which boots should I get? + Climb right spur issue

Chevyrob said:
I know a lot of guys prefer the chainsaw boots as they are lighter and less bulky then logger style boot. Me myself I love my big heavy clunky boots because I have been wearing them since I was young. I have 10" Hoffman Dri Lines and love them. They are a stock boot but, hand made in Kellogg Idaho. They are a very well built boot and so far I have no complaints. They are an absolute bitch to break in but the support these boots give you is awesome. The leather is heavy duty a long with the stitching. That is why I opted for the Dri Line versus the Pole Climbers. The Pole Climbers have 2 layers of leather all the way around while the Line just has the extra layer on the inside where you rub the tree. Makes for a better all day work boot. They also have a dual steel shank in the sole. You can stand on Spurs all day and not even know it.

If your used to a logger style boot give Hoffmans a shot I paid about $350 for mine. If you prefer a smaller lighter boot I know the Phanner boots are supposed to be awesome.
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Pfanners are neither smaller or lighter than the Hoffmanns. Chainsaw boots are heavy and bulky, for the most part. Not that logger boots are light, but lighter than chainsaw boots
 
ilya said:
Will Stein X2's pads fit my spurs?
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Yes. If you put them side-by-side, the X2 pads are identical in profile, but there is an additional inch going down the shank that allows for higher adjustment. I first purchased the green Climb Right pads to try on my Bashlins and Kleins. They felt great with the Bashlins, but were too low just like in your picture. Let me guess, not only are you getting blisters, but your constantly battling your pant legs riding up into the pad. With the extra inch in height that problem disappeared completely.

Call Spyder Mfg. and tell them about your dilemma. I bet they make it right.
 
ilya said:
before I got these, I remember reading forums all over internet, and it sounded like Clime Rights are just one step down from Gekos. thats why I bought them.
what do you think about :
Add-on Spur Padding from Wesspur (Velcro padding mounts directly on the leg for increased padding underneath a standard climber pad. Provides an additional 1/4” of padding to protect the calf from being rubbed by the climber shank. One size fits most. Price is for one pair. 10” high x 8 1/2” wide.)
Will cadillac pads work with my spurs?
If i go with Wesco Highliners, should I go with 430 Medium traction(non-marking) sole or 100 Vibram Heavy Traction? Wesco Highliners are more $$$ than Wesco Lineman's , does it mean more comfort or what?
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  • Can't speak for the ClimbRights because I've never worn them but of all the spurs/pads I've tried the Geckos are my favorite.
  • Wescos...sounds like quality control is down so maybe not the best choice. I think I had the Highliners which were good boots.
  • Also had Bailey's Red Dawgs which I thought were good but heard some complaints from others.
  • The ones I have now, and are my favorite yet, are these - but without the steel toe.
http://www.hoffmanboots.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=15 EH ST POWER

Hoffman doesn't have the best customer service in the world but they make damn good boots. Maybe give them a call.​
 
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ilya said:
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Thanks to everyone taking their time to try and help me. I appreciate it a lot. Here is a picture - probably worth maybe not 1000 words, but at least some.
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Definitely appears to be riding too far below the knee. Looks uncomfortable even in the picture. And with a good lineman boot, you wont have to wrap the lower strap, which I personally don't like.
 
oceans said:
With all due respect to Old Oak Man and Keeth, I have a pair of Axess Climbers which don't adjust the height that is traditionally gone by. I am 6'4" and these don't get anywhere near the 2-finger-from-the-knee point. That being said, they are VERY comfortable and have never left me with any soreness after extended periods.

In addition, I can wear lace to toe Hiking style boots (ArbPro Clip'N Step, of course :)) with these climbers and have no discomfort.this allows me to do all varied work on the job with good comfort an not feel like I'm sacrificing anything. The boots also give me the option to run a HAAS while wearing Spurs. Game changer there.

That being said, I would either go with any advice that sits well with YOU. That's the most important thing. The fast pace of changing gear can be tough to keep up with these days. I wish you the best of luck and a good purchase.
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You must have chicken legs Eric.:bailando:
 
Keeth said:
Yes. If you put them side-by-side, the X2 pads are identical in profile, but there is an additional inch going down the shank that allows for higher adjustment. I first purchased the green Climb Right pads to try on my Bashlins and Kleins. They felt great with the Bashlins, but were too low just like in your picture. Let me guess, not only are you getting blisters, but your constantly battling your pant legs riding up into the pad. With the extra inch in height that problem disappeared completely.

Call Spyder Mfg. and tell them about your dilemma. I bet they make it right.
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any idea where to find a phone # for Spyder Mfg?
 
Go with the meindle airstreams , I'm going on three years with mine but as some of the other guys I swap them out with different boots if I'm pruning...... 3 years in and they are still 100% waterproof (great for snow) and without holes . the great thing about the airstreams is that you can climb in them too as they are light and have a decent sole .
 
macswan said:
Pfanners are neither smaller or lighter than the Hoffmanns. Chainsaw boots are heavy and bulky, for the most part. Not that logger boots are light, but lighter than chainsaw boots
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Really? Or never actually seen a pair of chainsaw boots in person just always assumed they were smaller. I've noticed guys wear them with geckos where my Hoffmans don't fit in the gecko stirrup. That's where I got the idea.
 
Chevyrob said:
Really? Or never actually seen a pair of chainsaw boots in person just always assumed they were smaller. I've noticed guys wear them with geckos where my Hoffmans don't fit in the gecko stirrup. That's where I got the idea.
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My Hoffmans fit perfectly in my Geckos. Which ones you got Chevyrob?

Agreed though, my Hoffmans aren't light by any means, and I would've thought they were heavier than the Airstreams.
 
Thanks a lot everyone, I am leaning towards 16" Red Dawg Boots on sale now for $179.99. should I get a size bigger so that I can use it with warm sock?
 
some of you guys suggested that the pads need to be higher, I have emailed Matt at Spyder Mfg. about this. Today as I was almost ready to make an order for the 16" boots, I got the idea that if the boots will end at 16" and the top of the pads will be raised to be higher(pls see picture) , then half of the pad will be on boots, the other half will be above boots. that will probably be uncomfortable. 20150323_113018 (2) (482x1280).webp
 
You will have to try them at different heights to be sure, as everyone has their own preferences. When I wear 16" lineman boots, I adjust the climbers (Climb Right) so that the top edge of the pads stick above the boots about 1/2" to 1" (that's just where the closest adjustment to being even with tops of boots ended up) and I prefer them this way. It might just be that the boots are providing extra cushion and support, as I'm sure they are, but for whatever reason they are more comfortable for me there. They are a little lower than 3 fingers below kneecap or the 2 inches below the end of the tibia bone that juts out just below the kneecap that are often recommended, depending on who you choose to believe. In the end, you have to adjust them to where they cause the least amount of discomfort, regardless of how many fingers or inches they are below the kneebone of your choice. The recommended adjustment is a starting point that works well for most climbers. I've seen guys wearing them lower than that, and a couple that had them higher than that. Personally, having the pads sticking out too far above the lineman boots was horrible... they moved around way too much for me to be able to climb with them that way.

Don't be afraid to experiment with the height adjustment and get them set up for what works best for you. None of this stuff is written in stone.
 
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