Let's talk shoes

Francl27
Francl27 Posts: 26,371 Member
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I've always pretty much worn sneakers. This Winter I had to buy some warm boots, and with all my walking it destroyed the insole and the extra insoles I bought... in the Summer I wear New Balance sandals, which are awesome, but I'd like some casual shoes that are comfortable to walk in (and will last more than a couple months). I have some Clarks with a small heel but I don't think I'd want to walk 3 miles in them.

Suggestions?

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  • Sinisterly
    Sinisterly Posts: 10,913 Member
    NEW BALANCE <3.

    Oh, that's all I have to offer, sorry lol.
    Got excited.
  • mariepreston1995
    mariepreston1995 Posts: 221
    Earth shoes. You know, the ones the hippies used to wear.
  • Aparz1
    Aparz1 Posts: 949
    I'm useless here.... Always heels.... In NYC we walk so much you learn which ones are going to let you get away w a few mi before blisters and a cab become part of your day
  • Lesa_Sass
    Lesa_Sass Posts: 2,213 Member
    For exercise or causal wear?

    If for exercise, I recommend going to a reputable store that sells athletic shoes and get fitted for the right pair for your body style and gate.

    If for casual wear, I recommend clarks or merrells. They can be pricy but worth every penny as our shoes are the most important thing we put on our body.
  • stormyxpony
    stormyxpony Posts: 157 Member
    I wear Accics.
  • srr728
    srr728 Posts: 549 Member
    I wear new balance and birkenstocks if i'm going to be walking more than just shopping etc.

    My sister loves Keen, and Merrells they have shoe types and sandal-esque.

    I just don't buy cheap bc you get what you pay for and I like to take care of my feet.
  • salembambi
    salembambi Posts: 5,585 Member
    vegan doc martens

    problems solved
  • _Terrapin_
    _Terrapin_ Posts: 4,301 Member
    I'm useless here.... Always heels.... In NYC we walk so much you learn which ones are going to let you get away w a few mi before blisters and a cab become part of your day

    I can't pull off heels, but then I'm not in NYC; just need something I can kick the road apples off the country roads.
  • rowlandsw
    rowlandsw Posts: 1,166 Member
    15.00 Starter sneakers from walmart with 500.00 insoles. I do have another pair of some brand i got that were expensive but since i gained the weight they don't fit right again. Plus my insoles don't fit.
  • SunofaBeach14
    SunofaBeach14 Posts: 4,899 Member
    I'm in dress shoes, athletic shoes or barefoot, and for whatever reason all my shoes seem to last forever.
  • silverraiyne
    silverraiyne Posts: 683 Member
    Did someone say shoes?! I LOVE SHOES :happy:
  • Laura732
    Laura732 Posts: 244 Member
    Merrell, the company that makes the natural/minimalist running shoes, also makes a line of casual shoes.
  • Mia_RagazzaTosta
    Mia_RagazzaTosta Posts: 4,885 Member
    Sperry Top-Sider - Angelfish style. Walked all over DC in them last summer.
  • will2lose72
    will2lose72 Posts: 128 Member
    I love Fitflops in summer! I was never one to wear flip flops but these shoes are so comfy. They are pricey but worth it and are starting to have some nicer looking ones.
  • love2lift_85
    love2lift_85 Posts: 365 Member
    When I was working in the lab and on my feet for hours, I loved the Dansko shoes. They go with anything, have great arch support, and are fabulous for walking or standing!
  • MinMin97
    MinMin97 Posts: 2,674 Member
    Check these out. I love these!!
    http://www.j-41.com/features
  • silverraiyne
    silverraiyne Posts: 683 Member
    Ohhhhhhh, you mean sneakers? Darn, I like stilettos better :-) These are some of mine...

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  • rondaj05
    rondaj05 Posts: 497 Member
    Wait. Are you talking about 1 pair of shoes? My husband would LOVE you!

    Depends on what kind of shoes you're talking about? I spend most of my summer in Volatile sandals of some sort, I have 4 or maybe 5 pair in different colors.
  • rondaj05
    rondaj05 Posts: 497 Member
    When I was working in the lab and on my feet for hours, I loved the Dansko shoes. They go with anything, have great arch support, and are fabulous for walking or standing!

    And Dansko is favorite winter shoe! Pricey but oh so worth it!
  • FatOldManMN
    FatOldManMN Posts: 1,116 Member
    Earth shoes. You know, the ones the hippies used to wear.

    Hey.....I resemble that remark!
  • MiloBloom83
    MiloBloom83 Posts: 2,724 Member
    I bought my first new pair of everyday shoes this winter. They were the Keen brand. I love them. First time wearing the brand and I will be looking at their saddles for summer.
  • wmuschetto
    wmuschetto Posts: 6 Member
    Different activities engage different mechanics. Walking shoes focus on flexibility through the entire sole. Running/jogging shoes focus more on impact on the heel. If you are going to the gym and working out on the floor (Weights) or using anything other than the Stairmaster or Treadmill, you should be using neither. Instead go for a flat sole shoe for proper balance.

    I find Adidas and New Balance offer the best quality running/walking shoes, and converse offers the best flat sole.

    Find a good store that can help you identify your pronation type. Then you can find a shoe that will last longer.

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