The Official Alden Thread for 2019 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

[Shawnc]

You talking the plastic or metal taps? I’ve used the plastic ones before but just ordered some metal ones.

I've only used plastic though I'm seriously considering thw integrated taps for my antique edge footwear. Just not sure who to use.

 

[stephenaf2003]

View attachment 1227265 View attachment 1227266

I've only used plastic though I'm seriously considering thw integrated taps for my antique edge footwear. Just not sure who to use.

Lulu’s are the only way to go, those plastic and metal ones that are nailed on are a big waste IMO.

 

[Shawnc]

Lulu’s are the only way to go, those plastic and metal ones that are nailed on are a big waste IMO.

I know you're right. I've got 2 pretty good cobblers available here in Pittsburgh but neither is comfortable with doing them and I just don't feel like the hassle (and added expense) of shipping what will ultimately be 3 pairs of boots and 2-3 pairs of shoes. I really don't mind the topys on dark edges but not so much on light one. ?.

 

[audog]

Last night, headed out to supper, yes baggy chino's and all

. Didn't have chance to post yesterday

 

[James1051]

Lulu’s are the only way to go, those plastic and metal ones that are nailed on are a big waste IMO.

Are lulus the French taps?

 

[jnik]

While I am mostly reformed in regards to boot season, these haven't seen the foot in a while as I feel they are quite a bit warmer than calf or shell. But temps are down today, so here we go.

 

[sterlingindigo]

Are lulus the French taps?

Yep

 

[AEShoeMan]

Alden Madison cxl jumpers today. Happy Friday fellas!

 

[darkclassic]

Brogue Wall Street chukka

 

[SLCRich]

Seattle snuff Indy. Bonus picture of my buddy Jack (not my pupper sadly) who was helping me draft in a fantasy football league last night

 

[JSO1]

Are lulus the French taps?

No they are the cute girls who wear trendy yoga pants

 

[stephenaf2003]

Are lulus the French taps?

Sorry, I should use that term to avoid confusion, yes they are.

No they are the cute girls who wear trendy yoga pants

lol

 

[Vocans]

Morning all. Inaugural wearing of the grant wtbs today. Happy Friday everyone.

 

[ELClodge]

Morning all. Inaugural wearing of the grant wtbs today. Happy Friday everyone.

View attachment 1228616

Looking real good, and I realize it's been way too long since I've had that first-wear feeling. Gonna need to do something about that.

 

[schmallo15]

I know you're right. I've got 2 pretty good cobblers available here in Pittsburgh but neither is comfortable with doing them and I just don't feel like the hassle (and added expense) of shipping what will ultimately be 3 pairs of boots and 2-3 pairs of shoes. I really don't mind the topys on dark edges but not so much on light one. ?.

What about topy in brown rather than black? Would that work for you? When I've had my shoes topy'd, they will usually ask if I want them in brown or black depending on the color of the shoe and edge.