Cowboy Boot Blog

Celebrating Five Years of Chisos: A Community Built on Boots and Passion
A reflection of our shared love for tradition, quality, and connection.
Terlingua Chili Cook Off
Ain't nothing like the the Tolbert Chili Cookoff in Far West Texas.
Chat GPT Roasts the Chisos Instagram
"We get it, you're Texan." Even Chat GPT gets us.
Top Things to do in Austin
What to see and do to make the most of your time in the Texas capital.
Branding Cattle the Texas Way
Take a glimpse into the tradition and communal effort that go into cattle branding.
Terlingua Chili Cook Off
Inside cowboy camp at the infamous Terlingua chili cook off.
Lessons I wish someone had told me
Lessons shared with a college class about crafting a life of meaning.
Team Building with a Texan Twist: Our Experience at Chisos Boots
A memorable journey into the heart of Texas culture.
What is Roughout Leather?
Learn about the distinct features that make roughout leather perfect for cowboy boots.
Back pain solved with cowboy boots?
The big question: can your back pain actually be solved with cowboy boots?
What's Different? Controversial Decisions
Learn the reasoning and sometimes controversial decisions that go into making a pair of Chisos.
The Man, The Myth, The Malone: Unpacking Brian Baumgartner's Journey and Passions

Exactly who’s Brian Baumgartner when the director yells “cut,” y’all ask? He’s a renaissance man for the 21st century.

109 Mini Cows for Texans Who Love Ranching

We thought it would be fun to create a gallery of the most gorgeous mini cows that the world has to offer.

The Break-In Process and How Boots Age
How the fit and look of your boots will change over time.
Chisos 4th Anniversary Party
More than a milestone, this year's party was a testament to the spirit and camaraderie that binds the Chisos community.
Boot Care Basics
The basics of how to care for, store, maintain and travel with your cowboy boot investment.
Block Party 2023
Behold: the Chisos community in action!
ChatGPT Tried Chisos Boots
The AI writes the hard truth, criticisms, and even a lovely poem.
Largest Piñata Cowboy Boot in the World
The largest cowboy boot piñata ever produced is currently on display at Chisos Boot Company in Austin, Texas.
Guide to Cowboy Boot Modifications
From color modifications to sizing and zippers, discover how you can truly make your boots your own.
Tour of the Texas Archives and Records
Join us for a glimpse into the Texas General Land Office Archives and Records.