks are pushing on 3 years now, struggled to find the 500's so went over to redbacks and honestly i couldn't tell which one i would rather prefer, both served me very well!
My dad was a mechanic and his tool man gave him a pair of RedBacks 10+ years ago and it really help his knees and ankles. I have wore out 3 pairs and I love them and swap between these and Lems. Best work boots I've ever owned. I'll stick with them forever. I did have a pair that the sole crumpled but they were 7 years old and had been wore everyday to work in a lab with a lot of solvents
I can vouch for the redbacks, had many types of boots as a mechanic on concrete floors all day. Redbacks were far superior in comfort and durability hands down, good Aussie product.
Dang, this channel is gonna explode, when you destroy vintage Jordan's. Can't wait..Love this channel, keep up the good work..
I have been using Redbacks for years and love them! I do have steel blue's as my daily shoe at the moment, but I always go back to my redbacks!
Is that clip on the back of Toaster's harness so he can go out on a leash or is it so he can pull a 4x4 out of a ditch;?
That's for his parachute.
Or his jetpack.
all of the above ha ha
Dude..... only evil cats wear multi functional harness. After many episodes, the face didn't gave it way yet? 😁
It's for frickin laser beams. :P
After watching several of your videos, I finally settled on the Redbacks. What I need first is comfort due to an issue that I don't know the name for. After that, it just needs to be durable and well-made.
My guess is that your issue is Plantar Fasciitis. I just ordered these boots to help alleviate the pain from this condition. I'm excited and hoping it works.
@@testticklehead I have since discovered that it is, indeed, PF. I still haven't worn the boots due to how stiff they are above the ankle, plus not knowing or having correct insoles. I recently got some insoles from a podiatrist and now my work shoes are better. What I really need is something that is super soft, like the crocs I wear around the house. No matter what, if my foot hurts, wearing them makes it feel better.
@@hotflashfoto Crocs are the best, I've been wearing them for years outside of work. All of my friends that originally made fun of me for wearing them years ago are now buying them. Comfort before fashion....always!
A vote from me for Redback. Wearing them for about 10 years now.
Always great quality.
My tip, buy them a snug (but not tight), fit, in winter.
By summer, when feet swell a little, they are broken in.
Great tip!
I almost live in Red Back boots! I have 2 pair at anytime. Firstly my work boots which are scuffed, marked and grubby, second are my going out pair I wear under my jeans when I'm heading out dressed up. I used to wear Blundstone but had trouble with curling of the toe-box as they aged, so I moved to Red Backs and have never looked back. A special tip for winter use. Red Backs are FANTASTIC in snowy, icy conditions. Their softer soles are about as good a grip as you can get in snow and ice. Also if you ski in Japan, Red Back boots Chelsea style (elastic sides) are the perfect travel boot. For a start they're slip-on, no lace to un-do and do-up each time you enter or leave your accommodation (in Japan you must take shoes and boots off at front door and wear house slippers inside) Second and most importantly the soft gripping soles, thirdly high boot cuff keeps snow. Try it, you'll be glad you did.
Ive purchased 2 pairs of red backs each lasted roughly 4 years of every day use as a auto mechanic
How on earth did that thin 4mm sole last so long!! Wow!
Same
It sounds like the soles are very soft. For city folks and folks working on concrete floors.
I work in nature and needs hard soles on my working boots.
I've been wearing redback slip on boots as a mechanic for the last 10 years or so. I've only owned 3 pairs during that time. The first pair I found in the trash and wore them 2 years or so before buying a new pair. They are the most comfortable boot and they last forever! I'll wear redbacks for life!
As a firefighter I’ve worn these for thousands of hours over the last 4 years and I can safely say that 80% of my department wears redbacks exclusively as their daily station/work boot. We all adore our “slippers”.
how durable are these? and are they slip resistant on wet and oily floors?
@@thesheepthemightythecrazy Ive never had a traction issue. They have a pretty gummy sole. Ive hiked up shale and mopped sealed concrete floors in them with no issues haha. Durability wise they have been great. I just oil them with a little boot oil whenever they get dried out and they stay nice and supple. honestly the cushioning in the midsole is probably going to wear out before I burn through the soles or leather.
@@squidog94 thank you for the info.
Haha, I got into it with some federal forest service firefighters. Mass casualty event, crash on a stretch of rural interstate. A lot of people, most of them injured, ran from the scene down a shale and gravel hillside into a deep wooded ravine. I was half carrying, half dragging a pretty obese half unconscious woman with a head wound back up the hill. Three firefighters standing at the top of the hill watching me struggle. Came to a barbed wire fence and was at a standstill, couldn't get her over or through it without tearing her to shreds. One of my partners found us about the same time another guy from the crash with an obviously broken arm came stumbling up to us. The three of us got her over the fence and back up to the top. I started yelling at these firefighters after the paramedics took over. They literally said they didn't want to get their boots dirty. I almost fought all three of them right there on the side of the road. Anyways, they did have stylish boots and respectable mustaches.
My danners don't mind getting dirty.
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Meant that last reply to be tagged
I've been wearing redback boots since 09 when the snap on guy was the only one who sold it in my area. I've gotten so many people hooked on them.
I've been buying them since 03 from snap-on. Best boot I've ever worn.
I've had these for just about a year now. I wear them nearly every day and you weren't kidding about the comfort. These are the original Blundstone Killers. And for $40 dollars less. They are on my feet for about 12 hours a day and I'm about to buy a second pair to help me through the break in process for the new Nick's Chelsea boots I have on order. Thank you very much for all the great reviews. I never would have found these if it hadn't been for this video. Even my wife watches with me and she is learning a lot.
Protip: Wear them for 3 months then after they are broke in buy the Redback leather insoles for like $30. They feel even better and feel cooler in the summer. I know I've been wearing them for years.
A 'leather' insole.. keeps you cool in the summer?
@@blickluke
Yeah. Like leather car seats. 😄
I actually don't know. If the man is Australian I think we can take his word for it.
That’s not a knife...
@@robertlarsen6516
Who's talking about knoifs here?
@@blickluke leather has to ability to keep you warm as well as cool.
Been wearing them for about 10 years. I work in a shop, so they will last me 2/3 years and then start to wear out. Most comfortable I have ever tried. Will definitely buy a new pair to wear after I quit working.
I’ve been wearing Blundstones for years and thought they were the most comfortable work and walk around boots I’ve ever had. You have given me incentive to try Redback next.
Once you get used to the arch support you'll never go back.
Thanks for the recommendations. I bought a Redback on eBay for $100 shipped from Australia. It is easy to put on, leather is really thick. Good grip. Well-built. I expect it to last for a long time.
Oh, is it legit?!?! I want some and I can't find a store that will ship them to me except for ebay, are they legit? I really want some redbacks and I would try my best to pay for the shipping.
I had my pair for three years. I love Redbacks! Thanks for reviewing them.
Came here because of the boots, staying for Toaster, you, and the super nice comments section!
Super nice .. 😅🤣😂
My hubby swears by his steel toe redbacks, says they are the most comfortable boot ever. We live in SF and drive all the way to Calistoga to buy them. He is not much of an online shopper when it comes to shoes. Likes to try things on.
I’m of the same thought when it comes to Boots one manufacturer is never same the as another size wise and fit. Jeans are the same way and probably even more so these days.
619 OG ooh tell me more. 😊 I’m not familiar do they make steel toe boots?
I've been wearing my red backs for about 4 years, in a mechanic shop, hiking, fabrication shop, every day. Great boot, very comfortable.
Wonderful work, I love to hear you teach us your knowledge and share insights about boots.
As a non English native European, can I suggest when you're using the imperial system then could you put on screen its equivalent in metric, and vice versa for Americans and so on.
The Shattered Backboard shoes are only $1k because of the colorway, and because they were limited release. Just buy a new pair for $160 and save your money. They're the same. I read a lot of the comments and I've never seen anyone suggest the shattered backboard Jordan's.
im pretty sure they suggested the sbb because they claim its the colourway with best leather quality
ya its got to be the real deal, what do you think the most requested shoe is?
@@RoseAnvil probably the iron rangers, I see them EVERYWHERE in the comments
The SBB claim to fame is the leather quality. Maybe it is shitty leather and most people don't recognize it as such or it could be actually good leather.
Only one way to find out.
@@alex_inside the hi 85 seems to have thicker leather
Wearing my 2nd pair of Redbacks and I'm so glad I own these. I have wide feet and these are so comfortable! 100% Would recommend. Thank you for this video!
Rubber soles are like magic. Lots of grip, and they never wear out.
Can't wait for the red wings - yeah! Guess I'm going against the grain but prefer lace up or zip up over the Chelsea style boots. Would love to see the insides of Danner or Chippewa. Congrats on your channel growth.
Thanks, those brands are definitely in the works
Sounds good. BTW enjoyed the video - made me think about getting a pair of these, since you found them to be so comfortable and well constructed.
tom brown I like the lace ups too. But sometimes the old back likes the slip-ons with a long shoe horn.
Red Wings, Wolverine, Allen Edmonds and so on don't make any sense at all, there are tons of videos on TH-cam shoving them being resoled, you can actually see how they are made without have to destroy them...
Red Wings were great boots at one time. They haven't been great for quite a long time now. Sad really.
Been wearing my Redbacks for 2 years now. I’ve worn out three sets of insoles, and the replacements are kinda expensive but they are worth it. These are the most comfortable boots I’ve ever had.
I remember getting issued a pair of similar Redbacks when I was 14 or 15 and I only got rid of them once I was about 19 and had completely blown through the soles. No cracking or splitting with everyday wear and no moisturisation, only dubbin. It was a bit painful to go back to higher heeled solid vulcanised rubber sole boots after that.
If they made a version that had a slightly more subtle sole they’d sell like hot cakes. Their current offerings may be a bit too “work” like for office settings. I do understand that is their identity/market. I’d buy a slightly toned down version
Have you told Redback this? I would totally buy a more casual version!
@@cjdontthink2 I didn't think to initially, but I just sent them a message after I saw your reply
@@bahb6883 they are WORK boots. Designed and made for people who don't work in offices. Mechanics, landscapers and plumber and such.
@@rjskum688 that is not lost on me. They are however, a business, and if they built a less WORKY boot they could potentially tap into some of the market primarily held by another brand from that part of the world. Timberland is primarily a work boot company but sell an immense amount of boots to people who have never worked a day in the trades in their life.
I totally agree with this. I farm, and chose Blundstones over Redbacks because I’d be happy with them for not only work, but also play.
I have worn mine everyday for 4 years and they are still going strong. Never polished yet they look fantastic to this day. Mind you i live in Norway and it tough on any boot.
I would recommend them any day. I have walked through snow, mountains and coastal landscapes and still love them........what a boot
It took 5 years of nearly daily wear and zero maintenance, and the Redbacks I purchased in Australia finally blew out. The leather on the side of the toe wore so thin that it gave out. Ordered a new pair from Redback USA last night and I plan to actually care for the leather this time.
I would love to see like a military boot video! Military boots are a pretty penny and there's lots of different brands, but which one would be best based of your examination of the way the boot is made?
SuburbanAxMan I wouldn’t exactly say they are for the military but I would check out 511 storm boots. I’ve worn them for about 10 years, my first pair lasted five years, the second pair less than two, and the last two pairs lasted one year each. I can’t say for certain that the quality has gone down over the years or that I have just been harder on them at work but they are one of the most comfortable footwear options I have ever found.
@@AndrewQuinn42 thanks, do they comply with army regulations? I'm talking actually military boots for like military personnel
The only comfortable boots in the military are made by big name brands on the private market (Nike, Under Armor, etc...). Danners are good because they are resoled easily and some have gortex lining. No normal military boot is by any means light or comfortable.
SuburbanAxMan that I do not know...
Redback actually make a military boot which is issued to the Australian Defence Force, comfiest boots I’ve ever been issued and cheaper than the danners I used to wear
I've never had Blundstones but I used to have a pair of steel capped Redback boots that I wore 4-5 days a week at work for 4 years. Best investment ever and remained really comfortable.
dude your channel is awesome. I hope it keeps growing!
Could you do a cut open of Thursday boots? A little bit of a more affordable boot.
For me, thickness of PU is a bad thing, as I have an ankle fusion that necessitates stiff and stable shoes. Not always the most comfortable, but otherwise I limp... For the normal person, I do worry that it'll deform over time and lead to a weirdly broken in boot, but that might just be alarmist.
It's pretty useful to see boots cut in half, even if I'm looking for something a little different! Thanks for all the info!
You’re gonna want some all leather shank and midsole shoes then.
I was thinking the same thing. I was a bit alarmed at how much foam was in there. I'd like the leather of the redbacks on the soles of the blundstones please :)
I’m a mechanic in Phoenix, AZ I have used these boots for probably 13 years! They are awesome and they last me about 4 years before the leather wears through. Highly recommended
Toaster being his best cat self, just sitting in a box 👌
Danielle Nishihama That’s Ultra Instinct Beerus.
That is not a cat. - Joey Tribbiani
My redbacks lasted about two years of daily kitchen use.
The souls are still super comfy thick and firm but the leather developed a bend tear at the front ball from being dried out by chemicals ect. 👍
I have the steel toe Blue Tongue Redbacks and they're incredibly light for a steel toe boot and crazy comfortable. They've lasted for years and never have any issues when stored.
Been wearing these types of boots all my working life . Had all the brands, Rossi, redbacks, Olivers, Mongrel, T boot,Blundstones, steel blue.
Where they fail for me is the heel. See how thin the tread material is at the back of the heel. Once that goes air and water gets in and that TPU ( thermoplastic polyurethane) just falls apart. The tread material needs to be thicker by at least another 3mm.
This TPU is the stuff that fails even if you don’t use them often and store them. Once it reaches a certain age a chemical reaction occurs and it disintegrates. Its called Hydrolysis. Why they can’t use a more stable alternative material I don’t know. My thongs don’t fail after a few years of not wearing them. Why not use that kind of rubber?
They can put polymers, plastics and rubber and silicone etc in space and the bottom of the ocean but none of these boot people can improve on TPU. Give me a pair of boots that are TPU free and have a thicker tread.
Or of you stand on somthing that pearces the bottom... and you don't know then it just crumbles, but for the most part it is self sealing.
I started out with Jenkins in the late 80s but when they folded went to Blundstone but was never happy with them they were hard to break in and squished my foot , Redbacks for the last twenty years.
Looking forward to the other boot being cut open when it’s worn. Typically, how long before foam starts to crumble? For the most expensive boots, why don’t you ask people to send you their used ones to cut open?
OMG it can be like squishy makeovers except kinda in reverse...
I only buy new ones boots from the company because I want to make sure i have the most up to date version and if im going to talk bad about a boot i think it's only fair to review their most up to date version. Also i don't want to cut open someones boot that is full of their sweat ha ha but that being said ive been thinking it would be cool to see a worn out version of the boots be cut in half to how they wore.
@@RoseAnvil So i was just about to leave a comment suggesting I send you my old boots. they are the exact model that you just reviewed, but i have been wearing them every day for at least three years.
@@beetlejuice1989 It would be great to see the brand new version vs worn pair
@@RoseAnvil Funny you should ask, I'm about ready to retire my steel-toed Redbacks after 10 faithful years. If my video production skills are good enough....
I just ordered my 5th pair and work in them every day! They last about 5 years a pair on average! Definitely the best boots you can get if you’re on your feet all day!!
There’s a fourth Australian brand that probably deserves some attention and that’s Rossi. They are also made in Adelaide, South Australia.
Hear, hear. Rossi's are up there with the best IMO
Rossi's have always been my favorite. Until recently I couldn't find them and ended up buying Redback. Personally I think that Rossi 903's are a better boot than the Redback. The large leather loop on the Rossi is a real bonus over the Redbacks and they seem to be a bit better made. At the end of the day though, it comes down to what you feel more comfortable in.
I been wearing these redbacks. I worked on my feet for years as a mechanic. These redbacks are the only shoe that I can wear and my feet not hurt. If you have plantar fasciitis or any foot problems this shoe WILL be your freind. Trust me. After all these years this shoe is only thing I can wear and get thru the day.. Well worth the money.
Great review! I've had the blundstone 500s for the longest time and after watching this, I decided to get a pair of these boots. Completely blown away. Found my new favorites!
I bought a pair of these in Australia based on your video. I even told the shop owner these were the most comfortable boots based on your channel. He was a little skeptical and instead showed me a pair of Mongrel Boots, another Australian brand. It was also very comfy. Redbacks vs Mongrels would be a good comparison video to make. Now to be fair, he showed me the Mongrel Derby Shoe, not a boot, which may not be a fair comparison. But if the soles are the same on the boot, it could be valid.