LOGREN LOGGER PRE-ORDER

It looks like John will start taking pre-orders for his new loggers starting tomorrow, 5 March 2014.  Like his Engineer Boots, I think these'll fly off the shelf.  I don't recommend half-stepping on the decision to pull the trigger since there's never a guarantee for future runs.  Delivery is TBA ... soon.

I've already locked myself in for a pair of size 7's.

Lock in your order by contacting him at e-mail: info@speedway-shop.com

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TABLATURE TUESDAY: FREDDIE KING - HIDEAWAY

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RANDOM ENGINEER BOOTS

1950.

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MOTO MONDAY

Thanks to Christophe Loiron for this awesome photo! I got a real kick out of it and have to admit that I must have dosed off in Boot Camp when they taught us the "broken left ankle," the Yoga Bridge Pose," the "Chuck Berry Duck Walk," and the David Carradine "Kung Fu Pose."

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1950

Los Angeles teens.
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READER MAIL

Hi,

Have really enjoyed your blog. Just wondering, in your opinion, what are the best engineer boots available at the moment?

All the best and thanks for your help.

Dom

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Hi Dom,

Thanks for the e-mail.

That really is a loaded question. I own a ton of Engineer Boots and each pair possess certain characteristics that appeal to me. Those familiar with my blog may be aware that I stand by the Mister Freedom and John Lofgren Engineer boots, so I can't just pick one since, stylistically; they bear different qualities I look for.

I'm going on close to twenty-three years of collecting Vintage Engineer Boots and these two models have made it VERY, VERY easy for me to let go of my original pieces. From the incredible 1930's/1940's style of the Road Champs to the marvelous midcentury appeal of the Lofgren's, you won't find more aesthetically pleasing and better built boots. Depending on the era that catches your fancy, you can't go wrong with either brands.

I hope this helps.

Cheers!
John

JOHN MALOWNEY'S TAKE ON ENGINEER BOOTS

An excerpt from his book 'Life and Times of a Nobody.'

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TABLATURE TUESDAY: ERIC CLAPTON - I SHOT THE SHERIFF

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MOTO MONDAY

1942 - All Zuit Suit Riot suspects, to include the Marine.

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RODDIN'

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TABLATURE TUESDAY: TEXAS BLUES

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Texas Blues

MOTO MONDAY

Shirley Temple 

April 23, 1928 – February 10, 2014

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LOFGREN LOGGERS (UPDATE)

Looks like John Lofgren has been working hard on his highly anticipated Logger boots.  Some slight modifications have been made since the last announcement and I'm sure we can expect more before their big debut.

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We all know that this particular style of boot is being made by many companies, but the heel counter and heel shape combined with the amazing profile put these boots in a class of their own.

Horween CXL leather.

Horsehide Lining.

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

Veronica Lake, ca. 1947

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MISTER FREEDOM® “TROOPER BOOTS”

Made in the USA ... one-of-a-kind ... top quality.  These are just a few things that drew me to these awesome boots - not to mention they're made by Mister Freedom®.  I'll let the photos act as my proof source.

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I ordered these late on Thursday and had them in my hand early on Saturday morning.  The best service, by far!!

I take a 7.5 in both the Road Champ Engineers and Troopers

Two days of wear and they're looking quite amazing