Suede cowboy boots look great, but let's face it – they're not footwear you should be wearing in the snow or mud. However, there's simply no way you can predict the weather or when someone with a full glass of cosmo would suddenly get too close to you. What happens when your suede cowboy boots get smudged up a bit? Below are some tips to keep your suede looking suave!

1. Spray, spray, spray! A little protective spray goes a long way. This gives boots a finish that help prevent stains and repel water.

2. Blot, don't rub! Did someone spill her margs on your shoes? Did you get caught in the rain on your way to the party? Whatever kind of liquid gets spilled on your boots, blot them right away. With any luck, you should be able to start blotting before the stain sets. Remember to blot and not to rub – rubbing does horrific damage to suede.

3. Keep a suede eraser handy! Suede erasers are the ultimate solution for heavy stains. Rub them across your footwear, and watch in amazement as the eraser and the dirt crumbles. These erasers work so well they can remove even deep-seated dirt. After you're done rubbing, you can restore the nap in your suede using a suede brush. Don't worry, you can get both the brush and the eraser in one kit, from your local shoe repair shops.

Finally, don't forget to air your suede cowboy boots after you wear them. Spray its insides with clothes deodorizer or disinfectant, too! When you're done airing and spraying, store your pair in tissue paper or any soft cloth. Whatever you do, do not put them inside plastic bags. Suede is a material far more delicate than most, but with a little tender loving care from you, even suede can last long, too!

We are hearing rumors that Justin Boots in launching a new line of boots. -

below is a note I received from the PR firm that represents Justin Boots-

--note from Justin starts here ---

We are preparing to launch a brand new line of boots in connection with several top alternative country bands and artists. I'd love to work together to offer your readers breaking news from the Justin brand if you are interested.

-- end note --

We will let you know when we get more information.

Until then we will just keep wearing our old Justins

I like to buy made in the USA whenever possible. It is getting tougher and tougher to do. Even cowboy boots, the true American Footwear is now made almost everywhere but here in the USA.

If you, like me, like to buy your boots with a Made in America label then you should visit Boot City. They have flagged every boot they carry to show an American Flag if it is made here in America.

Here Are some Quick links to help you find Boots Made in country.

Men's Boot Made in USA - Men's Work Boots Made in USA - Ladies Boots Made in USA

The Justin Lacers above are a good example of boots made in the USA. I wear them when ever I have work to do outside. Great Craftsmanship and a great product.

I like my boots, I have boots for riding, boots for walking, boots for working and boots for going out on the town. On of my favorite pair of kicking around boots if from Abilene Boots. This pair of boots is not for the urban cowboy, they don't have a lot of flash, even the name is a little boring, Abilene boots just calls them Men's 12 in Abilene Dirty Brown Cowhide Western Boot or boot 2104 for people in the business. Despite that lack of urban style and the rather simple name these boots are a great fit for the everyday man. They feature the Abilene 'Air Ride Comfort System' -

Here is the blurb from Abilene about about the air ride comfort system... 'Designed to deliver comfort from every part of the boot by utilizing a technologically advanced urethane cushion insole, leather heel pad with an 1/8 inch foam cushion and a 1/8 inch foam filler between the insole and leather outsole.  The cushion insole has superior shock absorption capabilities and remains flexible even in temperatures as low as minus 40 degrees Fahrenheit.  Unique cell structure allows perspiration to pass through the insole and also resists foot odor, moisture and heat.'

Did you notice the part about heat and perspiration passing out of the boot to prevent smelly feet, now we talking about a boot you can wear all the time and not chase the family away when the crumb crunchers pull them off of your feet at the end of the day.

If you are looking for a great boot at a great price, then I recommend this boot. You can find it on the Abilene website for $134 - but bootcity.com has it for $129 - you can see what other people think of this boot by reading the reviews. (reviews of the Abilene 2104 are here) - at the time of this blog, this boot has a perfect 4 out of 4 stars on the cowboy boot review website.