Very weird request but if you arent doing anything with the metal attachments from the sole is there any chance I could buy them off you? I need replacements for one of my pairs!
Have a few pairs of new rocks and they are incredibly comfy! Never had any issues with the quality but i would recommend only buying them in the sale. New rock has sales pretty often and I’ve bought a pair 70% off.
I had just ordered two pairs before watching this , a 70% off and a 50% off , which together qualified for free shipping ....... ($202 for both) At the start of Spain's first lockdown they did a site wide 15% off , which whoever ran their website applied to the original price and not the reduced price , meaning the stuff in the outlet section was 85% off I assumed at that price it must be rubbish , but they realized their mistake days later apparently it was just a slip up , still kicking myself that i didn't buy everyone's Christmas presents (i have weird kids they would have been happy) One pair from their outlet i bought earlier in the year had a fault , they sent a courier to pick the defective boots up and refunded their cost after they had inspected them. Wasn't expecting great service given the price i had paid , but they were great and would be even easier to deal with for a Spanish speaker !
There’s an entire world of goth/ industrial boots out there; it’d be awesome to see you review them, actually, since as you can see, they get pricy FAST. I know fluevogs have already been requested, but I’m sure I’m not the only person who’d be happy to give you a longer list of spooky brands to review. (I imagine these are primarily made for clubbing and general wear, so it’s also interesting to consider what would be “good” construction there-do you want a shank in shoes used for dancing? I know some styles of professional dance shoes don’t have shanks, so maybe that’s a consideration? What kind of sole is good for the abuse the shoes take, especially when it comes to the ability to fix them, either DIY or paying for it? Etc etc etc. )
Sign me up! There are WAAAAAAY too many posts online praising absolute garbage boots. I try to warn the baby bats, "Do NOT waste your money on those! You will be in the club, pulling cobwebs one minute, and the next you find yourself 6" shorter." I'd LOVE a breakdown by him of some more of the alt boots. I'm certain it will just prove what I've been saying all these years, but it would be nice to have the proof to back it up. :)
I've always stated this and told them to get older black military boots and modify them for comfort for floor use. Never judge a boot by its outters for sure. The flashy ones always seem to be compensating for something.
I'd love to see how a pair from the 90s were made. Mine were indestructible I wore them all the time but they were so much heavier than the ones you get now.
To finally see my request come true was amazing. Thank you so much. I have to say I am hugely disappointed to see that the sole was glued on but otherwise everything else looked awesome. I had the exact same pair when I was 16 and finally threw them out when I was 31. They were my going out boots, work boots (I was a mechanic), walking boots, they were my everything boot for 15 years and never did the sole split or come away. Again, thanks for letting me see inside these boots. Top job, keep up the good work.
The reason your old ones lasted was because of the same reason mine did.....the soles were full rubber and not this "air pockets" crap and they were probably Spanish made (apparently New Rock has been making these in China since the mid 2010's)
@@richardcostello2951 i didn't double check their website so i could be wrong but i'm pretty sure that they are like Docs (& a ton of other places tbh) in that the cheap stuff is fully Chinese made, midprice stuff is partially Chinese made/assembled & the top price is made where the company was known for making their stuff.
Please please please do a video cutting open rick Owens geobaskets. You would make the entire fashion community so mad. Plus I would love to see what is inside my pair without having to cut them in half myself
So glad to see you finally did some New Rock boots! The entire spooky community thanks you! I have had new rocks for years, as well as other brands of extreme platform and 'goth' boots, and the number one problem is the soles coming away from the shoe. This occurs most often on cheaply made, synthetic boots which are only ever glued onto the sole, but i have never had that problem with New Rocks. I'm disappointed to see the hollow sole and the gluing on this pair, but i have to say i have had New Rocks that have lasted 10+ years with basically constant everyday wear, and I've only stopped wearing them because I get gifted another pair by my amazing mum! There's this whole library of knowledge, certainly in the goth community, where we all know the best extreme shoes and what brands to buy and which to avoid, and New Rocks have always been well received by everyone I've come across. They are kind of like your modern goth boot bread and butter i suppose! I know people who have had New Rocks for 20+ years and still going strong, and although they don't offer this anymore sadly, the company used to offer lifetime guarantees on all their boots so if they broke or you lost a bit of hardware they would replace free of charge which was great. Not to mention a big sign of confidence in the boots. I'd be curious to see you cut apart some other spooky brands of boots, especially Demonia boots, Buffalo boots, maybe some amazing old Swear boots (though I will cry when you cut them up because they are so rare now!) and I'm very curious to see what kind of flimsy cardboard those Killstar ones are made of lol! Demonias come in some incredible and outlandish styles - even more so than New Rock - but they are all synthetic and do not last nearly as long. However I must say from experience they hold up pretty well in the sole-peeling-off department which is great, and they don't cost the earth either so I suppose its an even trade. Either way, love your videos- they are so satisfying! And I would love to see you cut apart a bunch of stuff on the stranger side of things.
i have a pair of their boots (but without flamings). they're about 15 years old now and very comfortable. i definitely paid less than 200 euros for them back then.
I had a pair of the short non goth boots they were very comfortable but the soles did end up splitting across where the ball of the foot exactly where all my other shoes split
I've got a pair of the womens equivilent of this style that are 15 years old, were worn almost daily for 5 of those years and have survived countless nights out and rowdy rock gigs and mosh pits. I have also got a more recent pair in a more standard style that have done thousands of miles with me on my motorcycle and apart from some fading of the colour, are still going strong. However, when I went to the New Rock store earlier this year, I was saddened that the quality of the boots no longer matches what it used to be, just trying them on in the store you could tell the materials were not as good as the older models and the construction was flimsier. If i wasn't so attached to my pair I'd send them to you for a comparison of the older models, maybe you can pick up a pair on ebay though?
@@Katyperryspenis ahh no...... like most things.....as time goes on the quality goes down.....my pairs from 10-15 years ago aren't anything like this garbage
Buy them used! If they are your style and you can deal with the heaviness they feel pretty solid and comfortable, they aren't worth the retail price but at least here in Europe you can get decent condition pairs starting at the equivalent of 80$ or so, and for about 100-150$ you can get them in basically new condition :)
@@grievuspwn4g3 oh no doubt. Buying things for what’s effectively a form of elaborate daily costume for some people undoubtedly marks up the price, but from a purely sensible perspective even 150 seems like a bad price to me.
I've got probably 6 pairs of NewRocks. They changed with time quite a bit. My first pair is about 20yo (short ankle boots), still going strong though I abused them badly and a lot. Even the nubuck uppers held up nicely and the sole is still solidly on. A newer pair of almost kneehigh boots has not been so good - had to reglue the sole twice already, but other then that - really comfortable. The rest I don't wear so often, so can't say anything about durability.
I've had a pair of their chunky sneakers for some 23 years now, that I bought for going to rock shows. Very comfy. I wasn't intending to buy $250 sneakers but they weren't marked at the store I got them from in Hollywood and I wasn't going to lose face with the cute sales girl that sold them to me. I've really enjoyed them.
I had a black pair with purple accents. Definitely were just about looks...although I bought them because they did look like they were well made. This channel has taught me so much about actual real quality boots and what to look for.
I’ve got my first pair for 28 years. Wearing them almost everyday. The sole, the leather and everything else stayed sturdy. I’ve given them away last year because the style is not me anymore. It were almost the same as the ones you showed only without the flames and the the boots ended higher. I’ve heard the quality of new rock was far better at the time I bought those boots. I’ve gotten myself 3 more pairs of new rock and they are still going strong.
It would be interesting to see a series on steel toe boots. You might need a metal cutting blade on your band saw but it would be very interesting to see the differences.
my "Steel" brand steel boots had been with me nearly 2 decades through everything, i was wondering about the same. made in Slovakia in some old Bata factory
@@shurdi3 For sure, I think mine started looking really good by year 5 or so, when the coating wore off a little. The Steel headquarters are now in Veľký Krtíš. I've no idea where their factory is, but they do say it's also in Slovakia, in and former Bata factory (parts of it used by other brands afaik, doing totally different style shoes). Next time I'm nearby, I think I'll drop by and check it out. (I do now have a shoemaker in Hungary I frequent, so full disclosure: I won't buy any more boots from Steel. But like... also won't buy because that one I bought is still good anyway.) But yeah, the coating is questionable. 😂
These are the best goth boots I ever owned. I had them for about 8 years and they are still like new with weekend heavy use. I always hear from many friends that they have lasted them 10 years. I have never ever heard of any that the sole has come off with those boots.
More goth boots videos please! I've never had New Rocks myself - too "metal-looking" for me - but I've had Demonias. This is fascinating stuff! Did you ever end up doing the women's vs men's boots video you mentioned on a video about Docs? I'd love to see that, but can't find it in your videos yet; I hope you still do it!
This was a dope video! Requesting that you cut in half some Michael Kors boots/shoes, or some other middle high end brands, would be very interesting to see if its even remotely worth paying 300$-500$ for designer boots/shoes.
I've had a similar pair of these before and they are super comfy to walk in with an that rubber under you. Honestly the only thing that went wrong was the metal on the heel is prone to snapping. I think the rubber sole expands as you set your foot down because its quite soft and can pull the metal apart.
I have had 4 pairs since the late 1990s. One pair I sold because I just never wore them. The other three I still have and have never had a single issue with any of them. I don’t remember the exact ages of them all but even the newest pair is at least 10 yrs old. I wonder if they used to be constructed differently and maybe they have cut corners over the years? Also, I’ve never paid above $150 for a pair either - even my Neptunos. Cool video tho and I’m glad to see what’s inside the new ones. I think the reason for having so many air pockets in the soles is so the boot can actually flex when you walk. Other platforms, like shitty Demonias, have no give, so you wear them like a month and the sole rips off. And those are selling for over $100 a pair themselves. THAT is insanity. As far as “goth boots” go, I own One or more pairs of Terry de Havilland, original Transmuters, 2nd gen Transmuters, Magic Shoe Co, Pennangalan, and New Rocks - in addition to all my Docs. :)
@@haneul4164 The Terry de Havilland’s for sure. Designed, cut, and assembled by him and his wife Liz. Are they in the best shape of my collection? No. But they are the oldest as well. There are a few RUclips videos about him you might check out. His story is bittersweet. These are the boots I coveted as a teen, so to have some now makes me so happy!
damn you know your stuff. i have read quite a few reviews on new rock shoes complaining that new rock has really cut down on the quality of their shoes in recent years, including downgrading to a lower quality leather and not screwing on the sole anymore. its a real shame, because if they did still have the same level of quality as a few years ago, it would totally justify their prices now. its a shame we dont have pennangalan/magic shoes/fantasy shoes and havilland around anymore, the quality of shoes has plummeted recently and i honestly have no idea where you could even buy high quality tall platforms anymore. also rip to demonia for massively ripping off loads of pennangalan's designs :/
Woah, I bought a pair of these when I was 18 or so in Camden - ended up bringing them with me to the US when I emigrated and likely still have them, somewhere.
I’ve had a pair of New Rocks since 1999. I used to walk 6miles to work, stand up & walk around all day in them (retail) & walk 6 miles home in them. Never had a moment of pain in them and they kept my feet so warm in winter. When I was walking so much in them, they were the best butt & leg exercise ever! My mum has been trying to get them off me for 2 decades so she can put flowers in them, but no luck there yet.
Yaaasssss. Disappointing with the quality, but I'm glad to see an expansion out of mens work boots. I'm not sure if they were this brand, but a friend of mine had similar boots, and while they lasted a fair time, when they went it was the sole that gave out. Would love seeing more varied styles on here still. Cheap to moderate priced knee highs and such.
I have had many of these boots, including the model you ripped apart in the review which were my favourite and longest lasting pair. They are more for image than practicality (but it can be quite handy having so much heft on your feet if you find yourself in certain situations, like concerts, festivals or "self defence"). Still, great boots and surprisingly comfortable, if you get a good fit. Some of the wear issues I had were the metal attachments breaking both at the front and the heel due to impact with various things, the flame stitching coming loose and even the heal counter coming loose on one pair. I also had the the sole split on another pair which rendered the boot almost unusable as the toe section would flop about, but being a cheap Goth living in London I continued to wear the boot for several months until I could afford an upgrade.
I think I’ve seen these multiple times around NYC, but then again I was around St Marks a lot, which is one of the places on earth this wouldn’t look insane in
@@hrtlsbstrd A pair of boots doesn't have to be worn for construction or hiking in order to be everyday boots. A large percentage of buyers probably wear them for clubbing, concerts, biking, shopping, outdoor festivals, etc.
@@user89076 For sure. What I'm getting at is that these boots are based on a design that evokes tough sturdy boots built to stand up to tough conditions - but in fact they're likely to quickly come apart under these conditions given the cemented construction. Kind of like how costume jewelry is made to evoke the look of expensive jewelry, but is in fact cheaply made That's not to judge, I can see how a person might buy these to compliment a look, but I think there's some logic to the parallel I'm drawing. And it would be nice if they went the extra foot and did a couple simple things to make them more durable to match the look.
I had a pair of these when I was around 15, I loved them!! But the soles split after like 3 months!! Over priced but I got a lot of attention. I even wore them to Dubai!
In terms for the Goth style plus longevity, these are the best for Goths. A lot of us are not necessarily looking for the most bulletproof, weatherproof or high quality boot/shoe to fit our creativity and expressions, just enough to where it looks cool to our eyes, is comfortable or not uncomfortable, but also isn't a dirt cheap quality of a shoe, and last long enough to fit into our daily lives which New Rock has done so far for all the Goths and just about anyone else who enjoys the style and longevity of New Rock unlike some other brands. (Looking at you Demonia.) Edit: Thank you very much for this video review on New Rock.
Felt compelled to say I bought a pair of New Rocks (taller and heavier than these) in 1999 and wore them for 8ish years basically every weekend to shows, trips to the city, stomped around Philly and New York. They were a mix of black matte looking leather and shiny black patent leather. They are still in great shape though my style has changed and I only wear them a couple times a year now. The toes and inner heels are scuffed but to be expected. I wore the hell out of those boots The patent leather still looks perfect. Only problem is mine had a thin metal accent that wrapped around the sides and underneath of the heel that was made of one solid piece of thin metal. Those broke early on and I removed it. But you couldn’t tell anything was missing. Loved the look and was WAY MORE comfortable than the Doc Martens everyone gets hung up on. Think I paid close to $300 back in the day. They were worth it for a unique boot than never failed to get looks and compliments.
So excited to see New Rocks review. I have been planning to pick up a pair for clubbing. They are usually considered "high quality" in the goth community and I have friends who have New Rocks that are 20 years old and still "stomping". I'm surprised to hear they aren't really all that.
I used to have a pair just like this in the mid-2000s. They were sooooo comfy. And surprisingly durable. Loved them. Only problem was the iron fittings on the sole at the front and back which broke every so often (easy enough to replace but still). I had another pair from them which were more military-looking and they were garbage, broke really quickly.
These are the only boots I don't destroy in a month flat. Had the ones I wear every day for 3 years now & they're still going strong. My last pair was 15 years old & I definitely wore them down to the voids, the metal plates do a great job of extending the life of the sole. I would never buy a pair of boots with zips again though, takes a lot of scrolling through the site to find a pair without zips.
I currently wear a pair of newrocks as my everyday boot and I gotta say I'm not too worried even if the sole shoes come off cus that's what glue is for and if the sole dies then the newrocks website has all the parts needed to repair the boots
I've had many pairs of New Rocks, which each lasted years before needing replacing, and despite numerous concerts/festivals, every terrain and environment/weather that was thrown at them, they all held up amazingly. It's nice to see they've changed one thing. The metal embellishments used to be attached by rods which fed into the rubber, and after a few years, one of the rods was bound to fail/shear and you'd have to remove that bit of metal. Replacing the rods with screws seems a no-brainer for anyone who's had this issue in the past. Also, I've always found NR's to be super comfortable, and you feel like you can take on the world when wearing them!
So, I appreciate you taking the boots apart like that but I have to say that these are the best boots I've ever owned. I got my first pair used and wore them for over a decade basically every day. Motorcycle, camping, hiking, all the things they weren't designed for lol For reference, mine had Velcro straps, before the zipper option was available. I ended up giving them to a friend's son when he was a punk rock teen before I moved to Japan 8 years ago... And bought a new pair over here and still wearing them. Two pairs of boots for almost 20 years. Still hiking, motorcycling and being dumb but the boots just don't die. So, at least in my opinion, they're the best boots out there if you want both reliable and cool looking. :)
I've had mine (same design) for 20 years, worn everyday for about 7 of those years. First to go was the zipper, then the flames started coming off. No problems with the sole
Ahh I'm so happy you were able to get these! I have this actual pair and haven't broken them yet, the weight took some getting used to but stomping around in them is too much fun! The leather, because it's so thick, was tough on my ankles to break in but when they're fully worn, they're great to wear. Wore them to work too, but had to stop since I found out they're no good on ladders. I'm so surprised at just how little is in them, always assumed they'd be solid rubber, because it certainly feels it. Have mine for about 5 years now. Love em! Luckily I didn't pay $400 for them, but I did pay £140, so yeah... Thanks for doing this video, and your makeup looks awesome! What did Toaster think of it? :D
I have a pair of New Rook boots. They’ve served me well for quite some years now! The only thing that came off were the heels and I had to put another leather sole on the inside, but other than that they’re fine and I wear them a lot! Mainly in spring, fall and winter. The missing shank never gave me problems and the soles never came off. They’re also very comfortable to wear. Plus, the soles are made of the most wear resistant material ever. I still have the same soles and even the heels look more or less almost like new.
Since you said you had something interesting planned for Halloween.. I actually kind of expected something like this... I don’t know how or why, I just did
I might have asked this already but could you do Underground boots? they're a punk rock brand that made original creepers sort of like George Cox and between those two, and even TUKS, i'd really love to see those taken apart. i already know the TUKs are going to be novelty, but given that the Underground and George Cox stuff goes for way higher, I am really curious to see whats inside of them and your opinion on them.
I'd love to see you do a series of US military issued boots, from Vietnam war Jungle boots, to cold war "Cadillacs", up to present day Danner/Bates/Under Armor etc.
I bought a pair just like this in 2003 (all black) and I still have them today. I wore them every day for years and they are still in perfect condition except the sole has a bit of wear and I had to get a cobbler to repair some wear on the inner liner. I had heard that they were made differently these days so I'm not sure if mine as just like these ones or not, they definitely look exactly the same. The interesting thing about this company is that they sell all the individual pieces of the shoes so you can just get a new sole or metal emblem a la carte.
I'm a bit of a goth and studying to be a shoemaker myself, and I've been walking daily on new rocks for over a now (M.373-S2). Out of all goth shoes, New Rocks are the best for sure.... But that doesn't mean they are all great compared to more regular shoe brands...
Hey have you had any issue with the zipper. I'm looking forward to buy my first pair of New Rock and the one I like as one. I heard from a lot of people that zippers on boots tend to break easily🥲
I am waiting for redwing to tap into the goth market. These consumers may finally be provided with quality construction that can withstand all of the dancing, sweat, and other activities. On another note, the face paint reminds me of Ghost.
That would be AWESOME actually. We wear boots nearly every day, all day, and sometimes all night too. We really put our boots to task just dancing at the club! I know I am willing to pay a high price point to get a boot that can withstand the oontz oontz for many years! ;)
I have a pair of knee high New Rocks I've had for about 22 years. 10 years of that I wore daily to my jobs are a barista and server as well as just my daily boot where I walked mostly everywhere in the city and also to the different clubs in the city on the weekends. Overall the boots are still in great condition. The leather still looks great and that was always where the quality was in the boots. The sole is still fine after thousands of hours of working on my feet and all the walking I did. Also the pair I have weigh about 9 pounds.
I have three pairs ranging in age one since high school so nearly 13 years old. They all are showing no signs of wearing out anytime soon. Very comfortable and can be worn all day. And if you wanted to get noticed you certainly will. I don’t think I will have the need to buy anymore.
I have several pairs of New Rock boots and I have been very pleased with them. I have only experienced issues with the sole on one of the pairs after 4 years. My first pair is still going strong af 8 years. Unfortunately I have noticed that New Rock have recently changed the soles and the metal pieces on the boots, which is a pity.
but they are sooooooooo comfyyyyyy!!! I bought mine second hand and they are my comfiest shoes tbh! Really sturdy in my experience and I love being a lil taller.
i had this exact pair for 5-6 years, I wore them a lot. Summer, winter, they were the only shoes id wear. Never detached, super durable, i had no issues with them and I definitely never conditioned them. I resold them and they looked pretty much brand new. I dont know how tbh writing this is surreal but its true.
I have had a pair of these boots for around 17-18 years, they used to be worn almost every day, now only in the colder weather... Never had any problems with them, good soft leather inside, firm support on the ankles. In the uk I paid £120 for them when I got them.
I own two pair of these they are extremely comfortable and I have not had a problem of them falling apart I’ve had one pair since 2006 and I work at a Harley store and I’m not gentle on them
I have 2 pairs of boots from this company (bought on ultra sale) They are sooo comfortable, and except for having the zippers replaced they have held up amazingly well. I got them a few decades ago tho so there's a chance they've gotten more cheaply constructed .
I’d love to see a review of the vegan collection of new rocks as it seems different to a lot of vegan leathers as well as the good year welt collection!
Got two pairs over the years (one for 160€ the second one for around 200, knee height) . Really really comfy and the weight doesn´t bother me at all, since the boots aren´t made for marching or hiking. The pros are definetly the looks (if you are into it), and the leather isn´t bad quality at all. The cons are the Zippers. if they break you´ll have to get creative. I´ve sewn my zippers together. Now it´s a little bit annoying to get into the boots but they are still wearable. The metal fittings broke over the time but got replaced with original hardware i´ve got for free at my shop where i bought the boots and later got replaced with some metal parts i had laying around. My first pair died as the sole broke... after 5 years or so. the second pair is still around after 10 years of clubbing, dancing and some festivals and i think i´ll take them to the WGT this year. The sole never came off.
Why, New Rock boots are for dopes. It's just a shame he chose the most ridiculous boot for this video. Nevermind, I decided to go ahead and correct it. You're welcome.
I bought a pair of these in the 90s. Still have them in a box somewhere. I broke the cheap metal front brackets by kicking things. Loved the attention they got though.
My favorite moc toe boots are hands down thorgoods midnight edition. Also it would be cool to see you cut a pair of redwing burnsides apart. I have owned a few pairs and they are hands down my favorite work boot.
I've had a few pairs of newrocks, and I will tell you, they are the most well constructed boots I've ever owned. I have friends who have newrocks that are 10 years old and they're still in amazing condition, even after partying in them for 10 hours a night every weekend for 10~ years. The method may not be conventional but they really are amazing.
i would also like to add, that there are no better quality goth boots that exist. the only other brands that exist are Demonia, which is by pleaser USA are all knock offs of newrock and other brands, Swear Alt, Transformers, Buffalo, which all dont make alt shoes anymore if they even still exist, and then theres like combat boots made by a bunch of companies, but not really cool stompy boots. theres literally no better stompy goth boot to be had.
Lmao!! Anti-water planing tread design? Like Goodyear Aquatread tires from the 90’s? Unless a goth kid can run 60 mph in the rain, I think the tread design is a little out of touch...
Considering alternative fashion relates heavily to DIY and "out of season" elements, I'd say the tread design is pretty perfect for the intended audience they're marketed towards.
Currently own multiple pairs of new rocks and have owned others in the past. The only issues I've had is the zip busting, which cost £20 to fix, brought that particular pair second hand for £70 ish about 6 years ago and they are still going strong to this day! The only other pair that I broke were a purple flame pair similar to this, also second hand. I LIVED in them! I use to longboard in them and wore them every day, took 4 years to wear out the sole... With the proper care they last years! My second pair I got 8 years ago also second hand, but as I don't wear those all the time they are still in amazing condition... anyone looking to get a pair, I would highly recommend them. Very comfortable and hard wearing. While also looking super bad ass
@Marc Carran As I said, it's an inside joke😀 But seriously though the thing is that rose anvil has said in several videos he does'nt really like dr martens sence they have gone down the route of cutting quality but keeping the same price so you basicly just get the brand. This means a dr marten ad is not going to be very succesfull on this channel sence ppl here knows you can get a much higher quality boot for the same money if you buy another brand. And of course the irony of him roasting the dr martens and then his videos gets ads that go "buy dr martens, they be good for ya" Obviuosly he can't shoes which ads are shown on the video, but you know: Irony
@Marc Carran the joke has nothing to do with ad tracking, it’s about how it’s ironic that there’s a Dr Marten’s boot ad for a video on a channel that is pretty heavily anti Docs. And it is an inside joke because people who haven’t watched many of Wes’s videos won’t get it, therefore it’s an inside joke.
I JUST got an offer from a seller on Ebay for a pair of coccoran toe cap boots, and they were like no others I saw before, they had a zipper on the side like these.
I have a pair can confirm they’re great, the metal heel on em would definitely be a serious challenge for the band saw if he managed to find a pair though
Have been wearing new rocks for 20 years, still wearing 2 pairs I bought 15 years ago. The soles never came apart. The only issues I experienced were with the front and rear metal parts which often break, but they are easily replaced. So thumbs up to the build quality.
wow, I was really looking to get some of these boots until you ripped the sole off! So, please, what are some good alternatives to these? Specifically I am looking for real leather, goth, tall, knee high, all day wear, GOTH BOOTS. I looked at Demonias and they are cheaply made. Doc Martens are great but I don't care for their styles for this particular boot I am looking for. Thanks!
Do Demonia 5-7inch platforms next. I have several and they're super comfortable (surprisingly) so I wonder what's inside. Goth/Punks care about comfort and durability too!
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Very weird request but if you arent doing anything with the metal attachments from the sole is there any chance I could buy them off you? I need replacements for one of my pairs!
I was thinking the exact same thing. lol
What an awesome community
Do they sell replacements?
@@radishjunk They do. 10 years ago they cost about $20 each.
Cheap ass boots
The face paint alone deserves a like and subscribe.
I like how there was no mention of it. Like, "Oh, it's Spooky Wes. No big deal."
5 second in to him with the makeup on and I had to skip ahead to see if he wears it through the whole video. Weston Delivered.
This was in my suggested and I'm very confused.
the shit is horrid lmaooo
Laces through the heels is more than likely to keep the sole on.
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Have a few pairs of new rocks and they are incredibly comfy! Never had any issues with the quality but i would recommend only buying them in the sale. New rock has sales pretty often and I’ve bought a pair 70% off.
@@ObesePuppies goths are the evolved form of the human race
Simone has me sold on these boots❤
I had just ordered two pairs before watching this , a 70% off and a 50% off , which together qualified for free shipping ....... ($202 for both)
At the start of Spain's first lockdown they did a site wide 15% off , which whoever ran their website applied to the original price and not the reduced price , meaning the stuff in the outlet section was 85% off
I assumed at that price it must be rubbish , but they realized their mistake days later apparently it was just a slip up , still kicking myself that i didn't buy everyone's Christmas presents (i have weird kids they would have been happy)
One pair from their outlet i bought earlier in the year had a fault , they sent a courier to pick the defective boots up and refunded their cost after they had inspected them.
Wasn't expecting great service given the price i had paid , but they were great and would be even easier to deal with for a Spanish speaker !
@@Angryegg387 That's why cynics believe there is no hope for humanity.
Where i can never find em 70% off
Halloween Dad joke
What do you find inside of goth boots?
They have dark soles.
Best comment I have read all year🤣🤣🤣
Cool dad
The boots look like a bonfire
Jeeeez I'm so emo my soul bleeds black and my heart is gray with death
🤣🤣🤣
There’s an entire world of goth/ industrial boots out there; it’d be awesome to see you review them, actually, since as you can see, they get pricy FAST. I know fluevogs have already been requested, but I’m sure I’m not the only person who’d be happy to give you a longer list of spooky brands to review. (I imagine these are primarily made for clubbing and general wear, so it’s also interesting to consider what would be “good” construction there-do you want a shank in shoes used for dancing? I know some styles of professional dance shoes don’t have shanks, so maybe that’s a consideration? What kind of sole is good for the abuse the shoes take, especially when it comes to the ability to fix them, either DIY or paying for it? Etc etc etc. )
Sign me up! There are WAAAAAAY too many posts online praising absolute garbage boots. I try to warn the baby bats, "Do NOT waste your money on those! You will be in the club, pulling cobwebs one minute, and the next you find yourself 6" shorter."
I'd LOVE a breakdown by him of some more of the alt boots. I'm certain it will just prove what I've been saying all these years, but it would be nice to have the proof to back it up. :)
@@scarymsmary pls give me a list bc I'm very lost and don't want to keep wasting money on bad quality boots that will last a year at most.
I've always stated this and told them to get older black military boots and modify them for comfort for floor use. Never judge a boot by its outters for sure. The flashy ones always seem to be compensating for something.
@@scarymsmary I would also love to know your recommendations 🖤
@@lil_baby_nothing me too😩 and thick calf friendly!
I'd love to see how a pair from the 90s were made. Mine were indestructible I wore them all the time but they were so much heavier than the ones you get now.
Yeah same...I had this pair in about 1998...I wore them for 10 years and nothing wore out!
I bought a pair a year ago and they look brand new...they are really good
That’s true. The ones I got 28 years ago are still very good now. They were 5kg per boot.
To finally see my request come true was amazing. Thank you so much.
I have to say I am hugely disappointed to see that the sole was glued on but otherwise everything else looked awesome. I had the exact same pair when I was 16 and finally threw them out when I was 31. They were my going out boots, work boots (I was a mechanic), walking boots, they were my everything boot for 15 years and never did the sole split or come away. Again, thanks for letting me see inside these boots. Top job, keep up the good work.
P.S. New Rock Boots!!! XD
The reason your old ones lasted was because of the same reason mine did.....the soles were full rubber and not this "air pockets" crap and they were probably Spanish made (apparently New Rock has been making these in China since the mid 2010's)
@@richardcostello2951 huh that’s weird I’ve only recently got my boots and they say made in Spain
@@richardcostello2951 i didn't double check their website so i could be wrong but i'm pretty sure that they are like Docs (& a ton of other places tbh) in that the cheap stuff is fully Chinese made, midprice stuff is partially Chinese made/assembled & the top price is made where the company was known for making their stuff.
@@richardcostello2951 It literally says Made in Spain on them in the video
I went to highschool with a girl who wore these kinds of boots. Very goth, all the dark shit. She sang opera, it was really cool.
holy shit!! 🤣
oh props to her, platform boots hurt as hell after a while of wearing them, just got home took mine off, feels nice
HA legend
Did she drive a s13 and went out with a guy name dom
@@Da.PantyStealer Kouki S14, you uncultured buster.
Please please please do a video cutting open rick Owens geobaskets. You would make the entire fashion community so mad. Plus I would love to see what is inside my pair without having to cut them in half myself
So glad to see you finally did some New Rock boots! The entire spooky community thanks you!
I have had new rocks for years, as well as other brands of extreme platform and 'goth' boots, and the number one problem is the soles coming away from the shoe. This occurs most often on cheaply made, synthetic boots which are only ever glued onto the sole, but i have never had that problem with New Rocks. I'm disappointed to see the hollow sole and the gluing on this pair, but i have to say i have had New Rocks that have lasted 10+ years with basically constant everyday wear, and I've only stopped wearing them because I get gifted another pair by my amazing mum!
There's this whole library of knowledge, certainly in the goth community, where we all know the best extreme shoes and what brands to buy and which to avoid, and New Rocks have always been well received by everyone I've come across. They are kind of like your modern goth boot bread and butter i suppose! I know people who have had New Rocks for 20+ years and still going strong, and although they don't offer this anymore sadly, the company used to offer lifetime guarantees on all their boots so if they broke or you lost a bit of hardware they would replace free of charge which was great. Not to mention a big sign of confidence in the boots.
I'd be curious to see you cut apart some other spooky brands of boots, especially Demonia boots, Buffalo boots, maybe some amazing old Swear boots (though I will cry when you cut them up because they are so rare now!) and I'm very curious to see what kind of flimsy cardboard those Killstar ones are made of lol! Demonias come in some incredible and outlandish styles - even more so than New Rock - but they are all synthetic and do not last nearly as long. However I must say from experience they hold up pretty well in the sole-peeling-off department which is great, and they don't cost the earth either so I suppose its an even trade.
Either way, love your videos- they are so satisfying! And I would love to see you cut apart a bunch of stuff on the stranger side of things.
Can you share what brands to buy and which ones to avoid? I’m very new at this and am a bit overwhelmed with all the options
Got mine around 1999 and they’re still going strong and in great condition - an awesome alternative to wellies at a festival 😎
i have a pair of their boots (but without flamings). they're about 15 years old now and very comfortable. i definitely paid less than 200 euros for them back then.
250 EUR was regular price about 2004 when I got them for the first time...but it's easy to buy them like 50% off (or more) :)
I had a pair, no flames but much taller almost knee high about 20 years ago and paid £100. I loved them and used to wear them on my bike and to work.
I had a pair of the short non goth boots they were very comfortable but the soles did end up splitting across where the ball of the foot exactly where all my other shoes split
Ive been looking at these boots ever since I was a child... I knew they were expensive, but daaammnn 400 dollars, for what though?:(
@@aprilmason1616 you can get them half the price on amazon or ebay, but still 200 is crazy
I've got a pair of the womens equivilent of this style that are 15 years old, were worn almost daily for 5 of those years and have survived countless nights out and rowdy rock gigs and mosh pits. I have also got a more recent pair in a more standard style that have done thousands of miles with me on my motorcycle and apart from some fading of the colour, are still going strong.
However, when I went to the New Rock store earlier this year, I was saddened that the quality of the boots no longer matches what it used to be, just trying them on in the store you could tell the materials were not as good as the older models and the construction was flimsier. If i wasn't so attached to my pair I'd send them to you for a comparison of the older models, maybe you can pick up a pair on ebay though?
Chicks are easyer on boots
@@Katyperryspenis what? “ Easier”
@@Katyperryspenis ahh no...... like most things.....as time goes on the quality goes down.....my pairs from 10-15 years ago aren't anything like this garbage
I'd love some then and now comparisons. See how much better quality was years ago.
@@Katyperryspenis um not this 'chick'...
Buy them used! If they are your style and you can deal with the heaviness they feel pretty solid and comfortable, they aren't worth the retail price but at least here in Europe you can get decent condition pairs starting at the equivalent of 80$ or so, and for about 100-150$ you can get them in basically new condition :)
Exactly. I’m in Texas and I’ve had 4 pairs. I’ve never paid over $150 for a pair ever.
Idk even at 150 that seems like a ripoff. Sneakers are often better made than that.
@@grievuspwn4g3 oh no doubt. Buying things for what’s effectively a form of elaborate daily costume for some people undoubtedly marks up the price, but from a purely sensible perspective even 150 seems like a bad price to me.
@@HH60gPaveHawk ahhh that's because these are their modern made Chinese junk......the Spanish ones from 10 years ago are built like tanks
For 100$? I got them for 400$?! Welp
I've got probably 6 pairs of NewRocks. They changed with time quite a bit. My first pair is about 20yo (short ankle boots), still going strong though I abused them badly and a lot. Even the nubuck uppers held up nicely and the sole is still solidly on.
A newer pair of almost kneehigh boots has not been so good - had to reglue the sole twice already, but other then that - really comfortable. The rest I don't wear so often, so can't say anything about durability.
I've had similar experience. I have some that are almost 20 years old and are still more durable than some I've bought new in the last couple years.
i have had my new rocks for more than21 years and they look great the sole has not fall on off
Would you say that new rock Is better than demonia? because I cannot make a choice.
@@localgrassfieldboneshandler new rocks because my demonia shoes were good but did not last as long as my newrocks
I've had a pair of their chunky sneakers for some 23 years now, that I bought for going to rock shows. Very comfy. I wasn't intending to buy $250 sneakers but they weren't marked at the store I got them from in Hollywood and I wasn't going to lose face with the cute sales girl that sold them to me. I've really enjoyed them.
Your face caught me off guard 😂😂
I had a black pair with purple accents. Definitely were just about looks...although I bought them because they did look like they were well made. This channel has taught me so much about actual real quality boots and what to look for.
"Stomp on things until the sole comes off." That's why I buy boots.
I’ve got my first pair for 28 years. Wearing them almost everyday. The sole, the leather and everything else stayed sturdy. I’ve given them away last year because the style is not me anymore. It were almost the same as the ones you showed only without the flames and the the boots ended higher. I’ve heard the quality of new rock was far better at the time I bought those boots. I’ve gotten myself 3 more pairs of new rock and they are still going strong.
It would be interesting to see a series on steel toe boots. You might need a metal cutting blade on your band saw but it would be very interesting to see the differences.
my "Steel" brand steel boots had been with me nearly 2 decades through everything, i was wondering about the same. made in Slovakia in some old Bata factory
@@shurdi3 For sure, I think mine started looking really good by year 5 or so, when the coating wore off a little.
The Steel headquarters are now in Veľký Krtíš. I've no idea where their factory is, but they do say it's also in Slovakia, in and former Bata factory (parts of it used by other brands afaik, doing totally different style shoes). Next time I'm nearby, I think I'll drop by and check it out.
(I do now have a shoemaker in Hungary I frequent, so full disclosure: I won't buy any more boots from Steel. But like... also won't buy because that one I bought is still good anyway.)
But yeah, the coating is questionable. 😂
Thank you for finally doing these! I'm so hyped
These are the best goth boots I ever owned. I had them for about 8 years and they are still like new with weekend heavy use. I always hear from many friends that they have lasted them 10 years. I have never ever heard of any that the sole has come off with those boots.
Never cut a thicker sole before? Next one on the list: ganguro girl boots soles, can't wait!
More goth boots videos please! I've never had New Rocks myself - too "metal-looking" for me - but I've had Demonias. This is fascinating stuff! Did you ever end up doing the women's vs men's boots video you mentioned on a video about Docs? I'd love to see that, but can't find it in your videos yet; I hope you still do it!
End of 2022 and still no women's vs. men's boots video. :(
Stop shitting on metal.
This was a dope video! Requesting that you cut in half some Michael Kors boots/shoes, or some other middle high end brands, would be very interesting to see if its even remotely worth paying 300$-500$ for designer boots/shoes.
I've had a similar pair of these before and they are super comfy to walk in with an that rubber under you. Honestly the only thing that went wrong was the metal on the heel is prone to snapping. I think the rubber sole expands as you set your foot down because its quite soft and can pull the metal apart.
I have had 4 pairs since the late 1990s. One pair I sold because I just never wore them. The other three I still have and have never had a single issue with any of them. I don’t remember the exact ages of them all but even the newest pair is at least 10 yrs old. I wonder if they used to be constructed differently and maybe they have cut corners over the years? Also, I’ve never paid above $150 for a pair either - even my Neptunos.
Cool video tho and I’m glad to see what’s inside the new ones.
I think the reason for having so many air pockets in the soles is so the boot can actually flex when you walk. Other platforms, like shitty Demonias, have no give, so you wear them like a month and the sole rips off. And those are selling for over $100 a pair themselves. THAT is insanity.
As far as “goth boots” go, I own One or more pairs of Terry de Havilland, original Transmuters, 2nd gen Transmuters, Magic Shoe Co, Pennangalan, and New Rocks - in addition to all my Docs. :)
And which ones are the best quality in your opinion?
@@haneul4164 The Terry de Havilland’s for sure. Designed, cut, and assembled by him and his wife Liz. Are they in the best shape of my collection? No. But they are the oldest as well. There are a few RUclips videos about him you might check out. His story is bittersweet. These are the boots I coveted as a teen, so to have some now makes me so happy!
damn you know your stuff. i have read quite a few reviews on new rock shoes complaining that new rock has really cut down on the quality of their shoes in recent years, including downgrading to a lower quality leather and not screwing on the sole anymore. its a real shame, because if they did still have the same level of quality as a few years ago, it would totally justify their prices now.
its a shame we dont have pennangalan/magic shoes/fantasy shoes and havilland around anymore, the quality of shoes has plummeted recently and i honestly have no idea where you could even buy high quality tall platforms anymore. also rip to demonia for massively ripping off loads of pennangalan's designs :/
Woah, I bought a pair of these when I was 18 or so in Camden - ended up bringing them with me to the US when I emigrated and likely still have them, somewhere.
I’ve had a pair of New Rocks since 1999. I used to walk 6miles to work, stand up & walk around all day in them (retail) & walk 6 miles home in them. Never had a moment of pain in them and they kept my feet so warm in winter. When I was walking so much in them, they were the best butt & leg exercise ever!
My mum has been trying to get them off me for 2 decades so she can put flowers in them, but no luck there yet.
Yaaasssss. Disappointing with the quality, but I'm glad to see an expansion out of mens work boots. I'm not sure if they were this brand, but a friend of mine had similar boots, and while they lasted a fair time, when they went it was the sole that gave out.
Would love seeing more varied styles on here still. Cheap to moderate priced knee highs and such.
I have had many of these boots, including the model you ripped apart in the review which were my favourite and longest lasting pair. They are more for image than practicality (but it can be quite handy having so much heft on your feet if you find yourself in certain situations, like concerts, festivals or "self defence"). Still, great boots and surprisingly comfortable, if you get a good fit. Some of the wear issues I had were the metal attachments breaking both at the front and the heel due to impact with various things, the flame stitching coming loose and even the heal counter coming loose on one pair. I also had the the sole split on another pair which rendered the boot almost unusable as the toe section would flop about, but being a cheap Goth living in London I continued to wear the boot for several months until I could afford an upgrade.
Costume boots, inside and out. A good chunk of the price might relate to the fact that these won’t be volume sellers
I think I’ve seen these multiple times around NYC, but then again I was around St Marks a lot, which is one of the places on earth this wouldn’t look insane in
I doubt anyone would spend 300 dollars on a pair of boots JUST to wear it for a costume 😂 I hear that these last for decades of casual use.
@@user89076 What proportion do you think are buying them for construction or forestry or hiking?
@@hrtlsbstrd A pair of boots doesn't have to be worn for construction or hiking in order to be everyday boots. A large percentage of buyers probably wear them for clubbing, concerts, biking, shopping, outdoor festivals, etc.
@@user89076 For sure. What I'm getting at is that these boots are based on a design that evokes tough sturdy boots built to stand up to tough conditions - but in fact they're likely to quickly come apart under these conditions given the cemented construction.
Kind of like how costume jewelry is made to evoke the look of expensive jewelry, but is in fact cheaply made
That's not to judge, I can see how a person might buy these to compliment a look, but I think there's some logic to the parallel I'm drawing. And it would be nice if they went the extra foot and did a couple simple things to make them more durable to match the look.
Wow! i love the scary make up! And the boots looking smokin'! Wasn't expecting Halloween special - it's a very cool surprise
I had a pair of these when I was around 15, I loved them!! But the soles split after like 3 months!! Over priced but I got a lot of attention. I even wore them to Dubai!
Damn son! That is lit lol.
3 months!? Damn, thnx for sharing that, not buying these cool boots no mo😅
I feel like these are an absolute nightmare for the airport security inspectors...
are you sure they weren't demonias?
@@hardstyle3196 ive had my pair for 10 years, second hand and the guy before me had them atleast 3. theyre the best goth stompy boots you can get.
In terms for the Goth style plus longevity, these are the best for Goths.
A lot of us are not necessarily looking for the most bulletproof, weatherproof or high quality boot/shoe to fit our creativity and expressions, just enough to where it looks cool to our eyes, is comfortable or not uncomfortable, but also isn't a dirt cheap quality of a shoe, and last long enough to fit into our daily lives which New Rock has done so far for all the Goths and just about anyone else who enjoys the style and longevity of New Rock unlike some other brands. (Looking at you Demonia.)
Edit: Thank you very much for this video review on New Rock.
Felt compelled to say I bought a pair of New Rocks (taller and heavier than these) in 1999 and wore them for 8ish years basically every weekend to shows, trips to the city, stomped around Philly and New York. They were a mix of black matte looking leather and shiny black patent leather. They are still in great shape though my style has changed and I only wear them a couple times a year now. The toes and inner heels are scuffed but to be expected. I wore the hell out of those boots The patent leather still looks perfect. Only problem is mine had a thin metal accent that wrapped around the sides and underneath of the heel that was made of one solid piece of thin metal. Those broke early on and I removed it. But you couldn’t tell anything was missing. Loved the look and was WAY MORE comfortable than the Doc Martens everyone gets hung up on. Think I paid close to $300 back in the day. They were worth it for a unique boot than never failed to get looks and compliments.
So excited to see New Rocks review. I have been planning to pick up a pair for clubbing. They are usually considered "high quality" in the goth community and I have friends who have New Rocks that are 20 years old and still "stomping". I'm surprised to hear they aren't really all that.
I used to have a pair just like this in the mid-2000s. They were sooooo comfy. And surprisingly durable. Loved them. Only problem was the iron fittings on the sole at the front and back which broke every so often (easy enough to replace but still).
I had another pair from them which were more military-looking and they were garbage, broke really quickly.
My brother had these back in 2001, we used to call him the terminator every time he wore those boots 😂
These are the only boots I don't destroy in a month flat. Had the ones I wear every day for 3 years now & they're still going strong. My last pair was 15 years old & I definitely wore them down to the voids, the metal plates do a great job of extending the life of the sole.
I would never buy a pair of boots with zips again though, takes a lot of scrolling through the site to find a pair without zips.
I currently wear a pair of newrocks as my everyday boot and I gotta say I'm not too worried even if the sole shoes come off cus that's what glue is for and if the sole dies then the newrocks website has all the parts needed to repair the boots
I've had many pairs of New Rocks, which each lasted years before needing replacing, and despite numerous concerts/festivals, every terrain and environment/weather that was thrown at them, they all held up amazingly.
It's nice to see they've changed one thing.
The metal embellishments used to be attached by rods which fed into the rubber, and after a few years, one of the rods was bound to fail/shear and you'd have to remove that bit of metal.
Replacing the rods with screws seems a no-brainer for anyone who's had this issue in the past.
Also, I've always found NR's to be super comfortable, and you feel like you can take on the world when wearing them!
So, I appreciate you taking the boots apart like that but I have to say that these are the best boots I've ever owned. I got my first pair used and wore them for over a decade basically every day. Motorcycle, camping, hiking, all the things they weren't designed for lol
For reference, mine had Velcro straps, before the zipper option was available.
I ended up giving them to a friend's son when he was a punk rock teen before I moved to Japan 8 years ago... And bought a new pair over here and still wearing them.
Two pairs of boots for almost 20 years. Still hiking, motorcycling and being dumb but the boots just don't die.
So, at least in my opinion, they're the best boots out there if you want both reliable and cool looking. :)
My new rock boots still on go after fifteen years ! I’ve hung off stair wells watching disturbed concert and been everywhere in them !
Always a good day when a new video comes out. :)
I've had mine (same design) for 20 years, worn everyday for about 7 of those years. First to go was the zipper, then the flames started coming off. No problems with the sole
Holy crap, you actually cut open New Rocks, this is amazing.
that makeup job you have is really fricken good. thats some quality work whoever did that.
Ahh I'm so happy you were able to get these! I have this actual pair and haven't broken them yet, the weight took some getting used to but stomping around in them is too much fun!
The leather, because it's so thick, was tough on my ankles to break in but when they're fully worn, they're great to wear. Wore them to work too, but had to stop since I found out they're no good on ladders.
I'm so surprised at just how little is in them, always assumed they'd be solid rubber, because it certainly feels it.
Have mine for about 5 years now. Love em!
Luckily I didn't pay $400 for them, but I did pay £140, so yeah...
Thanks for doing this video, and your makeup looks awesome! What did Toaster think of it? :D
I have a pair of New Rook boots. They’ve served me well for quite some years now! The only thing that came off were the heels and I had to put another leather sole on the inside, but other than that they’re fine and I wear them a lot! Mainly in spring, fall and winter. The missing shank never gave me problems and the soles never came off. They’re also very comfortable to wear. Plus, the soles are made of the most wear resistant material ever. I still have the same soles and even the heels look more or less almost like new.
When did u buy them? What model?
@snek it's the M 373-S1 boot in black that has the shoelace run through the heel. I bought them in 2015 and I'm still wearing them.
I wore those in high school, glad to see they are still selling after uhh 15 years.
I love New Rocks, they're really comfy! I used to call them "my slippers"
Since you said you had something interesting planned for Halloween.. I actually kind of expected something like this... I don’t know how or why, I just did
I might have asked this already but could you do Underground boots? they're a punk rock brand that made original creepers sort of like George Cox and between those two, and even TUKS, i'd really love to see those taken apart. i already know the TUKs are going to be novelty, but given that the Underground and George Cox stuff goes for way higher, I am really curious to see whats inside of them and your opinion on them.
This is the funniest episode, by far. Was not expecting it, bravo. XD
I'd love to see you do a series of US military issued boots, from Vietnam war Jungle boots, to cold war "Cadillacs", up to present day Danner/Bates/Under Armor etc.
Yeah I saw you wave in the reflection of the ring. 😀
I walked Europe in my giant New Rock boots in 2001. I still have them now and they are still awesome.
Toaster is scared and hiding away from you. That's why we can't see him in the video.
I bought a pair just like this in 2003 (all black) and I still have them today. I wore them every day for years and they are still in perfect condition except the sole has a bit of wear and I had to get a cobbler to repair some wear on the inner liner. I had heard that they were made differently these days so I'm not sure if mine as just like these ones or not, they definitely look exactly the same. The interesting thing about this company is that they sell all the individual pieces of the shoes so you can just get a new sole or metal emblem a la carte.
I'm a bit of a goth and studying to be a shoemaker myself, and I've been walking daily on new rocks for over a now (M.373-S2). Out of all goth shoes, New Rocks are the best for sure.... But that doesn't mean they are all great compared to more regular shoe brands...
Hey have you had any issue with the zipper. I'm looking forward to buy my first pair of New Rock and the one I like as one. I heard from a lot of people that zippers on boots tend to break easily🥲
The only boots i've been wearing for 5 years now. I have a few pairs and never had any problems with New Rocks! :) 🤘🏻
I am waiting for redwing to tap into the goth market. These consumers may finally be provided with quality construction that can withstand all of the dancing, sweat, and other activities.
On another note, the face paint reminds me of Ghost.
That would be AWESOME actually. We wear boots nearly every day, all day, and sometimes all night too. We really put our boots to task just dancing at the club! I know I am willing to pay a high price point to get a boot that can withstand the oontz oontz for many years! ;)
I have a pair of knee high New Rocks I've had for about 22 years. 10 years of that I wore daily to my jobs are a barista and server as well as just my daily boot where I walked mostly everywhere in the city and also to the different clubs in the city on the weekends. Overall the boots are still in great condition. The leather still looks great and that was always where the quality was in the boots. The sole is still fine after thousands of hours of working on my feet and all the walking I did. Also the pair I have weigh about 9 pounds.
I have three pairs ranging in age one since high school so nearly 13 years old. They all are showing no signs of wearing out anytime soon. Very comfortable and can be worn all day. And if you wanted to get noticed you certainly will. I don’t think I will have the need to buy anymore.
I have several pairs of New Rock boots and I have been very pleased with them. I have only experienced issues with the sole on one of the pairs after 4 years. My first pair is still going strong af 8 years. Unfortunately I have noticed that New Rock have recently changed the soles and the metal pieces on the boots, which is a pity.
I'm literally wearing a pair of these right now so I had to click straight away 🤣
Next time just give your money to me lol jk
Really?
@@rmn2370 yep, great boots
@@It_dont_Matt_er with that last name I would have guessed you were a cowboy type of guy so I didn't expect you to have those boots 😂
@@rmn2370 nahh I'm from the UK working in fashion 😅
but they are sooooooooo comfyyyyyy!!! I bought mine second hand and they are my comfiest shoes tbh! Really sturdy in my experience and I love being a lil taller.
there's gotta be atleast more than one other sematary fan that laughed at the new rocks stomping the redbull can right
Can confirm.
Haaauuuuggghhh
Lmao its so weird seeing yall out in the wild
@@5starstunna428they’re everywhere now
i had this exact pair for 5-6 years, I wore them a lot. Summer, winter, they were the only shoes id wear. Never detached, super durable, i had no issues with them and I definitely never conditioned them. I resold them and they looked pretty much brand new. I dont know how tbh writing this is surreal but its true.
I have had a pair of these boots for around 17-18 years, they used to be worn almost every day, now only in the colder weather... Never had any problems with them, good soft leather inside, firm support on the ankles. In the uk I paid £120 for them when I got them.
I own two pair of these they are extremely comfortable and I have not had a problem of them falling apart I’ve had one pair since 2006 and I work at a Harley store and I’m not gentle on them
I want to see your rip open a pair of those massive platform Fila's, or similar.
Fila disruptor, right?
@@abr4xas yes
I have 2 pairs of boots from this company (bought on ultra sale) They are sooo comfortable, and except for having the zippers replaced they have held up amazingly well. I got them a few decades ago tho so there's a chance they've gotten more cheaply constructed .
I’d love to see a review of the vegan collection of new rocks as it seems different to a lot of vegan leathers as well as the good year welt collection!
Got two pairs over the years (one for 160€ the second one for around 200, knee height) . Really really comfy and the weight doesn´t bother me at all, since the boots aren´t made for marching or hiking. The pros are definetly the looks (if you are into it), and the leather isn´t bad quality at all. The cons are the Zippers. if they break you´ll have to get creative. I´ve sewn my zippers together. Now it´s a little bit annoying to get into the boots but they are still wearable. The metal fittings broke over the time but got replaced with original hardware i´ve got for free at my shop where i bought the boots and later got replaced with some metal parts i had laying around. My first pair died as the sole broke... after 5 years or so. the second pair is still around after 10 years of clubbing, dancing and some festivals and i think i´ll take them to the WGT this year.
The sole never came off.
Definitely wasn't sad this was cut in half made me happy for once
Why new rock boots are dope it's just a shame he chose the most rediculas boot for the video
@@rybo0072 You obviously forgot to type "for" and you left off the "s" on "dope." I'll leave the rest of your spelling and grammar alone.
Why, New Rock boots are for dopes. It's just a shame he chose the most ridiculous boot for this video.
Nevermind, I decided to go ahead and correct it. You're welcome.
New rocks actually are pretty cool boots none like them
I bought a pair of these in the 90s. Still have them in a box somewhere. I broke the cheap metal front brackets by kicking things. Loved the attention they got though.
Not shown here: several layers of teenage angst.
My favorite moc toe boots are hands down thorgoods midnight edition. Also it would be cool to see you cut a pair of redwing burnsides apart. I have owned a few pairs and they are hands down my favorite work boot.
I've had a few pairs of newrocks, and I will tell you, they are the most well constructed boots I've ever owned. I have friends who have newrocks that are 10 years old and they're still in amazing condition, even after partying in them for 10 hours a night every weekend for 10~ years. The method may not be conventional but they really are amazing.
i would also like to add, that there are no better quality goth boots that exist. the only other brands that exist are Demonia, which is by pleaser USA are all knock offs of newrock and other brands, Swear Alt, Transformers, Buffalo, which all dont make alt shoes anymore if they even still exist, and then theres like combat boots made by a bunch of companies, but not really cool stompy boots. theres literally no better stompy goth boot to be had.
Thanks Weston for keeping this vid a surprise. A real trick and treat.
Lmao!! Anti-water planing tread design? Like Goodyear Aquatread tires from the 90’s? Unless a goth kid can run 60 mph in the rain, I think the tread design is a little out of touch...
😂😂
😂 I assumed it was for grip on slippery dance floors. Concrete + spilled vodka == not fun.
For a goth you're either fast or you've got no lunch money
@@skachor Yeah, nah. Where I live everyone is scared and thinks everyone who is goth is a devil worshipper. They stay far away
Considering alternative fashion relates heavily to DIY and "out of season" elements, I'd say the tread design is pretty perfect for the intended audience they're marketed towards.
Currently own multiple pairs of new rocks and have owned others in the past. The only issues I've had is the zip busting, which cost £20 to fix, brought that particular pair second hand for £70 ish about 6 years ago and they are still going strong to this day! The only other pair that I broke were a purple flame pair similar to this, also second hand. I LIVED in them! I use to longboard in them and wore them every day, took 4 years to wear out the sole... With the proper care they last years! My second pair I got 8 years ago also second hand, but as I don't wear those all the time they are still in amazing condition... anyone looking to get a pair, I would highly recommend them. Very comfortable and hard wearing. While also looking super bad ass
The opening Ad was Dr, Martins, LOL
This is starting to turn into a great insidejoke 😂
@Marc Carran As I said, it's an inside joke😀
But seriously though the thing is that rose anvil has said in several videos he does'nt really like dr martens sence they have gone down the route of cutting quality but keeping the same price so you basicly just get the brand. This means a dr marten ad is not going to be very succesfull on this channel sence ppl here knows you can get a much higher quality boot for the same money if you buy another brand.
And of course the irony of him roasting the dr martens and then his videos gets ads that go "buy dr martens, they be good for ya"
Obviuosly he can't shoes which ads are shown on the video, but you know: Irony
@Marc Carran the joke has nothing to do with ad tracking, it’s about how it’s ironic that there’s a Dr Marten’s boot ad for a video on a channel that is pretty heavily anti Docs. And it is an inside joke because people who haven’t watched many of Wes’s videos won’t get it, therefore it’s an inside joke.
I JUST got an offer from a seller on Ebay for a pair of coccoran toe cap boots, and they were like no others I saw before, they had a zipper on the side like these.
You having your face painted and doing the review completely normal reminds me of Ben from parks and rec when he's casually wearing a full batman suit
Next we need to do some boots by demonica. They're the cheaper offering for the goth community. Curious to see if those are built any better.
if you've never seen laces that go through heels you've never seen dirk bikkemberg's boots and you probably should look into those
please do not cut up a pair of bikkembergs
@@e2magi was ab to say lol 😭
I have a pair can confirm they’re great, the metal heel on em would definitely be a serious challenge for the band saw if he managed to find a pair though
Those are beautiful! I want a pair now
@@bluBlaq33 good luck
Man, thats exactly what i thought of (New Rock) when you teased it in the previous episode. I should have commented under that video!
"Hole in the sole" is a statement in hi-end Dirk Bikkembergs boots. Not sure if he "Invented it" but it is quite famous design.
Have been wearing new rocks for 20 years, still wearing 2 pairs I bought 15 years ago. The soles never came apart. The only issues I experienced were with the front and rear metal parts which often break, but they are easily replaced. So thumbs up to the build quality.
wondering, do you get used to that thick sole when wearing them daily?
@@appelscha23 you do. And when you put on some sneakers they seem weightless
@@laurent5367 chill.. I like to get a bit taller but boots are not my thing..
laces going thru the heel is a stapel of a lot of designer boots, like 2000$ price
wow, I was really looking to get some of these boots until you ripped the sole off! So, please, what are some good alternatives to these? Specifically I am looking for real leather, goth, tall, knee high, all day wear, GOTH BOOTS. I looked at Demonias and they are cheaply made. Doc Martens are great but I don't care for their styles for this particular boot I am looking for. Thanks!
I REALLY wanted to hear "so I wore these at my shop for a month" for some reason.
Do Demonia 5-7inch platforms next. I have several and they're super comfortable (surprisingly) so I wonder what's inside. Goth/Punks care about comfort and durability too!