John Deere Boots 

"Nothing Runs Like a Deere...John Deere that is and this Combine II work boot will get you through the day! When it's your job to make sure everyone has enough to eat, there's not a minute that goes by when you're not on the job! When you're not on the tractor, you're on your feet, tearin' through the dirt and mud! You need a well made boot that lasts...that is a necessity...that is where John Derre combine II series boots come in...they are made of barnyard resistant leather, goodyear welt construction, Black combineII outsole, Steel Shank, Antimicrobial lining with a waterproof breathable membrane, Removable John Deere air flow comfort orthotic system insert...The steel toe version is JD4383 and it has a safety toe and an electrical hazard rating.

 

 

There is something new about to hit the market place...they are the Justin workboots called Hybred. These boots are so loaded with comfort you almost don't know you are working! They have a Dual density sole that is injected so that it is easy to bend even when they are brand new and they are lighter in weight! The heels have a plug that is EVA injected so you can jump off that fence or the back tailgate without worries! The Hybred has a steel shank and toe...they hit all of OSHA'S requirements.This boot has a defined heel which makes climbing those ladders a breeze! They have a pull out moister wicking insert that can be washed in the washing machine. The sole is non-marking so that will keep Momma happy. Keep your eyes on this little boot she has the latest and greatest technology that is out there! The style #'s are WK4870-WK4871-WK4875-WK4876-WK4880-WK870-WK871-WK875-WK876-WK880 - You can buy all your justin boots at bootcity.com or visit Justin.com for more information about Justin Boots

Way back when...I had a pair of rough out boots that were the most comfortable boots ever made! They wore like my Granny's cast iron skillet and I put them to the test every day! The rough out boots have been hard to find...just not as popular as they used to be I guess. I found these boots in a rough out about two years ago from Dan Post and they are the only boots for me...you never have to polish them and they have the rugged good looks to wear with my denim jeans. These are all over Roughie sueded leather and they have the ultimate flex insole. They come with a J snip toe and the classic cowboy heel!

This boot is made out of genuine Teju lizard! What a beautiful boot! The selling features are as follows...13" leather shaft, all leather lined, ultimate flex insole, leather outsole and a cool cowboy heel. This boot is a little more high maintenance than most but it is well worth the added effort. These stop traffic and when you run through the airport the shine guys all scream "hey mister where did you get those beautiful boots?" The black cherry color looks great with jeans and it is exciting that the color also looks good with black, brown or grey! I love the most pointed toe...they are so dressy! For a rounder toe check out style DP2351R.

 

I thought this was interesting and I thought I would share it with you! Chuck Wagons came into being around the end of the Cival War! Cowboys were hungry and Railheads were scarce...it would take several months to get the cows to the closest railhead. The Chuck wagon cooks had the most difficult job on the cattle drive. They were expected to cook 2 meals each day...Breakfast and Supper. Breakfast had to be ready before sun up...so the cooks had to get up early to prepare the fixins...no crack'in open a can of biscuts on this deal! After Breakfast was served everything had to be washed and put back in the chuck box (a heavy, upright wooden box attached to the back of the wagon where staples and cooking utensils were stored). The door of the chuck box folded down to provide a large work space for the cook. The chuckwagon cooks would clean and pack the breakfast away and head on down the trail to set up a camp for Supper. The cooks would unpack the wagon and begin cooking the evening meal. When sunset came around so did the cattle herd and the hungry cowboys and they settled in to campfire cooking and sleeping on the trail. After Supper everything was cleaned and stored so the cooks could settle in for a few hours sleep, then up again before sunrise to cook breakfast. Although the heyday of cattle drives lasted only a few years, the legacy of chuck wagon cooking lives on in chuck wagon cook offs held across the nation.

 

This full quill ostrich boot is my pick for best in show! The great thing about ostrich is that the leather is very soft and it is very durable. This boot has the Tony Lama heavenly soft comfort package which helps to keep your feet comfy and cozy if you are standing on them all day! This is a great boot for suits and it looks equally as well with jeans. The CZ882 has the R-toe which is the timeless toe...it is medium round with a western dress heel. This boot is available in B widths, D widths, and EE widths. If you would like a more pointed toe choose style CY885 and if you would like the most round toe choose style CT833.

 

This little Justin Boot is a real jewel! This boot includes the J-Flex comfort system. The leather is calf but it has been vat dyed ...so what that means for you is  the leather is going to be very easy to break in and easy on your feet! This is my pick for dancing the night away or working all day! 

 

This is from the Justin Website - we support this effort and we thought we would give it a little plug here so our readers could know about this effort ---

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Rodeo is truly a dangerous business. In fact, it is considered America's original extreme sport. With each ride, the rodeo athlete risks losing more than just the next opportunity to compete and win. He or she can also lose the ability to meet the mortgage payments or the ability to feed and care for his or her family. With no guaranteed salaries or injured reserve provisions in the sport, these professional athletes are often left with no place else to turn when faced with serious, sidelining injuries and the accompanying financial hardship.

Recognizing that serious injuries can be traumatic enough in themselves, without the additional burden of financial worries, the Justin Boot Company formed a partnership with the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and the Women's Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) in 1989 to establish the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund (JCCF). The JCCF was formed on the premise of lending a helping hand to professional rodeo athletes and their families in the event of catastrophic injuries. Thus, filling the void created by financial hardships when the inevitable serious injury interfered with the careers of those who have dedicated their lives to the sport.

By May of 2006, the JCCF's running total of disbursements surpassed a whopping $4 million in financial assistance to more than 600 individuals and their families. Assistance awards are based on the severity of injury, number of dependents and the applicant's financial situation. The Fund also takes into consideration the individual's involvement in and/or contribution to the sport of professional rodeo.

Unique among today's numerous charitable organizations, the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund stands apart from the rest by dedicating 100% (+) of all contributions received for disbursement to eligible applicants. This uncommon trait for a charitable organization is made possible by the joint commitment of the Justin Boot Company and the PRCA to underwrite all administrative costs associated with managing the JCCF, leaving all monies received through contributions (as well as investment earnings) to serve their intended purpose.

Top Montana contestant Chuck Simonson was among the first JCCF recipients. The former National Finals Rodeo qualifier in both bull riding and bareback riding has received assistance since a 1989 bull riding wreck in Caldwell, Idaho, left him paralyzed from the waist down. The JCCF has helped Simonson help himself by providing a specially equipped truck with full hand controls and having a custom saddle made for him. Additionally, the JCCF helped in literally getting Simonson back on his feet by providing a set of leg braces that enables him to occasionally leave his wheelchair behind as he tends to his fledgling bucking horse business. Currently, the JCCF is assisting Simonson in pursuing a computer education program.

"The Fund focuses on those individuals who make professional rodeo their career and who dedicate their life to it," said Tom Feller, Director, Event Marketing for Justin Brands and PRCA Board of Directors member " That includes contestants, announcers, clowns, bullfighters, judges and specialty act performers. Generally speaking, recipients receive monthly living expense stipends to keep life as stable as possible during their recovery period, which helps defer any loss of assets or other financial troubles."

Of course, the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund does not limit assistance to just PRCA and WPRA members. In addition to helping PRCA and WPRA members, including several past world champions, the JCCF has provided assistance to professional rodeo athletes from a number of other associations. As you might expect, this includes a host of Professional Bull Riders (PBR) contestants, since bull riding is the most dangerous of all rodeo events. In fact, bull riders have been the recipient of some 65% of the millions of dollars in assistance awarded to date.

Individual contributions make up the bulk of the donations received by the JCCF, according to Feller. PRCA rodeo committees also make a significant impact with either direct contributions or monies donated from fund raising activities such as cowboy golf tournaments or celebrity events. Through its annual Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Style Show an Luncheon, the Pro Rodeo League of Women makes annual contributions which total over $750,000 to date

For additional information on the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund, please call 888/662-JCCF (5223), or you can e-mail the Fund at jccfinfo@prorodeo.com.

Tax deductible contributions to the Fund may be made by downloading the donation form here or by mailing a check or money order to the following address:

Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund
attn: Cindy Schonholtz
101 Pro Rodeo Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
888/662-JCCF (5223)

JCCF Board of Directors:
Don Andrews, Justin Sportsmedicine Team
Charlie Daniels, Recording Artist
Jymmmy Kay Davis, President, WPRA
Troy Ellerman, Commissioner, PRCA
Dr. Pat J. Evans, Justin Sportmedicine Team
Tom Feller, Director, Event Marketing, Justin Brands
Walt Garrison, Former Dallas Cowboy
Bryan McDonald, PRCA Bullriding Representative
Nolan Ryan, Baseball Hall of Famer
Randy Watson, President & CEO, Justin Brands

 

At the cowboy boot review, we love music from George Strait, and we just learned that Justin Boots is a big fan as well. Justin has launched a line of boots with the George Strait stamp of approval 

They teamed up with George to bring you a collection of Men's Boots and Women's Boots designed for every aspect of the western lifestyle. A lifestyle that George Strait embraces and one that just wouldn’t be the same without Justin Boots.When George wanted a signature line of high quality, performance boots he teamed up with Justin Boots. This brand new, technologically advanced collection takes George Strait from ridin', ropin', and working the Ranch to going out on the town. Strait Up with George Strait! There are 6 categories within the George Strait Collection and there is something for everyone.
The Categories are

• Gruene Hall,
• Cotulla,
• Bandera,
• Lace-Rs,
• Cowboy, 
• and 3.1!

The Gruene Hall Boot Collection takes its name from the famous Gruene Hall it is Texas' oldest Dance Hall! Including George Strait ? Ace in the Hole, Jerry Jeff Walker, Lyle Lovett, Joe Ely, Robert Earl Keen, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Hal Ketchum, Bruce and Charlie Robison, and many more. Click below for a  partial list of folks who have played Gruene Hall. If you are looking for something new to kick up your heels in... look no farther than the George Strait Gruene Hall Collection.
The Cotulla Boot Collection was named after the South Texas Town that just a stone throw away from George's ranch. The name makes perfect sense! These boots are made for Ranch Work, these work boots have a performance rubber outsole with a functional spur ridge and fullgrain cowhide leather uppers and leather lining!History in a Pecan Shell The town was named for Joseph Cotulla, a Polish immigrant from Panna Maria  who gave land to the International-Great Northern Railroad in order to induce them to stop on his land. In 1882 the depot was built and Joseph sold lots in the new town he modestly named after himself. http://www.texasescapes.com/SouthTexasTowns/CotullaTexas/CotullaTexas.htm

The AFI recently published it's list of top 10 western movies of all time, with the film style so far removed from the public eye I thought I would take a couple of minutes to review the list and give my very biased input.

The list form the AFI of the best 10 western films is as follows: (does anyone still play cowboys and Indians?)

1. The Searchers
2. High Noon
3. Shane
4. Unforgiven
5. Red River
6. The Wild Bunch
7. Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
8. McCabe and Mrs. Miller
9. Stagecoach
10. Cat Ballou

The list on the surface seems pretty good, but I am not sure how they could leave John Wayne's last movie The Shootist off of the list. OK, maybe that is just a sentimental favorite of mine, but if you are going to have a top 10 list you certainly need to consider Hondo, Shane and Winchester '73.

I guess when it comes to Western Movies everyone has their favorites, but I was a little dismayed to see a couple of list that had Dances With Wolves on it. I would like to re-write that script and have John Wayne ride in and kick the sh*t out of the whole damn cast.