By: Ask Bill
Submitted: 2009-11-24 22:31:36 | Word Count: 497
The ideal pair of work boots for men needs to be sturdy enough to withstand really harsh work conditions so they support the feet thoroughly. Work boots must also be antimicrobial to ensure you protect yourself from infection at all times. Good work boots are water, oil, and fuel resistant and have a high-traction sole.
To find a really tough pair of work boots, take a look at Ariat. The Cascade Work Boot is a water-resistant boot that can weather the hardest of conditions and yet keep you comfortable as you work. The boot has top-quality full-grain leather upper, 400g Thinsulate insulation, and an antimicrobial sock liner that keeps you feet safe. The EVA footbed ensure cushioning of the feet and energy return. The boot has an impact-absorbing GEL Cushioning System. This greatly minimizes skeletal shock on the knees, lower back, and hips. The boot also has a 90 degree heel. The shank is made of a composite fiber material and has a wide forked shape from the middle of the foot. The latter ensures thrice the support and stability of a standard steel shank.
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Another good pair of work boots is the Ecco Men's Track IV High GTX Round Toe Boot. This is a rugged boot that not only works very well outdoors but also looks stylish and cool. The Ecco Men's Track boot has a water-resistant lining and long-lasting, light, dual-density polyurethane sole that absorbs shock. The perfectly contoured footbed ensures day-long ease and comfort. The detachable insole is built to decrease foot odor, absorb moisture, and keep germs away. For work boots that look good while giving great performance, check out the John Deer Men's Boots 11" Work Wellington 4193". This good looking and sturdy boot has brown walnut oil leather upper, a steel shank, and a light polyurethane outsole. The forest green lining and the soft, high abrasion, nylon lining adds to its looks.
The Caterpillar Men's Alaska FX waterproof LTT work boot (Steel) is a stylish and durable boot that uses hinging insoles that flex in key pockets of the shoe ensuring great shock absorption and cushioning. The boot has a water-resistant tumbled grain leather upper, steel toe for enhanced impact absorption and compression strength. The boot is flexible enough to let you bend and flex your foot easily, ensuring mobility and comfort. The boot comes with a detachable footbed, EVA cushion, rubber midsole, padded collar, and speed hooks for quick lacing. The heel and toe of the boot have a Texon board to ensure stability.
For sleek, long work boots, pick a Durango. The Durango Men's FR200 12" ST Work Boot (Black SPR Leather) has western steel toes that ensure superb protection as you work. The boot has a leather foot and shaft and taped side seams that have reinforced pull straps. The boot is oil and fuel proof.
With these tips in mind, get the work boots that work for you!
