Hack to Keep Your Boots Tied

Do your boots come untied?  A power tower worker who climbs high for a living taught us this hack, and it's a game changer!This is the most common way we see boots tied that have eyelet hooks. And oftentimes, they don't stay tied.Instead, try this hack-->Criss cross the laces and pull them up toward the eyelet hooksThen, pull laces out and down, wrapping them around the eyelet hookFinish b…

Real-life Style Spring 2024

It's important to be relevant and that's easy with this quick go-to list of all things Spring 2024.Jeans -- anything denim is an easy go-to this spring.  Dark indigo shades and no holes is even better.  Wear to your formal affairs with confidence by adding a dress boot or accessories.Black or White -- from basics like t-shirts or tanks to dress boots and dresses, reach for these classic…

When is it time for new boots?

It's normal to hold on to your work boots for as long as possible. As a Journeyman Toolmaker, Chris did the same thing.After all, they're quite an investment.  But, how do you know when it's time for new boots?Here's a Quick Checklist:#1 Wear & TearIf you notice the protective part of your work boots has started to show through, don't think twice. It's time for a change. Don’t take a…

Can a coffee mug inspire?

This one does. It inspires a job done right and being a good neighbor.Hess Industries Ltd, an recipient of many awards and recognition in business, focuses on solving problems associated with tooling issues from design to maintenance. Founded and led by Mark Hess, an incredible leader in the community. We know Mark through Chris’ time in manufacturing. At one point during a visit to his s…

More Than Boots, It's a World Record!

Three weeks ago we found out who held the world record in line dancing. Do you know who that is?China!!!  You read that right! They set the record at 18,441 people line dancing in one location.  With some research, we found the picture and discovered that line dancing had become popular with specifically Chinese women as a fun form of exercise.Photo from China News courtesy of worldrecor…

Five Year Mark

October 8, 2019 made it five years since The Boot Life, LLC opened its doors. Statistics say 50% of all small businesses fail within the first five years. With that little bit of sunshine, it seemed like a good time to start a new series, #thatonetime. It will share some of the stories along the way, the ones that encourage us to keep going, to not be a statistic. It will also share abo…