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The anatomy of a roper boot, and how cowboy boots should fit

Bryan

13 Aug 2025 — 1 min read

Chief Editor & Founder of Splished

Appreciating craftsmanship and using clothing for the purposes you need them; functional fashion — that's what Splished is at its core. Good material, thoughtful pattern design, and how your gear makes you feel is what's most important.

It's easy to find high-quality Made in USA or Mexico roper boots

Slip on/pull on boots are probably the trickiest for most people to size for their feet.

Having no laces to cinch the boots tighter, they feel different when you walk in them — and a lot of people think they've sized wrong when they have heel slip.

Watch my video on how to size your roper boots

If you're not trying to shell out a lot of money on a roper boot, I always recommend eBay for a reason. A pair of made in USA or Mexico Justin boots will typically run you about $40-$60; which isn't too bad for a well-built, goodyear-welted boot.

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