General
redbands
What does redbands mean?
A hugely popular brand of lightweight farm gumboots, so common the name is used generically.
"Every farmer round here wears redbands."
Origin
From the Skellerup 'Red Band' gumboot, a New Zealand rural icon.
Frequently asked questions
What are redbands?
Redbands are lightweight rubber farm gumboots with a red band around the top, made by Skellerup. They're so common in rural New Zealand the name is used generically for gumboots.
Why are redbands a Kiwi icon?
The Skellerup Red Band gumboot has been a staple of New Zealand farm and outdoor life for decades, making it a recognised rural symbol.
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