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Made to meet the daily grind and demands of a hard-working lifestyle, Thorogood boots are a foundation for crafters and creators. We’re constantly inspired by the people who wear our boots, and we want to pay tribute to the tireless, countless hours each and every individual puts into excelling at their trade. Their pursuit of excellence is what moves us to build better boots. Meet some of the folks that embody our values. They demonstrate the grit, grind, and determination that make them successful and inspire the future generation of tradespeople. We support those that work for the greater good, so America can.
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LACING UP WITH MARK RYAN
Introduction In Apopka, Florida, there's a place where the scent of sawdust still lingers in the air, and the sound of old machinery hums like a heartbeat. That place is Ryan Brothers, Incorporated, a family-run lumber and millwork business that's been standing tall since 1920. And at the center of ...
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LACING UP WITH JASON KAY – IBEW Journeyman of the Year
Introduction Meet Jason Kay, a dedicated and inspiring Inside Journeyman Electrician from Rudolph, Wisconsin. Jason's commitment to his craft and community has earned him the title of IBEW Hour Power Journeyman of the Year. Jason Kay resides in Rudolph, WI, and primarily works in Central Wisconsin. His roles are multifaceted; ...
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LACING UP WITH SOUTHERN CYCLES
Overview Nathan Brower and Josh Welch are the heart and soul behind Southern Cycles, a licensed, certified, and insured shop that services and repairs American and Japanese motorcycles. With over 65 years of combined experience, they take immense pride in their superior customer service and workmanship. Starting Out ...
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LACING UP WITH JOHN POSSON
If you met John, you'd know he's easy to remember. How? He's John from Johnstown! As mentioned above, John is based in Johnstown, NY. By day, he's a Union Pipefitter. By night, he's the owner of Posson Welding - a small business crafting gym equipment. After John got home from ...
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LACING UP WITH HAILEY WILLIAMS
Hailey is proving to everyone that women can not only function and work in the trades, but thrive! Hailey Williams is located in Baltimore, Maryland - and if anyone knows how to hustle, it's her! She's studied plant science, installed green roofs, and managed the construction on a range of ...
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LACING UP WITH KEN GLIDDEN
Without people like Ken, America wouldn't be functioning the way it does. Ken Glidden is based in Hooksett, NH. As a young welder coming from a family filled with Linemen, Ken is paving his legacy as a next-gen blue collar worker. Day to day, you'll find Ken working as a ...
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LACING UP WITH ANDREW CLARK
Andy lives each day knowing he only lives once, here's how he does it. Andrew Clark resides in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He pays the bills as a local 183 sprinkler fitter, and spends the rest of his time pushing his limits racing pull start bikes and Harley Davidson Sportsters. CLIMBING THE ...
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LACING UP WITH DENZEL SMITH
When it comes to ironworking, Denzel can definitely teach us a thing or two. Denzel Smith is based in Urbana, IL. Having a creative spirit, he wanted to find a career where he could construct things for a living. When Denzel became an ironworker, he was hooked. IRONWORKERS ARE IN-DEMAND ...
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LACING UP WITH KAITLYNN KIRK
If girls run the world, Kaitlynn is definitely doing her part. Kaitlynn Kirk is located in Acton, CA. She spends her work day as a Pyroshock Technician at an aerospace testing facility. Not only that, in her free time she runs a business that teaches women how to ride dirt ...
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LACING UP WITH LUKE DRAEGER
Luke Draeger is based in Aniwa, WI. He grew up as a farm kid and like most - was pressured to join college soon after graduating high school. After feeling a lack of direction, Luke decided to attend NTC for an associate's degree. Even after attending higher education for 2 ...
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Lacing Up with Josh Walker
Josh Walker is the co-founder of 1620 Workwear: makers, sellers, and distributors of high-performance technical clothing for working people. Based in Amesbury, Massachusetts, Josh and partnering co-founder Ted De Innocentis are on a mission to set high standards for the manufacture of workwear worn by American workers. Like ourselves, 1620 ...
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Lacing Up with Sarah Matthews
When it comes to understanding the value of hard work and maintaining an open, positive mindset, Sarah Matthews could probably teach us all a thing or two. Raised out on the western slope of Colorado, this life-long resident of New Castle spent most of her formative years honing a passion ...
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Lacing Up with Trevor Valdez
While Trevor Valdez may not be the sort of person who'd claim he can move mountains, in reality he isn't all that far off from having such an ability - at least, while he works. An operator of heavy machinery from the town of Knapp, in our home state of ...
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Lacing Up with Edgar Aceituno
Meet Edgar Aceituno: a veteran of the rodent and pest control industry who runs his own business out of Norwalk, in sunny SoCal. Edgar understands the importance hard work plays in reaching his goals. Of course, we were excited to learn more about his successes, and the role his Thorogood ...
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Lacing Up with Pet Needs
We've found and interviewed Thorogood wearers across the country in a variety of professions, but this group may be one of our most unique connections yet. Pet Needs is a U.K.-based punk band taking big risks to follow their dreams. Hear from the group about their inspirations, tough times, and ...
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Lacing Up with Twon Haugen
Twon Haugen is pursuing his passion in Music City, USA, and working as a bartender to pay the bills until he makes it big. Read about his passion, struggles, and advice for others hoping to follow the same path. On the Road to Becoming a Full-Time Musician Twon made the ...
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Lacing Up with Brian Nguyen
Meet Brian Nguyen, a self-made welder based in Phoenix, Arizona, with a level of dedication you don't often find anymore. Brian didn't take "no" for an answer when he decided which career he wanted to pursue. And there were a lot of no's along the way. Hear from him about ...
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Lacing Up with Justine May
Justine didn't take the "easy" route when she chose her career. She decided to put her willpower to the test in the pursuit of a steady paycheck (just like so many of us) and ended up learning the trade skills of masonry. Read more about Justine May's challenges and triumphs ...
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Lacing Up With Christopher Scully
Christopher Scully is an experienced, second-generation commercial diver and U.S. Navy veteran based in San Diego, California. He followed in the footsteps of his father and uncle, who were both Navy divers as well, then began working in underwater ship husbandry and attending school full time after his service. Christopher ...
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Lacing Up With Mike Taylor
We sat down with Mike Taylor, a man living his American dream at the beach in Galveston, Texas, where he uses his background in carpentry to craft custom outdoor entertainment pieces that help people "make their beach life experience even better." Read more about Mike's experience starting a contracting business, ...
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Lacing Up With Brandon Reisinger
Brandon Reisinger is an electrician and second-generation tradesman working in Star, Idaho, working towards his Journeyman's License. He's a firm advocate for trade school, especially for those who want to pursue a solid career but didn't quite fit in the traditional educational system. He admits, "I was not very good ...
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Lacing Up With Bill Bryant/Biltwell
Bill Bryant, Co-Founder and Brand Manager for motorcycle outfitter Biltwell, wore his Thorogoods for a long-haul ride across Canada and Alaska. While we know that our boots are good for hard work on the jobsite, we're now happy to say that they also make great motorcycle rain boots since Bill ...
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Lacing Up With Emma Kinkade
Meet Emma Kinkade, a badass woman and welder who never gives up on her dreams. She believes that hard work and a willingness to learn will take you wherever you want to go. Hear more about her inspirations and career journey below. First & Last Name: Emma Kinkade Location: I ...
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Lacing Up With the Juedes Bothers
Jonathon Juedes and his two brothers, Joe and Jacob, work a third-generation dairy farm in the heart of Wisconsin. They know what it means to work hard, and the cows don't stop needing care when the weather is bad or equipment breaks. Hear from Jon's point of view about what ...
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Lacing Up With Steven Pratt
They say if you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life. Steven Pratt found his love for electrical work as early as twelve years old, carrying on a legacy started by his father and grandfather - but the best part is still helping people in ...
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Lacing Up With Shayne Salinas
Shayne Salinas is passionate. From starting his own business creating workwear for blue collar folks to leveling-up his emergency response career by becoming a firefighter and EMT, he is constantly working to better serve his community. While juggling all of this, he still manages to remain a dedicated family man. ...
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Lacing Up With Erika Diggins
Erika Diggins knows what it means to prove your worth. As a woman continuing a legacy of skilled trade work set forth by the hardworking men in her family, she has pulled herself up by her bootstraps to pursue her passion for Union welding. Now, mistakes and roadblocks can't phase ...
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Lacing Up With Bobby
Bobby Jovanović learned the value of skilled trades from his father and hopes to pass on their legacy of craftsmanship on to his son one day, too. As a Union Carpenter, business owner, and artist, Bobby understands the value of hard work and attention to detail. Read more about how ...
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Lacing Up With Laney Johnson
Laney Johnson's incredible attention to detail is just one of the reasons her next level work resonates with us. The dedication and patience it takes to create intricate work takes a certain kind of person and we're proud to see our boots on the feet of people like Laney. Learn ...
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Lacing Up With Rob Elliott and Jason Mack
Rob Elliott of the Blank Canvas Project and Jason Mack of Mack Glass, come from a trades background and know the importance hard work and a positive attitude have when it comes to tackling projects. Even more important is having those traits when you're out to set records! We're inspired ...
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Lacing Up With Eric Morris
As long-standing supporters of Eric's mission to expand representation of minorities in the outdoor and hunting communities, we knew we wanted to share his journey. Eric has been an important voice in expanding awareness about getting back to nature and learning to hunt for people of color. We all share ...
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Lacing Up With Jason Fellenz
From soccer games to HVAC jobs, Jason has depended on quality footwear and his passion to learn as he's progressed from an apprentice to a shop foreman. We admire his ability to take a plain piece of sheet metal and transform it into something incredible. It's similar to how we ...
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Lacing Up With Ronnie Bowen
Meet Ronnie Bowen, a pipefitter who started his journey as an apprentice through a local pipefitters union. Ronnie learned this tough trade over the last ten years and shares good insights into what pipefitters do, why they're important, and why they need dependable footwear to make it through their days. ...
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Lacing Up With Hammer VanScyoc
Hammer VanScyoc may have started his career serendipitously but his hard work has led him to a rewarding career at Harley Davidson. His pursuits have even led him to being part of an exciting new race team, the Boswell Hooligan's. Hammer's innovation and determination are admirable traits and his long-standing ...
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Lacing Up With Ruth Bratlie
Meet Ruth Bratlie, of AMB Iron. Ruth owns and operates her very own structural steel and metal contractor company. Ruth is also a union ironworker, and a signatory contractor for Local 7, Boston. She is a big advocate for the union, and loves to be able to represent her local ...
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Lacing Up With Kyle Spicer
Kyle Spicer, of Spicer Designs, inspires us to do more. Between his day job as an electrician and his pursuits in metal fabrication, Kyle shares a lot of qualities we hoped to display in our American Heritage series - durability, an ability to weather long days, and dedication to quality. ...
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Lacing Up With Tanner Zetocha
This week we spoke with Tanner from Built Knot Bought about his journey towards creating custom furniture builds. We celebrate our history by diving into Tanner's inspiration as well as his growth over the years, and why he appreciates Thorogood work boots. 1. First and last name Tanner Zetocha 2. ...
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Lacing Up With Cindy Garcia
To celebrate Weinbrenner History month we wanted to highlight the history of others, of those that enable us to have a history to tell, and to the common ground we share as creators. We talked with Cindy Garcia to learn more about what inspired her to start Klunker Boards which ...
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Lacing Up With Michael Waddell
What is your “Go To” Thorogood hunting boot and why? I love the Thorogood work boots & no doubt that is what introduce the style & endurance of the brand, but since Thorogood got into the outdoor market, I have fell in love with the Infinity line of rubber boots. ...
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Lacing Up With Nick Mundt
What is your “Go To” Thorogood hunting boot and why? The Infinity FD Neoprene boot is my go-to boot for hunting because it gives me all the great features needed to stay warm and dry in the field. On dewey spring mornings chasing turkeys or climbing my favorite stand for ...
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Lacing Up With Chad Belding
What is your “Go To” Thorogood hunting boot and why? My go to Thorogood Boot is the 800g Infinity FD Rubber Boot with Realtree camouflage! I love this boot because it is stable, not too heavy, and keeps my feet warm but not warm enough to cause sweating. What is ...
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Lacing Up With Paul Fuller
What is your “Go To” Thorogood hunting boot and why? Being a traditionalist, my go-to Thorogood Boot is the Flyway What is the most memorable hunt you have ever been on? Last year was the best in 30 years for ruffed grouse hunting. In one day, both my wife and I ...
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Lacing Up With Tony & Angie Walker
What is your “Go To” Thorogood hunting boot and why? My go to Thorogood boot is the Infinity FD rubber boot. From early season to late they keep my feet warm and dry! Durability is everything and they hold up to fence crossing and briar patches. We rely heavily on ...
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Lacing Up With Travis “T-Bone” Turner
What is your “Go To” Thorogood hunting boot and why? It's hard to pick just one as the favorite. But I have to say the Infinity FD Neoprene boots are my favorite for the comfort – along with being waterproof for sloshing around in these Georgia creeks and swamps. What ...
Read More Lacing Up With Mike Schraufnagel
https://youtu.be/JoUuHQdNzHw Meet Mike Schraufnagel the brewmaster at Point Brewery just south of our factory in Merrill. And one of the 10 oldest breweries in America founded in 1857. Not often we find a company doing what they do longer than we've been making boots.
Read More Lacing Up With Richard Martens
https://youtu.be/GcS33ERoZxU Richard is the International Sales Manager at Thorogood® he has made the Thorogood® Brand known across the globe.
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