what kind of shoe/boot do you wear survey

Joseph Barcus · Post by **Joseph Barcus** » 28 Nov 2001 8:16 pm

kind of dumb question but im just wondering what you guys wear while playing, i need to go too a boot if i can ever find one that dont kill my feet, well anyway lets see what we come up with. thanks Joe

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carter single 10

George Rozak · Post by **George Rozak** » 28 Nov 2001 8:46 pm

Moccasins or slippers are about all I can wear.

patrick donovan · Post by **patrick donovan** » 28 Nov 2001 8:48 pm

Justin Ropers.

Dennis Detweiler · Post by **Dennis Detweiler** » 28 Nov 2001 9:01 pm

The least restrictive ankle movement and the softest soul.
If western boots are required...a calf skin zipper side boot.
Dennis

Steve Matlock · Post by **Steve Matlock** » 28 Nov 2001 9:32 pm

None. Just my socks.

Mike Weirauch · Post by **Mike Weirauch** » 28 Nov 2001 9:52 pm

I'm with Steve. I play much better in my socks or just barefoot.

Kevin Mincke · Post by **Kevin Mincke** » 28 Nov 2001 10:39 pm

I mostly wear cowboy boots (about all I own)but have recently started wearing the western style lace-ups that are becoming popular. For those not used to the boot this may be a good alternative as you can buy them in a dress (soft leather) or work style w/ heavy sole.

Bobbe Seymour · Post by **Bobbe Seymour** » 28 Nov 2001 10:59 pm

Bruno Maglies-----( he's still lookin' for them.)

Tom Stolaski · Post by **Tom Stolaski** » 28 Nov 2001 11:19 pm

Beatle boots....

Tom Stolaski · Post by **Tom Stolaski** » 28 Nov 2001 11:27 pm

Beatle boots.....

CrowBear Schmitt · Post by **CrowBear Schmitt** » 29 Nov 2001 12:33 am

Sneakers

ESnow · Post by **ESnow** » 29 Nov 2001 1:35 am

Tony Lama boots. They are very soft and comfortable.

Michael Garnett · Post by **Michael Garnett** » 29 Nov 2001 2:10 am

I'd say the most comfortable boots I've got are my Aggie Senior Boots. Unfortunately, there's a 3 year waiting list, and they cost around 900 bucks. The low heel helps out tall guys like me fit under a cabinet and still be able to move around. But I'd say (owning just about every other kind of boot) that for comfort, I wear the lace-up Justin Work-Boots. Nice comfortable fit, and a cushioned sole. They'll cost you right at $130, and they'll last you just this side of forever, whether it's just kicking around or doin hard labor. I think you add $10 for the steel-toed variety, which helps if the legs on your steel aren't screwed in too well. Just my $0.02, and that part's free.

Garnett

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"The New Guy"

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Jack Stoner · Post by **Jack Stoner** » 29 Nov 2001 4:30 am

I've got some "well broken in" Nacona boots that I've used for years. They are calf leather and soft (and pointy toed). I wore them when I was working, even with suits, and not that I'm retired they are mostly relegated as my "pickin" boots.

But, when it comes to pedal steel, I can play in almost any type of shoe and don't have a problem like many that have to have a certain kind of shoe to play in.

If you do a search, you'll find this subject (and poll's) have been beat to death several times here on the forum. May be in the archives section.

Joseph Barcus · Post by **Joseph Barcus** » 29 Nov 2001 4:43 am

I figured this was ask, but i was going to be in the market for some boots just for playing steel. although for years Ive been using just what ever was on my feet its hard to lean away from the B pedal with a thick sole. thanks guys Joe

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carter single 10

Henning Antonsen · Post by **Henning Antonsen** » 29 Nov 2001 6:29 am

I always kick off my left shoe while playing - I just don't feel comfortable playing in any kind of shoe. I need to be "in touch with" the pedals. Right foot doesn't really matter...

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Henning Antonsen
Emmons LeGrande III

Mike Perlowin · Post by **Mike Perlowin** » 29 Nov 2001 7:15 am

I wear soft soled mocassins. They provide all the flexability of playing barefoot, but cushion the foot just enough to take away all the oversensitivity.

Bob Carlson · Post by **Bob Carlson** » 29 Nov 2001 8:17 am

I prefer western boots with the pointed toe. I wear them in winter up here on the mtn to keep my ankles warm.

I used to have a pair of Hush Puppies I liked real good, but they got to looking real shaby and I couldn't wear em out. Finally had to take em out to the dog pound and had them put to sleep.

BC.

BC.

Tony Orth · Post by **Tony Orth** » 29 Nov 2001 8:26 am

Dress sneakers

JACK HEERN · Post by **JACK HEERN** » 29 Nov 2001 8:27 am

WEEBOCKS....I've got small feet

You can always smell it when Steve and Mike play. Seymour sez their playing stinks, this is probably why. JUST KIDDING they both play very well
jp

Bill Crook · Post by **Bill Crook** » 29 Nov 2001 10:58 am

Mike Weirauch.... You ain't trueful,I've seen you play. I've got photos to prove it. You wear black shoes.

Your playing is tops even if you wore only a toe ring.

I use a comfortable pair of shoes. Tried the cowboy boots,a total train-wreck. Then told the group "If you want me,You get me,not some $300.00 fake snake-skin boot. Now take it or leave it"

I'm still playing with them. Of course, the trainwrecks are still happin'.

JB Arnold · Post by **JB Arnold** » 29 Nov 2001 12:19 pm

Blue Deck shoes I get at Wal mart for $8 a pair.

john

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Fulawka D-10 9&5
"All in all, looking back, I'd have to say the best advice anyone ever gave me was 'Hands Up, Don't Move!"
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Ray Montee · Post by **Ray Montee** » 29 Nov 2001 12:33 pm

Because of my short legs....I took a cue from an earlier post by one of our most distinguised senior Forumites and now wear two RIGHT shoes; K-mart Blue Light Special..at only $9.50 for a size 8-Wide. The soft imitation leather provides all the flexibility one needs and the velcroe straps loosen up during the evening so that one's swelling ankles and feet are not crimped into a restrictive or tight shoe.
The right shoe on my left foot allows me to reach both the E9th A & B pedals without producing a hernia causing stretch.
Gadd! Ain't steel playing wonderful? It allows so much creativity and versatility! And without b0b's Forum, where could we get this kinda inside information on foot wear worn by America's greatest pickers.

chas smith · Post by **chas smith** » 29 Nov 2001 12:34 pm

Hey Herb, you still playing in high heels?