Brewery Workers, What Boots Do You Use and Why?
Brewery Workers, What Boots Do You Use and Why?
Hey fellow brewery workers and enthusiasts!
A crucial aspect of work attire is the boots we wear. Whether you're brewing or cellering, having the right pair of boots can make a significant difference in comfort, safety, and overall productivity.
I'm curious to hear from all of you about the boots you use in a brewery setting and the reasons behind your choices. Are you a die-hard fan of a specific brand, or do you prefer certain features that cater to the brewery environment? Perhaps you've found a particular style that strikes the perfect balance between functionality and comfort? Share your insights and experiences!
Cheers! 🍻
Not a brewer, but I’ve been inside enough of them to know the answer to this.
XtraTuf. They’re super popular in commercial fishing in Alaska and the like. They’re basically everything proof, and they make steel toe variants.
Personally, I hate xtratufs. They cracked on me after a month. Easily the shortest lived brewery boots I've used.
Huh. That sucks. Maybe you got a lemon. I’ve known laborers in construction that manage to get more than one season out of them, which is impressive for any boot. Good luck on your hunt.
Another boot that’s waterproof but not a rubber style is the Thorogood American Heritage. I wear these daily in heavy construction and have stood ankle deep in water without a leak, expensive, but extremely comfortable, wedge soles are like walking on clouds. Also union made in the US.
Been a Bekina wearer for 5+ years now. Comfortable, for my feet at least. Price is modest at ~$120 a pair for steel toes. Durability is mostly great: I've had some last 2+ years of the daily grind and some tear after <6 months. Good news is that their customer service is top notch and swapped out any pair that developed a tear when under warranty (1 year). Made in Belgium so most likely not sweatshop labor.
Been a while since I've worked on the brewery side, but then it was Honeywell Servus. Steel toed wellies. Worked great!