On Black Friday late in the day we paid a visit to our local Tractor Supply just to look around. They had those usual one day specials, none of which I was in need of. So after spending a half hour or so we decided to leave. On our way out I came upon a rack of boots that suddenly gained my interest. They were a rubber bottom, with a soft upper portion made of a material that I was not familiar with. They had a nice insole that was soft and comfortable with a padded tongue. And the selling point was 20.00. Well I looked through the rack and found my size. The boots stayed in the bag until a few weeks ago when I put them on to go fishing, and that's when the test started. Well I'm happy to say they passed with flying colors. They kept my feet dry, even when crossing the streams, and walking through snow. They were very comfortable and stable. Now here's the best thing they don't slip even on mossy stones, stream rocks, mud or snow. I love them and they will get plenty of use.
These boots also have those laces that stayed tied.
Campbell's Tomato Soup, I can remember this body warmer doing it's comfort thing when I was a kid, and you know what it still does. Lots of oyster crackers and it will ward off that winter chill.
A thing about pretzels. They must be thin, and they must be in that familiar twist. There is a reason the original bakers made them in this fashion, but it escapes me now.
Thursday evening Jeanette and I attended a dinner, a fund raiser for a very good cause. Our grand-daughter Morgan's school put on this event, and she along with her friends saw to our wishes. It was a great meal, which all enjoyed.
The "hot dog" man I love them and I'm sure most of you feel the same. There are many toppings for this delicious easy to fix tasty sausage, but the one I love most of all is sauerkraut fried with onions. The one drawback is the gastric rumblings that take place later. Well worth it though.
These boots are made for walking!!! Good stuff Alan.
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Pete they are made for walking and they keep your feet dry while your walking.
Kraut dogs, with a thin line of spicy dark mustard. I'm with you. Never go wrong with soup. I'm a Campbell's Vegetable guy though. A good pair of boots are priceless, love my Mucks.
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Ralph Vegetable is a close second. I agree on the good mustard.
Alan
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Bill food is a subject we all can find good in.
I used to be a tomato soup fan, but my wife introduced me to tomato basil. Now drop some oyster crackers in that and you've got heaven.
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Mark I'm not familiar with tomato and basil soup. Who makes it?
Um, um good. I love some Campbell's tomato soup and hot dogs with anything are good. Alan, how much do the boots weigh?
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Howard tomato soup and fried bologna is good, as well as fried spam. I don't know the exact weight but they are pretty light.
Well, Alan, just goes to show us all again, that a very good product can be found at the budget that all should be able to afford. Looking forward to another review down the road on those boots after further use. Do they have a brand name?
ReplyDeleteSoup and crackers and a hot dog is a great meal anytime, anyplace!
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Mel budget priced is a key selling point for me.
The name is Ithasca.
Campbell's tomato soup...cmon dont you know its got to be heinz....so the adverts say...lol, always nice when you get boots that you like and specially at bargain prices. :)
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George Heinz as far a ketchup gos, not so with soup.
Love a good bargain.
Alan,
ReplyDeleteA great find on the boots! It's nice to find a pearl in amoungst the pin heads!
Campbells tomato soup has been a staple around this house for years and I like the mention made by Mark K. above! That is a great combination for sure! And the kraut dogs sautéed with onions.....there's a winner for sure! Gosh, you are making me hungry! I think I will suggest hot dogs for supper and mention to my chief cook your kraut recipe! Yum!
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Doug I like that saying. Dogs and kraut, what a Sunday night supper.
Now if I could find some "Pilot" crackers.
We love Campbell's tomato soup, as well but usually join it with tuna salad sandwiches. What, no mustard on the pretzels? Clearly, you've never lived in PA (Philly area).
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John I also like tomato soup and grilled cheese.
Yes there are those who enjoy mustard on pretzels, my kids used to put cheeze wiz on them.
Great buy on those boots, Alan. Perfect for walking around on small streams. That hot dog with sauerkraut is right up my alley.
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Sam I was really impressed with the quality of the boots, usually low price means cheaply made, but not with these.
Alan, I literally live in the snack capital of the world,between pretzel and potato chip companies. It would be very difficult for me to chose. I do know that the Amish make wonderful home made pretzels everyday and sell them at their shops , tough to turn down. As for the hot dog,that is my biggest weakness,made me hungry. As for the boots ,that's a great bargain,gonna check out my tractor supply near me. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteBrad, I have a very good customer in the York, Chambersburg, Harrisburg area that I will be working with in the spring. Can you give me any insight on where to fish some of the spring creeks in that area? I don't need the best or most popular spots, but if you could give me advice on some places off the beaten path, I would appreciate it. I am strictly catch and release. Thanks, Sam
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Brad we have stopped in the markets in Bird in Hand and found some awesome chips and pretzels among other fine products. Hopefully you'll be able to find them, and at a good price.
Sam I'm sure Brad will give you the necessary info.
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