D A N G CJ... man, recently gave a RW Pecos a try cause the were cheap-cheap ($40 eB*y score). I can see why now you've progressed from lace up boots to the style of boots you rocking now. Imma stay lace up but keeping the Ropers in the collection. Hope you and yours is good... Bless Up!
Those Left Field Chinos are awesome. I have them as well and highly recommend them as an alternative to denim, especially as they fit perfectly over a boot.. As for the Rios, I've been looking at the Rios Ropers, however being in NJ, I'd have to drive to northern VA for a retailer that carries them to try and find which fit works best for me. Do you stay TTS based on your Brannock size? And is that with or without the insert? THX!
You should try www.planetcowboy.com They carry Rios ropers and ship across the U.S. I am a 10.5 on a Brannock. My Rios size to accommodate with the insert is 9.5
Just based on looking from a distance; I concur and find the Rios of Mercedes to be more my cup of tea although I'd be happy to sport either pair. As always, I am very happy to see your thoughts on the subject. Thank You. Be a Boot. ;-)
Love your videos brotha! I have the same taste of style as you do. I recently purchased a Stetson Range 6X hat… wondering if you have one? Trying something new.. haven’t received it yet. I hope I don’t regret it 😁
@@CJCook fyi I don’t know if you know The From The First brand but they have some boots that are a bit similar to the Rios of Mercedes Ropers. The boots are called Butter I believe you should check out their website and let me know what you think.
The Lucchese just look sooo much better. With the lower heal and lower arch they have to be much more comfortable with walking a lot. Especially on concrete and what not.
@@CJCook and you can get an insert/insole for any boot on the market, especially a leather one you can make yourself that will conform to your foot. Have you ever watched a rose anvil video? Check out ANY of the PNW boot makers and you’ll see for yourself.
I think the only people who don't like toe bugs are people who Don't want to announce that they're wearing something western. Toe bugs are a beautiful traditional and are practical!
Just got the chisos, gorgeous! A thicker and hairier hide than suede for sure. True to size 11d, perfect fit. Also grabbed a lightly used black bear x rios flesh out retan boot. Just beautiful as well, another perfect 11d true fit.
Lucchese 😊
D A N G CJ... man, recently gave a RW Pecos a try cause the were cheap-cheap ($40 eB*y score).
I can see why now you've progressed from lace up boots to the style of boots you rocking now.
Imma stay lace up but keeping the Ropers in the collection.
Hope you and yours is good... Bless Up!
Yeah, it was all about convenience during the pandemic and I got hooked, hahaha!
I definitely need a pair of ropers in my life
Yes you do Richard.
Teskey’s sells the Rios in E width but only the chocolate Buffalo colorway
Those Left Field Chinos are awesome. I have them as well and highly recommend them as an alternative to denim, especially as they fit perfectly over a boot.. As for the Rios, I've been looking at the Rios Ropers, however being in NJ, I'd have to drive to northern VA for a retailer that carries them to try and find which fit works best for me. Do you stay TTS based on your Brannock size? And is that with or without the insert? THX!
You should try www.planetcowboy.com
They carry Rios ropers and ship across the U.S.
I am a 10.5 on a Brannock.
My Rios size to accommodate with the insert is 9.5
Just based on looking from a distance; I concur and find the Rios of Mercedes to be more my cup of tea although I'd be happy to sport either pair. As always, I am very happy to see your thoughts on the subject. Thank You. Be a Boot. ;-)
Thank you for watching!
Love your videos brotha! I have the same taste of style as you do. I recently purchased a Stetson Range 6X hat… wondering if you have one? Trying something new.. haven’t received it yet. I hope I don’t regret it 😁
Thank you.
I do not own the Stetson Range.
Which color did you choose?
@@CJCook fawn… I have silver belly hats… my collection is not as big as yours but I have at least 15 Stetsons. ..
@@xavistyles9160 Fawn is a very nice color.
@@CJCook fyi I don’t know if you know The From The First brand but they have some boots that are a bit similar to the Rios of Mercedes Ropers. The boots are called Butter I believe you should check out their website and let me know what you think.
Any size 10.5 Lucchese that you want to get rid of?
No, I do not.
Have you reviewed the Tecomas
Tecovas? Yes.
You can see here: czcams.com/video/MiKTOFkmnXk/video.html
I would buy other better boots though
Where can you buy this pair of Rio nowadays?
Planet Cowboy or Pinto Ranch
The Lucchese just look sooo much better. With the lower heal and lower arch they have to be much more comfortable with walking a lot. Especially on concrete and what not.
Rios come with a full insert which makes them extremely comfortable
@@CJCook and you can get an insert/insole for any boot on the market, especially a leather one you can make yourself that will conform to your foot. Have you ever watched a rose anvil video? Check out ANY of the PNW boot makers and you’ll see for yourself.
@@muller08049 Yes, each roper I purchased from ROM comes with a full insert.
@@CJCook great, I’ll stick with lucchese. Hand made in TX. I don’t give 2 shitz about inserts/insoles. I’ll make them myself for pennies.
@@muller08049 that is excellent !! ROM are handmade in Mercedes, TX
Why do you prefer chinos over denim?
Comfort. Canvas chinos are tough and comfortable. They also fade like your favorite denim.
Roper are the most comfortable Western style boots you can purchase not sure not many people realize that 🤔
Very true David!
What brand would you recommend for a roper for a person with a wider foot?
Lucchese for sure
@@CJCook Is that because Lucchese offers E widths or because Luccese tends to run wider than Rios and others in standard D widths?
@@grandfatherwilkens2987 it is because Lucchese offers E width
I think the only people who don't like toe bugs are people who Don't want to announce that they're wearing something western. Toe bugs are a beautiful traditional and are practical!
What’s wrong with a toe bug?
Nothing
I just won't wear one in NYC.
Completely unrelated, but I’m 100% certain I just saw you in a Prudential commercial on my Reddit feed. Random.
Yep, that was me!
Question. What's best way to clean a rough out boot? I have to Tecovas rough out and need cleaning for holidays
A Nubuck/Suede eraser will clean rough out boots.
@@CJCook no water needed. Just eraser?
@@donniebrasco7725 you can wet the eraser for stubborn stains.
@@CJCook got it. Thanks for your time.. happy Holidays
@@donniebrasco7725 you are welcome. Good luck
How do the two compare size-wise?
Half size up on the Rios because they come with a full insert.
@@CJCook thank you
What about the Chisos #6? Looks pretty sweet
they do! Although, i wish the heels were slightly
higher
@@CJCook so the lucchese are suede, and the chisos are roughout. Is the comanche comparable to roughout? Or more of the thinner suede feel?
@@grahamwaller4066 The Comanche has a thinner suede feel.
Just got the chisos, gorgeous! A thicker and hairier hide than suede for sure. True to size 11d, perfect fit. Also grabbed a lightly used black bear x rios flesh out retan boot. Just beautiful as well, another perfect 11d true fit.
@@CJCook Do you prefer Roughout or Suede?