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Rick Garrett Member From: Tyler, Texas |
posted 29 June 2001 05:01 AM
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When Im practicing at home I play bare foot. Went for a lesson the other day and had my regular work boots on and couldnt even find the pedals. Tried my dress boots and no problem but still not as comfortable as pedaling bare footed. My teacher said he prefers shoes like loafers. What do you pros prefer when working? Boots or shoes? Rick |
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P Gleespen Member From: Lakewood, OH USA (I miss Boston!) |
posted 29 June 2001 05:18 AM
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While I really like playing barefoot, I'm not inclined to share the funk that is my foot-odor with any unsuspecting bystanders, so I wear tennis shoes. When George Clinton says "We want the funk", rest assured he is not referring to my feet! |
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Jody Cameron Member From: Angleton, TX,, USA |
posted 29 June 2001 06:19 AM
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I've heard this discussed a lot over the years, and never really understood. I can and have played in loafers, cowboy boots, hush puppies, tennis shoes, etc. The only kind of shoe I've found that I can't play in are the lace-up type work boots, or the lace-up Doc Martens. To P. Gleespen: Odoe Eaters Co. recently came out with a shoe/foot powder that TOTALLY kills foot odor. It's called simply "Odor Eaters Powder"...try it, it works! |
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Larry Bell Member From: Englewood, Florida |
posted 29 June 2001 06:34 AM
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I'm with your teacher, Rick. I prefer boat shoes or 'Docksides'; second choice is good athletic/tennis shoes. LTB ------------------ |
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Bill Taft Member From: Sturgeon Mo. USA |
posted 29 June 2001 07:08 AM
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I used to play in cowboy boots all the time and practice in the same boot. Then in church I always wore dress shoes and played and started wearing old pair of dress shoes to practice, now wherever I play I play in dress shoes because I got so used to them I would have to play a lot in boots again to find the right feel on the pedals. ------------------ |
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Jack Stoner Sysop From: Inverness, Florida |
posted 29 June 2001 07:11 AM
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I try to wear clothes.  Actually, it doesn't matter to me - boots, sneakers, "dress" shoes - anything except "barefoot". |
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Mike Perlowin Member From: Los Angeles CA |
posted 29 June 2001 07:30 AM
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I use soft soled mocassins. They give me all the flexability of playing barefoot, with just enough cushioning to make it really comfortable. IMHO they are the perfect footwear for playing the steel. Frankly, I don't know why more players don't use them. |
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Bob Hayes Member From: Church Hill,Tenn,USA |
posted 29 June 2001 07:36 AM
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When I practice,or am trying to "Steele" some licks from the REAL GREATS that I've got on CD,TAPE, OR 78...I wear my mocacin slipers. But when I'm out playing "some time I even get paid" I wear my western boots..which are very very broken in. Some time on out side gigs..with a picknic or festival type situation, I may wear some comfortable tennis/jogging shoes..Bare Foot? The pedals tend to iritate the bottom of the foot..or the toes can get stuck in the rods, and thats uncomfortable. I thought that steelers were a SERIOUS GROUP!!! That's what I've been told.."You look so serious when your playing"!! "Don't you know how to Smile"!!!!!!!  |
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Dicky Overby unregistered |
posted 29 June 2001 08:33 AM
Mike, I aggree with you when you say mocassins Dicky Overbey |
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John Sims Member From: Cooper City, FL (Ft. Lauderdale) |
posted 29 June 2001 08:37 AM
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I am with LTB...I use Docksiders Boat Shoes. Real close to mocassins. I say we all should play naked. ------------------ John Steelin' is a way of life! |
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Herb Steiner Member From: Cedar Valley, Travis County TX |
posted 29 June 2001 09:24 AM
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I wear a cowboy boot on my left foot, and one of my wife's old 4" patent leather pumps on my right foot. Bush is embarrassed by it, but its the combo that works for me. Your mileage may vary, but I'd like some other forumites to try this setup and see if they don't think their sound will improve. Oh yeah, I forgot to add the ------------------ [This message was edited by Herb Steiner on 29 June 2001 at 11:25 AM.] |
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chas smith Member From: Encino, CA, USA |
posted 29 June 2001 09:51 AM
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Yo Herb, we could expand this to include underwear, thongs or something from the wife's collection |
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randy Member From: shelbyville, illinois, usa |
posted 29 June 2001 10:04 AM
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Herb. The pump seemed to work OK for me but my thumbs, (on my picking hand) hurt real bad after struggling to pull on the nylons. Do you think it might help to shave first. Mike P. I really like my fake moc's with the cheap thin soles. I dress western and they don't look too bad with the hat. |
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Bobby Lee Sysop From: Cloverdale, North California, USA |
posted 29 June 2001 10:44 AM
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I prefer loafers with a thin sole or my "blue suede" Hush Puppies. |
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Dave Robbins Member From: Nashville, Tnn. USA |
posted 29 June 2001 11:33 AM
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Herb, tried the "pumps" ( now my feet are killing me!)Would you recommend a purse and gloves to match? By the way ,do you wear nylons or panty hose?I just wondered because my garters kept getting tangled in the knee levers. Oh yeah, would you recommend 3" heels instead of 4"? Because, I got a runner in the right side from something on the bottom of the guitar. Thanks sweetie! (I sure hope "Fredericks" carries guitar strings. Then I could do all my shopping there.) Dave (JUST KIDDIN') [This message was edited by Dave Robbins on 29 June 2001 at 11:35 AM.] |
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Dave Van Allen Member From: Doylestown, PA , US , Earth |
posted 29 June 2001 11:43 AM
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quote: Then many of us could add another verticle lever...
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Joe Henry Member From: Ebersberg, Germany |
posted 29 June 2001 11:45 AM
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For practicing / rehearsals I always wear a pair of very worn out but very comfortable sports shoes. On stage, I usually wear a pair of black cowboy boots that fit real well. I may have to warm up for a few minutes to get used to them, afterwards it´s OK. I did a soundcheck in mocassins once and felt completely lost, freqently missed the C pedal... One problem I´ve got to face at the moment is that the pedals on my Dekley have been replaced by its former owner after one of them broke, and are made out of solid iron bars, about the narrowest I´ve ever seen. Playing barefoot or with soft-soled shoes really is no option on that guitar. |
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Tom Campbell Member From: Houston, Texas, USA |
posted 29 June 2001 01:38 PM
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I'm new to the Forum...had to explain to my wife I didn't know it was a front for cross-dressers!!! Appreciate the info concerning moccasins, loafers and sneakers. Regards |
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Jody Carver Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed~ Dodger Blue Forever |
posted 29 June 2001 03:19 PM
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Iam so sorry to have had to delete my original message four times,,however David Van Allen has borrowed the outfit that I wear at times,,,I tried to "cover" the "thing" by deleteing . What I wear is very "provocative and "erotic" and I was hoping that Dave would reply,,,Obviously he has enjoyed wearing what I loaned him and looks like I will never get it back from him. I do wear panties made of "Fender Tweed" but find them extremly uncomfortable especially in "hot weather" but most of all its the tremolo arm that irritates me most..Dave Give it back please... [This message was edited by Jody Carver on 29 June 2001 at 06:50 PM.] [This message was edited by Jody Carver on 29 June 2001 at 09:47 PM.] [This message was edited by Jody Carver on 30 June 2001 at 12:51 PM.] [This message was edited by Jody Carver on 01 July 2001 at 07:17 AM.] |
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Scott Moon Member From: New Braunfels, TX |
posted 30 June 2001 12:11 PM
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HERB!!!!!! The next time we do a "Bush" gig...remind me to set up on the other side of the stage!!! ROFLMUAO!!!!!!!!! Scott |
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chas smith Member From: Encino, CA, USA |
posted 30 June 2001 12:59 PM
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Scott, if you and Herb called ahead of the gig, you could coordinate your ensembles. It could add a new dimension to the show. |
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Tim Rowley Member From: Pinconning, MI, USA |
posted 30 June 2001 01:31 PM
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The absolute best pedal-pushin' shoes I have found are called Streetcars. They have a real comportable leather upper and a rubber sole with a non-agressive tread. Tim R. |
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chas smith Member From: Encino, CA, USA |
posted 30 June 2001 03:13 PM
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Herb and Scott, I think you guys are on to something here, do you remember the Cycle Sluts? they had cool outfits. This could take country western music in a new direction and give the Dixie Chicks a run for their money. [This message was edited by chas smith on 30 June 2001 at 03:15 PM.] |
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Terry Downs Member From: Garland, TX US |
posted 30 June 2001 03:38 PM
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I can play equally as bad with any shoe. |
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John Rickard Member From: Phoenix (It's A Dry Heave) AZ |
posted 30 June 2001 08:43 PM
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Astronaut Boots & Curly Toed Elf Boots are my favorites! Sometimes I'll wear Swim Fins when I need to play 5 or 6 pedals at a time! JR Actually VANS are the main footies! |
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Billy Johnson Member From: Nashville, Tn, USA |
posted 30 June 2001 10:11 PM
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Dave Robbins was on the opry with Jean Sheperd.(Sounded great too) I don't know if the camera got a shot of Daves legs or not, but I saw him walkin out of Victorias Secret the other day. I guess you had to be there to see what he was wearin. Not everyone could get away with such a thing. You go Dave!!! [This message was edited by Billy Johnson on 30 June 2001 at 10:13 PM.] |
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Herb Steiner Member From: Cedar Valley, Travis County TX |
posted 30 June 2001 11:44 PM
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Chas I just tried something at tonight's gig, and... you're not gonna believe this, but I'm completely serious... it works better than anything I've tried. Clown shoes! Vintage Emmons guitar, Evans amp, and clown shoes. That's the combo for me! ------------------ |
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Dave Robbins Member From: Nashville, Tnn. USA |
posted 01 July 2001 05:24 AM
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Oh Herb! You're such a fashion starter, and just when I was starting to get used to the "pumps!" Now I'll probably have to buy a "big red nose, too!" (Gee,I hope I can find something to wear in polka dots)  Dave |
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Dave Robbins Member From: Nashville, Tnn. USA |
posted 01 July 2001 05:59 AM
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Billy, I was a bit caught of guard passing you on the way into "Victoria's" just as I was on my way out. By the way, I couldn't help noticing your new "pink fuzzy slippers" you wore at the Opry while playing guitar with Porter. Nice touch. I thought they matched your eyes perfectly! I sure hope no one noticed the "stubble" on TV, I've been so busy trying to stay up with "Herb" I forgot to shave my legs! Dave [This message was edited by Dave Robbins on 01 July 2001 at 06:06 AM.] [This message was edited by Dave Robbins on 01 July 2001 at 06:08 AM.] |
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Bob Hayes Member From: Church Hill,Tenn,USA |
posted 01 July 2001 07:09 AM
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THAT'S IT!..I KNEW THAT I WAS RIGHT! Bob..You've got to change the name of the forum to the LUNATIC SOCIETY!!!..After years of carefull observation and research I knew I was on the right track. STEELERS ARE!! A DIFFERENT BREED! We've got an epidemic here!. My next gig may be on the band stand behind the wire caged room at the local looney bin. What guy(?) in his right mind would even attemt to try to play in PINK FLUFFY SLIPPERS? Purple is MOER Elegent..or chartrouce....Maybe this thread should be moved to the "SMILEY" section!!!!!!!!! Gouchvet with the CLASSIC MSA Classic [This message was edited by Bob Hayes on 01 July 2001 at 07:12 AM.] |
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Billy Johnson Member From: Nashville, Tn, USA |
posted 01 July 2001 07:35 AM
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Dave, I don't know if you could see it but on the soul I had the letters H I. |
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Dave Robbins Member From: Nashville, Tnn. USA |
posted 01 July 2001 08:20 AM
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Billy, I think the letters "HI" are very appropriate since you were pickin' with Porter. Kinda matches the lining of his coat and all. I didn't get to see Tommy's shoes since he was sitting behind that wall when he played. (I have it on good authority tho that they were "very sexy!") I beleive him and Hoot both shop at the same place. Just kiddin'TW! Dave |
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Robert Todd Member From: Atlanta, Georgia USA |
posted 01 July 2001 08:50 AM
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Try as I might I can't play in Cowboy Boots. I usually wear Dock Siders |
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chas smith Member From: Encino, CA, USA |
posted 01 July 2001 10:40 AM
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Herb, I show up at every gig with a clown face whether I like it or not. this thread proves there's a lot of bozos on this bus |
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Mike Cass Member From: Nashville,Tn. U.S.A. |
posted 02 July 2001 12:29 AM
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Dave, now I see why you married a tall girl .....Billy, I did a session with Dina today & she was wearing some of your clothing too !! Herb.....well... how does it feel to finally admit the truth ??? (& btw,no more sharing rooms with you). Chas... Im just curious if any of those rings ever get caught in any part of your guitar???? ouch!! I personally prefer some type of Gold lame trousers with a totally innappropriately colored hawaiian shirt,black socks & brown K-Mart loafers.....kind of a cross between Elvis, Don Ho & Goober, all of them big fans of the steel, btw. However, I do see that some of my most trusted compadres do have some serious issues to deal with... Perhaps there is in all this, a concept for a new episode of Jerry Springer....Steel Guitarists & their lingerie...???? .....boys, yer scarin' me ... [This message was edited by Mike Cass on 02 July 2001 at 12:33 AM.] |
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Dave Robbins Member From: Nashville, Tnn. USA |
posted 02 July 2001 02:07 AM
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Mike, I particularly like the gold lame and hawaiian shirt! Now if you could just put some "fringe" with it somewhere I think you might have the makin's of a new fad! Dave |
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Jack Stoner Sysop From: Inverness, Florida |
posted 02 July 2001 04:20 AM
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Do I know anybody here???  |
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Ernie Renn Member From: Brainerd, Minnesota USA |
posted 02 July 2001 06:54 AM
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Jack; You might know a few of them, but I guess not that well. ------------------ |
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Mike Cass Member From: Nashville,Tn. U.S.A. |
posted 02 July 2001 07:19 AM
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Dave, the loafers have that lttle bit of fringe on the tassels so, Im covered....thanx, & btw, if you shave them legs once, you'll have to continue on a regular basis...Christy wanted me to pass that along to you .. Ernie.....yeah,just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water ... |
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Dave Robbins Member From: Nashville, Tnn. USA |
posted 02 July 2001 07:29 AM
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Mike, thanks for the tip. Actually, I was considering "waxing" but I was worried about the "bees!" Dave |
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