New Redback boots

[APJ]

I’ve tried Rossi after having red backs for ages I’d personally stick with red backs the Rossi boot is a lot harder on your feet compared to red backs.

 

[Kidds]

I'm thinking of trying Rossi instead of my usual Redbacks. I have to go to Crymych in the week and Kiwikit stock the Endura safety boots, are they the ones you've had?

Just got a new pair of Rossi from Kiwikit, mine are the non safety version. They do seem to be thicker leather than my last pair so will take a bit more breaking in. I expect them to last a bit longer as a result. Previous pair lasted 12 months which is good going for me.
It seems all brands vary the thickness of leather.

 

[Danllan]

I’ve tried Rossi after having red backs for ages I’d personally stick with red backs the Rossi boot is a lot harder on your feet compared to red backs.

See below...

Just got a new pair of Rossi from Kiwikit, mine are the non safety version. They do seem to be thicker leather than my last pair so will take a bit more breaking in. I expect them to last a bit longer as a result. Previous pair lasted 12 months which is good going for me.
It seems all brands vary the thickness of leather.

It's the harder-wearing reputation that's made me think the Rossi boots are worth trying; there's no doubting the comfort of the Redbacks, but the leather never seems to last as long I think it should. In any case, they are worth trying once to see if they're goers.

 

[Lucy @ Farm Marketplace]

We have just added a promotion on Redbacks for the first time - £5 off on two different designs - just enter the code HARVEST at checkout:



It is on the UNPU - Redback Puma Non-Safety Boots and UBCH - Redback Bobcat Non-safety Boots



You can view all the current promotions on Farm Marketplace here - https://www.marketplace.farm/promotions/

 

[Brisel]

I'm very happy with my safety Redbacks bought via FMP. Took 3 weeks to come though.

 

[Badshot]

I got a couple pairs.
Luckily we checked as I'd ordered non safety, I wanted safety's.
All rejigged and arrived quickly.
With no deliveries from aus it will get tighter though.

 

[Cowabunga]

I’ve had them an had the same problem, I need ankle support, I can step on a penny and my ankle will go over

Funnily enough, every time I've twisted my ankle and fallen over in my Redbacks has been in my clean clothes in the middle of some town where either the pavement or the tarmac has had a few millimetres of ridge. Never on the really rough ground. Always when I least expect it.

 

[Suffolk Serf]

I'm very happy with my safety Redbacks bought via FMP. Took 3 weeks to come though.

So did mine, but the vendor did ring up and explain and gave me the chance to back out. Very pleased with my pair of Cobars, much better ankle support than slip on boots.

 

[Clive]

I'm very happy with my safety Redbacks bought via FMP. Took 3 weeks to come though.

I think stock is taking a long time to arrive right now in the uk due to covid restrictions - i did over hear in the office last week they were going to have to withdraw several models from sale completely as stock was very low especially on common sizes

they could become very hard to get at all over the next few months

@Lucy @ Farm Marketplace or @Chris F will know more

 

[Clive]

also lucy told kev that the Jarah was being discontinued (odd as it’s by far the best seller) so i think i’m going to order a spare pair and put them away until i need them !

 

[simon-0116]

right a question for the users of redback boots,
what are the soles like compared to other work boots,
ie do they stand heat, like hot bits of metal that's been gas axed off, what a out protection from standing on sharp bits, or a nail etc,
does the steel toe capped ones have a steel mid sole,
any good for general heavy use, ie rolling about under machines, workshop work, driving in
and kicking the apprentice od time

Leather is soft so if crawling/ kicking is regular you'll wear toes out. To us out the expensive way.

 

[Danllan]

As a follow-up to the earlier posts about Rossi boots... I've been wearing a pair for a month now and can report the following:

1) I have not found them notably more 'hard' to wear-in than Redbacks;

2) They seem to offer more ankle support than Redbacks;

3) The toe-end seems a little bit narrower than in Redbacks, but not uncomfortably so;

4) They seem marginally less 'slippy' than Redbacks, but both have pretty good grip.

 

[Lucy @ Farm Marketplace]

also lucy told kev that the Jarah was being discontinued (odd as it’s by far the best seller) so i think i’m going to order a spare pair and put them away until i need them !

Hi Everyone

there is indeed a delay for delivery as we have had so many orders due to there being no flights in or out of Australia therefore no new stock of Redbacks until they resume, we are trying to keep to a 7-10 day delivery time, its a bit like the rush on toilet rolls at the start of Lockdown ?

In regards to the as @Clive the Redback Jarrah UBJK yes they are being discontinued due to the unavailability of the Leather,so when they are gone they are gone and at the moment we have a decent stock of the Jarrah so if it is your favourite then i would suggest investing in a spare pair!

We also have a £5.00 discount on the UNPU & UBCH Redbacks when you use Code HARVEST at checkout (Very rare to get any discounts on Redbacks) so go and snap up a bargain on Farm Marketplace click on the link below ??????

£5 off Redback Boots

£5 off certain Reback UNPU and UBCH boots

www.marketplace.farm

 

[Sonoftheheir]

Sorry to revive an old thread but just after some advise pls.

I’ve had several pairs of red backs over the past 5-10 years or so (black slip on with steel toe) but I’ve started to get aches and pains in my legs (I’m nearly 50, but not over weight and am fit) I wonder if it’s the ankle support on the red backs that’s causing me trouble? They do seem very flimsy at the top. Very easy to crank over your ankle in potato fields!

I just wondered if they did anything with better ankle support? Or what other make would offer greater ankle support? I do prefer slip-ons, but maybe I’ll have to go for a lace up?

TiA

 

[Suffolk Serf]

Sorry to revive an old thread but just after some advise pls.

I’ve had several pairs of red backs over the past 5-10 years or so (black slip on with steel toe) but I’ve started to get aches and pains in my legs (I’m nearly 50, but not over weight and am fit) I wonder if it’s the ankle support on the red backs that’s causing me trouble? They do seem very flimsy at the top. Very easy to crank over your ankle in potato fields!

I just wondered if they did anything with better ankle support? Or what other make would offer greater ankle support? I do prefer slip-ons, but maybe I’ll have to go for a lace up?

TiA

I've had to revert to lace up boots for just that reason. I do have a pair of Redback Cobars which are zip sided lace ups. They aren't that much easier to put on and off than lace ups really. There are lots of decent walking boots around.

 

[vantage]

I've had to revert to lace up boots for just that reason. I do have a pair of Redback Cobars which are zip sided lace ups. They aren't that much easier to put on and off than lace ups really. There are lots of decent walking boots around.

I have a pair of Cobars too, easy to get on and off with an elongated shoe horn!
Bloody hell, I’ve just seen they‘re a smidge under £180!!!! Gone up £40 since I had mine a couple of years ago.

 

[stroller]

Lace up boots with ankle support are a bit like wearing a cast on your wrist, your muscles & tendons won't be used as much so will become weaker.

 

[Exfarmer]

Lace up boots with ankle support are a bit like wearing a cast on your wrist, your muscles & tendons won't be used as much so will become weaker.

I think many older people vwould disagree with that

 

[Lucy @ Farm Marketplace]

Sorry to revive an old thread but just after some advise pls.

I’ve had several pairs of red backs over the past 5-10 years or so (black slip on with steel toe) but I’ve started to get aches and pains in my legs (I’m nearly 50, but not over weight and am fit) I wonder if it’s the ankle support on the red backs that’s causing me trouble? They do seem very flimsy at the top. Very easy to crank over your ankle in potato fields!

I just wondered if they did anything with better ankle support? Or what other make would offer greater ankle support? I do prefer slip-ons, but maybe I’ll have to go for a lace up?

TiA

Good Morning

We now supply a safety boot called Steel Blue, they look like lace-up but have a side zip. Maybe these could be an option for you? i've added the link below

Steel Blue Southern Cross Zip

Steel Blue Boots, Now available in the UK

www.marketplace.farm

 

[Dave.p]

Very disappointed with my Redback steel toed boots, 4 yrs Old but only used for special occasions like shows