Shoes...

[Chris Rhines]

I need a recommendation on a pair of work/dress shoes for daily wear. I need something durable first and foremost - I'm on my feet a lot and I walk several miles per day, and most work/dress shoes wear out pretty fast for me. Camper, in particular, is on my shit list - I wore through the soles and linings on a pair of Pelotas sneakers in just over a year of daily wear.

Other than that, I need something comfortable, and suitable for both business casual and occasional dress wear. My feet are very normal, average arch, no pronation. Price range is whatever it takes to get something that will last - I won't complain about $300-400. I'm currently looking at the Mephisto Agazio and Ilmar, and the Finn Comfort Metz 1100.

Any advice? Thanks!

[Hatchetman]

I was a chef for close to 20 years and spent 9 to 14 hours a day on my feet. My feet ALWAYS hurt, at least until someone turned me on to Red Wing shoes and boots. Very well designed and held up well; I still have my original boots and use 'em for yard work and such.

I understand some models are now being produced in China and have no experience with them. Every pair of the American made boot and shoes I've had have worked very well.

[orionz06]

About a year is all I get with any of the daily worn dressier shoes with the same waking.

[SeriousStudent]

I have had very good luck with Rockport's line of Dressport shoes.

http://www.rockport.com/mens-shoe-collections/dressports/mens-footwear-collections-dressports,default,sc.html

They are inexpensive enough that you could buy several pairs and rotate them. I've found that rotating my daily wear pairs seems to do a better job of helping my aching little piggies, and extending the life of the shoe at the same time.

I used to be in sales, and would be on my feet for 8-14 hours, probably walking a similar distance as you. The Dressports were very helpful.

[John Ralston]

Allen Edmonds...built to last and they can be rebuilt. I have not owned a pair, but I would definitely check them out. If you have a Nordstroms near you, they go half off during the mens sale each year.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=He7EpbyzfPE

[YVK]

Chris, Mephistos is what I wear almost exclusively. I still wear my first pair I got in 2001 or 2002. They do look worn, and have been refurbished. My second pair just got an outsole cracked but looks well from outside; I got them in 2004. I got several more. On some of them the lining wore out faster than I expected.
Mephisto offers refurbishment services such as resoling, repairs etc, that runs from 60 to 140 bucks. I feel as comfortable in mine as I feel in tennis shoes, I like their styling and workmanship enough to tolerate their prices. However, I don't put as much mileage as you do, so I can't say how they'll hold up to that kind of use.

[Ray Keith]

Allen Edmonds...built to last and they can be rebuilt. I have not owned a pair, but I would definitely check them out. If you have a Nordstroms near you, they go half off during the mens sale each year.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=He7EpbyzfPE

+1 the most comfortable dress shoes out there. The recraft is a steal too. Occasionally they destroy a pair in the recraft process and a new pair arrives for the cost of the recraft. $$$ but worth it.

[SouthNarc]

I have 6 pair of Allen Edmonds and the only better American shoe is Alden.

One thing on A&E shoes is that some lasts may not be comfortable on your foot. I'm a half size difference in two different A&E lasts, so you may have to upsize or downsize.

[JFK]

Seems silly but I would ask how dressy? Formal, Wall Street or business casual. If it is the first two, rockport or good old Florsheim. Although I am an Italian snob, they are quite good for on the feet work. My business casual and also good "traveling for a week and only have room for one extra pair" are surpassingly Merrall's. Also a great airport shoe. http://www.merrell.com/US/en-US/Product.mvc.aspx/21707M/47106/Mens/Encore-Gust?dimensions=0

[JFK]

On the flip side if you are going for pure style and can get over the OJ factor Bruno Magli makes some fine wing tips.

[GJM]

Been wearing these for years:

http://www.blundstone.com/au/classic-boots/classics-lifestyle-boots/style-059

The square toe model is sleek enough looking to work with coat and tie but comfortable enough you can hike home ten miles with them on.

[littlejerry]

I've been wearing Red Wing Iron Ranger boots for about a year now. Old school boot made in America. I clean them every couple of weeks and they still look good. I actually like the hard leather soul as opposed to something more like a tennis shoe.

They take a week or two to break in but are great afterward. I wear them with jeans or slacks to the office.

[vcdgrips]

Allen Edmund has been my go to shoe since I was a sales rep for RJR/Nabisco circa 1988. They are my "Court" shoe of choice and have been since I graduated from law school in 92. I still have the maroon pair of wingtips I bought in the summer of 92 though they have been resoled and re healed. i would still have the black ones if I had been more dilligent in rotating them. I now NEVER wear the same pair of dress shoes two days in a row unless I am on the road and am packing light.

The english made Doc Martens were quite durable, comfortable and resoleable. The judicious application of a Sharpie can take the light stiching right out of the equation.

A USSS agent recently sent here has great things to say about ECCO. He says there are very comfortable, quiet, have good traction and can take a decent shine.

IMHO, considering retail pricing, a 100.00 shoe will last 2x as long as a 50.00 shoe. a 200.00 shoe will last 2x as long as a 100 shoe. a 300.00-400.00 shoe can last a lifetime with a bit of TLC.

Even so, you only have one set of feet and one set of eyes, I would never scrimp on shoes or eye pro, even if it costs more.

David

[TR675]

I have a pair of Bruno Magli calf-skin rubber-soled lace-ups, and I will have more.

[tremiles]

I love my English-made Doc's. I had to re-sole a pair after a lingering back injury had me limping around like Quasimodo for 6months, but 4 years later, they still look nearly new after a polish. The Doc's manufactured in China don't seem to up as well. +1 on the sharpie for the threads. I suppose I've become a conformist as my oxblood boots don't get out of the closet much unless I'm headed to a Rancid show.

[JAD]

I have traditionally used Eccos, particularly the Helsinki plain toe (four pairs in about twelve years of very heavy international travel). Running and age made my feet a little oddly sized, though, and lately I find Clarks (Dexie plain toe) to be a better choice.

[David Armstrong]

I've had good luck with SAS shoes. Got turned on to them by a nurse long ago who said that every nurse in her unit wore them, 8-12 hours a day, 5 days a week. Tried, enjoyed them, stayed with them.

[dbateman]

Far out I'm doing well to get six months out of a pair of boots.

I have used red wings they make a good boot, however I'm currently wearing Oliver's they're ok too.

[Clyde from Carolina]

Allen Edmund has been my go to shoe since I was a sales rep for RJR/Nabisco circa 1988. They are my "Court" shoe of choice and have been since I graduated from law school in 92. I still have the maroon pair of wingtips I bought in the summer of 92 though they have been resoled and re healed. i would still have the black ones if I had been more dilligent in rotating them. I now NEVER wear the same pair of dress shoes two days in a row unless I am on the road and am packing light.

The english made Doc Martens were quite durable, comfortable and resoleable. The judicious application of a Sharpie can take the light stiching right out of the equation.

A USSS agent recently sent here has great things to say about ECCO. He says there are very comfortable, quiet, have good traction and can take a decent shine.

IMHO, considering retail pricing, a 100.00 shoe will last 2x as long as a 50.00 shoe. a 200.00 shoe will last 2x as long as a 100 shoe. a 300.00-400.00 shoe can last a lifetime with a bit of TLC.

Even so, you only have one set of feet and one set of eyes, I would never scrimp on shoes or eye pro, even if it costs more.

David

This. You get what you pay for in shoes. Allen Edmonds are excellent and are often highly recommend by discriminating consumers. There are fancier options, but A-E's are well-made, American-made shoes with solid customer support. (You can get many models re-soled and "Re-crafted" to like new for a reasonable fee, as David suggested.)

For knocking around and walking I like New Balance and Merrills. I use orthotic supports- this can be a big help if you need them.

[cutter]

I have 6 pair of Allen Edmonds and the only better American shoe is Alden.

One thing on A&E shoes is that some lasts may not be comfortable on your foot. I'm a half size difference in two different A&E lasts, so you may have to upsize or downsize.

+1 on the Allen Edmonds. I have three pair in rotation.

I bought Alden Men's Plain Toe Bluchers, about 6 months ago. Very comfortable and can be worn casual to business casual. One problem is that they have a steel shank and set off the metal detectors at the courthouse.

[SecondsCount]

http://www.martyshoes.com/Rockport-Northfield-K70011-Black-Mens-P21620.aspx
I am on my second pair of these.

The first pair lasted almost 3 years.

[Ray Keith]

The english made Doc Martens were quite durable, comfortable and resoleable. The judicious application of a Sharpie can take the light stiching right out of the equation.

David

I hate the white stitching look, thanks for that idea. Do you wear Doc Martens in court? I never saw a pair I would wear in court. If so which ones? Thanks.

[orionz06]

English made Docs were good for 3-4 years for me of daily wear.

Clark's wore out due to office wear in a few months before being replaced under warranty. The replacement pair did a little better but wore down pretty fast still.

[tremiles]

I hate the white stitching look, thanks for that idea. Do you wear Doc Martens in court? I never saw a pair I would wear in court. If so which ones? Thanks.

For courtroom duty, I'd definitely go with these. No one will notice the yellow stitching.

http://www.dmusastore.com/images/product/medium/11822605.png

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[orionz06]

For courtroom duty, I'd definitely go with these. No one will notice the yellow stitching.

http://www.dmusastore.com/images/product/medium/11822605.png

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Have a pair and have worn them with a suit, and studded belt. Pinstripes and Docs.

[Clyde from Carolina]

Been wearing these for years:

http://www.blundstone.com/au/classic-boots/classics-lifestyle-boots/style-059

The square toe model is sleek enough looking to work with coat and tie but comfortable enough you can hike home ten miles with them on.

Interesting. Will look further into these.

[Ray Keith]

For courtroom duty, I'd definitely go with these. No one will notice the yellow stitching.

http://www.dmusastore.com/images/product/medium/11822605.png

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Those look like I should be wearing a yellow suit with red hair peddling hamburgers...

[SouthNarc]

Have a pair and have worn them with a suit, and studded belt. Pinstripes and Docs.


As a defendent?:D

[TCinVA]

...and thanks to this thread I've spent the last 30 minutes on the Allen Edmonds website. PF.com: Taking you places you never imagined you'd go!

[SouthNarc]

+1 on the Allen Edmonds. I have three pair in rotation.

I bought Alden Men's Plain Toe Bluchers, about 6 months ago. Very comfortable and can be worn casual to business casual. One problem is that they have a steel shank and set off the metal detectors at the courthouse.

I think Alden does much better cordovan than A&E.

Now if you want to spend about $150 more and stick with calf you can get into Crockett and Jones Benchmade. Much sleeker lasts and Brit dress shoes are considerably more elegant than our offerings.

Carmina, which is a Spanish company, is getting alot of rave reviews too with what you get for your money.

[YVK]

Carmina, which is a Spanish company, is getting alot of rave reviews too with what you get for your money.

I walked into their Madrid store on Serrano about year and a half ago. Their stuff looks like art work, and prices made $400 Mephistos feel like a bargain. I didn't need any shoes at that time, and the cost made it impossible to be a grab-and-go type of purchase, but in retrospect I regret not getting a pair.

[David S.]

Regarding Allen Edmonds. Make sure you keep an eye on eBay and some of the discount shoe resellers. NIB seconds are often available in the $100-150 range, though not as often as they uses to be. The defects that make them seconds are usually small and unnoticeable.

[YVK]

Unexplained double tap.

[Erik]

I bought two pairs of Aldens several months ago and have been very happy with them to date. The initial outlay was steep, but I expect to have them for the rest of my life, as opposed to the $100 a pair shoes I was cycling through every 6-9 months or so.

[Cecil Burch]

I have 6 pair of Allen Edmonds and the only better American shoe is Alden.

One thing on A&E shoes is that some lasts may not be comfortable on your foot. I'm a half size difference in two different A&E lasts, so you may have to upsize or downsize.


A-E's are what made me a believer in paying more for a great shoe.

My MacNeil's look the best, but my MacAllister's fit and feel better on my feet.

[vcdgrips]

Ray,

I had an english pair of these wingtips in black that I have worn with cords/slacks and a blazer in court when it was at the magistrate level.

http://www.dmusastore.com/p-1793-11845-black-greasy.aspx

I typically wear a full suit to district court with AE lace ups. Absent a cranial/rectal inversion moment, I do not even wear a blazer and slacks to district court.

[Ray Keith]

Ray,

I had an english pair of these wingtips in black that I have worn with cords/slacks and a blazer in court when it was at the magistrate level.

http://www.dmusastore.com/p-1793-11845-black-greasy.aspx

I typically wear a full suit to district court with AE lace ups. Absent a cranial/rectal inversion moment, I do not even wear a blazer and slacks to district court.

Thanks, I will slacks and blazer it unless I'm in front of a jury or a potential tv camera. And the black sharpie covers up the threads on those too?

[JodyH]

As a defendent?:D
These are my defendant boots.
Hippy blood is mixed in with the dye to make the unique colour.

http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p82/JodyHuggins/photobucket-15019-1336676410554.jpg

[orionz06]

These are my defendant boots.
Hippy blood is mixed in with the dye to make the unique colour.

http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p82/JodyHuggins/photobucket-15019-1336676410554.jpg

Got the same pair.

With a less aggressive sole and the right person wearing them they do not look terrible with the right color dress clothing. Not sure I'd go to court in them but something where I can be me I am all over it.


Cole Haan was another pair I have, they are OK but the Allen Edmonds seem hard to argue with for just a little more.

[vcdgrips]

K,

The sharpie worked for me. I just touched up every so often.



This style below does not seem to use the yellow thread:

http://www.dmusastore.com/p-4748-steed.aspx

[orionz06]

Was in Nordstoms tonight with the wife and there was a man buying a few pairs of AE's and talking them up with a salesman who said it is their best selling brand and he talked up all the local mildly famous folk who wore them too.

[Poconnor]

15562I bought a pair of Allen Edmonds LGA Road Warriors. It was an impulse purchase but after I tried them on I was sold. They are very comfortable. It's hard to find wide sized dress shoes.

[RolandD]

Check out the Dr. Martens For Life Collection (http://www.drmartens.com/us/c/mens-for-life). I bought a pair three years ago and the soles look almost new. I had been wearing through a pair every year to year and a half. When they do wear out, they will repair or replace for $25.

[orionz06]

It's hard to find wide sized dress shoes.

Where are you looking? It's hard to not find them. Most of the shoes and boots I've looked at on the used market are wide as hell.



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[JHC]

Got the same pair.

With a less aggressive sole and the right person wearing them they do not look terrible with the right color dress clothing. Not sure I'd go to court in them but something where I can be me I am all over it.


Cole Haan was another pair I have, they are OK but the Allen Edmonds seem hard to argue with for just a little more.

Were those things that looked like jump boots, Allen Edmonds?

[orionz06]

Were those things that looked like jump boots, Allen Edmonds?

God no, and I'd like to alter my statement a bit. I have an "adult" pair of shoes similar and they work well with jeans and beyond.

Those are Gripfast 10 eyelet boots (https://www.gripfastboots.com/collections/all/products/gripfast-10-eyelet-steel-toe-boot-in-burgundy-rub). That style, a cap toe boot, can work well but I feel like an ass thinking that I ever said the Gripfasts could work with anything other than jeans and the like.


I have a pair of Alden 4060HC's in color #8 shell cordovan that are my "adult" version of those boots.
http://i.imgur.com/IybaFcql.jpg



They also make a jump boot like boot that's on the list but that's well after a pair of Viberg's and some snuff suede chukka's.
https://static.wixstatic.com/media/95859d_9790aed732a3420797301f82c780c4e0.jpg/v1/fill/w_620,h_930/95859d_9790aed732a3420797301f82c780c4e0.jpg

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Allen Edmonds is having a sale through 4-23. https://www.allenedmonds.com/home

[Guerrero]

Allen Edmonds is having a sale through 4-23. https://www.allenedmonds.com/home

*sigh* if only...

[SeriousStudent]

Allen Edmonds is having a sale through 4-23. https://www.allenedmonds.com/home

Thanks very much, I need some new dress shoes.

[willie]

Corcoran, a WW2 military boot manufacturer that still produces the brown paratrooper boot, makes a made in USA leather oxford that's postal approved.

[TGS]

Allen Edmonds is having a sale through 4-23. https://www.allenedmonds.com/home

Thanks for that.

I've been waiting for their big sale to get two new pairs of dress shoes.

I've been walking on a pair of Eccos and Bostonians, both of which have been pretty comfortable (12+ hours at a time) but they certainly don't hold up as well as better shoes. From everything I've read, Allen Edmonds are the threshold into quality built real shoes, so I'm excited to finally give them a go.

[SouthNarc]

A&E Broadstreets in Bone and Walnut for an 11 course tasting dinner last night at the White Pillars in Biloxi.

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[Sherman A. House DDS]

A&E Broadstreets in Bone and Walnut for an 11 course tasting dinner last night at the White Pillars in Biloxi.

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BRAVO!


civiliandefender.com

[TGS]

With regards to the AEs specifically, how tight are your guys'? I read that they run long and narrow, so I dropped down a half size and went 1 size wide. There's plenty of room for my toes, but they're a bit tight around the ball/joints where your foot bends.

I think it's enough that it will be okay once they break in and loosen up a little, but figured I'd ask your guys experience with the AEs.

I got two pairs of the 5th Ave cap toe oxfords. One in black, one in dark chili. The build quality is awesome compared to regular quality dress shoes, you can really tell!

[Up1911Fan]

With regards to the AEs specifically, how tight are your guys'? I read that they run long and narrow, so I dropped down a half size and went 1 size wide. There's plenty of room for my toes, but they're a bit tight around the ball/joints where your foot bends.

I think it's enough that it will be okay once they break in and loosen up a little, but figured I'd ask your guys experience with the AEs.

I got two pairs of the 5th Ave cap toe oxfords. One in black, one in dark chili. The build quality is awesome compared to regular quality dress shoes, you can really tell!

Those are on the 65 last. Most go down a half length and up a width, this works for me. I'd try some more sizes to get a good fit. You may need to go up anotjer width or just up a half length.

[TGS]

Those are on the 65 last. Most go down a half length and up a width, this works for me. I'd try some more sizes to get a good fit. You may need to go up anotjer width or just up a half length.

Do they tend to loosen up a lot with break in, or should I just exchange them now? They have dainite soles, if that changes anything.

[Up1911Fan]

Do they tend to loosen up a lot with break in, or should I just exchange them now? They have dainite soles, if that changes anything.
They will loosen a bit to conform to your feet, but I wouldn't count on them stretching to make them fit comfortably. I like Dianite soles but they can take a bit to break in.

[Shellback]

Alden X Leffot Naval Boots in Color 8. Poor photo but very comfortable and they get lots of compliments.

https://i.imgur.com/ZfFfmSW.jpg?2

[DocGKR]

For shoes, healthcare and LE personnel will definitely want some sort of rubber layer for traction, I use the relatively inexpensive Ecco's every day at work, since I can stand in them for 12-18 hours, they handle the muck, detritus, and blood from surgical procedures pretty well, allow rapid movement like running shoes, and don't need much break in. Mephisto is similar.

For nicer shoes, you can run the gamut from the more traditional Allen Edmunds, Alden, Crocket and Jones, to more exotic shoes like DiBianco, Gravati, Heschung, Paraboot, Santoni, on up to the exclusive pinnacles of footwear like Bontoni, Corthay, Edward Green, Gaziano & Girling, John Lobb, etc...

Much like Canali for suits, the best balance of craftsmanship, style, and cost I've discovered on the US Westcoast for nice footwear is Gravati (I get typically MTO ones with the thin rubber soles); of the exotic high end shoes, Bontoni’s and Gaziano & Girling's with rubber soles work best for my foot. Again, if you are in New York, London, Paris, Milan, Rome, or Naples, you may discover numerous additional options.

[helothar]

Do they tend to loosen up a lot with break in, or should I just exchange them now? They have dainite soles, if that changes anything.Sometimes a certain last might not work with your foot, I have a couple pairs of Allen Edmonds in the 65 last that I got in my Brannock size and they are a little too long, but not so bad that I wanted to return them. It may be good to go to an Allen Edmonds store and have them measure you.

Also if people were unaware, Allen Edmonds has a site that sells factory seconds called shoe bank, I purchased both of my pairs from there for around $200 during a sale, both only had minor imperfections (small scratches in the leather that aren't really noticible unless you are paying very close attention). The types of imperfections that make them factory seconds varies though so you have to pay close attention in case you need to do a return.

Allen Edmonds was recently purchased and has raised prices on shoes, and I have heard some people concerned that the quality may take a dive with the new ownership. They seem to operate on the "Always running a sale" model, so unless you need a pair right now it may pay to wait until they run a sale.

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[TGS]

My wife and I like to do our own Christmas together, separate from our respective families. Due to our travel plans this year, that meant we did it last night.

She got me a pair of AE Higgins Mill boots in brown. They look great, and man are they friggin' comfortable as hell.

I'm lovin' my Allen Edmonds footwear at this point. Totally worth the money.

Ended up being a funny Christmas of sorts, because we both got each other boots.

[Totem Polar]

She got me a pair of AE Higgins Mill boots in brown. They look great, and man are they friggin' comfortable as hell.

I'm lovin' my Allen Edmonds footwear at this point. Totally worth the money.

That Higgins Mill is a goid-looking boot. Sounds like a good Christmas this year, so far.

I’m another A&E fan.

[JSGlock34]

I've been wearing out my AE Normandy Boots, so dropped them off at the local AE to go back to the factory for recrafting. Unfortunately, they were running a 20% sale off the holiday prices (in-store only), so I left with a pair of Dalton Boots with Dainite soles...and another set of Normandy boots in the new brown color with the Commando tread.

I mean, why wouldn't I buy another pair of Normandy boots? What will I wear while the first pair are being recrafted?

I really like the Dainite option on the AE shoes. They look sharp, they're comfortable, and the comfort and traction is excellent. Plus, I find they last longer than the leather soles. What's not to like?

And the new Normandy boots are fantastic - the brown color is great, the new tread is fantastic, and they used the same soft kudu leather. They are easily my favorite boots.

[TGS]

I really like the Dainite option on the AE shoes. They look sharp, they're comfortable, and the comfort and traction is excellent. Plus, I find they last longer than the leather soles. What's not to like?

Yep. All three pairs of AEs I have are sporting dainite soles.

The Higgins boots in particular.....I think they have more cork in the sole than the 5th Aves.

[DocGKR]

These guys have some good shoes: https://www.cobbler-union.com

[Mark D]

Double post.

[Mark D]

These guys have some good shoes: https://www.cobbler-union.com

Woah - those are nice.


I'll also add my appreciation of the Allen Edmonds with Danite soles. It's not helping my credit card balance that they keep running holiday sales. Also, if you like their shoes but aren't on their email list, you might want to fix that. The discounts are pretty legit. :D

[blues]

I shouldn't have peered into this thread. (I'll start getting ideas. Sigh.)

Beautifully crafted shoes, gents.

[RoyGBiv]

I shouldn't have peered into this thread. (I'll start getting ideas. Sigh.)

Beautifully crafted shoes, gents.
Sitting here on the couch this morning I've discovered that I am AE has a retail location 15 minutes from me. :o

[Surf]

I just picked up 3 new AE shoes, one is a double monk which I don't have. I would like to own a Gaziano & Girling and great price for a near bespoke shoe. I am looking at a Prague/Budapest trip later in the year so I am looking forward to a true bespoke. I thought I had way too many tac shoes/boots, but this is getting just as bad. I can never complain about the wife ever again.


These guys have some good shoes: https://www.cobbler-union.comVery much like their offerings.

[RoyGBiv]

Santa brought me these....

https://www.allenedmonds.com/shoes/mens-shoes/all-boots/higgins-mill-boot-with-chromexcel-leather/SF7562.html

:cool:

[blues]

Out of curiosity, what are the insoles like in those AE boots and shoes? Do they provide much arch support or does one have to use a custom orthotic or something like Superfeet for support?

[Erik]

I have two pairs of AE boots and they don't provide any noticeable arch support, which is part of why they work for me. I have wide, flat feet and any kind of arch support is wildly uncomfortable to me.

[blues]

I have two pairs of AE boots and they don't provide any noticeable arch support, which is part of why they work for me. I have wide, flat feet and any kind of arch support is wildly uncomfortable to me.

I'm sort of the opposite. Medium width feet, fairly flat but I need the arch support to prevent over-pronation. And for some reason the arch support doesn't feel uncomfortable. Go figure.

[rob_s]

Allen Edmonds is having a sale through 4-23. https://www.allenedmonds.com/home

Huh.

Was prepared to ignore this thread, but because:Florida and because:sale I might actually get some of these
https://www.allenedmonds.com/shoes/mens-shoes/boat-shoes-driving-mocs/siesta-key/SF30586.html?dwvar_SF30586_color=30586

[luckyman]

Santa brought me these....

https://www.allenedmonds.com/shoes/mens-shoes/all-boots/higgins-mill-boot-with-chromexcel-leather/SF7562.html

:cool:

I have those exact boots on now and love them.

[luckyman]

Out of curiosity, what are the insoles like in those AE boots and shoes? Do they provide much arch support or does one have to use a custom orthotic or something like Superfeet for support?

Many of the AE models have a cork midsole that molds to your feet over time, so it’s bit different. But not superfeet-type support.

[Gun Mutt]

I'm about 2mos of daily work wear of my first pair of Wilcox boots (https://wilcoxboots.com/). Neat shop, extremely well done product, 2 styles of boots, period. I really like my daily beater Shilohs and plan to add a pair of the Fairfax (pic) for dressier occasions and plan to be much nicer to them.

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[GJM]

I know this is an old thread, but I didn’t want to start a new one just for this. Gear patrol has a story on a new Nike EDC shoe that looks interesting.

https://www.gearpatrol.com/style/nike-c1ty-sneaker/

[Clusterfrack]

I know this is an old thread, but I didn’t want to start a new one just for this. Gear patrol has a story on a new Nike EDC shoe that looks interesting.

https://www.gearpatrol.com/style/nike-c1ty-sneaker/

Nice to see Nike making something that looks good and doesn’t cost too much.

[Rex G]

The Nike write-up on the C1ty shoe surely sounds impressive, but the images show what appears to be a narrow toe box area, so, I will definitely not order sight unseen.

I have recently bought Altra shoes, a high-top trail-running version, and a street shoe version, both with zero drop from heel to toe, but with arch support, and quite moderate cushioning, by today’s super-cushioning standards. As a review warned, the durability may not be high, at least with the street shoe, but comfort is quite decent. (For the past few years, I have needed a wider toe box, than before, while my arches remain high. “Zero drop” definitely makes my feet tire quicker, but is FAR easier on my knees and lower back. My knees, especially, which gave me trouble for years, have “aged in reverse,” since I went to wearing mostly zero-drop shoes.)

[vcdgrips]

Slight Thread Drift:

I was a Nike guy beginning in the late 70’s/early 80s as a teenager. My retailer was an independent urban men’s wear store (Peners) with 4 or 5 spots in the metro area. They reportedly were a top 10 independant non sporting good store retailer of Nike based on volume/$$.

Nike gets bigger. I get older and brand/activity specific i.e. running/Brooks. Adidas and Puma were easy fashion pivots in terms of color way variety and price. Hiking/Scouting bring in Merrell and Salomon.

Putting aside their “advocacy”, Nike continues to ballon and then ——2020- they start cutting off the old school retailers that were buying from Phil when he was selling from the back of a VW van. See Below:

https://www.nydailynews.com/2020/10/12/multi-billion-dollar-nike-kicks-popular-bronx-sporting-goods-store-to-the-curb-after-a-half-century/



Now, post covid, they are in a slump, having essentially given away market share to Hoka, NB, Adidas, Puma On etc. they are restructuring and bringing back Nike folks to right the ship so to speak


https://www.npr.org/2024/10/01/nx-s1-5123600/at-its-lowest-point-in-years-nike-strives-to-recover-from-slumping-sales

Hopefully, these new models are the start of something good…because the sub 100.00USD street price (often under 50USD on sale ) for fashion sneakers is owned by Adidas/Puma and New Balance.

[Erik]

Since this thread is being bumped...Allen Edmonds is running a pretty decent sale right now. I also discovered they offer a 15% military/veterans discount. (Wish I'd figured that out earlier.) I got a pair of the Higgins Mill weatherproof boots (https://www.allenedmonds.com/product/mens-higgins-mill-weatherproof-boot-3022899/black-german-leather-ec4020731) for $342 out the door and I have to say, I'm loving them so far.

[Sasage]

I know this is an old thread, but I didn’t want to start a new one just for this. Gear patrol has a story on a new Nike EDC shoe that looks interesting.

https://www.gearpatrol.com/style/nike-c1ty-sneaker/

Ordered a pair, I’ll keep y’all posted. Historically a vans from kohls guy

[camsdaddy]

Ordered a pair, I’ll keep y’all posted. Historically a vans from kohls guy
Looks like an interesting model. Looks like it took.some influence from new balance which seems to be a classic winner

[rob_s]

I know this is an old thread, but I didn’t want to start a new one just for this. Gear patrol has a story on a new Nike EDC shoe that looks interesting.

https://www.gearpatrol.com/style/nike-c1ty-sneaker/

I want to like it. In concept I love it.

But, like anything On Cloud, it feels a little too stereotypical for middleclasswhitedad due to overload of said foods wearing various air force in office settings ruining just about anything with a swoosh.