Good LOCAL source for boots?

I do a lot of Amazon and other online shopping, but when it comes to something that's got to fit on my feet or my head, I hate to mail order because of worry about fitment, returns, etc.

I need a new pair of boots. I don't like cowboy boots or any other boot that doesn't conform to my feet. Ideally I'd like something like a hunting/work boot that is comfortable for walking, waterproof (a must), and protects past my ankles so I can wear it riding my motorcycle.

It would be awesome if it had a side- or back-zipper so I could put it on and take it off quickly.

Can anyone recommend a local place to look for boots like this? I will keep a nice pair of boots for years so I don't mind spending a little money to get something that's going to last. In the past I've gone to the Surplus Store at Broadway and Hampden but I haven't been there for a while. Most of the chain "shoe shops" like DSW sell cheap shoes and that's not what I'm looking for.

I'm wondering if any of the shops that sell police gear might have something I need. Anyone know a good place and do they sell to non-LEOs?

I usually hit up the surplus store on south Broadway, just north of Hampden. Good selection and reasonable prices.

I get my work boots from either Whitesides in Brighton or Boot Barn. May not have the type of style you?re looking for but they do have a decent selection of boots that aren?t cowboy boots.

If you intend to use them for riding, you might just look into some that are geared to that activity. Maybe check Cycle Gear, Revzilla, or Performance Cycle or some place that sells riding gear.

Duluth trading has some decent ones I picked up on sale one day. Treated me well for a few years now.

Talk to Alex at the surplus store if you go.

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Murdochs has a good selection of work/hunting boots.

+1 on Ray and Whitesides in Brighton.

Been years since I was there, but you might try Hill Bros Boots at 1901 S. Broadway.

The Surplus store has some excellent brands. I purchased some Carolinas there a few years ago, and they're still in like-new shape.

I second Hills Brothers, used to be owned by a good friend of the family. For side zip boots, I would try Galls.

The Army Navy store, in Arvada, has a good selection of work boots.

I run away from Surplus store boots, I have NEVER gotten good boots through them and the prices are no deals IMO.
I am a boot snob, sore feet, crappy boots or a poor fit make for miserable days.
I have always worn mountaineering/heavy hikers. I have had very good luck at Wilderness Exchange, La Sportiva factory store in Boulder, REI(haven?t been to one since they went full blown woke) and Neptune Mountaineering.
I won't bat an eye at dropping $3-400.00 on quality boots as I know they support my feet well, keep my feet warm and last a long time.
When I started at the State many moons ago my wife shit kittens (with claws extended) when I dropped $250.00 on a pair of Fabiano’s from Colorado Shoe Company.
They lasted me about 9 years, had them resoled once.
Money well spent.
It sounds like you want a “Do it All” boot and in all honesty, ain’t t no such thing. Pick the right boot for your planned activity.
I have boots to last me the rest of my life.
The blue ones are probably my favorite, they are Raichle Mountaineering boots that haven’t been made for 20 years. I found them in of all places a Goodwill and they still had the factory tags on them, I paid $10.00 for them.
Roll call from left rear: aforementioned Raichles, Scarpa Matterhorns x 2, pair on right are brand new, LaSportiva Karakorums that are new.
Front from left: Salomon GTX, pretty much my daily wears, LaSportiva Trango GTX (old & new models) LaSportiva Nucleus.
Fuck, I’m a boot whore.[LOL]

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Come on Bert. be honest.

These are the only boots that will hold up, when you're out cactus harvesting.


Bet they look good as you're exiting your tesla ;)

Yeah, the surplus shops in Arvada and off Hampden carry pretty much the same shitty work boots everyone else carries. Bass Pro, Cabelas, Sportsmans Warehouse, Big R, Murdochs, Boot Barn, they are all pretty much the same. Neptune in Boulder has good boots for hiking/mountaineering/hunting. Haven’t found a good place that has good quality casual/work boots yet.

I hate footwear shopping.

EE/EEE feet do that to a man.

When I do find a pair that works, I should probably buy 2 because eventually they'll wear out and no longer be made. Last pair I bought, uninsulated Pronghorns (better model) were a compromise because the "best" model wasn't in stock in the size I needed. I need a pair of medium height waterproof hikers but with current supply chain fukedness, it's impossible to find anything.

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Come on Bert. be honest.

These are the only boots that will hold up, when you're out cactus harvesting.


Bet they look good as you're exiting your tesla ;)

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Lighten up there Bucky, your just mad you can’t get a pair for 1/2 price[facepalm]

The Englewood Army Surplus used to be great, lots of brands, models and sizes, all new. I haven't been in a while though. Sierra Trading Post can also have a good selection of boots. There is one in Castle Rock and one at University and Orchard.

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Lighten up there Bucky, your just mad you can’t get a pair for 1/2 price[facepalm]

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At least it takes longer to go thru socks

The wife and I went to Sierra when they were only in Cheyenne and yes they had a great selection- I did notice that the pair of boots I tried on didn't feel right and looking it didn't appear that the tongue had been sewn in correctly. Made me wonder if they get 2nds and the like.

Red Wing shoe store treated me well for work boots (when I worked). Not sure what stores are still around but the USA made boots were comfortable and lasted.

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At least it takes longer to go thru socks

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I am creature of habit and tend to buy Salomon boots from wherever I happen upon a pair in my size, while out with the wife... or if I need one quickly just get them online since I know how they fit my feet already. I'm a huge fan, but admit they're not in the "work boot" category. They're a hiking boot. Some are thicker/warmer than others, but every pair I've owned has been a great value.

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I am creature of habit and tend to buy Salomon boots from wherever I happen upon a pair in my size, while out with the wife... or if I need one quickly just get them online since I know how they fit my feet already. I'm a huge fan, but admit they're not in the "work boot" category. They're a hiking boot. Some are thicker/warmer than others, but every pair I've owned has been a great value.

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I'm consigned to buying mostly Merrell for hiking/shooting/general purpose "boots" due to my duck feet. They're comfortable enough for what they cost, but the outer materials (toe caps) are pure crap. $145 for these and the chicom "rubber" toecap will be trash falling apart in 4-5 years.

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Red Wing shoe store treated me well for work boots (when I worked). Not sure what stores are still around but the USA made boots were comfortable and lasted.

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The best boots I've ever owned are Red Wings. Steel toe, water proof, super comfortable for 12+ hr. days.

I have different boots for different purposes, as someone stated before.

My dad has EEE feet.... always has trouble finding shoes. Like finding flippers for a duck.