If you work on your feet all day

[Shaun @ Tru6]

you might want to consider a pair of Hokas. Found the company searching online for work on your feet all day shoes, saw they are sold by the Mass General Hospital Foot & Ankle store and generally get rave reviews. Newish company in the world of shoes.

I got the Cliftons, they are ultralight, ultrasoft like you are walking on marshmallow fluff. Extremely comfortable. Might get a pair to try running again. Went to a local running store to try them out, they didn't have the color I wanted so a sister store shipped them. Nice handwritten note in the box.

Hoka

[vash]

i'm waiting for this very generous coupon program my wifes job is giving us.

something like 30% off at a local sporting goods store. i will get a new down vest and pair of Hoka trail shoes. the Speedgoats or something. mid highs.

[herr_oberst]

The problem with ultra - soft marshmallowy cloud shoes (in my experience) is that they break down fairly quickly (I weigh 180) and if I try to get some extra life out of them then joint pain is my reward. I've had the same experience with a few of the Nike "Free" styles and a pair of Merrill "Barefoot" trail shoes that in both cases I loved while they lasted but they didn't last long. (And in the case of the Merrills, even if I was willing to pay to replace them on a fairly regular basis, they no longer make the style that I want..)

Your mileage may vary. I've always been very hard on footwear.

(Edit, those HOKA's look like a direct copy of some of the Nike's I sampled in the past.)

[craigster59]

A lot of people working on set like the ON shoes made by a Swiss company. I haven't personally tried them but I know people who swear by them...

[Zeke]

[blucille]

I have suffered from a variety of ankle issues and walking has never been easy, even as a kid.....I had developed extreme problems walking for anything more than 15 minutes, and with a younger pup a few years back, I sought out some help from a small, family owned running supply store....they suggested to Hoka's and it really transformed my walking abilities.....but, as mentioned, the great comfort seams to disintegrate after 3-6 months for me.....I'm ok buying a new pair as they wear out, and the old pair gets used for garage duty.....

[LWJ]

Funny. I talked to the ON people for work a few years ago. Seemed like a goofy model. Shows how much I know about shoes. I think they just went public...

[Tobra]

Blown polyurethane is not durable. Will last longer if you don't wear them every day so they can recover a bit.

[Baz]

I'm still liking my $45/pair Skechers with memory foam.......

Skechers Men's Equalizer Double Play Slip-On Loafer

But I've also upped my socks game......

APTYID Men's Performance Cushion Ankle Athletic Running Socks (6 Pairs）

Compression Coolmax Athletic Ankle Running Socks Wicking Anti-Odor Seamless Plantar Fasciitis With Arch Support 1/3 Pack

Ortis Cotton Moisture Wicking Mesh Ventilating Running Cushion Low Cut Socks for Men 10 Pack

[mepstein]

My wife likes Hoka's. She's a nurse and has to walk and stand a lot on hard floors. Usually 12 hour shifts.

[ramonesfreak]

Originally Posted by craigster59

A lot of people working on set like the ON shoes made by a Swiss company. I haven't personally tried them but I know people who swear by them...

i just went through a pair. model was cloud something or other can’t remember but slightly different than these. lightest and most comfortable sneakers i ever had with good ventilation. lasted me 2 years but i didn’t use them for running, just everyday use

and i bought my wife a pair and she agrees they are amazing

[Shaun @ Tru6]

Originally Posted by mepstein

My wife likes Hoka's. She's a nurse and has to walk and stand a lot on hard floors. Usually 12 hour shifts.

Your wife and her peer reviews are why I looked into them. Looking forward to wearing them tomorrow.

[Shaun @ Tru6]

Originally Posted by blucille

I have suffered from a variety of ankle issues and walking has never been easy, even as a kid.....I had developed extreme problems walking for anything more than 15 minutes, and with a younger pup a few years back, I sought out some help from a small, family owned running supply store....they suggested to Hoka's and it really transformed my walking abilities.....but, as mentioned, the great comfort seams to disintegrate after 3-6 months for me.....I'm ok buying a new pair as they wear out, and the old pair gets used for garage duty.....

I've yet to have any shoe last 6 months in terms of comfort, so if I get that out of these, I'll be thrilled.

[Bill Douglas]

I wear Allbirds running shoes. A small amount of trail running and some gym time. Very light.

[look 171]

Originally Posted by Baz

I'm still liking my $45/pair Skechers with memory foam.......

Skechers Men's Equalizer Double Play Slip-On Loafer

But I've also upped my socks game......

APTYID Men's Performance Cushion Ankle Athletic Running Socks (6 Pairs）

Compression Coolmax Athletic Ankle Running Socks Wicking Anti-Odor Seamless Plantar Fasciitis With Arch Support 1/3 Pack

Ortis Cotton Moisture Wicking Mesh Ventilating Running Cushion Low Cut Socks for Men 10 Pack

Ok Pal, tell me that there's a difference with these socks compare to your old typical ankle socks. I am just about to press the order button. Which one?

[upsscott]

I have issues with Plantar Fasciitis. The only shoes I can wear and work all day are Hokas. I have three pair that I rotate wearing. The only thing I don’t like is when I’m walking on uneven surfaces. I don’t feel connected to the ground due to their marshmallow cloud like sole. Takes some getting used to.

[craigster59]

Originally Posted by upsscott

I have issues with Plantar Fasciitis. The only shoes I can wear and work all day are Hokas. I have three pair that I rotate wearing. The only thing I don’t like is when I’m walking on uneven surfaces. I don’t feel connected to the ground due to their marshmallow cloud like sole. Takes some getting used to.

Take Vash's advice and try the Redbacks. I broke my ankle years ago playing baseball and in my advanced age it bothers me sometimes. I really like the ankle support in the boots.

I bought the "Bonsall" but on other websites in the USA it's known as the "Bobcat". Great boot when your walking some miles.

https://www.redbackboots.com

[Bill Douglas]

there's walking and there is standing.

For walking you want the lightest you can get. I used to work in a large factory and walked many kilometres a day. If I wore steel caped boots - like I was meant to, I was tired at the end of the day. If I wore light weight hiker boots like my Salomons I felt great at the end of the day. think about the hundreds of unnecessary kilos you have lifted in a day.

Standing, anything that is comfortable.

[Bob Kontak]

I have three months into a pair of HOKA One One Bondi 7's.

I'm pretty happy. They have trans fluid on them but they are for the shop.

Next pair will be these. All black.

https://www.hoka.com/en/us/mens-road/bondi-sr/192410928392.html?source=shoppingsite_PLA_1110520-BBLC-07&kpid=1110520-BBLC-07&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla&gclid=EAIaIQobChMItIHOxe6F8wIVtf_jBx11LgrTEAQYBiAB EgKlRvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[Geronimo '74]

Originally Posted by Baz

I'm still liking my $45/pair Skechers with memory foam.......

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I like my skechers a lot, I've got four pairs. Very comfortable and lightweight. (not very durable as some mentioned before)
I have one pair with a harder, sturdier soles, still very comfortable but more support.
After a day in my steel toe working shoes, a pair of skechers feels like heaven.

Those Hoka's and ON's have caught my eye now.
I'll have to look for a vendor here.