u/thepalmerstongroup

I’m curious about Canadians who prefer buying their work boots from a western wear or ranch store instead of a general shoe store, workwear chain, or online retailer.

What makes the experience different or better?

Is it the staff’s knowledge, the selection of brands and widths, getting a proper fit, the ability to try boots on, or the sense that these stores understand the kind of work you do? Are there particular stores that you trust?

I’d especially like to hear what keeps you going back, even if another retailer has lower prices or more convenience. And if you’ve had a bad experience buying work boots elsewhere, what did the western store get right?

I’m curious about people who wear cowboy-style work boots, especially in Canada.

Where do you usually buy yours: a western apparel store or a traditional workwear or safety retailer?

What's the benefit of each?

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We’re conducting consumer research about metatarsal guard (“met guard”) safety boots and are hoping to speak with people who specifically work in the mining, extraction and oil & gas industries.

We’re looking for workers who wear met guard boots and would be willing to take part in a paid 30-minute online interview. We’d like to learn about the boots you wear, your experience using them on the job and what could be improved.

If you’re interested, please fill out this form and we'll reach out directly.

This doesn’t commit you to an interview. If you’re a good fit for the study, please let us know.

We’re only interested in your experience with these type of boots. Please don’t name your employer—we won’t ask for any information about where you work.

Mods: Please let me know if this type of research post isn’t permitted here, and I’ll remove it.

We’re conducting consumer research about metatarsal guard (“met guard”) safety boots and are hoping to speak with people who specifically work in Saskatchewan’s potash mining industry.

We’re looking for workers who wear met guard boots and would be willing to take part in a paid 20-minute online interview. We’d like to learn about the boots you wear, your experience using them on the job and what could be improved.

If you’re interested, please leave a note and we'll reach out directly.

This doesn’t commit you to an interview. If you’re a good fit for the study, please let us know.

We’re only interested in your experience with these type of boots. Please don’t name your employer—we won’t ask for any information about where you work.