[Closed] Men's quality Casual shoes?

http://www.shuperb.co.uk/mens-c5/shoes-c13/dr-keller-percy-mens-velcro-lightweight-extra-fit-shoes-dark-brown-p669/s4820?catargetid=120259320000060475&cadevice=c&gclid=CJi9i-ixrM4CFYcV0wodT3IMXg

^^^ aka computer programmer shoes.

^^ If only you were joking!

Etnies dory

crikey those are awful! that wasn't a serious suggestion?

No, it was the first thing I saw when I looked for 'old man shoes*'. Unfortunately, I'm now getting ads for generously sized underpants and slacks...

I go for Merrel things, I'm sure there's something to suit.

*I'm old.

For on-trend style* points

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* if your style icons are Made in Chelsea / LAMFRT

Otherwise, something like

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http://www.next.co.uk/g532506s5#407993

(not sure why pics are so small!!)

Have you tried [url= http://www.geox.com/en/new/men/#anchorBack ]Geox[/url]? I've had 2 pairs of leather/ mesh relaxed trainery type shoes and also have a pair of brogue style boots. They lightweight but seem to last well, although I've noticed no apparent benefit from the air sole...

I have a couple of paris of Redskins (bought in france but available on website below) 1 pair all black with suede-ish uppers and blacks soles and one blue pair with white soles. Fairly light weight design I would say. Smart enough to wear out, also goodnwith shorts. I can't say whether they will last you - mine are 3 years old.

Edit: mine are a bit like the "Yagou" sort cheapest first

[url= http://www.sarenza.co.uk/mens-redskins-shoes ]Link[/url]

For that kind of shoe I've probably had the best wear our of Sketchers and Catapillar

Has to be Merrell or Timberland if you find some in a sale.

More trainer-y but the Nike Freerun type shoes with the squishy marshmallow sole can be had in sober colours rather than the more common dayglo neons

I've got some in anthracite - for something so weightless and insubstantial they're actually incredibly hard wearing. I've had mine for about 4 years

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Of course the problem with recommending anything for longevity - by the time shoes have proved themselves to be long-lasting they're usually not for sale anymore 🙂

[*]Ecco are half decent, always had their golf shoes years ago and they were always good quality.

Merrells moabs, in Walnut or Earth Brown, currently cheap on Amazon.

Sizing is a bit weird, I have to go up .5, but free returns.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000LP11AW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Scarpa

Adidas Jeans Mk2

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Thanks all, ecco have a great range.
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Merrell freewheel are pretty decent.

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Scarpa

That narrows it down 😉

Art Skylines, chunky, skate-esque and water resistant. Had a pair for about 5 years can see them lasting a lot longer than that.

chunky

I guess you could say that...

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Yep, they're the ones. Love mine, so comfy.

Longest lasting shoes I've ever had are M&S, approx 6 years and still nice enough to wear to interviews.

Skylines look good. Can you tell me if they've taken a perfectly good pair of breathable leather shoes and lined it with foam and nylon?
Why most shoes manufacturers do it I don't know and it really ****s me off.

[url= http://www.rubbersole.co.uk/Camper-PEU-SLASTIC-x2410552.php ]Camper peu[/url]

El naturalista...

http://www.elnaturalista.com/en/man

or Ecco Biom
are damn comfy

Approach shoes? As a generic recommendation for something to search for rather than a specific suggestion.

I have to admit I'm after something similar but different. I want a properly smart looking shoe (not suit smart, just not obviously trainers - most of the suggestions on here are just a little too casual) but with a sole suitable for riding on flat pedals (specifically a unicycle, where I need my feet not to be slipping off the pedals). Those Merrels come close, if only they didn't have that ubiquitous white band around the sole.

Had some goretex ecco trainers from TK Maxx a while back for about £30, might be worth a look on their site?

Crocs and socks just give in.... ooohh and a nice cardy

Just looking at some nice Reef Rovers myself now 😀

*wistfully remembers the days when CFH was an authority on sartorial matters*

Meindl do loads of things like this.

Not laces, but I had a pair of Camper shows similar to [url= http://www.camper.com/en_GB/men/shoes/mauro/camper-mauro-18282-009 ]these loafers.[/url] Acceptable at work, and light & comfortable for casual wear, until my wife's stupid horse trod on the back of one and it ripped as I lifted my foot.

Thegreatape, compared to many of the above suggestions, I remain the paragon of style! (They were Specialized 2FO flat pedal shoes, BTW. Had been riding during a work trip to Montana)

Clarks Desert Wellies today. Dark brown.

I've never felt so damn stylish in my life. Largely because most of the above would never get near my feet!

Merrel Annex Mid. Not a fan of the weird jagged bit on the edge but they're bloody comfortable and fit with your requirements for a dark and more trainer like shoe...

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Edit : Reviews claim they're bad on wet grass and wet roots but I've yet to find anything that isn't - more grip than some comments would lead you to believe.

I've never felt so damn stylish in my life. Largely because most of the above would never get near my feet!

I never realised STW was such an orthopedic shoe convention 😀

Wow, I've just learned never to seek any fashion advice on this forum 😛

Thegreatape, compared to many of the above suggestions, I remain the paragon of style! (They were Specialized 2FO flat pedal shoes, BTW. Had been riding during a work trip to Montana)

I know. Since I also have some 2FOs [i]and[/i] some Wallabees, I will restore you to your rightful place 🙂

...but anyway, recently bought a pair of these:

http://www.mandmdirect.com/01/details/TM2059/Timberland-Mens-New-Market-Fulk-Mocc-Toe-Chukka-Boots-Black?utm_medium=affiliate&network=affiliatewindow&awc=1947_1470511822_cbcbd9d143b367545caa25ea76eede35&lid=AW1

Comfortable and versatile.

My God, you lot are odd.

aracer - Member
Approach shoes? As a generic recommendation for something to search for rather than a specific suggestion.

I have to admit I'm after something similar but different. I want a properly smart looking shoe (not suit smart, just not obviously trainers - most of the suggestions on here are just a little too casual) but with a sole suitable for riding on flat pedals (specifically a unicycle, where I need my feet not to be slipping off the pedals). Those Merrels come close, if only they didn't have that ubiquitous white band around the sole.

Possibly of interest to Sir?

[url= https://quocpham.com/ ]the gentlemen cyclists' choice...[/url]

Camper?

[quote=IvanDobski ]Possibly of interest to Sir?
the gentlemen cyclists' choice...

I should probably have specified a budget. It was obvious from how hipster that site is even before I looked at the prices that they were out of mine! Anything for £50 max?

I've had a good year out of a pair of 5:10 Camp Fours dead comfy and always ready. I like the looks of some of the Haglofs approach shoes as well as the Scarpa Mojito shoes but not tried them. Merrell Chameleons never last me much more than 6-8 months

Art shoes are lovely if you can walk the walk. They're quirky and indeed chunky but ultra comfy and built like little leather shithouses. I've had pairs of art shoes and boots that have lasted 15+ years of pubs, clubs, festivals, harvests and building sites. They're shoes for life

Skylines are leather lined.

I've got some of [url= http://www.blacks.co.uk/mens/168952-merrell-men-s-annex-shoe-blue.html ]these[/url]

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for exactly the purpose OP requires. I really rate them: comfortable, waterproof, easy to clean, don't look like orthopaedic shoes, and they're under OP's budget.

What I actually bought yesterday was these:

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Which I bought in a store, but are online here:
http://www.bever.nl/columbia-peakfreak-enduro-2-0-od-schoen-habcc60002

Is that a better suggestion, OP?

Also, OP needs to know that all different brands make shoes to different lasts - IE the Merrels' above are massively wide around the forefoot, and quite wide around the midfoot/arch - I have worn Merrel for some hiking and touring on old Shimano DX flats, but for hiking with a pack they would not offer enough midfoot support and maybe also are lacking in midsole stiffness. Columbia seem to be more like Salomon, with a figure-8 last [tighter around the middle than the ends] but with a more assymetric toe box and a much wider forefoot. That happens to suit me to a tee, but OP needs to know which brands actually are the right shape for his foots!

Foots, lol.

Some truly horrible suggestions here, truly horrible.

If you want shoes, buy a pair, brogues perhaps, with a rubber sole of you need to grip on to pedals.

If you want trainer, equally, buy a pair, I'm sure Nike or Adidas will have a design you like.

And finally, I you want walking or approach shoes, buy a pair, Merrell or such like will sort you out.

But FFS don't buy one pair that covers all the above as they will, as proved by this thread, be horrible.

each to their own.
Thanks all, you're all wonderful... apart from the people suggesting mid boots would look good with shorts... 😮 😉

Have a look at Ridgemont. They do more casually styled walking shoes and I'm impressed with my current pair.

Sportpursuit have a few of their models in at the moment as well for good prices.

apart from the people suggesting mid boots would look good with shorts...

Heh

My apologies, I missed the bit about shorts.

There goes my breakfast

Reading the OP is optional. It's a form of brainstorming 😛

🙂

camper shoes seem to have no, or little, heel
which i find
rather uncomfortable

Merrell Freewheel Chukka Hi Tops ([url= https://www.amazon.co.uk/Merrell-Mens-Freewheel-Lace-Trainers/dp/B01G34Q9YM/ref=pd_sbs_309_3?ie=UTF8&dpID=411P8dlTzaL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=RCY0MTTXCH7996WZSBKM ]lo version also available[/url])?

A sleek spin on a classic design, our pedal-savvy Freewheel Chukka knows you were born to ride. A rich, soft pig suede upper merges with its hip modern CycleTread™ sole that integrates a rigid midfoot and grippy surface for pedal power and flexible forefoot for when you have to walk

£90 RRP, but can be found online for cheaper. For example Amazon from £60 depending on size/colour.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Merrell-Freewheel-Mens-Chukka-Boots/dp/B01G3521YI

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I used to love Merrell as they were nice & wide but some sodding snake hipped hipster obviously designs their shoes now.

Flipper footed people of the world please shout out "Oi stop making shoes for effeminate men and cater for those of us with proper stability"

as my granny used to say
you've got a good understanding

I used to love Merrell as they were nice & wide but some sodding snake hipped hipster obviously designs their shoes now.

Flipper footed people of the world please shout out "Oi stop making shoes for effeminate men and cater for those of us with proper stability"

You want to get yourself a Keen Koven. Like boats.

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bongohoohaa - Member
You want to get yourself a Keen Koven. Like boats.

Find me some in wide fitting size 11.5 please

I was recommended the very same 3 months ago by my ultra long distance walking sister. but I couldn't find a single pair in wide 11-11.5 or 12.

Not saying they are not available but I lost the will to live searching

I have 2 pairs of Merrell Freewheels, the low ones, one in black and one in brown. They're ace, good for pedalling too

(I also have brogues, trainers and approach shoes)

What sort of lining do those free wheels have? Are they good in hot weather?

what are approach shoes?
special shoes for approaching things?
and for departing from things?
depart shoes?
or just wear your approach shoes
backwards?

Where's St Hubbins when you need him?

Find me some in wide fitting size 11.5 please

Have you tried the regular fit, as they seemed quite wide in themselves. To the point where I'd imagine the wide version would allow you to put your foot in sideways.

what are approach shoes?

Shoes traditionally aimed at approaches to climbs. Usually they have sticky rubber for grip on rock, and a water resistant/proof upper. In recent times the approach shoe has broken free from being climbers-specific and, for many, has taken the place of the lightweight fabric boot – offering instant comfort, better sensitivity and breathability, whilst giving a more street friendly look and still providing a good level of technical performance.

Hope that helps.

[quote=theauthorities ]what are approach shoes?

[url= http://bfy.tw/76nh ]Some info[/url]

Those Merrels look very close to what I'm after - wtf do they insist on having that lighter coloured band though = can't somebody make a pair of those with that bit made darker to match the rest of the shoe?

Darn it, that didn't work, they do have an all black version.
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Freewheels have normal lining, nothing particularly special but nothing out the ordinary too. I'm wearing my brown ones with jeans today in the office

I've worn them on holiday in hot countries and been fine. I live the fact they're all leather, makes them seem much smarter than trainers yet more comfy than formal shoes

The fact they're cycling friendly is a huge bonus, the middle of the sole isn't too flexy, yet they're still comfy for walking in

The clincher is that they have a picture of a chainring inside the shoe (but nothing cycling related on the outside)

I'd get another pair in a different colour if I could justify it. Sizing is pretty regular, good value on Amazon

Is it just a flat insole, Ben. Or any arch support etc in there?

Just taken them off to check 😀

I would have said no arch support as they feel fairly flat, but they I just compared them with to a set of brogues (I have a veritable shoe collection under my desk) and they have more arch support than those, i.e. it is slightly raised. Also a touch more than a pair of nike trainers currently residing there, plus the Shimano SPDs I cycled in with this morning

Fairly minor though, I don't get on with shoes that have arch support

theauthorities - Member
what are approach shoes?

Trainers for people who think trainers are a bit common.

I have a pair of Nike Freerun 5.0 trainers in black. Very light and comfortable. Thinking about getting another pair now.
Also have a pair of Karrimor Hot Rock walking shoes also very comfortable although I have read a few reviews that say that the soles wear quickly.

Nike Free Run 5s here too, and some Roshe Runs, but they're definitely at the more casual end of the spectrum

I've just got these. Nice and comfy but probably too casual. [img] [/img]

This thread's the funniest thing on here. 😆

It's good that so many on here have their mum's to dress them.

I've very nearly nailed tying my own shoelaces.

Have you tried slip-ons? 😆