In today’s world, stretching every dollar is crucial. To do this, you’ll need to take better care of your stuff so it lasts longer. At Red Wing Charlottesville, we understand that long days on the job can take a toll on your work boots. All that abuse day in and day out can dramatically reduce your boot’s lifespan. As always… we’re here to help! That’s why we’re excited to extend our legendary free boot cleaning service, known as our “30 Day Service Program,” to any brand of leather boots.

Bring them on in, and we will clean your leather boots for free right now! 

Why We’re Offering our Free Boot Cleaning to All Brands

Our 30 Day Service Program is typically available for Red Wing shoes and boots only. So why would we offer our free leather boot cleaning to other brands? It’s simple: we want to show our appreciation to Charlottesville’s hard Continue reading →

Red Wing Boots are renowned for their durability, protection, and quality. We take pride in providing working footwear to hardworking men and women across the country. People know that when they need to get the job done safely, they can rely on legendary Red Wing Boots. But we’re not just about safety; we also prioritize comfort, and our various lines of insoles are proof of that!

While many of our customers find the insoles that come with their Red Wings work great and never need to be swapped out, some customers require additional comfort or support. That’s where our range of insoles comes in.

Types of Insoles

Just like our Red Wing shoes and boots, our insoles are purpose-built for different jobs and different feet. For those with different feet, the right insole can help prevent or alleviate foot and back pain. That makes a huge difference when you’re working overtime on the Continue reading →

The weather finally warming up around Charlottesville can only mean one thing… spring is here! It’s time to start planning the outdoor activities you’re gonna tackle this year… and if hiking’s on the list, you need a pair of hiking boots that will keep your feet comfortable and protected. Red Wing Charlottesville has a huge selection of hiking footwear, purpose built for each type of hiker and each type of hike! 

Hiking Footwear from Red Wing Charlottesville

Like everything we sell at Red Wing Charlottesville, our hiking footwear is designed to provide excellent support, stability, durability, and protection. Whether you’re hiking on rocky terrain, muddy trails, or steep inclines, our boots will keep your feet secure, warm, and protected.

How do we make such high quality boots? It all starts with the quality of our materials. Our are made from high-quality leathers and traditional fabrics as well as other high-tech, durable and breathable Continue reading →

Red Wing is known throughout the world as THE place to go for quality protective footwear. We’re proud of that reputation, and we think it’s well deserved. However, this blog is all about the shoes we think you should put on after you take our boots off: our casual shoes!

Casual Footwear from Red Wing Charlottesville

We know you love hard work – if you didn’t, you probably wouldn’t be wearing Red Wings! However, sometimes the best part of the work day is when you get to take your boots off. That’s where our casual shoes come in!

Our casual footwear styles are perfect for the best part of the day: when you’re relaxing! Extremely comfortable, great looking, and perfect for getting around town – or going out on the town! Wear them to the breweries around town or when you’re brewing beer at home. These aren’t your typical Red Wings… but one Continue reading →

It’s cold out there, Charlottesville! We’ve already been hit with snow a couple times, and there’s more in the forecast. Be careful out there, guys! Prolonged exposure to the cold can cause discomfort and injury. Staying warm for those of us who spend their workdays outside this time of year is a must. So it’s time to get prepared! 

Fortunately, it’s fairly easy. Here are the basics:

Wear layers
Dress with thicker and warmer materials (wool socks, etc)
Wear insulated boots and jackets
Have as little exposed skin as possible
Stay dry
Use hand warmers when you get uncomfortable, and always keep a hot beverage nearby!

Red Wing Charlottesville can help you out with a couple of these basics. We’re fully stocked with insulated boots and merino wool socks. That’ll likely be all you need for your feet, but don’t forget about the rest!

Here are some tips from folks around Charlottesville about how they stay warm in the Continue reading →

When it comes to work boots – maximum comfort is the goal. Instead of just buying a pair off the rack for yourself or your loved one this holiday season – head to Red Wing Charlottesville and enjoy the Ultimate Fit Experience!

Getting the Best Fit in the World’s Best Work Boots

Once you stopped growing, you found out what your size in shoes was going to be for the rest of your life, right? Nope! While it’s a great starting point, with the variety of shapes, sizes, widths, of folks feet, there’s no such thing as a standard fit.

Throw in the fact that each brand has a tiny bit different sizing, and that shoes within the same brand are manufactured with differing lasts, you are truly doing yourself a disservice if you don’t go get fit first.

No worries, though – we’ve got you covered! Our footwear professionals are perfectly suited to measure Continue reading →

THE MARINES COLLECT OUR TOYS DEC. 17th
DONATE NEW, UNOPENED & UNWRAPPED TOYS BEFORE THEN!

Happy Holidays from all of us at Red Wing Charlottesville! Times are tough, and it’s been hard on many families throughout Central Virginia. Kids throughout Charlottesville are at risk of not having a toy under the tree this year… and we need to help them! We’re doing our part to help them with our yearly Toys for Tots drive – and we hope you can lend us a hand before Dec. 17th!

When the Marines call, Red Wing answers. We’re continuing our dedication to giving back to the community that supports us by partnering with the United States Marine Corps in their annual Christmas Toys for Tots program. 

The Marine Toys For Tots Program

Christmas is a special time of year, and it’s even more special for children. Each one deserves to have a toy under the tree, and the Continue reading →

Now that it’s officially fall, it’s time to hit the trails. We’re lucky here in Charlottesville, as we’re extremely close to the unparalleled Appalachian Trail! This world renown trail stretches for close to 2,200 miles and runs through 13 states. At Red Wing Charlottesville, we’ve heard tons of stories of dedicated backpackers who attempt (some successfully, some not as much) to walk the entire stretch in one season, starting at Springer Mountain in Georgia and ending at Mount Katahdin in Maine.

Should You Attempt To Take On the Appalachian Trail All At Once?

Make no mistake about it: hiking the full Appalachian trail in one long stint is extremely challenging, even for the most experienced and seasoned hikers. Not only will you commit from a physical and mental standpoint, but also you have to commit months of non-stop hiking time (difficult for most people with full time jobs)! On average, this full hike takes about 3 Continue reading →

Red Wing Charlottesville is about more than just our fantastic work boots. We are proud to be able to offer boot repairs and all other types of shoe services! We pride ourselves on the ability to restore your old or beat up (most often, both!) Red Wings whenever possible It’s a key feature of our business that sets us apart! When you buy Red Wings from Red Wing Charlottesville, not only are you getting great boots… you’re also getting life long service and support from us. 

Red Wing Boot Repairs and Shoe Services

At Red Wing Charlottesville, we’re not just bragging when we say that our boots are incredibly durable. The lifespan of our boots is in decades, not months – so long as you take proper care of them! It’s why we have so many lifelong customers. Red Wingers are well aware of how long their Red Wing boots last!

There’s no Continue reading →

With the weather cooling down, hiking season is back in the Shenandoah Valley! Are your hiking shoes up for the challenge? If not, you should consider shopping our full line of Vasque Hiking Shoes at Red Wing Charlottesville!

Vasque Hiking Shoes are purpose-built hiking shoes made for outdoor enthusiasts. These quality shoes focus on durability, quality construction, and the lightest materials possible. The Vasque name is well known and respected in the minds of true outdoor enthusiasts. At Red Wing Charlottesville, we’re proud to offer this outstanding product to hikers throughout the region.

If you’re not familiar with Vasque shoes, we’ve profiled one of our newest and most popular hiking shoes (the Vasque Skywalk) below:

Vasque Hiking Shoes Model 7114, The Skywalk

In the mid 80’s, the Vasque Skywalk GTX set the standard for a heavy-duty hiking boot that retained a lightweight feel. The originals were constructed so well and were so popular, you can still find them on the feet of Continue reading →