Wednesday, September 30th, 2009...12:15 pm
Ryan Huber’s Alden + Context Roy Boots
Ryan’s Roy Boots. Worn every day for approximately 30 days.
Earlier this month, I told you about the Roy Boot, an exciting collaboration between Context and Alden Shoes. A friend bought a pair. He wears them all the time. I suggested he send me photos of his beaters. I mentioned this to Ryan. He sent me photos of his boots.
“I motorcycle and bicycle in them daily — obviously more wear than the average boot. I have not given them any attention other than wearing them: no cream, wax, oil, etc. I was caught in two rain storms while motorcycling. I must say they are a welcome addition to my wardrobe, truly comfortable and attractive boots. We are very happy with Alden’s exceptional work.”
I’d like to make this an ongoing feature. The owners of the Roy Boot are a small club right now. If you count yourself a member, Ryan and I would like to post photos of your boots in action. Send them to plaidout@gmail.com or support@contextclothing.com. Join the club: Alden’s Roy Boot is now available for pre-order.
20 Comments
September 30th, 2009 at 12:19 pm
I need to be part of this club, for real…
September 30th, 2009 at 1:44 pm
I was lucky enough to grab a pair and have been wearing them everyday as well. They are amazing–comfortable, great looking, sturdy.
September 30th, 2009 at 6:25 pm
Max,
Thanks for the post, wearing mine again today. I’ll get my boys on the program. Madison is full of Roy Boots.
September 30th, 2009 at 6:42 pm
Wish I had the dough to join the club. Hopefully soon! Nice pics of an awesome boot though.
September 30th, 2009 at 7:54 pm
These are great, love Alden, lucky enough to have a hand-me-down pair myself, great images.
October 7th, 2009 at 9:33 am
Any recommandations on the fitting?
Order half size up or take normal ?
E or D last?
tks for any help
B rgds
Uwe
October 7th, 2009 at 10:23 am
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Context Expert Tip: Context Expert Tip:The Roy Boot is available in D and E widths. The Barrie Last is about 1/2 size larger than regular U.S. size (e.g. U.S. size 10 = Barrie Lasts size 9 1/2). While the boot will soften and take the shape of your foot with wear, we do not recommend buying these boots expecting stretch. If between sizes we recommend erring toward the larger size. The Context + Alden Roy Boot is durable, comfortable, and easy to care for. This is a life time boot. We encourage you to call or email us with questions about fit or boot specs.
October 7th, 2009 at 11:33 am
wow, those look SWEET! He must have worn them pretty hard in those 30 days.
I am still trying to get down to the Alden factory, I don’t know if they really like to give tours, but I will bring my camera for sure man!
October 15th, 2009 at 3:23 am
Can’t wait for March to roll in*
October 15th, 2009 at 6:19 pm
Nice Alden boots, tempting!
November 6th, 2009 at 12:31 pm
Boots: A Love Story
November 16th, 2009 at 1:24 am
Wearing one pair of boots for 3 days on the bounce let alone 30 is not advised.
Practicalities – they will wear our far quicker,
Aesthetics – they will not gain that unique look that a pair of well worn boots boasts; they will simply look abused.
Subtle differences, but important ones.
November 24th, 2009 at 11:05 am
I just bought some 405s, but those look great.
December 15th, 2009 at 11:19 am
any update on these ? February feels so far away…
January 3rd, 2010 at 3:26 pm
Any pics of people actually wearing these? I would really like to see how these look on a person, or at least other people’s Roy Boots and how they are wearing in.
January 5th, 2010 at 7:16 am
Tod, alongside Ryan and Sam at Context, I’m asking folks who’ve purchased the shoes to submit photos. We hope to have something for you later this year. 2010, the year of the Roy Boot.
January 20th, 2010 at 10:58 am
another 2 months….waiting and mastering patience. if there are any more pictures out there – please post to make the time go by faster
January 21st, 2010 at 8:26 am
Beatle, your patience is appreciated. I’ll have the guys at the shop shoot pics of their boots and send them to Max for posting. Sam’s look great.
Also, stay tuned for pics of my trip to Horween & Alden. I’m working on a new Context Eye to Eye piece documenting the making of these boots.
January 28th, 2010 at 12:44 am
great. looking forward to more pics
January 28th, 2010 at 3:12 pm
Yeah, let’s get those pics up!
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