There is now an alternative to steel toed work boots. These work boots from Wolverine have a carbon fiber safety-toe and are ASTM-certified. They claim to be 50% lighter than steel and just as strong.
They are also non-conductive to electricity and don’t conduct heat or cold like steel does. And, because there’s no metal in the carbon weave, they’re ideal for environments with electronic security like airports or secure job sites. Perhaps it’s time to start thinking of Christmas gifts?