Are Ariat real cowboy boots? Ariat Gallup Rambler, Hybrid Rancher

Ariat Cowboy Boot Review - Ariat is known for their western style boots and more specifically their hybrid cowboy boots. Ariat sent us 3 of their cowboy boots in different price points and different purposes to see if ariat makes the best cowboy boots, if ariat makes real cowboy boots, and if all of ariats cowboy boots are hybrid work cowboy boots.

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
1:05 History of Ariat
2:20 Boot Info
2:41 Rambler Info
3:29 Rancher Info
4:14 Gallup Info
5:56 Leather Grades
6:07 Outsoles
7:51 Construction
10:19 Cut in Half
12:16 Analysis

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[DanielReyes-trzb]

I had a 13k hay squeeze run over my right foot. I was wearing ariats. Regardless of how much pain I was in and whatnot. I had no breaks, I was in crutches, but my boot just looked slightly more broken in. My buddy had posted about it and Ariat actually reached out to me from his post and they completely replaced the boots even though the damage to them wasn't even bad and they sent me a bunch of other stuff and for that alone they'll keep my business

[jennypaxton]

Ostrich is actually surprisingly tough, especially for how soft it is. It resists wear and abrasion and creasing really well. It’s the leathers like snake or lizard or fish that really are delicate and just for fashion. You could totally have a working pair of ostrich boots, as long as you took care of them.

[ianccornejo]

I’m guessing you’ll eventually cut up Lucchese’s. If you do, please consider cutting any of their “black cherry” leathers. They’re a specialty of their brand yet it’s a bit shrouded in mystery. Would love to see how their construction matches up with the rest

[seth_]

I've worked on several pairs of Ariats such as these in my shop from people seeking resoles. I'd say more than half of the time the footbeds are completely eroded and the cost of footbed replacement is almost always the threshold for whether or not someone can justify the rebuild cost for themselves. The outsoles are quite durable and the uppers are very good, but the guts are junk. I think of Ariats as great disposable boots. They will look good and will wear long but will only have one life if you are working in them.

[salo]

I wear ariat square steel toe daily. These boots last me about two years. I work as a heavy equipment mechanic so they often get drenched in oils, coolant, rain, baked in the sun, weld splattered. I’m super happy with them.

[willzeigler]

I’ve owned two pairs of Ariats, both were around $220, I’ve noticed that my first pair really grew with my feet, the leather stretched really well without ever tearing or anything, I wore that size 10 pair until I was a size 12, then I finally got a new pair. The new pair has a painted upper that has held up well, the paint has never worn off or faded after about a year of daily wear and tear. They are really easy to maintain, I’ve applied mink oil about once a month and they are effectively waterproof, as well as being super comfortable to wear, both when working on a job or when walking around school all day. Really good for an entry level boot if you want to look the part without spending the money on a true cowboy boot

[corneliuscrewe]

I’ve got a pair of square toe Groundbreaker work boots, some of the most comfortable pull-on boots I’ve ever had, and they are still going strong after 2 years of tough industrial use. The soles are hardly worn at all, and that’s unheard of. Just bought a pair of square toe Sport Ariats for riding, we’ll see how they hold up but I love the comfort. Better than the Acme’s I had in the 80’s and 90’s, and I loved those boots!

[bbbbb]

I've owned several pairs of Ariat boots. I've found them stylish and comfortable right out of the box. My ropers still look fantastic. The work boots have taken a beating and are still supportive.

[nativewarparty]

Awesome video. I purchased the Ariat Sport Outfitter boot in 2014. I love these boots. I never knew about the history of ariat and makes me like them even more. Last year, I bought the ariat workhog steel toe boots and they are extremely comfortable. Keep up the good work!

[mrnoname]

Keep up the cowboy boots! Definitely digging this series! Look into some boot barn brands too like El Dorado handmade and Cody James. Dan Post, More Ariats, Justin, Roper (they used to make a cool leather/rubber sole hybrid but I can't find them anymore) etc. I keep looking for the next episodes! Keep up the good work!

[meredithsmith]

I am a boot salesman at a big box western store, I find many customers specify ask for Ariat on a daily basis. Alot of these customers have never had a pair of boots, have had a pair of cheap boots and think all boots are uncomfortable or is a customer that has been pulled in by Ariat's very aggressive advertising or a customer that heard about the "comfort". What alot of these customers fail to realize is they may get comfort (may not) at the cost of buying a boot that when it wears out YOU THROW IT OUT very much like a sneaker. As a salesman with the customer's satisfaction always in mind I take the time to explain pros and cons of specific boots Ariat or not. Out of the countless brands we sell Ariat doesn't impress me much they use alot of synthetic materials that wear out quickly or hold odor and charge the same as a traditional boot or sometimes more then a traditional boot. Ariat has it's place in the boot market as a ok starter boot for those who just need a pair however with all their "technology" and "innovation" bring boots to the table with less synthetic materials (that cause odor and break down way faster) and make more boots that you can resole and that won't be a waste of money for a 1st time buyer. So many customers get the wrong impression of cowboy boots because they where not fitted properly or bought a low quality boot and now they believe "Cowboy Boots are uncomfortable", with the right boot and correct fitting and after a break in process you will have a comfortable boot that will carry you through your day and when you take care of this boot with the proper cleaners you will have a friend on your feet for life.
Ariat does alot of advertising and has there name out there in people's minds more so then other boot companies this makes Ariat people's 1st pick alot of the time because they've heard of Ariat and they feel comfortable knowing they've heard about them and how comfortable some people believe they are. Out of all my boots I have never owned an Ariat however I've bought insoles made by ariat and test fitted multiple models and for me their version of comfort doesn't do it for me. Another brand like this is Durango (those boots with the American flag tops you see everywhere) those in my opinion are probably worse then Ariat yet they are so stupid popular that people come in wearing there old worn out pair as they are getting new ones. My experience on that is they use alot of synthetic materials the boot wears out within a few months and you pay the same as a similar style boot. I would like to see those cut open to show what's going on exactly with them.

[mgsbigdog]

I'm loving the cowboy boot series. Can't wait to see what else comes.

[lessISmore]

The Ariat QuickDraw’s have been good as well so far. I think they’ll go a long way.
Thanks for the reviews, I’ve been hoping you’d do some cowboy boots.

[livestocktruckingdownunder]

Firstly I love the Cut Centred Scores 👌 always brings a smile.
Most of my Ariat Roper boots for work on the farm in Australia last 3 plus years, they seem to do alright comfort wise until the outside starts coming apart.

[Terminal-Vet]

I got a pair of Ariat workbooks that look like the old Red Wing Pecos boots from back in the day, and they are awesome. I've worn them cutting down trees, digging trenches, you name it. They are super comfortable and durable. I just wash off the caked mud and put a little boot polish on them to keep them soft and make the leather last longer.

[syan]

I've worn Ariats for everyday and work wear for several years now. The everyday boots are well worn but are comfy and fit perfectly at this point. The work boots are steel square toe and have taken a heavy beating over the last 6 years or so but are still going strong. I did have to replace the insole on the work boots a couple years back since I had worn through the factory pair but otherwise very happy with them.

[macgyver]

I have the Circuit Patriot Western Boots and they're great. They're my first pair of boots, and I wear them at least 5 days per week. They're lightweight and fit like slippers. The only thing I've had to do is replace the insole every 6 months. The only downside is the loud plastic heel; everybody is always looking for "the hot chick in heels" but it's just my big ass coming. Ha!

[SirenaSpades]

Love this cowboy boot series! I have two pairs of Ariats, one is a work boot, another is a horse show boot. My most expensive pair of cowboy boots are Lanes.

[blitz]

I recently came across your channel, I first watched the video where you reconditioned your thorogoods! I absolutely love your work, keep it up!

[InfernoPhilM]

It’s so hard to trust a sponsored “review”