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[mykii2704]

I think this is just about the worst drop ever from Viberg. Others have certainly had more heinously ugly makeups, but they were at least semi original and creative and experimental if nothing else. I can get behind that. That is taking risks, even if they were not successful.

This drop is just plain lazy and boring, or in more rash terms, insipid and uninspired.

 

[Rymanocerous]

Im not a fan of the Derbys (or plain toes) but that Bamboo Suede is a smart looking boot. If it had all eyelets it would have looked even better. Nice to see some scouts in the mix too.

 

[caffed]

Im not a fan of the Derbys (or plain toes) but that Bamboo Suede is a smart looking boot. If it had all eyelets it would have looked even better. Nice to see some scouts in the mix too.

that bamboo suede looks close to the mushroom chamois ?

 

[mattw]

If sneakers and stitchdown shell are anything to go by, Viberg will ride out this phase and then course correct.

 

[seasquirrel]

I couldn’t resist the tan Taurus 1035 boots at Brooklyn Clothing during the recent sale. Giving them a first walk in the park. Not sure how the reddish hue will patina, it’s a little more red than I expected.

 

[puddin]

Not their best for sure. H2 drops are looking to be very good though.

 

[SleepyTexan]

@seasquirrel How's sizing compared to the semi-dress you had?

 

[Ozuku]

I wish the factory spent more time on my paid-in-full preorders than they did on this drop that, in my opinion, is unlikely to sell well. And if, by some chance, the sample sale happens this year, I have a feeling there will be plenty of drops 1 and 2 available

Seems like the slacker-core brand image is sticking around too

 

[Jmccle2]

I’ve been good and haven’t purchased any new shoes this year, so I’m actually glad this drop was underwhelming. I know I’ll cave once they release that italian horsebutt service boot.

 

[InternetTears]

Viberg has some terrible timing. They “continued” the same theme from drop 1 which was somehow made for WINTER.

Idk how you throw in hikers and oiled leathers for spring summer. Can definitely agree this is the worst drop I’ve ever seen.

The Japanese cowhide is also really orange...too the point where I might try to peel the leather like I would a clementine.

Sorry for ranting, I’m still upset about missing the bourbon drop but it could be for the better considering the completion is scheduled for October and idk if I can have multiple vibergs on preorder again. It drove me crazy.

 

[WeatheredHide]

I almost wish I found this drop as underwhelming as some of you gents do, what with my current boot-buying moratorium -- because I love several of the new ones.

• Japanese cowhide Scout: Neither of my two Scouts (navy latigo roughout and black reverse chamois, both from 3sixteen) are stitchdown, and I'd like a stitchdown Scout. And light and bright as that Japanese cowhide is, I have a pretty strong feeling it's going to patina very well.
  
  
• Scout Boot Bamboo Calf Suede and Scout Boot Storm Calf Suede: Because...Scouts. Viberg's Scout is one of my favorite patterns, and I was hoping to see more Scouts this year. Of course they start dropping Scouts in droves right as a pandemic sets in, which has me pausing my $700 boot purchases for now. That storm calf suede looks so soft I want to rub my cheeks with it.
  
  
• Service Boot Natural Japanese Cowhide: Again, I expect that leather to age beautifully -- just a feeling. I look forward to seeing the aging photos from those who bought this hide in the various patterns recently. And it's 1035, for a touch more chunk out front than 1030.

Like I said, I almost wish this drop failed to impress me, as it's taking some serious self-control to not pick up a pair or two (or three or four) from it.

 

[mykii2704]

Viberg has some terrible timing. They “continued” the same theme from drop 1 which was somehow made for WINTER.

Idk how you throw in hikers and oiled leathers for spring summer. Can definitely agree this is the worst drop I’ve ever seen.

The Japanese cowhide is also really orange...too the point where I might try to peel the leather like I would a clementine.

Sorry for ranting, I’m still upset about missing the bourbon drop but it could be for the better considering the completion is scheduled for October and idk if I can have multiple vibergs on preorder again. It drove me crazy.

Wtf? October? IDK it is getting harder and harder to support Viberg. I honestly spend more time looking for older NOS makeups that people chuck up from old sample sales, unworn, than I do looking at their new stuff. I don't even care about the new shell releases anymore because even those have got stale for the most part.

 

[seasquirrel]

@seasquirrel How's sizing compared to the semi-dress you had?

I DM'ed you, ST. In short, I found White's higher volume than 1035 (higher instep, rounder toe). Also, more pronounced arch in the White's.

 

[smartbrother]

What’s up with the poor white balance/underexposed photos Viberg has been using on their site lately? I’m referring to their blog/“magazine” that shows the footwear in action. Someone put their kid in charge of the photography/post processing to save some cash? Odd choice.

 

[caffed]

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