I will start off by saying that I'm not a runner. I do go to the gym a lot, and one of the things I do there is the step mill machine (stairclimber) and the treadmill. I also do a lot of walking (10k steps) in my neighborhood from time to time. I got these shoes for that purpose.
While I don't mind paying good $$$ for a decent pair of shoes, the last pair of shoes I paid good $$$ didn't last all that long. In fact, its outer sole was equally as thin as those on the cheaper shoes. With that said, this time around I was a little more budget conscious, and wanted the best quality shoe for the price.
I found these here, and after reading the product description and some online reviews, I decided to try them.
The shoe fit is true to size. It wasn't too tight or too loose, even with thick socks on. The insole was comfortable and even after an hour of walking around doing everyday stuff, my feet felt pretty good. The insoles felt good and comfortable, although I have plantar fasciitis so I will wait and see how that goes after a longer period of wearing. The outer sole is rubber and felt firm and grippy.
This shoe adds about an inch to inch and a quarter of height to my frame. My other shoes were somewhere in the order of half an inch to three quarters of an inch. The top part of the shoe is a mesh like fabric cloth, and allows for some breathability on a hot day. The overall quality of the shoe is pretty decent, and I detect no flaws in the craftsmanship.
I am pleased with the shoe upon my initial experiences. Time will tell how the shoe holds up. But in the meantime, I am happy with it. For what I paid ($42), this is a pretty decent pair of athletic shoes. I can't speak to its performance for running, but for my intended use in the gym, this shoe fits the bill quite well without breaking the bank.
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