Just realized my knee kicker technique changed a lot after 8 months on the job

I switched from a smooth rubber sole to a cleated rubber sole on my work boots and now my power stretches actually hold without buckling, anyone else notice their stance affecting how clean a room lays out?

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caseythompson17d ago

...and now I'm wondering if the cleat pattern messes with how your weight transfers when you're doing fine adjustments near the walls. You said the hold improved, but did you notice any weird pressure points or uneven spots showing up because the cleats dig in differently than a smooth sole? I usually swap between two pairs of boots and I swear the tread wear changes how the backing feels under the head.

the_jamie17d ago

First time I swapped to a lugged sole I figured it was all hype. But after running a pair of those old Danner Quarries with a V-100 pattern for a few months I totally get what you're saying about the weight shift. The deep cleats definitely make your foot settle different against the backing, especially in tight spots where you're relying on that micro-movement to feel the bucket.

jamie_adams17d ago

Gotta disagree here. The V-100 pattern creates more drag than weight shift, especially in tight quarters where you're trying to pivot. I've had those deep cleats actually catch on the backing edge and throw my foot position off entirely, which totally kills any micro-feel you're talking about. A smooth sole gives you way more consistent contact pressure in those tight spots, the lugs just add wobble.