When you’re working hard — whether you’re on a roof, framing a house, or literally putting in the nails — you deserve gear that shows up for you. And good news: you don’t have to go far to find it. Just around the corner, at 4616 Independence Ave., you’ll find Carbal — your neighborhood go-to store for work boots, tools and supplies that keep you moving.

Owner and founder Manuel Botas (affectionately known by many as “The Crazy Bull”) launched his journey in 2020 by selling boots. In 2023 he opened this first brick-and-mortar location at 4616 Independence Ave. He is proud to serve this community — bilingual, hard-working, and rooted in Latino entrepreneurial spirit.

This isn’t a big-box warehouse you have to travel out of town for — it’s just around the corner from many jobsites in the Northeast Kansas City area.

Manuel and his team speak both English and Spanish, making it easy for everyone to ask questions, find exactly what they need, and leave with confidence.

From heavy-duty tin snips (Midwest Brand) and chalk-lines (Tajima) to work helmets, gloves, boots and fashion boots — Carbal covers both function and style.

Carbal carries premium names like Occidental Leather, Silver Bull and Durango, and proudly offers shipping nationwide.

If you’ve got a question — “Do you have these boots in size 11?” or “What’s the best tin snip for sheet metal?” — Manuel says: “Give me a call and I’ll help you right away!”
The vibe here is personal, hands-on, familiar. And it’s all right here, just around the corner.

Whether you’re a roofer, framer, tradesman or simply looking to gear up smart — stop by Carbal at 4616 Independence Ave. or call (816) 446-5051. You’ll find the gear and the service you deserve.
And if you’re over in Kansas City, Kansas sometime, check out their second location too — just in case you’re working over there and need something fast.

While the Independence Avenue store is the heart of Carbal, the brand has also expanded to a second location in Kansas City, Kansas: 719 Central Ave., Kansas City, KS.