Stretch vs Non Stretch Jeans | All Your Questions Answered Stridewise 2024-11-13 | ★ Thanks to @hiroshikato_official for hosting me, but not paying for anything, so it's technically not a sponsored video! Check out their 4-way stretch jeans: ktku.co/c5★ Also from this trip: How They Distress Jeans At The Factory youtube.com/watch?v=FAtcCZJ2K1o ★ The 9 Best Selvedge Denim Brands: stridewise.com/best-selvedge-denim★ Full article: stridewise.com/stretch-vs-non-stretch-jeansOK, but how do stretch jeans... work? It's cotton? You're telling me you COMBINE cotton with a petroleum byproduct? I'm not the world's leading scientific mind but I still feel like I should have SOME idea as to what's going on here, so I visited a jeans factory in Los Angeles: Hiroshi Kato, who make the world's only 4-way stretch selvedge denim, to get some answers on what makes jeans stretchy and how elastane affects breathability, durability, and fades. 00:00 Core spun yarn vs filament twisted yarn 01:10 Cheap vs Expensive stretch jeans02:08 2-way vs 4-way stretch denim02:51 Stretch jeans and knee bags03:28 Are stretch jeans less durable?05:08 Do stretch jeans fade like regular jeans?05:45 Do stretch jeans fit/drape like regular jeans?06:07 Stretch denim doesn't breathe as well as cotton? #rawdenim #jeans
Chelsea boots too big? Here’s the fix #mensboots Stridewise 2025-01-04 | Here are the pads ktku.co/hX
My 15-Item Minimalist Capsule Wardrobe (Fashionproof, Durable, & Smart) Stridewise 2025-01-04 | ★ Thanks to my favorite (and only) watch brand, Vaer: vaer-watches.sjv.io/N9NbKN↓Here's everything in the video↓OUTERWEARCanvas jacket: stridewise.com/flint-tinder-waxed-truckerPeacoat: historypreservation.com/products-page/brands/buzz-ricksons-pre-wwii-u-s-navy-pea-coatPANTSRaw denim: ktku.co/hgNavy chinos: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise7tlTan chinos: taylor-stitch.nnh2.net/VxaZNRTEESBlue/white tees: ktku.co/i2Wonder Looper: wonderlooper.com/collections/crewneck-t-shirt/products/long-sleeve-t-shirt-double-heavyweight-ecru?variant=41813082996803SHIRTSChambray: bit.ly/pc-stridewise-chambrayOxford Cloth Button Down: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise3t4Flannel: thursdayboots.com/products/mens-forever-flannel-shirt-glacier-blueFOOTWEARBoots: thursdayboots.com/products/mens-cavalier-chelsea-boot-dark-brown-suedeSneakers: stridewise.com/koio-capri-sneakersLoafers: jfitzpatrickfootwear.com/products/haller-dark-oak-calfSWEATER is discontinued sorry, here are a couple options:fave.co/4iYGPDtglnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise3tsLEATHER JACKET glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise17vBAGcravar.com/collections/bags-f-c?ref=lhwv083qrutCapsule wardrobes are popular for men because men don't usually love to shop: they want to buy clothes as infrequently as possible and own as few items as possible to get the maximum benefit and longevity from their wardrobe. I get asked all the time what I would buy/wear if I could only pick _one_ boot or _one_ jacket, so I made this video to help point guys in the direction of some really versatile pieces.
5 Ways to Style Red Wing Iron Ranger Boots #mensboots #leatherjacket Stridewise 2025-01-02 | Full article: stridewise.com/how-to-style-red-wing-iron-ranger-boots*The Chore Coat Fit* Jacket: Le Mont St Michel glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise2eeShirt: Proper Cloth's Indigo Utility Shirt bit.ly/pc-stridewise-chambrayPants: Merz b Schwanen's Chino01 merzbschwanen.com/shop/chino01-66-chino01-chino-organic-cotton-twill-8-8oz-sq-yd-relaxed-fit-66-ink-blue-10518*The Leather Jacket Fit*Jacket: Schott NYC's Cafe Racer glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise17vShirt: Benzak Denim Developers' BWS-01 Work Shirt ktku.co/gVPants: Buck Mason's Paperback Twill Full Saddle Chino fave.co/49KHy7b*The Fatigues Fit* Pants: Taylor Stitch's Surplus Pants are done for good but Tellason and Orslow have good fatigues, though if you want tan fatigues just note that Tellason's are a bit tapered ktku.co/gYShockoe's are cool too: ktku.co/h0Shirt: Teddy Stratford's Tedra shrsl.com/4qtmu
How to style a brown leather jacket | 8 outfit ideas #leatherjacket #mensfashion Stridewise 2024-12-31 | My favorite leather jacket: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise17vDid anyone else start out preferring black leather jackets but eventually preferred brown??
BROWN or BLACK Leather Jacket? Heres how to decide Stridewise 2024-12-30 | * the best leather jacket IMO: Schott's Cafe Racer: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise17v* What's the best leather FOR a jacket? Our trip to Schott's factory: youtube.com/watch?v=toI8vmpRf0gThe debate over black or brown leather jackets (or boots) rages eternal, and there's good reason for it: they aren't just two colors, they're two _identities_ and they're two _temperatures_ — cooler and warmer. Just as the Fire Nation and Water Tribes are mortal enemies in Avatar, and just as the fire and water Zodiac signs are more prone to clashing than any other combination, black and brown are the yin and yang of menswear. Are you cool and edgy or welcoming and heroic? But above all... what color are most of your shirts.00:00 The best leather jacket: Schott's Cafe Racer 01:52 Warm vs cool color palettes03:16 Who should get a black leather jacket03:49 Who should get a brown leather jacket05:08 Why black leather jackets are best06:42 Why brown leather jackets are best 09:05 Should older guys pick a brown leather jacket?
How to style a black Leather jacket | 7 outfit ideas #leatherjacket #mensfashion Stridewise 2024-12-29 | My favorite leather jacket: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise17v Broke out my 5-year-old @schottnyc leather jacket for some outfit ideas – do you prefer black leather jackets or brown?
Thursday vs Nicks Boots | The Pacific Northwest Challenger Boot Review Stridewise 2024-12-28 | * Team Nicks: stridewise.com/nicks-handmade-boots-urban-logger* Team Thursday: stridewise.com/thursday-challenger-boot* Full article + pics: stridewise.com/thursday-challenger-review-nicks-bootsThursday has taken aim at the Pacific Northwest boot — but what does that mean? The world of boots has a lot of sub-categories and then there are the SUB-sub-categories like World War service boots, midwestern work boots, and then the Pacific Northwest boots: meaty monsters typified by big heels, stitchdown construction, and multiple midsoles. (There are exceptions, of course.)Nicks Handmade Boots is one such "PNW" brand and their Urban Logger is meant to be a fusion of legit loggers and more city-friendly casual boots, and the first release from Thursday's ultra fancy Black Label Collection is their own take on the hybrid PNW-city boot. They're calling it the Challenger, and I wore both to give you my thoughts. 00:00 Intro00:41 What's a Pacific Northwest Boot?01:54 What's a city boot?02:37 What is Thursday's Black Label Collection?03:49 Thursday's Challenger vs Captain06:00 Thursday's Black Label leathers08:14 Goodyear welt vs Goodyear welt construction09:06 Thursday vs Nicks boots12:02 Thursday vs Nicks price13:53 wrapping up
A $1,700 Clothes Hanger?! Stridewise 2024-12-26 | Full video: youtube.com/watch?v=7EYvt10lx7YCheck out this store Arterton, which is all about garment care ktku.co/gw
The Right and Wrong Way to Style Red Wing Iron Rangers (5 fits + 5 mistakes) Stridewise 2024-12-23 | *Article: stridewise.com/how-to-style-red-wing-iron-ranger-boots↓Outfits↓*The Canvas Jacket and Jeans Fit*Jacket: Flint and Tinder's Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise5odT-Shirt: Buck Mason's Field-Spec Cotton Heavy Tee fave.co/4amj5F8Jeans: Left Field NYC's Smokestack ktku.co/gX*The Jean Jacket an Canvas Fit* Pants: Grown & Sewn's Foundation ktku.co/gWJacket: Tanuki's TNK402ID but sorry man it's sold out everywhere, ditto that Iron Heart one. Shirt: Thursday's Forever Flannel, my color might not be there but hey thursdayboots.com/products/mens-forever-flannel-shirt-glacier-blue*The Chore Coat Fit* Jacket: Le Mont St Michel glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise2eeShirt: Proper Cloth's Indigo Utility Shirt bit.ly/pc-stridewise-chambrayPants: Merz b Schwanen's Chino01 merzbschwanen.com/shop/chino01-66-chino01-chino-organic-cotton-twill-8-8oz-sq-yd-relaxed-fit-66-ink-blue-10518*The Leather Jacket Fit*Jacket: Schott NYC's Cafe Racer glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise17vShirt: Benzak Denim Developers' BWS-01 Work Shirt ktku.co/gVPants: Buck Mason's Paperback Twill Full Saddle Chino fave.co/49KHy7b*The Fatigues Fit* Pants: Taylor Stitch's Surplus Pants are done for good but Tellason and Orslow have good fatigues, though if you want tan fatigues just note that Tellason's are a bit tapered ktku.co/gYShockoe's are cool too: ktku.co/h0Shirt: Teddy Stratford's Tedra shrsl.com/4qtmu*The Black Jeans Fit* Pants: Iron Heart's 21oz 888 SBG ktku.co/gSLong Sleeve Tee: Wonder Looper's Double Heavyweight EcruJacket: Heat Straps' Lumber ktku.co/gTBeanie: Oak Street's 1975 Watch Cap ktku.co/gUThe Red Wing Iron Ranger is often the first high quality boot a guy purchases, which means it tends to make him think more about what to wear with them than he ever has for any other footwear in his life! It's not hard to get good fits, but many guys think that because they're expensive, they're dressy — not the case. But that doesn't mean there aren't oodles of possibilities for styling them, here are a few to take you from summer to winter.* My 16-minute love letter to the Iron Ranger youtube.com/watch?v=86Z-_wHbDpQ* The how to style chore coats video: youtube.com/watch?v=fwF7kX65R6c00:00 1. Waxed jacket, jeans, Red Wing boots 02:02 2. Denim jacket, canvas pants, flannel 03:08 3. Chore coat and chinos05:15 4. Leather jacket and chinos05:42 5. Cotton sateen fatigues 07:00 6. Black jeans and iron rangers
Inside the Indian Boot Brand Americans Are Falling For Stridewise 2024-12-21 | * Check out India's finest, BLKBRD SHOEMAKER: ktku.co/gR* More from this trip: Chennai, India's first Goodyear welted shoe factory youtube.com/watch?v=A2qaqGGcyTo* Opening music from @artmusic.janevoWe went to India, baby! Blkbrd Shoemaker is an Indian brand that has been making waves in the US boot community for not just making resoleable boots for under $200, they're making them hand welted and hand lasted — two super laborious and skillful shoemaking methods that we define and discuss in this trip to the brand's headquarters in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. 00:00 Who's Blkbrd Shoemaker?00:56 Blkbrd's leathers01:30 Is cow leather legal in India?02:20 Clicking the leather 03:03 Closing the uppers03:35 Cork filling and heel making04:20 Boots made by hand — and feet!05:07 Hand lasted vs machine lasted boots06:36 Hand welted vs Goodyear welted boots08:28 Finishing the boots09:19 Blkbrd's custom boots
Ranking Clothes Hangers from $1 to $1,620 Stridewise 2024-12-18 | * Thanks for letting me crash your store, Arterton! Here's their stuff: ktku.co/gw* 11 ways to save money on boots: stridewise.com/best-boot-dealsI stick to the casual side of menswear but when a chance encounter at the New York Supertrunk led me to befriend the folks at Arterton London, a store that specializes in garment care, I was intrigued by just how much these guys talk about clothes hangers. How much do they really matter? It turns out, the wrong hanger can be bad news even for your casual denim jacket. (Just ask mine.)
How to Work Out in Boots: A Goruck GR1 Review Stridewise 2024-12-15 | ★ Here's the backpack: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise5dt★ Why humans were born to ruck: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise3nr★ Can you squat in boots? A 400-pound test: youtube.com/watch?v=rstHvoMSgSE - Studies cited:pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30482109sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/0003687096000130★ Article stridewise.com/goruck-gr1-reviewBoots are great for walking, bad for running, not all that flexible in the ankle, surely there's no way to work out in them, right? Wrong! You can load up a heavy backpack and it turns out that it's an unbelievable way to improve both strength and fitness, even if you don't leave the house. Whenever I post a video that touches on fitness it never gets any views, but am I going to try again? Yes! Check out the Goruck GR1, the only way to work out in boots!!!!00:00 What is rucking?01:21 The benefits of rucking 2:30 Goruck's GR1 vs Huckberry's03:05 Is Goruck a travel backpack?03:53 the right weight for rucking05:06 Is Goruck comfortable?05:51 Goruck's nylon quality07:22 Why is Goruck so expensive08:06 Goruck GR1 pros 09:00 Goruck GR1 cons
Whats Weird About Taylor Stitchs Apres Pants: 2 Years in 2 Pairs Stridewise 2024-12-11 | ★ Blue's often sold out but check out the pants: taylor-stitch.nnh2.net/xLLPDy★ The Taylor Stitch jacket that's worth $1,000: stridewise.com/taylor-stitch-moto-leather-jacket-review★ 11 ways to save money on boots: stridewise.com/best-boot-dealsTaylor Stitch is a brand known for popularizing rugged, hardwearing heritage menswear like waxed canvas, raw denim, and leather jackets — so why is their bestselling product a pair of lounge pants? Something about these pants is extremely appealing to guys, and I can see why: by combining loungewear and workwear, they invented a whole new category of clothing. But do their claims of versatilty hold up to scrutiny?!00:00 Why we're talking about the Apres Pants01:21 Loungewear vs sweatpants vs pyjamas03:17 Apres Pants Fabrics03:45 What's sashiko?05:20 Can you go outside in Apres Pants? 06:30 Polling the public about Apres Pants08:05 Problems With Taylor Stitch's Apres PantsFull article: stridewise.com/taylor-stitch-apres-pants-review
The 10 BEST WINTER BOOTS for men (that are actually stylish) Stridewise 2024-12-08 | MORE PICKS in the article: stridewise.com/best-winter-boots↓ LINKS below to learn more about these↓A lot of guys will think about their office shoes and their summer sneakers and maybe their fall boots, but once it's slushy out they'll switch to Bean boots or some puffy, insulated Moon boot lookin' thing — but you have options. Whether you want something waterproof yet resoleable, insulated but without synthetics, or something that's just extra water resistant for slush, there's something for everyone on this list!Thursday's Hero boot ($199) stridewise.com/thursday-boots-heroThursday has some options over their famous $199 threshold but the Hero boot manages to stay under it while offering an extra water resistant storm welt, extra grippy sole, extra tall height, and some extra hardy leathers.Timberland Premium Waterproof ($199) amazon.com/gp/product/B000VX6YGA?tag=stridewise-20&ref_=as_li_ss_tlIt's not resoleable but it makes up for it by being actually waterproof, actually insulated, and an inimitable cultural icon of streetwear. Sorel's Caribou ($200) fave.co/41jvvLOThe brand's bestselling snow boot for a reason: it's inexpensive, waterproof, insulated, and while the lining's synthetic the price is absolutely right for these pretty-stylish-for-a-snow-boot snow boots.Blundstone's Thermal Chelsea ($230) amazon.com/Blundstone-BL584-Rustic-Ankle-Brown/dp/B007DIY4L8?tag=stridewise-20&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&linkCode=sl1&linkId=f1cfcb8e4833414779a24e203b0f7c89The king of the inexpensive casual Chelsea, Blundstone knows their niche and has endless Chelseas with different strengths. The winter model is waterproof, insulated, and comes with a shearling footbed.Meermin's Shearling Lined Boots ($280) stridewise.com/meermin-shearling-lined-bootsMaybe the most impressive boots on the list due to their shocking balance of value, durability, shearling lining, and name brand leathers.Duckfett's Arhus ($338) stridewise.com/duckfeet-arhus-bootsA much better ugg boot, these Scandinavian bois show just how warm you can be while being all natural and eco friendly, with sustainable leather, a soft crepe sole, wool lining, and a "barefoot" design that's mad comfy.Rancourt's Freeman ($488) stridewise.com/rancourt-freeman-bootThe most handsome winter boots I've found, they deftly balance American-made good looks with a rare Arctic Grip sole and shearling lining — bummer about the 3 month wait, though.Allen Edmonds’ Tompkins Shearling Boot ($495) stridewise.com/allen-edmonds-tompkinsA great mix of Western and luxury, this is a casual zip-up boot with rugged leather, a versatile almond toe, and full shearling lining.Russell Moccasin’s Backcountry ($750) stridewise.com/russell-moccasin-backcountryMade with rare genuine handsewn construction, this classic American boot needs no breaking in and is made with a double vamp for superior water resistance.More bonus picks in the article: stridewise.com/best-winter-bootsI wanted more picks in the article but Google would get mad at me if it was that long, but pretend it has the Red Wing 877 as the best Red Wing boot for winter. It's tall!00:00 What makes a good winter boot?01:16 Thursday's Hero ($199)02:00 Timberland's Premium Waterproof Boot ($199)02:36 Sorel's Caribou ($200)03:11 Blundstone 584 ($230)04:05 Meermin's Shearling Boots (~$280)05:42 Duckfeet's Århus (~$340)07:14 Rancourt's Freeman ($488)08:49 Allen Edmonds' Tompkins ($495)10:10 Russell Moccasin's Back Country ($750)
A Viberg Collectors 5 Favorite Boot Collabs Stridewise 2024-11-25 | ★ NEW: The 5-year, 4-boot VIBERG review: youtube.com/watch?v=tT9gNZT3UfA ★ Follow Ticho on Instagram: instagram.com/tichoblancoshoes★ Full article and pics: stridewise.com/viberg-boot-collabsViberg has a cult following for many reasons and one of them is their long history of collaborating with stores, stockists, and sometimes individual customers, to produce exclusive collaboration boots. Sometimes it's their 2030 service boot with a little twist, like a brogued cap toe, but other times it's something totally wild — like a wholecut camel roughout boot. Our good friend, the mysterious consultant and marketing guy and sometimes podcaster Ticho Blanco returns to the channel to walk us through his 5 favorite Viberg collabs, and he uses the opportunity to contextualize and discuss the history of this extraordinarily influential brand.00:00 Why is Viberg such an influential boot?01:41 Viberg x Nigel Cabourn (2012)02:57 Viberg x Lost & Found (2016)04:27 Viberg x Withered Fig (2017)05:32 Viberg x Miloh (2017)07:14 Viberg x Ticho Blanco (2018)08:25 Viberg x Standard & Strange (2020)11:02 Wrapping up
Why the Best Chore Coat is Mont St Michel Stridewise 2024-11-20 | Check out the jacket! glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise2ee2 videos I did on this!7 famous fall jackets: stridewise.com/best-fall-jackets-for-men4 ways to style a chore coat: youtube.com/watch?v=fwF7kX65R6c
3 Flint and Tinder Jackets vs Rogue Territory (York, James, Trucker) Stridewise 2024-11-18 | ★ All Huckberry's waxed jackets are here! glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise6o8★ Or if you prefer Rogue Territory's ktku.co/cy★ Thanks to @UrbanLadUK for hosting!★ Full article stridewise.com/flint-tinder-vs-rogue-territoryFlint and Tinder's conquest of the waxed jacket space continues unabated, having just released two new entries that they're hoping will bring the majesty of waxjax to a wider audience. How do they compare with sizing, features, and... the competition! (By which we mean Rogue Territory.) 00:00 Flint and Tinder's new jackets01:08 Flint and Tinder's Waxed Trucker Jacket 03:00 Flint and Tinder's York Jacket05:38 Flint and Tinder's James Snap Jacket07:30 Flint and Tinder vs Rogue Territory11:15 Goodbye!
Whats Weird About Indias First Goodyear Welted Shoe Brand Stridewise 2024-11-13 | Don't miss the full video: youtu.be/A2qaqGGcyToVisit Bridlen: http://bridlen.com/?ktk=YnJHczhNLWNjMjI2YzJkYzhm
Why do expensive casual boots exist? Stridewise 2024-11-11 | Full video: 9 reasons Vibergs cost $900 youtube.com/watch?v=tT9gNZT3UfA
10 Rules for Better Mens Travel Outfits (+ sample fits) Stridewise 2024-11-09 | ↓ ALL PRODUCTS BELOW ↓ thanks @Huckberryco for supporting the channel! STINK RESISTANCEProof's 72h Merino Pants glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise6oaTen Thousand's "Durable" workout shirt: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise7zpWellen's "Sol" workout shirt: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise0rmTeddy Stratford's fishy "Tedra" shirt: shrsl.com/4qtmuFlint & Tinder's Wool Blazer: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise62lSTRETCHY PANTSProof's 72h pants: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise6oaProof's Rover pants: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise46bKato's stretchy denim: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise0l8Flint & Tinder's 365 Chinos: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise7tlROOMY BUT NOT STRETCHY PANTSTaylor Stitch's fatigues are sold out and not coming back, sorry guys but just Google "sateen fatigues"Proper Cloth's wool trousers: http://bit.ly/pc-stridewiseZanerobe's joggers, but mine are old and these days they're all made with stretch :( zanerobe.com/collections/joggers/products/sureshot-jogger-portJACKETSLeather jacket is Schott: stridewise.com/schott-cafe-racer-leather-jacketMy Tanuki jacket is pretty hard to find, but there are a few here denimio.com/en_US/search/?cgid=tanukiBaracuta's Harrington glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise548LESS WRINKLY SHIRTSFlint and Tinder's Oxford glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise3t4Denim shirts: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise7ywFOOTWEARAstorflex's travel loafers: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise92lAllen Edmonds' Randolph stridewise.com/allen-edmonds-randolph-bit-loaferRed Wing's weekender chelsea glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise32zConverse Chuck 70 fave.co/3NX79zENothing New: nothingnew.com/collections/mens-sneakers-low-topBAGSFilson's Journeyman stridewise.com/filson-journeymanSatchel & Page's backpack: stridewise.com/satchel-page-backpackThursday's Perfecto leather backpack: thursdayboots.com/products/mens-perfecto-backpack-black-leatherGoRuck x Huckberry GR1: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise5dtI travel a ton and while I'm not one to tell guys to travel in a suit, I think too many of us default to sweatpants and hoodies when we've got a long flight ahead of ourselves. This channel is about dressing casually but with a little thought put into it, so in this video I'm giving you the rules I follow when dressing for travel that you can use whether you're just going sneakers-and-denim all the way to a business casual blazer-and-loafers.
9 Red Wing Iron Ranger Alternatives for Whatever Problem Youve Got With Them Stridewise 2024-11-04 | ★ ↓ Links to products/related videos below ↓★ Full article with more details: stridewise.com/boots-like-red-wing-iron-ranger** CHEAPER **$199 Thursday Captain stridewise.com/thursday-boots-captain$289 - $369 Thursday Challenger thursdayboots.com/products/mens-challenger-lace-up-boot-grand-canyon-leather$250 Jim Green stridewise.com/jim-green-numzaan$99 - $139 Golden Fox amazon.com/Golden-Fox-Boondocker-10-Brown/dp/B01F7OXMXU?tag=stridewise-20&ref_=as_li_ss_tl** ABOUT SAME PRICE **$300 - $400 Wolverine stridewise.com/wolverine-1000-mile$298 - $395 Grant Stone stridewise.com/grant-stone-diesel-boot$399 Red Wing Beckman stridewise.com/red-wing-beckman** PRICIER **$400-$500 or something: Truman trumanboot.com/collections/in-stock-boots?ref=mwidwdqp$649+ Nicks Americana stridewise.com/nicks-americana-bootsRed Wing's Iron Ranger is one of the most iconic boots of all time but there are plenty of reasons you might want an alternative: it's $350, it's super chunky and casual, it's missing a midsole, it's not great at shock absorption, they aren't great at keeping wide sizes, or maybe you don't think it's quite fancy ENOUGH for you. Whatever the reason you're looking for a Red Wing alternative, I've got you covered! Relevant videosGolden Fox review stridewise.com/golden-fox-boondocker-boot-reviewRed Wing vs Thursday stridewise.com/red-wing-vs-thursday-bootsRed Wing vs Wolverine stridewise.com/red-wing-vs-wolverineThursday's Challenger youtube.com/shorts/dMo4AHb15-EJim Green review stridewise.com/jim-green-african-ranger-boot-review
5-Year Viberg Service Boots Review | Are They Worth $860? Stridewise 2024-10-29 | ★ Check the boots out yourself! stridewise.com/viberg-service-bootRelated content I mentioned ↓★ Follow Ticho Blanco and keep an eye out for his Viberg collection video: instagram.com/tichoblancoshoes★ How to choose a Viberg last stridewise.com/viberg-service-boot-lasts★ Viberg vs Whites (with @TrentonHeath ) youtube.com/watch?v=YhzuGNecwXU★ Unmarked Boots - the Mexican Viberg contender stridewise.com/unmarked-boots-review★ @DivisionRoadInc 's trip to Viberg's factory: youtube.com/watch?v=0bffHub3p5Y ★ Best Japanese boot brands with @almostvintagestyle youtube.com/watch?v=CGZHN6bHq8ANobody talks about a boot the way they talk about Viberg. If you're into boots because you like footwear that's high quality and casual at the same time, there's a good chance this brand is your grail, the ultimate balance of fashion and function, dress and work, beauty and durability, craft and utility — but why? There are plenty of brands that cost more and cost less, but Viberg wound up the apex of the casual boot world. After 7 years of reviewing boots, I'm giving the ultimate breakdown of the ultimate boot. 00:00 Why Viberg such a big deal? 00:55 Viberg's leather02:33 Viberg's design03:51 Viberg last guide: 2030 vs 31005:07 Viberg 2030 service boot sizing05:39 Viberg's materials06:26 Where are Viberg boots made07:07 How are Viberg boots made9:09 Work boots vs casual boots10:35 Viberg's quality control11:05 Viberg boot alternatives12:26 Viberg boot pros & cons13:45 Are Viberg boots worth it?
Why Are Barbours Waxed Jackets So Famous? Stridewise 2024-10-23 | ★ Barbour's one of these 7 super famous fall jackets: youtube.com/watch?v=l3Rlm6fTZpA&t=402s ★ Tim's Barbour Beaufort review: stridewise.com/barbour-beaufort-review/↗★ Beaufort vs Bedale: Choosing Your Barbour Jacket stridewise.com/barbour-bedale-vs-beaufort
What Is LWG Boot Leather – and Does It Matter? Stridewise 2024-10-22 | An example of an LWG gold-rated tannery is Mexico's Lefarc, which I visited here: youtube.com/watch?v=xBY6zFHQbNQ
Would You Pay $800 for SILK Jeans? (Momotaro Review) Stridewise 2024-10-21 | ★ Thanks for the worm spit, @momotarojeans1519 ! Check out their new silk collection: momotaro-jeans.com/jeans/collection/silk-cashmere.html★ Our breakdown of a totally different pair of $700 jeans from Tanuki: youtube.com/watch?v=o7Ypt5kxJzY★ The 9 Best Selvedge Denim Brands stridewise.com/best-selvedge-denimA lot of modern forces are shaking up the home of traditional denim weaving: Okayama, Japan. Factories and brands are being revamped or bought out as the market's thirst for sustainable apparel and fresh approaches grows and grows. Momotaro is a favorite in the space, known for their pink seams, Zimbabwe cotton, and hairy fabrics, but they've recently experienced a big brand refresh as they try to stay competitive in the bustling marketplace of high end selvedge. What's the new Momotaro making waves with? Some compelling new dyeing methods (like formulas laced with cherry blossom) and this, the most eye-catching: denim woven with silk. Here's what Troy Barmore thought of his first week in the jeans.00:00 Who are Momotaro Jeans?00:59 The current state of Okayama denim01:55 M200SLIZ4S #200 Silk Tapered 15oz 02:46 Why Silk Denim?04:02 Fit and Sizing for Momotaro's 200 fit06:43 Pros08:51 Cons11:18 Wrapping upFull article: stridewise.com/momotaro-jeans-review-silk-denim
I Made the World’s Least Problematic Leather Boot Stridewise 2024-10-18 | THANK YOU FOR 100K SUBS! Celebrate with CASWELL X STRIDEWISE PRESENT: THE FERAL SWINE caswellbootco.com/products/xxx-cognac-jabari-boarstridewise.com/wild-boar-leather-boot
Unboxing My First 8 Boots of the Season 🐗 Stridewise 2024-10-14 | 1. Save your nation with THE FERAL SWINE boot: caswellbootco.com/products/xxx-cognac-jabari-boar Here is a list of the other boots and videos I mention throughout this video!2. Midas Bootmaker: like most Indonesian brands, has no website and you order through their Instagram: instagram.com/midasbootmaker3. Russell Moccasin: ktku.co/8Z4. Allen Edmonds' Tompkins: fave.co/4dLlJVs5. Wolverine 1000 Mile: fave.co/4eKaa1Q6. Truman Boot Co's Rambler in the cap toe 79 last: trumanboot.com/products/coach-rambler?ref=mwidwdqp7. Truman Boot Co in the plain sprung toe 20 last: trumanboot.com/collections/in-stock-boots/products/coach-rambler-20-last?ref=mwidwdqp8. Origo's Adventurer: origoshoes.com/products/the-adventurer-boot-for-men-caramel✱ My Indonesia videos: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNld8fx1SmnkNYSh7we345L0m5Wg-XEai✱ My trip to Mexico's Lefarc Tannery: stridewise.com/lefarc-tannery ✱ Genuine handsewn moccasin construction in the Rancourt factory visit: youtube.com/watch?v=I970DXNqGPk✱ How Horween makes some of the fanciest shell cordovan: stridewise.com/horween-shell-cordovan✱ Visiting Allen Edmonds Madison Avenue store: youtube.com/watch?v=1CtfvpzKfhs✱ My Re-Review Red Wing Iron Ranger: youtube.com/watch?v=86Z-_wHbDpQ00:00 Intro00:30 The Feral Swine02:24 Midas Bootmaker04:14 Russell Moccasin06:15 Allen Edmonds 07:44 Wolverine 08:46 Truman Boot Co11:00 Origo13:24 Wrapping up
Why WILD BOAR LEATHER boots will unite the country Stridewise 2024-10-10 | Check it out! caswellbootco.com/products/xxx-cognac-jabari-boar
Is This the Most Iconic Fall Jacket? Baracutas G9 Harrington Stridewise 2024-10-08 | The jacket: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise9okFull video: youtu.be/l3Rlm6fTZpA
4 Ways to Style a Chore Coat | From Casual to Dressy-ish Stridewise 2024-10-07 | * Thanks for sending the jackets, Huckberry! Here's all their chore coats: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise915* This is the dressier wool one: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise62l* Check out Grown and Sewn's dope canvas pants: ktku.co/8p* The French chore coat is one of these 7 SUPER FAMOUS FALL JACKETS: youtube.com/watch?v=l3Rlm6fTZpA * This @PermanentStyleLondon article on luxury chore coats is really good: permanentstyle.com/2022/12/lluxury-chore-coats-compared.html* Full article + pics: stridewise.com/how-to-style-a-chore-coatChore coats are simple and minimalist yet instantly recognizable: loose and long in the body, short and stumpy in the arms, and typically made with one of two super dense cotton twills: moleskin (soft!) or drill (bumpy!) With origins in 19th century France, in this video I'm styling the two most influential chore coats: Mont St Michel (French!) and Taylor Stitch (modern!). Also there's a cream one from Wellen but it's probably discontinued, also a wool one from Flint and Tinder if you want an example of one that's easier to dress up!00:00 Intro00:45 What's a chore coat01:59 the best color for chore coats2:18 workwear outfits02:52 slimmer workwear 04:56 smart casual 06:38 modern casual08:00 Luxury chore coats
Inside Thursdays New Luxury Chelsea Boot: The Journeyman Stridewise 2024-10-07 | Check out these snazzy Chelseas thursdayboots.com/products/mens-journeyman-wholecut-chelsea-boot-stone-ramblerWrote this article on the Black Label Collection stridewise.com/thursday-boots-black-label
How to Get Salt Stains Out of Leather Boots (Even If Its Kangaroo) Stridewise 2024-10-05 | Thanks for the help @Shellvedge ! Subscribe to his channel!Longer article: stridewise.com/how-to-get-salt-stains-out-of-boots
365 Days in Huckberrys 365 Pants Stridewise 2024-10-03 | Here are the pants: stridewise.com/huckberry-365-pantsFull review + video: stridewise.com/huckberry-flint-tinder-365-pants-review
The 5 Best Waxed Jackets Right Now Stridewise 2024-10-01 | 5 more in the full article: stridewise.com/best-waxed-jackets
7 Super Famous Fall Jackets You Can Still Wear (Elvis, Charles, and Other Kings) Stridewise 2024-09-30 | Thanks for supporting the channel, Huckberry! Here are the jackets:★ Baracuta's G-9 Harrington: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise9ok★ Levi's Denim Trucker: fave.co/3zFUwFt★ Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise5od★ Barbour's Beaufort: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise2ta★ Rogue Territory's Sashiko: rogueterritory.com/products/cruiser-jacket-indigo-sashiko★ Cockpit USA's M-65 Field Jacket: ktku.co/7I★ Mont St Michel Chore Coat: glnk.io/3vzrq/stridewise2ee(Sashiko jacket substitutes:Soso's custom sashiko: https://sosoclothing.se/product/12oz-navy-sashiko-jacket/Japan Blue's sashiko: japanblue-jeans.com/jbgj1005-id.html)I'm really pumped about this fall video about fall jackets that are famous! Some are so famous that thousands of soldiers wore the exact same one, others are famous in the more niche raw denim community but the most important takeaway is that these are very impactful jackets that you can (usually) still buy today and they're all in different fabrics! Except the two waxed jackets. From Vietnam field jackets to snappy cross-Atlantic Harrington jackets there's something for everyone's style.Videos I mentioned: ★ Denim jacket history, with a denim jacket historian: youtube.com/watch?v=zfKSpxulVYo★ Type 1 vs 2 vs 3 denim jackets: youtube.com/watch?v=lZmZ1F4foOw★ My trip to a jeans fading factory:youtube.com/watch?v=FAtcCZJ2K1o★ Barbour waxed jacket comparison: youtube.com/watch?v=HuwnVeDECsA★ The 25 Jackets In My Wardrobe: youtube.com/watch?v=yvgwDBms3EE00:00 Lightweight jackets for fall that are famous!00:40 Baracuta G-9 Harrington02:00 Levi's Denim Trucker Jacket03:07 Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker Jacket03:52 Barbour's Beaufort 04:28 Rogue Territory's Sashiko05:51 M-65 Field Jacket06:42 Mont St Michel's Chore Coat07:53 Bye
Inside Thursday Boots Premium Black Label boots (vs the Captain boot) Stridewise 2024-09-29 | Full article: stridewise.com/thursday-boots-black-label
The 3 Dr Martens Alternatives That Dont Suck Stridewise 2024-09-28 | * THREE MORE OPTIONS in the full article: stridewise.com/doc-marten-alternatives* More Dr Martens comparisons:Docs vs Timberland: stridewise.com/timberlands-vs-doc-martensDocs vs Red Wing: stridewise.com/red-wing-vs-dr-martensDocs vs Thursday Hero: stridewise.com/dr-martens-vs-thursday-bootsDocs vs Solovair: stridewise.com/dr-martens-vs-solovairThe Doc Martens 1460 is one of the most iconic boots of all time — honestly, there's an argument that it's THE most iconic — but they don't do half sizes, the leather is thin, the soles wear down easily, and it's next to impossible to resole them. There are better alternatives out there, but which one's right for you? Whether you want British made, USA made, or just plain better made, I've got you covered.00:00 Introduction00:35 How I'm deciding on alternatives01:14 Why Dr Martens aren't great 03:45 Dr Martens vs Solovair 06:20 Dr Martens vs Goral 10:27 Dr Martens vs Thursday
5 Types of Business Casual Shoes Explained Stridewise 2024-09-20 | * Check out Bridlen's biz casual shoe collection: ktku.co/5L* See how they're made in my factory visit: youtube.com/watch?v=A2qaqGGcyTo
Inside Indias First Goodyear Welted Shoe Brand Stridewise 2024-09-15 | ★ Thanks to Bridlen for hosting: http://bridlen.com/?ktk=YnJHczhNLWNjMjI2YzJkYzhm★ See my other India video: A Guide to Business Casual Shoes youtube.com/watch?v=bYb-js0n_wc★ Read the article: stridewise.com/bridlen-india-shoemakerI've been to shoe factories all over the world but In the city formerly known as Madras, Bridlen uses at least five techniques I'd never seen before: lining without glue, lasting without pulling, combining leather and steel shanks, and this hybrid Goodyear welt/ hand welt that made me have a total mental breakdown when I saw it happening in real life. Buckle up: whether or not you have any interest in India's shoemaking, Bridlen will blow your mind.00:00 Why we're visiting Chennai00:32 What kind of leather do you use? 01:01 Janus Calf suede02:09 Shinki hikaku cordovan02:44 Clicking the leather04:16 Lasting the shoes05:57 Lining the shoes without glue07:38 Different leather insoles and outsoles09:06 Hybrid hand welt Goodyear welt 11:32 The hybrid shank12:02 Attaching the outsole13:31 Bridlen's boondocker13:58 Finishing 14:40 Wrapping up#madeinindia #indianshoes
Oxford vs Derby vs Blucher Shoes Explained Stridewise 2024-09-12 | * The Taxonomy of Business Casual Shoes: youtube.com/watch?v=bYb-js0n_wc ← Learn more about wingtips, longwings, blind eyelets and more* Check out Bridlen's biz casual shoe collection: ktku.co/5L
Red Wing vs Thursday Boots: A 5-Year Review Stridewise 2024-09-11 | * Full article: stridewise.com/red-wing-vs-thursday-boots* Check out Red Wing: stridewise.com/red-wing-iron-ranger* Check out Thursday: stridewise.com/thursday-captain-boots* Sizing videos I did WITH THE BRANDS- How to Size Red Wing: youtube.com/watch?v=bon8Whv3TGo- How to Size Thursday: youtube.com/watch?v=SDZipr2A6O0Me and @RoseAnvil bisecting an old Iron Ranger: youtube.com/watch?v=t8ECwk_Pw9gThey're the two most popular Goodyear welted boots and I'd actually say they're both the best value boots — in different ways. After 5 years of wearing both Red Wing's Iron Ranger and Thursday's Captain, the bestselling lace up cap toe boots from either brand, I've somehow distilled my conclusions into a video that's less than ten minutes long. The style, price, construction, and leather all come together in this thrilling sequel to my 2018 comparison! 00:00 Why Red Wing and Thursday?00:54 Red Wing vs Thursday price01:51 Red Wing vs Thursday where are they made02:16 Red Wing vs Thursday style03:42 Red Wing vs Thursday leather quality05:09 Red Wing vs Thursday Construction: how are they made06:30 Red Wing vs Thursday comfort 08:32 Red Wing vs Thursday sizing & fit09:08 Wrapping up
Maybe Shell Cordovan Isnt Leather At All Stridewise 2024-09-08 | Subscribe to @Shellvedge !Full video: 8 Myths About Shell Cordovan youtube.com/watch?v=jPSyo1Lus9k
Cordovan vs Calfskin: Whats the Best Leather for Dress Shoes? Stridewise 2024-09-07 | * From 8 Myths About Cordovan "Leather": youtube.com/watch?v=jPSyo1Lus9k * The 10 Best Dress Boots: stridewise.com/best-dress-boots
Oxford or Derby? 5 Types of Business Casual Shoes Men Should Know Stridewise 2024-09-05 | * Check out Bridlen's biz casual shoe collection: ktku.co/5L* Pair your shoes with one of my favorite briefcases: stridewise.com/best-leather-briefcase-menThere comes a time when every man need to wear a sports jacket (for me it was a recent whiskey tasting in Manhattan) and he needs to work out how to wear shoes that aren't as formal as shiny black cap toes, but less casual than the boots we all know and love at Stridewise. To help me work out how to properly classify business casual shoes (AND their subtypes!) I checked in with my current favorite brand in the space, Bridlen Shoes, on a recent trip to India. What, you don't travel across continents to learn about lacing systems?? 00:00 Intro00:54 What's a Derby shoe01:26 What's an Oxford shoe01:59 Oxfords vs Derby shoes02:40 What's a blucher shoe03:33 Eyelets vs blind eyelets04:29 What's a wingtip shoe?05:07 Longwing vs Wingtip shoes05:59 Wingtip vs brogue shoes 07:04 Austerity wingtips08:09 Types of business casual shoes09:17 What leathers make shoes formal 09:56 Wrapping up
How This Tailor Wears Chunky Loafers Stridewise 2024-09-02 | Full video with @AlejandroJomar youtube.com/watch?v=c1CDxvYdY68
Goodyear Welt vs Hand Welt | Is One Boot Tougher? Stridewise 2024-09-01 | @almostvintagestyle wrote this big breakdown on the topic: stridewise.com/goodyear-welt-vs-hand-weltSee my visit to Indonesian hand welters:
White socks + Loafers ? Stridewise 2024-08-30 | * Full video: youtube.com/watch?v=c1CDxvYdY68 * Related: How to dress up loafers youtube.com/watch?v=tPMi4_pn1-0
