The Official Alden Thread for 2021 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

[CMT1]

J. Crew PCTs, out twice(!) now this month. Snap, better watch it before they disintegrate on me.

 

[stormboy202]

Hey Alden-ites,
Would really appreciate some trubalance sizing advice - brannock 12c/d, but lower volume w skinny ankles. My Grant Stones are 12d but the boots have a ton of volume (although my most comfortable size)

have tried 11d and 11.5d Indy boots, and the 11.5s fit better but still voluptuous (lacings pretty much touching, esp at the top), but the length was OK. TSM recommended I try an 11.5c; would you all recommend the same? Or maybe a 12C? Edit: added picture of said Indys.

 

[branpureza]

Hey Alden-ites,
Would really appreciate some trubalance sizing advice - brannock 12c/d, but lower volume w skinny ankles. My Grant Stones are 12d but the boots have a ton of volume (although my most comfortable size)

have tried 11d and 11.5d Indy boots, and the 11.5s fit better but still voluptuous (lacings pretty much touching, esp at the top), but the length was OK. TSM recommended I try an 11.5c; would you all recommend the same? Or maybe a 12C? Edit: added picture of said Indys.

I'm a 10.5C on Brannock with low volume and skinny ankles as well and I wear a 9.5D on Trubalance. A 10C would work for me as well. If you need the length of an 11.5 I would go with the 11.5C as suggested. I think a 12C would be a little too big all around for you.

That CXL will stretch pretty good as well.

 

[shoetree]

? 990C

 

[johng70]

B+M brown scotch grain longwings today

 

[chipshot]

Another breakin day.. really like the Barrie look on these cap toes.. comfort level is insanely nice .. just what I needed..

 

[Thrift Couture]

Another breakin day.. really like the Barrie look on these cap toes.. comfort level is insanely nice .. just what I needed..
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Chippy, boots??? I like it.

 

[stormboy202]

I'm a 10.5C on Brannock with low volume and skinny ankles as well and I wear a 9.5D on Trubalance. A 10C would work for me as well. If you need the length of an 11.5 I would go with the 11.5C as suggested. I think a 12C would be a little too big all around for you.

That CXL will stretch pretty good as well.

Awesome, thanks for the help! Trubalance does feel really good - definitely gonna try this.

 

[barutanseijin]

Chippy, boots??? I like it.

The rest of us need to get some extra loafing in to pick up the slack.

Here’s some unlined black shell catching a bit of sunset color.

 

[Vincent George]

J. Crew PCTs, out twice(!) now this month. Snap, better watch it before they disintegrate on me.

Flashin' them Romans on Jubilee Lookin' good!

 

[Vincent George]

Chippy, boots??? I like it.

@chipshot @Thrift Couture "ankle height, 9-eyelet, lace-up loafers"

 

[scurvyfreedman]

Started the day in Alfred Sargent chukkas, but boy, the dainite wore out my back. I swapped them out for Alden Whiskey boots for the evening. The pic felt more film noir when I took it than what it looks like now.

I am going to convert my chukkas to a different sole. I'm looking for something forgiving. Was thinking about double leather, but also considering traditional English crepe soles with a leather midsole. Any suggestions?

 

[jischwar]

Started the day in Alfred Sargent chukkas, but boy, the dainite wore out my back. I swapped them out for Alden Whiskey boots for the evening. The pic felt more film noir when I took it than what it looks like now.


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I am going to convert my chukkas to a different sole. I'm looking for something forgiving. Was thinking about double leather, but also considering traditional English crepe soles with a leather midsole. Any suggestions?

Can't go wrong with leather, both suit the boots well but leather will last longer

 

[RogerKaputnik]

Some GMTO Indy goodness from AoC on their inaugural day at work. The comfort of a well-fitting Indy is mind boggling, even on the first day. @stormboy202 just fyi I am an 8-3/4 E on a Brannock, and these are 7.5E and still comfortably roomy with fairly thick socks.

 

[Hisheirness23]

Got home early-ish to grill up some tri-tip!

Forgot to take a moment to capture my late entry for Wingtip Wednesday. Wore my Humus Suede Wingtip Boots from our pals at Ealdwine. The Grant last is so incredible! Probably my favorite Alden last!