Harley Boots - Harley Forum

unclepsycho · #1 03-29-2009, 01:04 AM

I got a pair 2 months ago.... and the soles started falling off.... and split up the back.

so the Dealer replaced them. (No problem)

and I noticed the label on the inside said

MADE IN CHINA

So I will go get Redwings. Made in Minnesota USA

tommyglide · #2 03-29-2009, 02:56 AM

It is extremely hard to find goods (or should I say bads) up here that aren't made in China. After I bought my HD boots about 4 or 5 years ago I noticed where they were made, fortunately they are comfy and have lasted, but they are only used for riding. What bothers me most is the cost of purchasing substandard goods produced in China is not reflected at the cash register.

shovelmike · #3 03-29-2009, 05:48 PM

When shopping for the Redwings make sure you check to see where they are made. Many of their boots are made in China. I'm a long time Redwing devotee. I don't know who's I'll buy in the future.
I read a rumor on another forum, actually put out by a Chinese auto trade magazine to the effect that two Chinese auto makers were preparing to purchase GM and Chrysler. They are already tied into joint ventures with them, not a long shot to buy the joint venture partner when they are on the ropes.
The things that politicians and businessmen have done to this great nation in the name of greed are purely criminal.

unclepsycho · #4 03-29-2009, 11:00 PM

I looked on the Redwing webpage and they led me to believe that the 3 factories are all right there in minnesota, the first one being in the town of Redwing. Now the Wesco Boots are only made in Scapoose Oregon. I went to highschool on the coast from there in Astoria. so I may get a pair of them (over $400 now) I am extremely hard on boots. I can tear up a good $250 set of Redwings in 2 years or less. No wonder the China made Harley boots only lasted 6 weeks. Had a pair of Wolverines last months....... oh well....Maybe after I pass 50 years old I will slow down..... it is just around the corner....