@@nolanwalsh646 If testing went well, when would be the earliest we would see an updated version with gusseting? That's kind of the only thing preventing me from ordering these amazing looking boots.
From a former Marine-tie a knot at the end of each lace so that they don't come out of the top "speed loops" then just let the slack out at the top to take them off and on. Hopefully, the laces are long enough to do that.
I wore these as an everyday work boot doing forestry work in the Sierra Nevadas. Good points: The storm welt is very impact resistant. Boot leather is good quality and those little rollers that replace a speed loop really help save the laces. They certainly take longer to put on and take off but those rollers also help you more easily adjust tension. Unfortunately there are some draw backs. The R&R leather is essentially a nubuck leather. It's a full top grain that is sanded slightly. That does mean it takes oil and wax waterproofing more easily but it also means it needs to be reapplied more often. Lastly, and I knew this going in, but the fact that the tongue is not gusseted and stitched to the inside of the upper is a huge draw back once the grass dries out because EVERY SINGLE GRASS SEED will make their way past the tongue and under the laces and into your socks. Super annoying and makes them not great for off trail use in the drier months. All in all the construction is great but the design flaw in the non-gusseted tongue is a let down. I would also have preferred it if they offered this boot in a full rough out as I prefer the last that this upper is built on.
Yes finally someone who's mentioned this. I agree 100 percent. The non gusset on this boot is a huge design flaw in my opinion. It would be perfect if they had a rough out and gusset.
Agreed. Unfortunately for something like that I would have to buy their MITUSA boot which costs a bit more and comes with the "Cuban" logging heel, or I would have to go with a classic PNW logging boot like Nicks or Whites which also cost a lot more and come with the cuban logging heel. @@Abhikpr.
I've been wearing these as my daily boots to work for about six months. Once they break in the go on faster, and you get better at lacing so no issues there. The sole it extremely comfortable but because it's foam it is wearing out faster but It's worth have a more comfortable boot all around.
I also wore this as an everyday work boot. Working in the Sierra Nevadas doing forestry they were great in cold and wet weather (to a point) but in the summers I had issues with grass seeds sneaking past the tongue (which is not gusseted). Did you experience that?
@@MariaMartinez-vv2wd No they are very water tight on the stitching. The R&R leather needs to be very well oiled to be water resistant but that storm welt is the real deal.
This was my first pair of Thursdays. Shadow Grey Suede. 4 years later and I still love them. Got the Matte Black Leather as well. Suede for casual, leather for more formal stuff.
You missed something crucial; The tongue isn't gusseted. That prevents this boot from being a decent winter boot, not to mention a combat boot. Hopefully they switch that detail in the future, as it's the only reason this isn't a great boot.
Those loops are proprietary from Thursday, but a private take on "NATO speed hooks". A person is supposed to knot the tops and leave them laced loose when off.
Chevalier, Duke, Legend, and their chukka models have some EE sizes available as well . They've been expanding their selection of wide boots, thankfully.
With regards to the "speed rollers" I am able to lace them in seconds. Say 3-5 secs. Guys for reference, I spread the laces (dont remove from eyelets) as wide as possible to remove the boots/feet. The opposite is to put them on (because leather is soft this part is easy and laces shouldn't be removed), pull the lace (that's why they're "speed rollers"), tight a knot and off you go. It is easy. Just take seconds. Hope this tip helps others considering purchasing these boots. Boots are great. Thank you for posting this video.
Some reviewers have complained about the Explorer not having a gusseted tongue. In your testing have you had any issues with water or debris getting into your boots?
Thank you! That's a great idea.. maybe a "how to style Thursday boots" and do multiple styles. I'll get cracking on it! Thank you for always watching and commenting. I really appreciate it!
I've recently started wearing taller boots for dog walking due to the amount of wet weather we have been having here (northern UK), and found similar issues with lacing up long boots - it takes an age. I bought a pair of Iturri Patrol boots that have the typical UK military style lacing system with hoops rather than hooks at the top of the boot. Totally different type of boot, but the lacing system is similar at the top. While I like the look of the Thursday Explorer, especially in matte black, I would only wear them for casual stuff, with the occasional bit of off road. The leather quality is probably very good, but without a gusset they wouldn't be good for wet and muddy conditions that I typically walk in. They would be good in a bar though, and I"m sure the would survive the odd bit of spilt beer, p*ss and broken glass that are on the floor of most music venues.
I own these in black matte, also own the captains. The biggest gripe I have with them is the padded top part, if you pull the padded section when pulling the boot on, it will rip. I got mine fixed at a cobbler, and Thursday refunded me for the boots.
@@mintymendicant1929 yeah because I had so many issues. First ones I returned because the size didn't really line up with my feet and then second pair I got that fit correctly. Had a tear in the padding at the top and with that I asked if I could swap her out for the captains so they refunded the difference and sent me a pair of captains so I ended up with two pairs of boots for the cost of captains
@@crow_g1639 I can see how you would think that. It's still a good boot, comfortable and functional. But the padding at the top is a weak point in the boot. That's not a size issue, it's a reality of the design.
New Flex is a high density foam but from what I could find it's actually one of their best. Apparently there's shoes that use it with a sole as thin as 3mm so it must be pretty durable to be that thin.
Thursday are actually one of the best boots out there! Especially considering Thursday's price policy and exceptional quality. Would love to have a pair..
It wouldn’t take you so long to put the boot on if you didn’t unless the boot when you took it off. you’ll need longer laces for that but if you get really long leases once they’re laced up tie small nuts in the very end both laces. Then when you take the boot off you don’t on lease it you just loosen the laces as much as you can and pull them out until the the nuts stop at the eyelets and won’t go through. I’ve been doing this on my issued boots for more than a decade
Would you consider doing a video comparing the JK 300x (black) against the Nicks Tactical? Both are PNW boots with similar style. Is the Nicks Tactical really worth $170 more?
How does the thickness of the weathersafe suede on these compare to the thickness of the rugged and resilient leather on your President’s? Have you worn these boots in snow?
@@BootSpy I haven't got to wear them too much yet but so far they're really comfortable and I love the look, they're a little tough to get on but worth it!
With those roller speed lace things, you're not supposed to unlace the boot. You just, untie them and let them dangle. Preferable with a knot at the end of each lace. Then when you put them on you just grab em and yank em! Making mechanical noises to make it feel like the Back to the Future self lacing shoes is optional...
I own a pair of 8” timbs, and I have the same time complaint about getting into and out of them. It takes a non-negligible amount of time to lace them tightly and unlace them, since I primarily wear them for snow. And then I gave up on lacing them altogether and just wore thick socks to ensure sufficient friction that they don’t fall off.
I got the captains and more recently I got some keens work boots so I don't work in my captains. But because my work is lots of weed eating with a string trimmer and the keens have a different material inside that seeds and stuff stick into, the captains have become my work boots. I'm curious to see how long they hold up, so far I'm really impressed.
@@BootSpy Sounds good man. Also want to say your channel is perfect for a guy like me who is more into the fashion side of things rather than the rugged look (which seems to be what your channel is focused on). Great stuff
Six inches is the limit for me… i wear slim straight jeans that cover the upper part so its pointless for me to get over 6”. Still love my Diplomat mocs and Duke chelseas to death tho!
Brother William, great presentation. I have only 1 question for you. Do you know if the welt is a "real leather welt" on this model??? Thank you for your time and best wishes. Cheers.....🥃
I usually go for black but I have to say these dark olive ones look so nice but my wardrobe is mostly black so I don't know if it would be better to get black
Just ordered these today..really wanted the Captain with the Storm King sole(in olive also) but they had no idea when or even if they would be back in.. I thought about the normal sole Captains but I dont wear boots at all in the good(aka warm) weather they hibernate from early May-mid Sept..so these will see PA winters and i didnt want to slip all over(thus wanting the storm king sole) so went with these...thanks for the review.
Question: Since this boot doesn't have a gusseted tongue do you have any problems with the tongue moving to the sides or any problems with rain or water from big puddles goin in?
@@majorawol have you had any problems personally with the tongue moving to the side like these cheaper combat boots? and having to adjust the tongue here and there for comfortability?
Looks like a variation of NATO Speed Hooks. More boots should use them as to tighten them you just pull the laces and tie. If it took a long time putting them on you are doing it wrong. What kind of parties require taking off your shoes at the door. Japanese? Full Moon Party? LOL! Military Boot? Maybe a European - German Combat boot. Most US Military boots do not have a cushy padded collar top. I can get NIB Old/Dead Stock Belleville Flight Boots for $65 that are the real thing and tough as well. My favorite NIB Military Boots are Danner RAT Boots. Loosen laces, insert foot, one pull on the laces, tie. NATO Speed Hooks! BOOM!
Any chance you can do a review on Thursday Boots’ “Commander” boot? I’ve been interested in them but I can’t seem to find any proper video reviews on them.
Question to ask you as a short guy and that is I am 5'4 and wanted to know how tall the shaft is on the boot because I do not want the boots to make my legs look shorter
Is this boots for like rural areas or hiking or can you wear it elsewhere? I am looking for a nice cold weather boot but I live in NYC. 😂 Also does it go well with bomber jackets and tactical jackets? il take your advice on getting captains first but this is like my 2nd target when temperature drops or when it is cold but rainy.
I've had these for 4 months or so. I like them but would prefer normal speed hooks. Also they're a little looser than captains in the same size which just means I use thicker socks, but it's still a little annoying...
This boot is perfect almost. But why aren't they gusseted at least half way up. It makes no sense for this style Of boot. It would have been perfect if it was gusseted even a little bit. But it's straight to the bottom. I don't understand that.
If you want to wear them, just wear them. But you would have to work out the size difference because they are in men's sizes. They also make a women's combat boot that looks fairly similar.
These boots are clearly designed for a specific need. If you are going for a short walk to friend's house or grocery store you definitely don't need these.
