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mbene 05-14-2025 07:18 PM

What shoes do you wear
 
My go to has been New Balance for everyday but since retirement I've been in flip flops mostly. Now, as I'm "maturing", I'm looking for a shoe I can comfortably walk in.
The New Balance aren't doing it anymore and the flip flops just don't have the support plus I've tripped in them a few times and don't want to fall.
What's your go to for everyday wear?

JohnN 05-14-2025 07:21 PM

I wear OrthoFeet shoes. I'm a tall guy with big feet and they give great sturdy support.
They're covered by many health insurance plans, but I found it easier, personally, to pay
just a couple extra bucks and buy them. Happy Walking

macawlaw 05-14-2025 08:09 PM

I live in Birkenstocks. They range from their infamous sandals to tennis shoes and some dress shoes. Great arch support and my plantar fasciitis doesn’t act up.

retiredguy123 05-14-2025 08:22 PM

Teva sandals or Rockport Prowalkers

tophcfa 05-14-2025 08:35 PM

Crocs and Sketchers

Topspinmo 05-14-2025 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by mbene (Post 2431551)
My go to has been New Balance for everyday but since retirement I've been in flip flops mostly. Now, as I'm "maturing", I'm looking for a shoe I can comfortably walk in.
The New Balance aren't doing it anymore and the flip flops just don't have the support plus I've tripped in them a few times and don't want to fall.
What's your go to for everyday wear?

From me Adidas’s court tennis shoes, they are almost broken in right out of box, had wide footprint, with well cushioned heal. Soles has good tread pattern and last for ever. My second choice Babolats. I hardly ever wear flips flops or sandals.

Indy-Guy 05-14-2025 09:00 PM

Go to Fleet Feet at Colony shopping center in The Villages. Let them fit the right shoe for you. Their shoes are pricey but after wearing them I have found them to be worth it for comfort. I purchased Brooks and Hoka brands there again pricey but the comfort is worth it. Also every time I have gone there they were very busy and there must be a reason.

Larryandlinda 05-15-2025 04:16 AM

Because we use our feet every day, shoes are important.
We were regulars at GH Bass in TV before they closed then discovered Skechers.
Both Bass and Skechers started falling apart terribly and getting any kind of service , warranty, or a response to a call , email or chat gets a.i. at best.
No more cheap chinese shoes!
( wife and so many others still think their NB are USA made )
I’m back to SAS, Danner, and Birkenstocks and change off every day
Life’s too short to wear bad shoes.

ldturecek 05-15-2025 04:23 AM

Skechers for everything!

Mmgeaney 05-15-2025 04:26 AM

Shoes to wear
 
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Originally Posted by mbene (Post 2431551)
My go to has been New Balance for everyday but since retirement I've been in flip flops mostly. Now, as I'm "maturing", I'm looking for a shoe I can comfortably walk in.
The New Balance aren't doing it anymore and the flip flops just don't have the support plus I've tripped in them a few times and don't want to fall.
What's your go to for everyday wear?

I wear crocs with a thick pair of socks in the house as prevention against toe bumps or dropping things on the toes (which I have done). Outside it is Brooks Ghost sneakers with inserts. I shop at Fleet feet (expensive but well worth it). I also shop for sandals on Allegria shoes (online) for the rocker bottom soles really helps the plantar fasciitis.

Nevinator 05-15-2025 04:32 AM

Usually flip flops for casual everyday wear, but if I’m driving somewhere, heading to the squares to dance, or something like that I’ll wear Skechers slip ins. Great shoe and very comfortable.

goneil2024 05-15-2025 05:25 AM

Skechers
 
I wear SKECHERS almost all the time. Also, recommend the “slip-ins” models so I don’t have to spend my time bending over to put them on or lace them up.

westernrider75 05-15-2025 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by mbene (Post 2431551)
My go to has been New Balance for everyday but since retirement I've been in flip flops mostly. Now, as I'm "maturing", I'm looking for a shoe I can comfortably walk in.
The New Balance aren't doing it anymore and the flip flops just don't have the support plus I've tripped in them a few times and don't want to fall.
What's your go to for everyday wear?

Personal I like Skechers. They are lightweight, which helps my knees, and come in wider widths which works for me. The won’t last forever but also are reasonably priced and almost always on sale at the Skechers store so I can have multiple pairs without breaking the bank.

Rustyboy 05-15-2025 05:38 AM

Skechers and Crocs
 
Skechers for everything outside the house, crocs for around the yard and barefoot in the house.

kjagia 05-15-2025 05:43 AM

Oofos is my go-to
 
I started wearing Oofos for Plantar faciitis. I haven't needed injections since. Like walking on air. Many different styles and colors. Not cheap, but worth it. Oofos.com

USNA87 05-15-2025 05:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mbene (Post 2431551)
My go to has been New Balance for everyday but since retirement I've been in flip flops mostly. Now, as I'm "maturing", I'm looking for a shoe I can comfortably walk in.
The New Balance aren't doing it anymore and the flip flops just don't have the support plus I've tripped in them a few times and don't want to fall.
What's your go to for everyday wear?

I highly recommend Brooks athletic shoes for sports and walking. Very supportive. Orthofeet for more formal shoes; again, very supportive. I do love my Skechers, which are very comfortable. For pool time, I wear Dawgs, which are similar to Crocs.

JoanH 05-15-2025 05:51 AM

Go to Fleet Feet and try on Hoka’s they are the most comfortable. Your feet, knees and hips will thank you!

dsebesky 05-15-2025 05:55 AM

Hoka for everything. Oofoos from the shower to my socks.

dtennent 05-15-2025 06:04 AM

The slip-ins of Skechers is very convenient. Given the cost, I don’t expect them to last very long.
For durability, I go with SAS in Brownwood. More expensive but they are comfortable from day one and last a long time.

retiredguy123 05-15-2025 06:14 AM

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Originally Posted by westernrider75 (Post 2431580)
Personal I like Skechers. They are lightweight, which helps my knees, and come in wider widths which works for me. The won’t last forever but also are reasonably priced and almost always on sale at the Skechers store so I can have multiple pairs without breaking the bank.

Skechers may be good shoes, unless you wear a narrow width. Their website lists 830 styles of men's shoes, but only two of them have a narrow width. Both of these are slip-ins, which I do not like. That is why I wear Rockport walking shoes.

bowlingal 05-15-2025 06:17 AM

mbene...Sketchers has a great walking shoe. There is a store by Rolling Acres in a strip mall with Target. Get the " slip ons" , no tying of laces, or bending over. Or you can also order on-line

Rodneysblue 05-15-2025 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by mbene (Post 2431551)
My go to has been New Balance for everyday but since retirement I've been in flip flops mostly. Now, as I'm "maturing", I'm looking for a shoe I can comfortably walk in.
The New Balance aren't doing it anymore and the flip flops just don't have the support plus I've tripped in them a few times and don't want to fall.
What's your go to for everyday wear?

Skechers Sliippns

RoboVil 05-15-2025 06:27 AM

Asics Running shoes, which are maximally padded (and I do not run). Their website is good about which shoes have the most padding.

Rzepecki 05-15-2025 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by macawlaw (Post 2431557)
I live in Birkenstocks. They range from their infamous sandals to tennis shoes and some dress shoes. Great arch support and my plantar fasciitis doesn’t act up.

Ditto!

Ageiler 05-15-2025 06:33 AM

Try brands called Bare Traps, or Bzees. Another brand more expensive is Vionic.
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by mbene (Post 2431551)
My go to has been New Balance for everyday but since retirement I've been in flip flops mostly. Now, as I'm "maturing", I'm looking for a shoe I can comfortably walk in.
The New Balance aren't doing it anymore and the flip flops just don't have the support plus I've tripped in them a few times and don't want to fall.
What's your go to for everyday wear?

Try brands called Bzees or Bare Traps. Very stylish and comfortable for casual and nice. Extremely comfortable. Another brand good,
but more expensive is Vionic.

Lisajean 05-15-2025 06:34 AM

Oofos are the best. Especially in the house on tile. Go to the sale section and order a pair. That’s what I did to make sure I liked them before spending $100. Now I have three pair and my husband has two.

Miboater 05-15-2025 06:38 AM

I like Hey Dudes for around the house and when I'm not walking very far. Skechers for walking and when I can usually get them for around $30 at Costco I don't mind that they only last about 6 months.

I also use Lock Laces on every athletic shoe I have from my Skechers to my golf shoes to my softball cleats. They make every shoe I have a pull-on and haven't tied laces in years.

midiwiz 05-15-2025 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by mbene (Post 2431551)
My go to has been New Balance for everyday but since retirement I've been in flip flops mostly. Now, as I'm "maturing", I'm looking for a shoe I can comfortably walk in.
The New Balance aren't doing it anymore and the flip flops just don't have the support plus I've tripped in them a few times and don't want to fall.
What's your go to for everyday wear?

lots of different brands, you can actually continue in NB shoes if you like them the key to it is simple. in all my shoes, except the sketchers (which I'm phasing out due to lack of good support and inability to do this), you just buy inserts. We use Spenco, which are known for giving quality support to the nurses of the world. They have different models, we use the "total support" been using these for years, never a problem only felt better...even walking around all day

srswans 05-15-2025 06:58 AM

Ecco - wide toe box and very durable

Switter 05-15-2025 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mbene (Post 2431551)
My go to has been New Balance for everyday but since retirement I've been in flip flops mostly. Now, as I'm "maturing", I'm looking for a shoe I can comfortably walk in.
The New Balance aren't doing it anymore and the flip flops just don't have the support plus I've tripped in them a few times and don't want to fall.
What's your go to for everyday wear?

Birkenstock sandals are my everyday shoe. For walking, I wear Hoka's. I have a pair of oofoos recovery sandals and they're super nice but they tend to be sticky because of the closed cell foam. They sell them at the flip-flop shop in Spanish spring if you want to try them on.

retiredguy123 05-15-2025 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by srswans (Post 2431604)
Ecco - wide toe box and very durable

I like Ecco, but I have never been able to get the proper fit with Europeon sizes. They are not consistent. Also, the shoes are too wide.

jminnis 05-15-2025 07:04 AM

Skechers slip-ins!

sowilts 05-15-2025 07:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mbene (Post 2431551)
My go to has been New Balance for everyday but since retirement I've been in flip flops mostly. Now, as I'm "maturing", I'm looking for a shoe I can comfortably walk in.
The New Balance aren't doing it anymore and the flip flops just don't have the support plus I've tripped in them a few times and don't want to fall.
What's your go to for everyday wear?

Skechers, very easy to put on. Wider.

Bwanajim 05-15-2025 07:10 AM

Hoka without a doubt!! if you start looking at people on the walking trails, you'll see a lot of people wearing them. I went to buy sneakers and had new balance. I put one hoka on one foot and left the other sneaker on and walked around in the store. Night and day difference.!! Worth every penny

HospitalCoder 05-15-2025 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by mbene (Post 2431551)
My go to has been New Balance for everyday but since retirement I've been in flip flops mostly. Now, as I'm "maturing", I'm looking for a shoe I can comfortably walk in.
The New Balance aren't doing it anymore and the flip flops just don't have the support plus I've tripped in them a few times and don't want to fall.
What's your go to for everyday wear?

I went to Dr. Weber for plantar fasciitis. At the end of my appointment, he asked me to walk a few steps in my bare feet so he could see if my feet pronate. Attached is the list of recommended shoes he gave me. I already owned a pair of Hoka shoes but they are “neutral”. I love my Hoka Bondi 8 shoes and I still wear them but not for a lot of walking. I bought Saucony Hurricane, a “stability” model, and I can tell a big difference in my knees especially. I plan on buying a Hoka stability model as soon as the color I want comes back in stock.



paulajr 05-15-2025 07:44 AM

Yup
 
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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2431590)
Skechers may be good shoes, unless you wear a narrow width. Their website lists 830 styles of men's shoes, but only two of them have a narrow width. Both of these are slip-ins, which I do not like. That is why I wear Rockport walking shoes.

Yup..my feet float around in Sketchers…
Vionic Pismo sneakers are my go to…I have them in every color!

airstreamingypsy 05-15-2025 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by kjagia (Post 2431583)
I started wearing Oofos for Plantar faciitis. I haven't needed injections since. Like walking on air. Many different styles and colors. Not cheap, but worth it. Oofos.com

I wear Vionics flip flops all the time, because I have PF too. I can walk for hours in them.

NoMo50 05-15-2025 07:52 AM

Flip flops or Hey Dudes for every day knock around wear. My walking shoes are Hoka Clifton 9s from Fleet Feet. Golf shoes are Ecco. Simply can't wear one shoe for everything.

larrycrilley@gmail.com 05-15-2025 07:58 AM

My every day footwear is by SAS (San Antonio Shoes). I’ve been wearing different types of shoes by this brand for over 20 years. My podiatrist highly recommends this brand for comfort and foot health.
Their sandals and flip-flops are comfortable as all get out… I can wear either type all day without complaint. I own their sneakers and their walkers and find them to be the most comfortable, supportive and durable shoes I’ve ever owned.
They have an outlet at Brownwood. The salesperson will give you a proper and exact fit. And of course they are available online.
Men's Shop by Collection | SAS Shoes
Be warned, these shoes are not cheap yet they are worth every dime!
Made in the USA.
Happy hoofing! :)

Ptmcbriz 05-15-2025 08:03 AM

Oofos for flip flops. Great arch support and like walking in air. Not cheap but worth it.

For closed toe shoe I use Sketchers slip ons. Very cushy and comfortable with arch support.


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