Anyone tried Caterpillar Boots/Shoes?

SID297 · Mar 27, 2020

I'm in the market for some new shit kickers and shop shoes. I just ran across Cat's line of stuff and it looks decent. I'm sure there's better choices for those that have to earn a living with their boots, but these look pretty good for casual use. Plus I've been spending a decent amount of time driving around a Cat C7 recently. Any opinions on comfort/quality?

Cat Footwear: MEN'S WORK

Sinister04L · Mar 27, 2020

I wear the Red Wing BOA boots. They're great.

4216 Men's FlexBond 6-inch Boot

BlackHrtStang · Mar 27, 2020

Another red wing vote here. I work in a tire shop and they are the most comfortable boot I have ever worn. Irish setter line is a little bit more affordable plus it has the king for option if you need safety toes but want more room.

Farmington | Irish Setter

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awful knawful · Mar 27, 2020

Love my sketchers. Best safety shoes I've ever owned.

BigPoppa · Mar 27, 2020

I quit spending big money on work boots years ago. Started buying the Brahma brand from Wal-Mart back around 2003 and found they last just as long and just as comfortable as the expensive stuff for only about $40.

Working in paper mills years ago, the caustic in the water would eat up any pair of boots in about 6 months. Since I don't support paper mills anymore, the pair I wear daily have lasted 5 years so far.

You might need some Dr. Scholl's inserts with any brand. They make them so much more comfortable.

SID297 · Mar 27, 2020

BigPoppa said:
I quit spending big money on work boots years ago. Started buying the Brahma brand from Wal-Mart back around 2003 and found they last just as long and just as comfortable as the expensive stuff for only about $40.

Working in paper mills years ago, the caustic in the water would eat up any pair of boots in about 6 months. Since I don't support paper mills anymore, the pair I wear daily have lasted 5 years so far.

You might need some Dr. Scholl's inserts with any brand. They make them so much more comfortable.

I run inserts in most of my shoes. Makes a huge difference.

nickf2005 · Mar 27, 2020

Sinister04L said:
I wear the Red Wing BOA boots. They're great.

4216 Men's FlexBond 6-inch Boot

BlackHrtStang said:
Another red wing vote here. I work in a tire shop and they are the most comfortable boot I have ever worn. Irish setter line is a little bit more affordable plus it has the king for option if you need safety toes but want more room.

Farmington | Irish Setter

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I've tried two different pairs of RW and I've given them both away.

I put 10 years on a pair of Rocky Ironclads and they were by far the most comfortable and durable. Just got another pair for Christmas to replace the old ones. I prefer the 6" height over the 8".

Iron Clad Work Boot Collection | Rocky Boots

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SHIFTYBUSINESS · Mar 27, 2020

We have to were steel toes at work and over the years I've worn the all. The last 4yrs been wearing Caterpillar sneakers with a composite toe and i like them a lot. They are light and comfortable. For me they last a good long time even though i get a new pair every year. One thing I always use is the Mega Comfort insoles in all my work shoes they crush Dr. Scholls brand.

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Stanley · Mar 27, 2020

I usually wear Magnum 6" side zip boots but at my new location the vendors used for our boot slips don't offer them. I tried a pair of these THE DEUCE Series - Waterproof - 8" Composite Safety Toe Tactical Side-zip and they are similar in style and the insole is pretty comfy.

7998 · Mar 27, 2020

I wear Carolina's American made, top quality, and affordable. I don't cheap out on my feet anymore, I'm on them way too long.
I've been ordering from these folks for over 10 years.
American Made Work Boots - Hampton Shoe

Chersch7406 · Mar 27, 2020

Redwings here..on my feet all day,everyday. Mixed concrete and ballast rock.

Sinister04L · Mar 27, 2020

nickf2005 said:
I've tried two different pairs of RW and I've given them both away.

I put 10 years on a pair of Rocky Ironclads and they were by far the most comfortable and durable. Just got another pair for Christmas to replace the old ones. I prefer the 6" height over the 8".

Iron Clad Work Boot Collection | Rocky Boots

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The first pair of Red Wings I had sucked. Killed my feet. The ones I have now are great.

Crimson2v · Mar 27, 2020

I want to try some red backs when my current boots wear out. Never tried caterpillars.

PhoenixM3 · Mar 27, 2020

SID297 said:
I'm in the market for some new shit kickers and shop shoes. I just ran across Cat's line of stuff and it looks decent. I'm sure there's better choices for those that have to earn a living with their boots, but these look pretty good for casual use. Plus I've been spending a decent amount of time driving around a Cat C7 recently. Any opinions on comfort/quality?

Cat Footwear: MEN'S WORK

Footwear for human centipedes......

SnakeBitten07 · Mar 27, 2020

I've got a pair of Cats that I wear 5 days a week. I've had them since 2015 and they've worn great. Will likely wear them for another year or so, until the toes are too worn to look presentable (I'm an engineer and routinely go into plants/labs/machine shops/etc.).

Junior00 · Mar 28, 2020

Had a pair of Cats, were pretty comfortable and wore well but the lack of arch support killed me even with inserts. May have just been that particular line but I haven’t gone back.

I have a pair of Rocky composite Iron Skulls that I’m wearing now and like them.

apex svt · Mar 28, 2020

I’ve had 4 sets of cats over the past 8 years. I like them, wore them out on the farm. Hold up pretty well. However the initial “break in” for around the ankles sucks. Once loosened up, all good.

98 svt · Mar 28, 2020

Merrells for me. At least for work, anyway.

SID297 · Mar 28, 2020

98 svt said:
Merrells for me. At least for work, anyway.

I've been wearing some of theirs as my winter shoes.

_Snake_ · Mar 28, 2020

Carolina boots or Georgia boots ftw.

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