Where do you buy sneakers?

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  • kristen5286
    kristen5286 Posts: 329 Member
    rheddmobile wrote: »
    MikePfirrman wrote: »
    kristen5286 wrote: »
    DancingMoosie wrote: »
    I have bought some from academy online, Amazon, 6pm.com, and holabird

    I've considered buying online. I just really need to try the shoes on, though. I'm so picky. I need tons of support while also feeling like I'm walking on clouds!

    Sketchers has a new Hoka knockoff that's amazing. Like $70 if you can find them. Exactly what you're describing. I bought my wife a pair of real deal Hokas ($220, yikes!). Bought myself the knockoff Sketchers ones and they look the same. $70. Feel fantastic. I'm pretty picky about my shoes as well.

    I saw you've bought Brooks. Both my wife and I have owned several pairs of Brooks. They don't compare to either the Hokas or the Skechers max cushion. Not even close. Sorry, they are $90, not $70 (I must have gotten a great deal). We bought my daughter these for X-mas. She will love them.

    https://www.skechers.com/women/shoes/skechers-max-cushioning-elite/17693_PRPK.html

    Hokas make me feel like I’m running with mattresses strapped to my feet! Which is why I think it’s important to have a good return policy or a store which will let you try on, because each runner is different. I tested the famous Nike next% and for me it felt like running on ice skates!

    I have never found a Nike that felt great. :( Some of the styles are really attractive looking but they just don't do it for me *shrugs*
  • bebeisfit
    bebeisfit Posts: 951 Member
    kristen5286 wrote: »
    I used to go to Academy, but I moved to Chicago and they don't have one here. I typically prefer New Balance. I will be using them for walking (casual and brisk pace) and occasional jogging. Where is the best place to buy exercise sneakers??

    There's a New Balance store in Chicago. Possibly one in oak brook and one at clark & Fullerton..going by memory. Look them up.

    If you're a runner I highly suggest any of the local running stores. They are scattered throughout the city and burbs.
  • daveredvette
    daveredvette Posts: 88 Member
    I live in suburbs of Chicago and go to Dick Ponds running store. Make sure you get a shoe that is fitted for your foot and ankle. If you went to Fleet Feet they would have fitted you also.
  • Jennliftsandspins
    Jennliftsandspins Posts: 151 Member
    Depends what they’re for.
    Running or walking for exercise, The Running Room. They examine gait and wear-patterns to help choose the right shoe.
    For errand running or light exercise then anywhere like Famous Footwear, local places, Under Armour, etc.
  • slade51
    slade51 Posts: 188 Member
    Local Fleet Feet for running, usually Brook or Asics. They take the time to match you with the right pair. I like to have two to switch off, and sometimes will buy a duplicate online.
  • Psychgrrl
    Psychgrrl Posts: 3,177 Member
    kristen5286 wrote: »
    DancingMoosie wrote: »
    I have bought some from academy online, Amazon, 6pm.com, and holabird

    I've considered buying online. I just really need to try the shoes on, though. I'm so picky. I need tons of support while also feeling like I'm walking on clouds!

    I try them on in store. Buy a pair and make sure they work and then order online, usually for less $$$.
  • siberiantarragon
    siberiantarragon Posts: 265 Member
    Usually New Balance because they work well with my foot shape. Their quality isn't as good as it used to be, though. I also have a pair of Adidas sneakers that I really like and held up better than I thought it would. I have considered trying Keen sneakers because I have a pair of their sandals and they are very comfortable, supportive, and durable. I only wear velcro or slip-on shoes, or the kind with those adjustable loops instead of laces, because I hate laces (both the way they look and the inconvenience of them).
  • Theoldguy1
    Theoldguy1 Posts: 2,496 Member
    edited December 2020
    MikePfirrman wrote: »
    kristen5286 wrote: »
    DancingMoosie wrote: »
    I have bought some from academy online, Amazon, 6pm.com, and holabird

    I've considered buying online. I just really need to try the shoes on, though. I'm so picky. I need tons of support while also feeling like I'm walking on clouds!

    Sketchers has a new Hoka knockoff that's amazing. Like $70 if you can find them. Exactly what you're describing. I bought my wife a pair of real deal Hokas ($220, yikes!). Bought myself the knockoff Sketchers ones and they look the same. $70. Feel fantastic. I'm pretty picky about my shoes as well.

    I saw you've bought Brooks. Both my wife and I have owned several pairs of Brooks. They don't compare to either the Hokas or the Skechers max cushion. Not even close. Sorry, they are $90, not $70 (I must have gotten a great deal). We bought my daughter these for X-mas. She will love them.

    https://www.skechers.com/women/shoes/skechers-max-cushioning-elite/17693_PRPK.html

    I'd think Hokas or the knock off Sketchers with the super thick and soft soles would mess up the wearer's proprioception.
  • age_is_just_a_number
    age_is_just_a_number Posts: 631 Member
    Costco.
    But I do most of my workouts bare feet.

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