Best window cleaning roof walking shoes ever

I finally trashed my old pair of boots and decided to get some serious window cleaning footwear. I got these thoroughood roofer boots a few days ago. Their crepe soles stick to the roof like duct tape. They have reinforced sides, plus they lace all the way to the toes which helps you get them nice a snug so you don’t roll your ankle.

Dangerous Dave turned me onto these style of boots. He’s got the mocassain toes, though. I have had bad experience with the mocassain toes, they just aren’t comfortable in my experience.

Anybody else out there use roofing boots for window cleaning?

I’ve been eyeing Tiger Paws but haven’t bought them. Please, what brand are you showing us?

I think you mean “cougar paws.” Those look cool, but they seem like they are only good for when you are on the roof. I hear the pads wear out kind of quickly - you wouldn’t want to walk around on them off the roof because it will wear out the pads and they are expensive. The boots above are Thorogood Roofer Boots Style: 814-4233

Hey Jesse,

What are these called ? What did they cost you ? Where did you get them ?

They look like some pretty good shoes for walking roves… How you been Jess ? is business picking up in the fast lane ?

Dange

Yes Cougar Paws! Sorry. Thanks for that link.

I’ve been using “Korker” sandals with a removable sole. It has a variety of soles for different roof types. Asphalt, metal & wood shingle roofs. They slip over the shoe/sneaker and they work real good.

I wear skater shoes. Not only do they look tight, but they’re made specifically to stick to skateboard grip tape, which is very similar to roof grit

Need to git me summa them…

You are wearing boots in this heat?? Please do not tell me you wear knee socks. I wear Keen sandals, a slip resistant sole with a rubber toe. Good support, water proof and last forever. They make a winter version.

I also used Keen love em!

I looked at skater shoes, but I am 56 years old and they make me look like I want to be 20 again. My pants aren’t baggy enough lol. I went for Dange’s boots. Sears diehard. Love em.

You are wearing boots in this heat?? Please do not tell me you wear knee socks. I wear Keen sandals, a slip resistant sole with a rubber toe. Good support, water proof and last forever. They make a winter version.

Yes, I am wearing boots. But, then again I’m also wearing ups style shorts so it all evens out. I look like this minus the crocodile.

John ,

Over in the PNW it’s been fairly nice, the last few days it’s been in the mid 70’s and most of this month it’s been in the high 60’s…We did get a couple of 80 degrees days but I think that lasted 2 hours !

Jesse lives across Elliott bay / Puget Sound from Seattle !

Dange

I wear boots year round and thick socks as well. I like the feel.
I’ve also got the smoothest legs around!

Thanks for sharing…After my recent roof experience these might be just the ticket…

I dont know if they’re available in the US but you guys should try and find yourselves a pair of Dunlop Volleys. We can get them for under $20 in most large retailers (k-mart, target etc.). They stick like **** to a blanket no matter what your walking on! They’re light and comfortable and durable. They are so popular with tradies here in Australia that dunlop has introduced steel capped versions.

I’ve got a set that are 3 years old, and still going strong (not bad considering i got them on special for $12). I’ll throw pics up if I can find my camera (its been MIA for 2 months)

I found them on the internet, they look like this (different colors are available for the fashion conscious :))