I found that the Sawmills, with their rugged sole, were perfect for the five to ten-mile hikes I took up the cold, damp trails of Glacier National Park. It’s an excellent pair of boots, but I don’t do much physical activity in them due to the slick soles. My first venture into the Heritage Collection was the iconic Iron Rangers. They offer well-made shoes, use quality materials, and have no regard for the sanctity of our wallets.Part of the Heritage Collection, The Sawmill should be a coffeeshop boot, ideally suited for looking dapper while sipping cold brew. The Sawmill is a six-inch moc-toe boot by Red Wing - a Made-in-USA, Minnesota-based leather shoe company with a cult following. I have a small but growing collection of hiking shoes I acquired in my quest to find the best, and the Sawmill boot is a favorite for its comfort, quality, and retro silhouette. This is true for hiking, which is slowly becoming a significant part of my life, and that makes me happy.
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On the rare occasions where my impulsivity is motivating, it makes the purchase worthwhile because I stick with it. Oh, you’re a writer now? Better buy a new, thinner laptop even though your current one still works fine. The flood of endorphins from something shiny & new is an effective motivator for that thing you’ve been putting off.
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Sometimes it’s more about acquiring the accouterments for a new hobby than the hobby itself- a religious practice that often gets me in trouble. I’m the guy who buys expensive running shoes when I decided on a whim that I’m now a world-class athlete.