Boots

Summing Up Our Boots

Our men's boots collection covers two traditions: waterproof hiking boots built for the hills, and heritage work boots made to be resoled and worn for years. Both share the same idea, honest construction from brands with decades of bootmaking behind them, and both look as good with denim in town as they do on a muddy path.

How Do Our Boots Stack Up

Hiking boots: Danner's Mountain 600, Trail 2650 Mid and Panorama Mid combine waterproof GORE-TEX with lightweight comfort, and the Mountain 600 Leaf GTX brings a more sustainable build, as covered in our Mountain 600 Leaf GTX article. HOKA's Kaha and On's Cloudhorizon Mid add modern cushioning.
Heritage and work boots: the Red Wing Classic Moc Toe, Danner's Bull Run, Danner Light and Mountain Light, and Paraboot's Norwegian-welted Avoriaz.
Winter boots: insulated, waterproof styles such as the Columbia Bugaboot and The North Face Glenclyffe for the coldest days.

The Urban Industry Take on Boots

One good pair of boots can carry you through an entire British winter. A Danner Mountain 600 handles a Sunday hike and the commute on Monday; a Red Wing Moc Toe or Bull Run is the boot to pair with selvedge denim and a chore jacket. Leather boots need a short breaking-in period and repay it with years of wear. Sizing varies more with boots than trainers, so check the notes on each product page; heritage leather boots often run a little larger than your trainer size.

Frequently asked questions about Boots

What are the best men's boots for a UK winter?

For wet, cold British winters a waterproof leather boot with a grippy sole is the most versatile choice. A Danner Mountain 600 or Trail 2650 Mid with GORE-TEX handles rain and muddy paths while still looking right in town. For dry, cold days, a heritage work boot such as the Red Wing Moc Toe or Danner Bull Run is hard-wearing and warm.

What is a moc toe boot?

A moc toe boot has a stitched, moccasin-style toe and usually a flat, wedge-style sole. Originally designed as a work boot, the Red Wing Classic Moc Toe is the best-known example and has become a menswear icon worn with denim and workwear.

Do leather boots need breaking in?

Yes. Full-grain leather boots usually take a few weeks of regular wear to soften and mould to your feet. Wear them for short periods at first, with thick socks, and condition the leather to keep it supple. Lighter hiking boots with fabric panels need very little breaking in.

How should men's boots fit?

Boots should hold your heel firmly with room to wiggle your toes. Heritage leather boots, such as Red Wing, often run larger than your trainer size, so many people size down by half to a full size, while hiking boots tend to fit true to size. Always check the sizing notes on each product page.

Where can I buy men's boots online in the UK?

You can shop men's boots from Danner, Red Wing, Paraboot, HOKA, On, Columbia and The North Face at urbanindustry.co.uk. Urban Industry is an independent UK menswear retailer trading since 2002 and rated Excellent by thousands of verified customers. Orders placed before 3pm Monday to Friday are dispatched the same day, UK delivery is free over a qualifying threshold, next-day delivery is available, and EU orders ship with duties paid so there are no surprise fees on arrival. Returns are accepted within 18 days.