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Justin Gypsy Boots?

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Hi I am looking for a pair of good quality western riding boots. I like the Justin Gypsy boots because of the style and the price. I noticed they have a thicker soul kind of like the Ariat Fatbaby's. Fatbaby's have a tendency to get caught in the stirrups because of the tread and the wideness of them. I was wondering if the Justin (gypsies) would give me the same kind of issue or if they are stirrup safe? If they are not would you give me some suggestions on what type of boots I should look in to? Ariat Probabys maybe? Any advice or suggestions help! thanks :D
 
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They don't look like they are anywhere near as thick as Fat Babies. I have a pair of the Ariats and those soles have some heavy duty tread too and they are a HEAVY boot. I wouldn't ride in them at all. The Justins look like they are about 1/2 as big a sole as the Araiats and if that's true, I wouldn't worry about riding in them.
 
#4 ·
My Justin Gypsy's are my primary riding boots and I love them! I preferred them over the Ariats I tried on because they fit my feet better, however you may find Ariats fit better for your feet. I've never had a stirrup issue with my boots and I've never had a hangup. They stay stable in the stirrup, never had an issue with them sliding forward but they will slide out if they need to.

I have no experience with fatbaby's but have heard things from they're not ideal for riding to they're dangerous for riding.

I also have a pair of Tony Lama's that I really like that I'll use for shows. They fit my feet well too and they have a thinner sole than the gypsies so if you don't like the thickness of the Gypsies then that is a great option. They're also taller than the gypsies if that matters at all to you.

I'll try to post pics of both in a second if I can.
 
#5 ·
I have 4 pairs of the Gypsy's, one for streetwear and I walk everywhere in those, very comfortable, 2 for showing, black ones for my black chaps, beige for my beige chaps, and one pair for everyday riding, those are pink, lol.
 
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I love my pair! I've had mine for at least 5 years now and they are still going strong. They are comfortable and I use them for everything. Riding, regular trips into town, and even working in a food truck where they get frying oil spilled on them. I've never had a pair get stuck in the stirrup either. I would buy another pair in a heart beat.
 
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I've had both. I think the ad for the Ariats actually says not to be worn for riding. The sole also wore out pretty quick on them (the crepe sole) & the leather separated from the sole (near the arch) on left and right boot after less than a year.

My Justin's are great for riding and have held up longer so far. IMO, I'd go with the Justins.
 
#10 ·
My best friend only rides in Gypsys.

I prefer my Fat Babys. They DO NOT have the thick sole. Not all of them have that thick sole. Mine actually have a pretty thin sole (thinner than my Justin show boots). Mine are the ones with the Mossy Oak camo shafts and hot pink piping.
 
#11 ·
Same. I've never really liked the Justin's as much, always preferred my Ariats. I also have the Mossy Oak Camo + Pink. They're nothing like the original FatBaby's except for the short tops & larger round toe. My parents bought me a pair of the FatBaby's when they first came out... they're not a boot I would recommend to anyone. They're heavy, the sole/tread is thick, & the toe is HUGE. The newer style is much more riding friendly.

 
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I live in my justins. I actually have about four pair I think. They don't look cool w/ little shorts or skirts but they are so comfortable. I ride in them constantly.
 
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I ride in my Gypsy's if I have to (mostly to show western). I find that the top edge of the boot tends to rub the inside of my calf, even when I wear tall boot socks. My pants also constantly get caught up on the top of the boot which makes the rubbing worse and also drives me nuts. What about paddock boots? They are meant for riding so have thinner soles and a snugger fit to ankle.

Even as a western rider I still ride in my tall boots or paddock boots with half chaps because otherwise I get rubs on the inside of my leg.
 
#17 ·
My oldest daughter has the Justin George Strait boots. Her first pair is 4.5 years old and just now looking like they need to be replaced. She has worn them very hard. Would hate to think of how many miles she has walked in them and then there's are the miles she has ridden in them.

Very good comfortable boots.
 
#20 ·
Last Justin's I owned were Made In the USA. I loved those.. I have not tried a pair since they moved. I think I'll change brands now though... I'll try American first, support the local home team.. Need to make a trip to Drysdales.
 
#22 ·
I might end up going to the men's section, that doesn't bother me. If I can find the fit, price and features I want. Drysdales here in Tulsa usually has a good selection... I think my husbands' Carhearts might be durable enough but the toe would be too fat for riding..
 
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