The Best Roofing Shoes Improve Safety
The most important aspect of construction work is safety. It can be challenging and dangerous working and walking on a rooftop. Many roofers have had extreme or fatal injuries. The type of shoe that roofers wear matters highly, and it can determine if the job gets completed. Roofers expect roofing shoes to have traction, gripping, comfort, and the support to protect life on the roof especially in harsh working conditions.
Dmitry’s Take On The Best Shoes For Roofing
Recently, Dmitry Lipinskiy, Founder, and CEO of Roofing Insights reviews three common shoes on the market, Cougar Paws, Reebok Cross-Fit, and Nike Running shoes. The review was to dissuade roofers who wear common shoes on the roof. The test was not necessarily comparing them to worksites because they do not all fall within the same category.
For instance, Cougar Paws are developed for worksites, specifically for roofing houses while Nike is for running. But most roofers use the running shoes instead of shoes meant for roofing. Dmitry reviews the three shoes and concludes that Cougar Paws feel safest but less comfortable regarding cushion. Nike feels lighter but not as safe on the roof. Reebok Cross-Fit feels better than Nike, firmer on the roof, and comfortable, but not as safe as Cougar Paws. Roofers who want to be safer on the roof, should invest in Cougar Paws.
Reebok Men's CROSSFIT Nano 7.0 Cross Trainer
All these three are good but Cougar Paws beats all! It’s really great for roofing. Particularly for metal roofing.
I have been wearing roofing shoes to work every day for a month, no signs of them falling piecemeal and I have been on my bases a full shift lifting and moving effects. Some reviews said to order a size down. The bones I’ve are true to size. This is a veritably comfortable shoe.
It is vital that you are properly equipped to stay protected when making repairs or doing any other work on the roof. The first step is to make sure you have the best roofing shoes to protect you.