After watching, among others, your movie, I ordered the Urban shepherd scout model. Will be delivered at the end of January.I'm a bit afraid because I didn't see them live or tried them.
As an American, listening to your proper "King's English" (as my gramma called it) is such a pleasure. The wide and ranging vocabulary, combined with the perfect review voice, is such a refreshing change of pace to the desecration of the English language currently happening here. I strongly urge you to post samples of your voiceover readings on American voice web sites where producers and other punters go to hire voices they like! Getting so desperate for new videos that I'm in the process of re-watching your video library. From a snowy Minnesota, cheers!
@@DevonReviewer would love to see you try the boots from that company that are treated with a blowtorch or whatever you discussed in your previous video on these!
The only socks I wear anymore are Darn Tough. They are the best socks ever made in my opinion. And they have a lifetime warranty, so I’ll never have to buy socks again. I can’t imagine ever going back to cotton socks. These are fine looking boots although I’ve grown to hate blocky heels on my shoes. Tapered heels feel so much better to walk in. In my military days I used to drag the back of my blocky combat boot heels on the road while riding my motorcycle to put a bit of an angle on them. It made them much easier to do road marches in.
Do you still think this is one of the best values? Would be awesome to see an update if you still have these urban shepard boots. I'm in the USA and have a friend in the Netherlands that needs a good pair of boots that'll last a long time. I'll subscribe to see if there's any further updates! Thanks for this review, I always had my eye on these since like 5 years ago, lol.
You DON’T need to size up. They fit true to size. At least the ones I have fit true to size as recommended by Urban Shepard. If you are a half size in your normal shoes then I guess going up might be the right move. Overall they are a really good boot. The leather is not as thick as on the Beckman’s but overall it still feels like it will last and be roubust. The Beckman’s are built like a tank and feel a lot more solid but they are a lot heavier. The Shepherds are a fantastic summer boot. I agree that the laces need swapping out. I used the yellow 48” redwing laces, they look awesome 😎
Old hiking buddy swears by wearing those super thin nylon socks / stockings (I mean the material women's nylons are made of) as a base layer, then either a thin liner sock and then a padded hiking sock or leave out the liner. Apparently the nylon socks are really good at reducing friction. I just ordered a pair of urban shepherd's country boots which will be my first ever Goodyear welted boots and I think I'll try that triple layer method for breaking them in...
I also have these same boots and I noticed on one boot the leather welt was spliced and there are two pieces of leather used to make the welt. I was just wondering if you saw anything like this on your pairs that you own. My one scout boot looks as though they used three pieces of scrap leather to make the welt. It’s a little disappointing.
Bought these after seeing your review, thanks! I like the style and leather very much. I sized up (normally 43, got a 44) and that was good advice. They are indeed very nicely made and a great value at 225 usd. Got them in ~4 weeks. I am on day 3 breaking them in. I am curious how you found them breaking in? The tops of my toes are taking a beating and the rim up on the ankle is doing it’s best to wear into my skin. Been trying various sock thicknesses to no avail but they don’t seem to be yielding much yet. Will continue to wear them and hope they give in before I do 😉. I think U S heard your comment on the shoestrings. Mine came with 3 pairs of varying colors (a nice red one as well). The default tan ones on the boot seem nice and heavy, if a tad short for my taste. I have one complaint. The footpad is a thin piece of leather glued to foam footpad. This glue has already come loose on both boots. I glued them back myself with some good contact cement but I shouldn’t have had to. Other than that, great looking and nicely made boots!
I agree the way the leather folds at the edge of the toe cap makes for a tougher break in, but is will get there. With regards the heel issue you have I wonder if it could be remedied by tightening the laces a little more to stop the movement of your heel within the boot? I have just taken delivery of their Backroad model and sized up, definitely room for a pair of thick socks in those, I will post some thoughts soon!
@@DevonReviewerHi, thanks for the reply. I am taking a break for a few days to let a blister on the top of my second toe heal. Will get back to it when I can stand it. It isn't my heel, that is perfect and I like the swede heel piece in there. That is usually a sore point for me but not in this case. The bit that is bugging me is the top rim up around the ankle. I can ease the pain a bit by not using the top 1 or two holes and tightening down lower. Of course that means it will take even longer to soften that up. Oh the sacrifices we make ;-)
Hi Devon Reviewer. I would like to get some of these but I am not sure of the sizing. How does their size compare against the original DM 'for life' boots ?. Cheers Great review btw
Excellent review, DR. These look like my kind of boot. So, as a UK 10, would you recommend sizing up to 11? I would be wanting to wear thicker socks with them.
i'd suggest taking a look at their website (and I believe DR mentioned adding ~7mm to your measurement) and finding their size guide. If you're gonna wear them with good thick socks, pop on that pair of socks and measure with them, then follow that 7 or so millimeters. I've a pair of originals on the way and I'm usually a UK8 which I got so I'll reply to my own comment on this video about my experience with them. You can email them as well if you still aren't sure. Tiago got back to me pretty quickly all things considered.
@@saoirsefitzpatrick1123 thank you very much for your informative response. I'll follow your advice. I'm always particularly cautious about buying footwear and clothing online. Mainly due to the returns hassle, if sizing isn't 100% I'll look forward to reading your experience. Thanks again.
I've finally remembered! I've had my Originals about 2 months now, and given COVID I haven't been doing tonnes of walking in them, but they're doing well! I chopped up the insole a bit because it was causing heel slip, but otherwise honestly they're great! I'm dying to buy a pair of Backroads
So it's a waxed suede rather than a proper roughout. I guess that's partly how they can get away with such low prices - using split leather rather than top grain or full grain. And calfskin on these kind of boots don't seem like the best idea either.
such a shame they upped the price so much that u might aswell cough up the extra 30 for a pair of redwings ,had a pair in the past they told me to get size 10 but they fit so badly even tho i asked for their input
@ redwings 340 in europe think u should check retailers ive had urban shepherds their pretty bas quality and the owner aint the nicest when u have issues i had both
I'm a great fan of the Vibram soles. A great fan. But they do clog up with mud and shhhhh is another story. Cleaning them is difficult and I wonder what ideas people have on this. Smooth soles are easier in this respect.
After watching, among others, your movie, I ordered the Urban shepherd scout model. Will be delivered at the end of January.I'm a bit afraid because I didn't see them live or tried them.
Pisgah Range makes great paracord laces in lots of interesting colors.
As an American, listening to your proper "King's English" (as my gramma called it) is such a pleasure. The wide and ranging vocabulary, combined with the perfect review voice, is such a refreshing change of pace to the desecration of the English language currently happening here. I strongly urge you to post samples of your voiceover readings on American voice web sites where producers and other punters go to hire voices they like! Getting so desperate for new videos that I'm in the process of re-watching your video library. From a snowy Minnesota, cheers!
Would like to see review of William Lennon boots.
always love the pattern that laces make on the tongue haha
Yes, it gives a bit of a hint at the patina which will spread across the whole boot!
@@DevonReviewer would love to see you try the boots from that company that are treated with a blowtorch or whatever you discussed in your previous video on these!
The only socks I wear anymore are Darn Tough. They are the best socks ever made in my opinion. And they have a lifetime warranty, so I’ll never have to buy socks again. I can’t imagine ever going back to cotton socks.
These are fine looking boots although I’ve grown to hate blocky heels on my shoes. Tapered heels feel so much better to walk in. In my military days I used to drag the back of my blocky combat boot heels on the road while riding my motorcycle to put a bit of an angle on them. It made them much easier to do road marches in.
Darn Tough is amazing but Carhartt has a pretty great all season cotton sock. Made in the USA and in a 3 pack.
I'm waiting on my Backroads to arrive. Intrigued to see how the recycled truck tyre sole holds up.
Yes, those look interesting! I have "Continental" rubber on some running shoes (Adidas Ultraboost) and it is exceptionally hard wearing!
Do you still think this is one of the best values? Would be awesome to see an update if you still have these urban shepard boots. I'm in the USA and have a friend in the Netherlands that needs a good pair of boots that'll last a long time. I'll subscribe to see if there's any further updates! Thanks for this review, I always had my eye on these since like 5 years ago, lol.
I hole heartedly agree with that statement, it’s a shame they don’t get more recognition. As usual excellent review.
Thanks, I am sure that word is spreading there are a couple of reviews out there now!
Thanks. I ordered a pair of the Originals yesterday.
They look stunning. I put an order in with them after seeing this and looking at how good value they are.
You DON’T need to size up. They fit true to size. At least the ones I have fit true to size as recommended by Urban Shepard. If you are a half size in your normal shoes then I guess going up might be the right move. Overall they are a really good boot. The leather is not as thick as on the Beckman’s but overall it still feels like it will last and be roubust. The Beckman’s are built like a tank and feel a lot more solid but they are a lot heavier. The Shepherds are a fantastic summer boot. I agree that the laces need swapping out. I used the yellow 48” redwing laces, they look awesome 😎
How long did you wait for them? Now is about 16 weeks - thanks
Old hiking buddy swears by wearing those super thin nylon socks / stockings (I mean the material women's nylons are made of) as a base layer, then either a thin liner sock and then a padded hiking sock or leave out the liner.
Apparently the nylon socks are really good at reducing friction.
I just ordered a pair of urban shepherd's country boots which will be my first ever Goodyear welted boots and I think I'll try that triple layer method for breaking them in...
Good Review. Have you conditioned them yet, Any suggestions on what to use.
Thank you for the video, looking forward to the socks review
I also have these same boots and I noticed on one boot the leather welt was spliced and there are two pieces of leather used to make the welt. I was just wondering if you saw anything like this on your pairs that you own. My one scout boot looks as though they used three pieces of scrap leather to make the welt. It’s a little disappointing.
Bought these after seeing your review, thanks! I like the style and leather very much. I sized up (normally 43, got a 44) and that was good advice. They are indeed very nicely made and a great value at 225 usd. Got them in ~4 weeks. I am on day 3 breaking them in. I am curious how you found them breaking in? The tops of my toes are taking a beating and the rim up on the ankle is doing it’s best to wear into my skin. Been trying various sock thicknesses to no avail but they don’t seem to be yielding much yet. Will continue to wear them and hope they give in before I do 😉. I think U S heard your comment on the shoestrings. Mine came with 3 pairs of varying colors (a nice red one as well). The default tan ones on the boot seem nice and heavy, if a tad short for my taste. I have one complaint. The footpad is a thin piece of leather glued to foam footpad. This glue has already come loose on both boots. I glued them back myself with some good contact cement but I shouldn’t have had to. Other than that, great looking and nicely made boots!
I agree the way the leather folds at the edge of the toe cap makes for a tougher break in, but is will get there. With regards the heel issue you have I wonder if it could be remedied by tightening the laces a little more to stop the movement of your heel within the boot?
I have just taken delivery of their Backroad model and sized up, definitely room for a pair of thick socks in those, I will post some thoughts soon!
@@DevonReviewerHi, thanks for the reply. I am taking a break for a few days to let a blister on the top of my second toe heal. Will get back to it when I can stand it. It isn't my heel, that is perfect and I like the swede heel piece in there. That is usually a sore point for me but not in this case. The bit that is bugging me is the top rim up around the ankle. I can ease the pain a bit by not using the top 1 or two holes and tightening down lower. Of course that means it will take even longer to soften that up. Oh the sacrifices we make ;-)
Hi Devon Reviewer.
I would like to get some of these but I am not sure of the sizing. How does their size compare against the original DM 'for life' boots ?. Cheers
Great review btw
They look stunning… they have literally doubled in price since this video though.
Excellent review, DR. These look like my kind of boot. So, as a UK 10, would you recommend sizing up to 11? I would be wanting to wear thicker socks with them.
i'd suggest taking a look at their website (and I believe DR mentioned adding ~7mm to your measurement) and finding their size guide. If you're gonna wear them with good thick socks, pop on that pair of socks and measure with them, then follow that 7 or so millimeters. I've a pair of originals on the way and I'm usually a UK8 which I got so I'll reply to my own comment on this video about my experience with them.
You can email them as well if you still aren't sure. Tiago got back to me pretty quickly all things considered.
@@saoirsefitzpatrick1123 thank you very much for your informative response. I'll follow your advice. I'm always particularly cautious about buying footwear and clothing online. Mainly due to the returns hassle, if sizing isn't 100% I'll look forward to reading your experience. Thanks again.
Just wondering how they are holding up? I just got a pair for their scout boots. So far I’m very pleased.
How are they doing after a year @Slabside89 ?
@@BootCareASMR Honestly I have no complaints for a $225 boot. They are aging nicely, and for a cheaper split leather it hasn’t cracked or ripped open.
@@berhardt17 nice thank you
The price has changed since the review. They are €220 today in May 2023 vs €140 when the review was made.
256€ as of November 2024
Look really nice! Ordering mine now. Thank you👍
Great, I think you will be pleased! Did you check out their sizing chart?
@@DevonReviewer I did have a look at it. I have an old pair of DM size 42 that are too small. Going with 43🤞
@@DevonReviewer Thanks to you I ordered the right size! Got them yesterday looking forward to breaking them in
@@jensfrilund8936 Hi Jens, How are they holding up? i just discoverd this brand today and i am really digging this model
@@Tinusopbeeld Still going strong…
bit worried now that the originals Im waiting on to arrive will be a bit on the small side but hopefully I'll be alright
Keep us posted please.
@@MNessmith will do!
I've finally remembered! I've had my Originals about 2 months now, and given COVID I haven't been doing tonnes of walking in them, but they're doing well! I chopped up the insole a bit because it was causing heel slip, but otherwise honestly they're great! I'm dying to buy a pair of Backroads
They look awesome but i wish they’d use something other than calf leather.
What are your thoughts on calf leather; quality, ethics or something else?
What happened to those golden fox chukka’s mate?!
So it's a waxed suede rather than a proper roughout. I guess that's partly how they can get away with such low prices - using split leather rather than top grain or full grain. And calfskin on these kind of boots don't seem like the best idea either.
such a shame they upped the price so much that u might aswell cough up the extra 30 for a pair of redwings ,had a pair in the past they told me to get size 10 but they fit so badly even tho i asked for their input
Not in Europe sadly, these are 250€ and Red Wings goes about 400€
@ redwings 340 in europe think u should check retailers ive had urban shepherds their pretty bas quality and the owner aint the nicest when u have issues i had both
Really wanted a pair of urban Shepard but they don’t do them in my size 😡
just got all excited..new boots.;)..but nooo..only go up to size 11 on there website.;(.
Email them, a few people have said they could do with larger sizes.. perhaps they could be convinced!
They’d be nicer if they were a darker tan but yeah nice boots.
I bet they would darken over time after a few treatments of the leather.
@@CH-bp3bj that’s true they probably would, Nice one buddy!
You can rub some leather dye on to darken them .
Did you buy these in the UK, all the web sites I’ve looked at are in dollars
That's funny I'm in Mexico and I only see Euros.
How many years do you think this boots will last?
I'm a great fan of the Vibram soles. A great fan. But they do clog up with mud and shhhhh is another story. Cleaning them is difficult and I wonder what ideas people have on this. Smooth soles are easier in this respect.
V groove sole or Dainite
how much, and where from? they do look better than vibergs boondocker! do they take kidneys, or kids as payment?
urbanshepherd-eu.com/ 145Euros
@@trapperjohn8508 Its a good price isnt it!
Great review. Gutted that they don't make them in UK size 12:(
255€ now.
Not sure I would pay that much
That's pretty cheap for handmade goodyear welted leather boots
mine have just arrived
How'd you find the sizing?
@@MNessmith i would go 1 size up, if you want to want to wear thicker socks
£200 now unfortunately.
Are you "the Hamburglar"?