8 Benefits of Leather Soles on Boots

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* NEW AND BETTER VIDEO with a shoemaker comparing leather vs rubber vs crepe soles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0ZEomtYUUY Full article: https://stridewise.com/pros-cons-leather-soles/ My current favorite leather soled boots: https://www.grantstoneshoes.com/products/pre-order-storm-kudu-diesel-boot?ktk=YnJHczhNLWI3MGYwYTg4Yjc1 Leather soles are unfairly demonized by boot shoppers and reviewers, including myself from several years ago, and I thought it was time to set the record straight. These days, if I have an option, I always opt for leather soles. They really aren't that slippery, they breathe well, and there are many more reasons why it's the favorite for boot purists and traditionalists. 00:00 Intro 02:03 Cons: Leather Soles are Ugly 03:22 Cons: Leather Soles Aren't As Durable 04:04 Cons: Leather Soles Are Slippery 06:23 Pros: Leather Soles Are Comfortable 06:14 Pros: Leather Soles Are Flexible 07:34 Pros: Leather Soles Are Breathable 08:49 Pros: Leather Soles Sound Great 08:55 Pros: Leather Soles Are Antimicrobial 09:02 Pros: Leather Soles Are Better for Dancing 09:30 Pros: Leather Soles Are Cheaper 09:51 Pros: Leather Soles Don't Carry Mud 10:28 Why Leather Soles Are Better