The raising a ruckus part might... the advertising makes it spam. Except he isn't posting demands to visit his website, doesn't sell boots/shoes, and a link in a footer is what Sarbar does too, right?

But it seems an authentic question - I've heard the question before. Should I stick with "authentic" old fashioned boots or try something modern? With footwear it is totally arbitrary. What works for my feet may not work for yours. I can't wear heavy leather sweat boxes with "ankle support" - hurts my feet.