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    Redbacks and rub dubin into them occasionally to protect them.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wombat Garden Services View Post
    I'm on my 3rd pair of Steel Blue work boots, the most comfortable boots Ive tried, about $160
    Hey Wombat, I too have steel blue... the lightest boot around, hard to get them though...

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    i believe Simon from Shepparton Lawn Care quite likes them as well
    Anything Ian says may or may not be garbage, it may also be his own opinion or it may not be his opinion at all, it may just be something he felt like stating anyone following his advice does so at their own risk and may be doing something Ian would actually advise against.
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    I use Mongrel boots with a rub of Dubbin once a week, have lasted 18 months so far, my Blundstones only lasted 9 months

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    Steel Blue and Ascent are the only 2 Brands that have Podiatrist's stamp of approval. I have had a problem with my left heel.Plus I have to wear custom made insoles otherwise I'd be at the dole office. Rolling my ankles playing squash years earlier has weakened ligaments in my ankle. After working on 2 separate jobs with very steep sloping blocks, my heel became very sore. I had to go to the podiatrist. For a while it was touch and go if I could continue! Getting good boots is a good investment for an important part of your business. Your feet. Don't sell them short. I did and have paid the price.

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    Thanks all, I`ll give the red backs a go they look the goods on there web site http://www.redback.net.au/home.html But they don`t say there local dealer..Are they sold in a chain store ??
    ....Nothing like a good whipper....

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    I am on my second pair of Ascent boots like a comfy pair of runners $180 bucks from Athletes foot.

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    Quote Originally Posted by simo View Post
    Thanks all, I`ll give the red backs a go they look the goods on there web site http://www.redback.net.au/home.html But they don`t say there local dealer..Are they sold in a chain store ??
    Army disposals is where I get my redbacks, but when I'm due for another pair I think I will have to check out the ascends and steelblue boots going by some of these posts

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    Hi Peter,

    Get lace up boots, they support your ankle better. I have a similar problem, sprained my ankle to many times playing sport when younger, now need to have strapping or lace up boots when working on sloping ground.

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    Mack Master Q. Steel capped and bloody hard wearing. Without doubt the most comfortable boot I have had. I sometimes forget I have them on. Agree with the ankle support. It is a must. I have worn boots all my life. Hell I even have good ones for going out. I prefer to wear a boot than a shoe. Feel somehow undressed in shoes. Can't stand slip on boots. Boots are essential to your health. You spend all day in them so make sure you get a good boot.
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    Agree 100% on lace ups - only way to go. Was told as a young 'un, look after your teeth, eyes and feet. Sound advice




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    I had a good 18 months out of these http://cgi.ebay.com.au/SIZE-9-OLIVER...item3f01087a59 very comfortable. Just about shagged now.

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    Ive been wearing Magnums.
    They are Waterproof and soft leather.... Military soles....

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    what ever boot make sure you use dublin wax every week and they last three times as long

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    Quote Originally Posted by geoff View Post
    what ever boot make sure you use dublin wax every week and they last three times as long
    What is dublin wax ? What does it do and where do i get it ?

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