[AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Ben Royer]

May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out for 
discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work boot?  
I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty good pair of 
boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower rungs and what not.  
However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am looking to buy a new pair, 
but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the best.  I’m considering a steel 
shank, steel toe, option, as my currents are only steel toe, but not sure if 
it’s worth it.  What say you, group?

Thank you,
Ben Royer, Operations Manager
Royell Communications, Inc.
217-965-3699 www.royell.net

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Josh Reynolds]

Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.

Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're just
that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex
lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.

No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
mountains.

I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look like
they would easily hold up another 4.

On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:

> May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out for
> discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work boot?
> I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty good pair
> of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower rungs and what
> not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am looking to buy a
> new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the best.  I’m
> considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents are only steel
> toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?
>
> Thank you,
> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
> Royell Communications, Inc.
> 217-965-3699 www.royell.net
>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[That One Guy /sarcasm]

the best i ever had was an 11 dollar pair of brown loafers from walmart,
was like being barefoot on the tower without the galvanize splinters
shredding your foot

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:20 AM, Josh Reynolds  wrote:

> Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.
>
> Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're just
> that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex
> lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.
>
> No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
> toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
> mountains.
>
> I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look like
> they would easily hold up another 4.
>
> On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:
>
>> May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out
>> for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work
>> boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty
>> good pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower
>> rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am
>> looking to buy a new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the
>> best.  I’m considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents are
>> only steel toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?
>>
>> Thank you,
>> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
>> Royell Communications, Inc.
>> 217-965-3699 www.royell.net
>>
>


-- 
If you only see yourself as part of the team but you don't see your team as
part of yourself you have already failed as part of the team.

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Josh Reynolds]

CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and
looks.

On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:

> Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.
>
> Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're just
> that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex
> lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.
>
> No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
> toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
> mountains.
>
> I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look like
> they would easily hold up another 4.
>
> On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:
>
>> May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out
>> for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work
>> boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty
>> good pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower
>> rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am
>> looking to buy a new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the
>> best.  I’m considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents are
>> only steel toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?
>>
>> Thank you,
>> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
>> Royell Communications, Inc.
>> 217-965-3699 www.royell.net
>>
>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Eric Muehleisen]

My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds  wrote:

> CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and
> looks.
>
> On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:
>
>> Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.
>>
>> Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're just
>> that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex
>> lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.
>>
>> No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
>> toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
>> mountains.
>>
>> I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look
>> like they would easily hold up another 4.
>>
>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:
>>
>>> May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out
>>> for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work
>>> boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty
>>> good pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower
>>> rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am
>>> looking to buy a new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the
>>> best.  I’m considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents are
>>> only steel toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
>>> Royell Communications, Inc.
>>> 217-965-3699 www.royell.net
>>>
>>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Josh Luthman]

I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.

Josh Luthman
Office: 937-552-2340
Direct: 937-552-2343
1100 Wayne St
Suite 1337
Troy, OH 45373

On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen"  wrote:

> My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.
>
> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds 
> wrote:
>
>> CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and
>> looks.
>>
>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:
>>
>>> Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.
>>>
>>> Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're
>>> just that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex
>>> lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.
>>>
>>> No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
>>> toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
>>> mountains.
>>>
>>> I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look
>>> like they would easily hold up another 4.
>>>
>>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:
>>>
 May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out
 for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work
 boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty
 good pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower
 rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am
 looking to buy a new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the
 best.  I’m considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents are
 only steel toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?

 Thank you,
 Ben Royer, Operations Manager
 Royell Communications, Inc.
 217-965-3699 www.royell.net

>>>
>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Jaime Solorza]

Chinooks from Gander mountain is what I am using now.Tennis shoes are
not good for serious tower workif they stay on for long time they will
feel it for sure.No protection for toes, soles or ankles... That's a
Bozo No No in my book.

On Oct 7, 2016 10:31 AM, "Josh Luthman"  wrote:

> I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.
>
> Josh Luthman
> Office: 937-552-2340
> Direct: 937-552-2343
> 1100 Wayne St
> Suite 1337
> Troy, OH 45373
>
> On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen"  wrote:
>
>> My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.
>>
>> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and
>>> looks.
>>>
>>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:
>>>
 Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.

 Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're
 just that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex
 lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.

 No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
 toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
 mountains.

 I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look
 like they would easily hold up another 4.

 On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:

> May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out
> for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work
> boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty
> good pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower
> rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am
> looking to buy a new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the
> best.  I’m considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents 
> are
> only steel toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?
>
> Thank you,
> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
> Royell Communications, Inc.
> 217-965-3699 www.royell.net
>

>>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Joe Novak]

I always liked the steel shank myself. It made it more comfortable standing
on ladders and towers for longer periods of time.

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:31 AM, Josh Luthman 
wrote:

> I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.
>
> Josh Luthman
> Office: 937-552-2340
> Direct: 937-552-2343
> 1100 Wayne St
> Suite 1337
> Troy, OH 45373
>
> On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen"  wrote:
>
>> My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.
>>
>> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and
>>> looks.
>>>
>>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:
>>>
 Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.

 Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're
 just that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex
 lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.

 No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
 toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
 mountains.

 I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look
 like they would easily hold up another 4.

 On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:

> May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out
> for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work
> boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty
> good pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower
> rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am
> looking to buy a new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the
> best.  I’m considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents 
> are
> only steel toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?
>
> Thank you,
> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
> Royell Communications, Inc.
> 217-965-3699 www.royell.net
>

>>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Jeremy]

I wear Danner boots.  They are decent boots, in the $100 range.  They're no
lineman's boots, but they still hold up fairly well.  I replace them every
year or two.

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 10:30 AM, Eric Muehleisen  wrote:

> My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.
>
> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds 
> wrote:
>
>> CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and
>> looks.
>>
>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:
>>
>>> Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.
>>>
>>> Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're
>>> just that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex
>>> lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.
>>>
>>> No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
>>> toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
>>> mountains.
>>>
>>> I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look
>>> like they would easily hold up another 4.
>>>
>>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:
>>>
 May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out
 for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work
 boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty
 good pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower
 rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am
 looking to buy a new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the
 best.  I’m considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents are
 only steel toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?

 Thank you,
 Ben Royer, Operations Manager
 Royell Communications, Inc.
 217-965-3699 www.royell.net

>>>
>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[chuck]

Oh, that would hurt...
Gotta have steel shank.  

From: Eric Muehleisen 
Sent: Friday, October 7, 2016 10:30 AM
To: af@afmug.com 
Subject: Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds  wrote:

  CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and looks.


  On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:

Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.

Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're just 
that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex lined, 
etc. Awesome, awesome boots.

No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the 
toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and mountains.

I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look like 
they would easily hold up another 4.


On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:

  May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out 
for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work boot?  
I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty good pair of 
boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower rungs and what not.  
However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am looking to buy a new pair, 
but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the best.  I’m considering a steel 
shank, steel toe, option, as my currents are only steel toe, but not sure if 
it’s worth it.  What say you, group?

  Thank you,
  Ben Royer, Operations Manager
  Royell Communications, Inc.
  217-965-3699 www.royell.net

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[That One Guy /sarcasm]

Im monkey footed, I had steel toe rigid sole with a heel boots for a wile,
only think i liked was you could lok the heel on the bars. At the end of
the day my legs and ankles killed me. In a factory I worked in i ran a
multi ton cart over my foot, the only reason i still have that foot is
cause i didnt have steel toes, osha be damned, I will avoid those fuckers
at all cost when I can. If I still climbed regular, i would probably look
for rock climbing shoes, those would be the bees knees for tower work

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:41 AM, Jeremy  wrote:

> I wear Danner boots.  They are decent boots, in the $100 range.  They're
> no lineman's boots, but they still hold up fairly well.  I replace them
> every year or two.
>
> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 10:30 AM, Eric Muehleisen 
> wrote:
>
>> My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.
>>
>> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and
>>> looks.
>>>
>>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:
>>>
 Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.

 Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're
 just that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex
 lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.

 No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
 toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
 mountains.

 I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look
 like they would easily hold up another 4.

 On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:

> May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out
> for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work
> boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty
> good pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower
> rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am
> looking to buy a new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the
> best.  I’m considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents 
> are
> only steel toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?
>
> Thank you,
> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
> Royell Communications, Inc.
> 217-965-3699 www.royell.net
>

>>
>


-- 
If you only see yourself as part of the team but you don't see your team as
part of yourself you have already failed as part of the team.

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Josh Reynolds]

It is

On Oct 7, 2016 11:31 AM, "Josh Luthman"  wrote:

> I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.
>
> Josh Luthman
> Office: 937-552-2340
> Direct: 937-552-2343
> 1100 Wayne St
> Suite 1337
> Troy, OH 45373
>
> On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen"  wrote:
>
>> My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.
>>
>> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and
>>> looks.
>>>
>>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:
>>>
 Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.

 Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're
 just that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex
 lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.

 No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
 toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
 mountains.

 I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look
 like they would easily hold up another 4.

 On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:

> May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out
> for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work
> boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty
> good pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower
> rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am
> looking to buy a new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the
> best.  I’m considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents 
> are
> only steel toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?
>
> Thank you,
> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
> Royell Communications, Inc.
> 217-965-3699 www.royell.net
>

>>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Josh Reynolds]

No ankle protection, no footbed protection, not waterproof, no goretex..

No way I would climb icy towers like that in the winter. Summer? Maybe, but
my boots are so nice I'd rather just wear them every day *shrug*

On Oct 7, 2016 11:37 AM, "Jaime Solorza"  wrote:

> Chinooks from Gander mountain is what I am using now.Tennis shoes are
> not good for serious tower workif they stay on for long time they will
> feel it for sure.No protection for toes, soles or ankles... That's a
> Bozo No No in my book.
>
> On Oct 7, 2016 10:31 AM, "Josh Luthman" 
> wrote:
>
>> I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.
>>
>> Josh Luthman
>> Office: 937-552-2340
>> Direct: 937-552-2343
>> 1100 Wayne St
>> Suite 1337
>> Troy, OH 45373
>>
>> On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen"  wrote:
>>
>>> My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.
>>>
>>> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and
 looks.

 On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:

> Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.
>
> Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're
> just that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, 
> goretex
> lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.
>
> No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
> toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
> mountains.
>
> I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look
> like they would easily hold up another 4.
>
> On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:
>
>> May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it
>> out for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a
>> work boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a
>> pretty good pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on
>> tower rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and
>> am looking to buy a new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s 
>> the
>> best.  I’m considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents 
>> are
>> only steel toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?
>>
>> Thank you,
>> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
>> Royell Communications, Inc.
>> 217-965-3699 www.royell.net
>>
>
>>>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Josh Reynolds]

Exactly

On Oct 7, 2016 11:37 AM, "Joe Novak"  wrote:

> I always liked the steel shank myself. It made it more comfortable
> standing on ladders and towers for longer periods of time.
>
> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:31 AM, Josh Luthman  > wrote:
>
>> I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.
>>
>> Josh Luthman
>> Office: 937-552-2340
>> Direct: 937-552-2343
>> 1100 Wayne St
>> Suite 1337
>> Troy, OH 45373
>>
>> On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen"  wrote:
>>
>>> My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.
>>>
>>> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and
 looks.

 On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:

> Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.
>
> Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're
> just that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, 
> goretex
> lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.
>
> No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the
> toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and
> mountains.
>
> I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look
> like they would easily hold up another 4.
>
> On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:
>
>> May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it
>> out for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a
>> work boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a
>> pretty good pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on
>> tower rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and
>> am looking to buy a new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s 
>> the
>> best.  I’m considering a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents 
>> are
>> only steel toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?
>>
>> Thank you,
>> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
>> Royell Communications, Inc.
>> 217-965-3699 www.royell.net
>>
>
>>>
>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[chuck]

I used to spend a good part of my day on steps driven into wooden telephone 
poles.
I tried it when I first got hired with normal work boots, it killed me.  
Steel shanks made it possible to continue to work there.  

From: Josh Reynolds 
Sent: Friday, October 7, 2016 11:33 AM
To: af@afmug.com 
Subject: Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

Exactly


On Oct 7, 2016 11:37 AM, "Joe Novak"  wrote:

  I always liked the steel shank myself. It made it more comfortable standing 
on ladders and towers for longer periods of time.

  On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:31 AM, Josh Luthman  
wrote:

I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.

Josh Luthman
Office: 937-552-2340
Direct: 937-552-2343
1100 Wayne St
Suite 1337
Troy, OH 45373


On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen"  wrote:

  My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.

  On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds  
wrote:

CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and 
looks.


On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:

  Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.

  Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're 
just that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex 
lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.

  No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the 
toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and mountains.

  I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look 
like they would easily hold up another 4.


  On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:

May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it 
out for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work 
boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty good 
pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower rungs and 
what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am looking to buy a 
new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the best.  I’m considering 
a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents are only steel toe, but not 
sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?

Thank you,
Ben Royer, Operations Manager
Royell Communications, Inc.
217-965-3699 www.royell.net

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Robert Andrews]

And after 20-40 years standing on round bars your arches will thank you 
for not having to bear the load on something that wasn't evolved for 
that...   ( unless you don't believe in evolution, then it's perfectly 
fine )...


On 10/07/2016 10:32 AM, Josh Reynolds wrote:

Exactly


On Oct 7, 2016 11:37 AM, "Joe Novak" mailto:jno...@lrcomm.com>> wrote:

I always liked the steel shank myself. It made it more comfortable
standing on ladders and towers for longer periods of time.

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:31 AM, Josh Luthman
mailto:j...@imaginenetworksllc.com>>
wrote:

I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.

Josh Luthman
Office: 937-552-2340 
Direct: 937-552-2343 
1100 Wayne St
Suite 1337
Troy, OH 45373


On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen" mailto:ericm...@gmail.com>> wrote:

My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds
mailto:j...@kyneticwifi.com>> wrote:

CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of
feature options and looks.


On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"
mailto:j...@kyneticwifi.com>> wrote:

Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.

Love them, wearing them right now in the data center
because they're just that comfortable despite having
steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex lined, etc.
Awesome, awesome boots.

No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the
leather around the toecap, despite having them for 2
years in Alaska climbing towers and mountains.

I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape
they are in look like they would easily hold up
another 4.


On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"
mailto:operati...@royell.net>> wrote:

May have been a conversation of the past, but
thought I’d throw it out for discussion.  What
do all you tower climbers out there use for a
work boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now
and to me has been a pretty good pair of boots.
Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on
tower rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had
this pair for a bit now, and am looking to buy a
new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to
what’s the best.  I’m considering a steel shank,
steel toe, option, as my currents are only steel
toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say
you, group?
Thank you,
Ben Royer, Operations Manager
Royell Communications, Inc.
217-965-3699  www.royell.net

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Jaime Solorza]

" ( unless you don't believe in evolution, then it's perfectly fine )...'
 Yep all those fossils they are now testing for DNA and stuff are fake
according to a friend of mine.   Says the  anthropologists and scientists
just trying to refute the bible.Heaven help him!

Anyway, I recommend steel toe boots with shank for tower climbing.   Rock
climbing shoes are designed for just that, climbing rocks!!  They don't
protect foot or arches.but I am not your dad or boss, so do what you
wish.

Jaime Solorza
Wireless Systems Architect
915-861-1390

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:48 AM, Robert Andrews 
wrote:

> And after 20-40 years standing on round bars your arches will thank you
> for not having to bear the load on something that wasn't evolved for
> that...   ( unless you don't believe in evolution, then it's perfectly fine
> )...
>
> On 10/07/2016 10:32 AM, Josh Reynolds wrote:
>
>> Exactly
>>
>>
>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:37 AM, "Joe Novak" > > wrote:
>>
>> I always liked the steel shank myself. It made it more comfortable
>> standing on ladders and towers for longer periods of time.
>>
>> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:31 AM, Josh Luthman
>> mailto:j...@imaginenetworksllc.com>>
>> wrote:
>>
>> I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.
>>
>> Josh Luthman
>> Office: 937-552-2340 
>> Direct: 937-552-2343 
>> 1100 Wayne St
>> Suite 1337
>> Troy, OH 45373
>>
>>
>> On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen" > > wrote:
>>
>> My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.
>>
>> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds
>> mailto:j...@kyneticwifi.com>> wrote:
>>
>> CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of
>> feature options and looks.
>>
>>
>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"
>> mailto:j...@kyneticwifi.com>>
>> wrote:
>>
>> Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.
>>
>> Love them, wearing them right now in the data center
>> because they're just that comfortable despite having
>> steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex lined, etc.
>> Awesome, awesome boots.
>>
>> No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the
>> leather around the toecap, despite having them for 2
>> years in Alaska climbing towers and mountains.
>>
>> I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape
>> they are in look like they would easily hold up
>> another 4.
>>
>>
>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"
>> > > wrote:
>>
>> May have been a conversation of the past, but
>> thought I’d throw it out for discussion.  What
>> do all you tower climbers out there use for a
>> work boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now
>> and to me has been a pretty good pair of boots.
>> Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on
>> tower rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had
>> this pair for a bit now, and am looking to buy a
>> new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to
>> what’s the best.  I’m considering a steel shank,
>> steel toe, option, as my currents are only steel
>> toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say
>> you, group?
>> Thank you,
>> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
>> Royell Communications, Inc.
>> 217-965-3699  www.royell.net
>> 
>>
>>
>>
>>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[chuck]

My grandad’s dinosaur saddle is in my tack room...

From: Jaime Solorza 
Sent: Friday, October 7, 2016 11:56 AM
To: Animal Farm 
Subject: Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

" ( unless you don't believe in evolution, then it's perfectly fine )...'
Yep all those fossils they are now testing for DNA and stuff are fake according 
to a friend of mine.   Says the  anthropologists and scientists just trying to 
refute the bible.Heaven help him!



Anyway, I recommend steel toe boots with shank for tower climbing.   Rock 
climbing shoes are designed for just that, climbing rocks!!  They don't protect 
foot or arches.but I am not your dad or boss, so do what you wish.

Jaime Solorza 
Wireless Systems Architect
915-861-1390

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:48 AM, Robert Andrews  wrote:

  And after 20-40 years standing on round bars your arches will thank you for 
not having to bear the load on something that wasn't evolved for that...   ( 
unless you don't believe in evolution, then it's perfectly fine )...

  On 10/07/2016 10:32 AM, Josh Reynolds wrote:

Exactly


On Oct 7, 2016 11:37 AM, "Joe Novak" mailto:jno...@lrcomm.com>> wrote:

I always liked the steel shank myself. It made it more comfortable
standing on ladders and towers for longer periods of time.

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:31 AM, Josh Luthman
mailto:j...@imaginenetworksllc.com>>
wrote:

I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.

Josh Luthman
Office: 937-552-2340 
Direct: 937-552-2343 
1100 Wayne St
Suite 1337
Troy, OH 45373


On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen" mailto:ericm...@gmail.com>> wrote:

My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds
mailto:j...@kyneticwifi.com>> wrote:

CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of
feature options and looks.


On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"
mailto:j...@kyneticwifi.com>> wrote:

Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.

Love them, wearing them right now in the data center
because they're just that comfortable despite having
steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex lined, etc.
Awesome, awesome boots.

No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the
leather around the toecap, despite having them for 2
years in Alaska climbing towers and mountains.

I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape
they are in look like they would easily hold up
another 4.


On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"
mailto:operati...@royell.net>> wrote:

May have been a conversation of the past, but
thought I’d throw it out for discussion.  What
do all you tower climbers out there use for a
work boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now
and to me has been a pretty good pair of boots.
Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on
tower rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had
this pair for a bit now, and am looking to buy a
new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to
what’s the best.  I’m considering a steel shank,
steel toe, option, as my currents are only steel
toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say
you, group?
Thank you,
Ben Royer, Operations Manager
Royell Communications, Inc.
217-965-3699  www.royell.net
<http://www.royell.net>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Josh Reynolds]

Perfect. My boots are so beastly I could kickstart a triceratops.

On Oct 7, 2016 12:57 PM,  wrote:

> My grandad’s dinosaur saddle is in my tack room...
>
> *From:* Jaime Solorza
> *Sent:* Friday, October 7, 2016 11:56 AM
> *To:* Animal Farm
> *Subject:* Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing
>
> " ( unless you don't believe in evolution, then it's perfectly fine
> )...'Yep all those fossils they are now testing for DNA and stuff are
> fake according to a friend of mine.   Says the  anthropologists and
> scientists just trying to refute the bible.Heaven help him!
>
> Anyway, I recommend steel toe boots with shank for tower climbing.   Rock
> climbing shoes are designed for just that, climbing rocks!!  They don't
> protect foot or arches.but I am not your dad or boss, so do what you
> wish.
>
> Jaime Solorza
> Wireless Systems Architect
> 915-861-1390
>
> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:48 AM, Robert Andrews 
> wrote:
>
>> And after 20-40 years standing on round bars your arches will thank you
>> for not having to bear the load on something that wasn't evolved for
>> that...   ( unless you don't believe in evolution, then it's perfectly fine
>> )...
>>
>> On 10/07/2016 10:32 AM, Josh Reynolds wrote:
>>
>>> Exactly
>>>
>>>
>>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:37 AM, "Joe Novak" >> <mailto:jno...@lrcomm.com>> wrote:
>>>
>>> I always liked the steel shank myself. It made it more comfortable
>>> standing on ladders and towers for longer periods of time.
>>>
>>> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:31 AM, Josh Luthman
>>> mailto:j...@imaginenetworksllc.com>>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.
>>>
>>> Josh Luthman
>>> Office: 937-552-2340 
>>> Direct: 937-552-2343 
>>> 1100 Wayne St
>>> Suite 1337
>>> Troy, OH 45373
>>>
>>>
>>> On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen" >> <mailto:ericm...@gmail.com>> wrote:
>>>
>>> My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.
>>>
>>> On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds
>>> mailto:j...@kyneticwifi.com>> wrote:
>>>
>>> CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of
>>> feature options and looks.
>>>
>>>
>>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"
>>> mailto:j...@kyneticwifi.com>>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.
>>>
>>> Love them, wearing them right now in the data center
>>> because they're just that comfortable despite having
>>> steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex lined, etc.
>>> Awesome, awesome boots.
>>>
>>> No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the
>>> leather around the toecap, despite having them for 2
>>> years in Alaska climbing towers and mountains.
>>>
>>> I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape
>>> they are in look like they would easily hold up
>>> another 4.
>>>
>>>
>>> On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"
>>> >> <mailto:operati...@royell.net>> wrote:
>>>
>>> May have been a conversation of the past, but
>>> thought I’d throw it out for discussion.  What
>>> do all you tower climbers out there use for a
>>> work boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now
>>> and to me has been a pretty good pair of boots.
>>> Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on
>>> tower rungs and what not.  However, I’ve had
>>> this pair for a bit now, and am looking to buy a
>>> new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to
>>> what’s the best.  I’m considering a steel shank,
>>> steel toe, option, as my currents are only steel
>>> toe, but not sure if it’s worth it.  What say
>>> you, group?
>>> Thank you,
>>> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
>>> Royell Communications, Inc.
>>> 217-965-3699  www.royell.net
>>> <http://www.royell.net>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Ben Royer]

Awesome, great feedback guys.  Yeah, Steel toe for sure, and I’m leaning 
towards shank now also.  Like Chuck was saying, work boots can do the job, but 
standing up on a tower for a long time on a rung while your ground crew gets 
their stuff together can be a whole different thing for longevity.

Thank you,
Ben Royer, Operations Manager
Royell Communications, Inc.
217-965-3699 www.royell.net

From: Josh Reynolds 
Sent: Friday, October 07, 2016 12:31 PM
To: af@afmug.com 
Subject: Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

It is


On Oct 7, 2016 11:31 AM, "Josh Luthman"  wrote:

  I believe steel toe is an OSHA requirement.

  Josh Luthman
  Office: 937-552-2340
  Direct: 937-552-2343
  1100 Wayne St
  Suite 1337
  Troy, OH 45373


  On Oct 7, 2016 12:30 PM, "Eric Muehleisen"  wrote:

My guys prefer tennis shoes. More grip and flexibility.

On Fri, Oct 7, 2016 at 11:26 AM, Josh Reynolds  wrote:

  CA9528 is the model I have, but they have a ton of feature options and 
looks.


  On Oct 7, 2016 11:20 AM, "Josh Reynolds"  wrote:

Carolina Logger / Lineman boots.

Love them, wearing them right now in the data center because they're 
just that comfortable despite having steel toe / shank. Waterproof, goretex 
lined, etc. Awesome, awesome boots.

No real sign of wear other than some scuffs on the leather around the 
toecap, despite having them for 2 years in Alaska climbing towers and mountains.

I've had them going on 4 years now, and in the shape they are in look 
like they would easily hold up another 4.


On Oct 7, 2016 11:14 AM, "Ben Royer"  wrote:

  May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it 
out for discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work 
boot?  I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty good 
pair of boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower rungs and 
what not.  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am looking to buy a 
new pair, but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the best.  I’m considering 
a steel shank, steel toe, option, as my currents are only steel toe, but not 
sure if it’s worth it.  What say you, group?

  Thank you,
  Ben Royer, Operations Manager
  Royell Communications, Inc.
  217-965-3699 www.royell.net

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Peter Kranz]

Like many of you I typically have sworn by the steel shank/steel toe work boots 
for tower work... But as of the last couple years I have really started to move 
toward the ultra-light approach. I find myself a lot less exhausted after a day 
on the work site when I’ve removed loads of weight from my feet.

 

These are currently my tower shoe of choice: 
https://www.scarpa.com/zen-pro-mid-gtx

 

They are scary light, but have enough support to not be an issue on ladders for 
me. If I need to sit around on a rung for extended periods I always have the 
integrated bosun chair on my harness to chill out on. I’ve used these for 
inclement weather backpacking and done 20 mile days in these things without 
discomfort or blisters.

 

Peter Kranz
www.UnwiredLtd.com  
Desk: 510-868-1614 x100
Mobile: 510-207-
pkr...@unwiredltd.com  

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Josh Reynolds]

Not OSHA approved, so there could be some liability there if there was an
accident to feet/ankles/lower leg.

On Oct 10, 2016 1:47 PM, "Peter Kranz"  wrote:

> Like many of you I typically have sworn by the steel shank/steel toe work
> boots for tower work... But as of the last couple years I have really
> started to move toward the ultra-light approach. I find myself a lot less
> exhausted after a day on the work site when I’ve removed loads of weight
> from my feet.
>
>
>
> These are currently my tower shoe of choice: https://www.scarpa.com/zen-
> pro-mid-gtx
>
>
>
> They are scary light, but have enough support to not be an issue on
> ladders for me. If I need to sit around on a rung for extended periods I
> always have the integrated bosun chair on my harness to chill out on. I’ve
> used these for inclement weather backpacking and done 20 mile days in these
> things without discomfort or blisters.
>
>
>
>
> *Peter Kranz*www.UnwiredLtd.com 
> Desk: 510-868-1614 x100
> Mobile: 510-207-
> pkr...@unwiredltd.com
>

Re: [AFMUG] Boots for climbing

[Justin Wilson]

There is a thread on the tower climbers Facebook about this older thread.  Lots 
of good things there.
Justin Wilson
j...@mtin.net

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xISP Solutions- Consulting – Data Centers - Bandwidth

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> On Oct 7, 2016, at 12:14 PM, Ben Royer  wrote:
> 
> May have been a conversation of the past, but thought I’d throw it out for 
> discussion.  What do all you tower climbers out there use for a work boot?  
> I’ve used Wolverine’s for awhile now and to me has been a pretty good pair of 
> boots.  Durable and comfortable, seem to hold up on tower rungs and what not. 
>  However, I’ve had this pair for a bit now, and am looking to buy a new pair, 
> but before I do, I’m curious as to what’s the best.  I’m considering a steel 
> shank, steel toe, option, as my currents are only steel toe, but not sure if 
> it’s worth it.  What say you, group?
>  
> Thank you,
> Ben Royer, Operations Manager
> Royell Communications, Inc.
> 217-965-3699 www.royell.net