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Hi all! I’m a big fan of comfortable shoes and I’ve been wearing eccos for years now. However I’ve recently come to realise that they cannot be repaired (something to do with the material they’re made from).
I’m on the hunt for a new pair of sneakers that are equally comfortable and also repairable.
For context, I spend a lot of time outdoors in a cool temperate climate so the shoes must be waterproof (i.e. leather or equivalent) as well as able to withstand hours of being walked in. I’m also in an urban environment so style is a consideration. I’m not looking for anything with bright colours or fancy designs, but moreso something simple and versatile that I can wear to work, on my bike and to the pub.
If anyone has any suggestions I’m all ears! I’ve recently been looking at some ON trail running shoes but I’ve been reading mixed things about their ability to withstand heavy use. Plus I’ve no idea how they compare to ecco in terms of how comfy they are so if anyone has any experience with both I’d love to hear it.
Thanks in advance!
Do you need sneakers, or would boots be an option? If so, that opens the door to Goodyear welted boots whose soles can be replaced when they’re worn out by a cobbler. They’re also generally comfortable (especially after being broken in). You can go from premade boots (e.g., redwing) to custom boots; costs escalate quickly the more bespoke they are, obviously.
There are some Goodyear welted sneakers, but boots are probably easier to find.
I know it’s probably not the most popular suggestion, but the goodyearwelt subreddit is a great place to look for recommendations and reviews and post questions.