Are boots comfortable to fly in
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RMs with the oil resistant synthetic sole.
Purchased the current RMs in early 2005 with leather soles. Re-soled in late 2005 with synthetic sole, and re-soled again early 2008, again synthetic. Should get a few more years out of them yet. Worn every day I go to work.
Purchased the current RMs in early 2005 with leather soles. Re-soled in late 2005 with synthetic sole, and re-soled again early 2008, again synthetic. Should get a few more years out of them yet. Worn every day I go to work.
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Elastic sided boots are the go easy to pull on and off and with a reinforced toe wich is handy for disagreements at the pub.
I recently switched to rivers shoes but they rub against my achilles tendon when I have the seat clicked into my favorite spot, so back to the boots I go.
I recently switched to rivers shoes but they rub against my achilles tendon when I have the seat clicked into my favorite spot, so back to the boots I go.
If RMs are your thing, as soon as you buy them take them to "Mr Minute" and have "Protector Soles" put on them. Make sure they run them right to the base of the heel and be sure to tell the guy, "Do NOT cut into the leather soles - If you do I will cut you"!
It will overcome the slippery leather sole problem and the soles will last forever!
Dr
It will overcome the slippery leather sole problem and the soles will last forever!
Dr
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Much better to get the synthetic sole as original. Leather soles too slippery and wear out too quickly.
Been wearing RM's to work since 1970, or there abouts. Wouldn't consider anything else.
M
Much better to get the synthetic sole as original. Leather soles too slippery and wear out too quickly.
Been wearing RM's to work since 1970, or there abouts. Wouldn't consider anything else.
M
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It will overcome the slippery leather sole problem and the soles will last forever!
A mate who is a retired FSO, likes to tell the story about a rather large gentleman who flew DC-3's to King Island for one of the freight companies(Brain and Brown or Air Express), the guy always flew wearing slippers.
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I was told by an RMs rep, that the protector soles, referred to by the Forked one, caused damage to the uppers over time because they didn't allow the boot to flex as it was designed.
Not being a boot maker, I took the advice to heart and go with the RM's soles.
Not being a boot maker, I took the advice to heart and go with the RM's soles.
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I bought a pair of Colorado boots in 2005.... still wearing them every day at work, and haven't had to re-do anything on em.
It took a while to "break in".... but once that was done... they very comfortable.
also great when it is pi$$ing down with rain, and walk-around involves the odd puddle
It took a while to "break in".... but once that was done... they very comfortable.
also great when it is pi$$ing down with rain, and walk-around involves the odd puddle
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MCKES: $100 blundstones work just fine for me. I did have some colorados and they were excellent too. I have had trouble with rivers. More time in boots than shoes by far, but whatever you prefer, comfort, walkability and toes that don't get tangled up with brakes and stuff under the dash board are important considerations, for example i don't think that those revival styled winkle pickers that I have seen in the big smoke will catch on in a pitts for instance.
Howabout; I also have a set of pipes just like that on my Harley and sometimes a girly just like that as well, only for special occaisions though, and, boy oh boy, does SHE wear BOOTS.
HD
Howabout; I also have a set of pipes just like that on my Harley and sometimes a girly just like that as well, only for special occaisions though, and, boy oh boy, does SHE wear BOOTS.
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I'm with the good Doctor, Captain Claret and Maui (at least I think that was who) - RM Williams are the go. Swallow your ego and buy the "Gardener" variety which come standard with a synthetic sole. They last for ever and are good in the bush, safe in the hangar (around oily floors) and secure when it's raining. Err on the larger rather than smaller side and wear thick socks. Toes stay warm even in the coldest winter and you will thank them when things go wrong and you end up somewhere unexpected!
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Have worn GP-style lace-ups on a daily basis since the Green Machine in 1980, in several different jobs including flying. Still wear 'em today while flying.
Problem with slip-ons....they also slip-OFF. Not necessarilly desirable when yer ankle deep in mud at Augathella
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Lace-ups have proven their worth to me in the above type scenario, as well as providing great support for towing / pushing when required, and protection (recently had a 4100kg aeroplane roll over my foot without injury).
I recommend some sort of boot, whether slip-on or lace-up. FWIW
Problem with slip-ons....they also slip-OFF. Not necessarilly desirable when yer ankle deep in mud at Augathella
.Lace-ups have proven their worth to me in the above type scenario, as well as providing great support for towing / pushing when required, and protection (recently had a 4100kg aeroplane roll over my foot without injury).
I recommend some sort of boot, whether slip-on or lace-up. FWIW
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Bare foot/Thongs is a really **** idea. I thought i would try it the other day and after 5 hours in a 172 that requires constant rudder throughout the cruise i won't be trying it again in a hurry. Think i still have a rudder pedal imprint on my left foot now. Sorry, slightly off topic.
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VH-XXX - Nice boots - won't catch me in them or any other footwear whilst flying for that matter though. Still - must confess I got caught without shoes on an unplanned overnight stop at a five star island resort. Fortunately the photos of me in white fluffy slippers never did make it back to the office despite the resolve of the island staff.
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C208 pedals can be a bit hard on the feet - after a while you learn where to put your feet. I think the sole of my right foot has moulded to the shape of the pedal - either that or I've killed the nerves in my foot.
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Povopilot - suggest you get the plane fixed - if you need that much pressure in cruise something is out of whack.
- won't catch me in them or any other footwear whilst flying for that matter though. Still - must confess I got caught without shoes on an unplanned overnight stop at a five star island resort. Fortunately the photos of me in white fluffy slippers never did make it back to the office despite the resolve of the island staff....
C208 pedals can be a bit hard on the feet - after a while you learn where to put your feet. I think the sole of my right foot has moulded to the shape of the pedal - either that or I've killed the nerves in my foot.
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Povopilot - suggest you get the plane fixed - if you need that much pressure in cruise something is out of whack.
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Wait until you stomp on them peddles for a few hours in 48 deg heat in bare feet. they get really hot. 
save bare feet for the winter
save bare feet for the winter