What's you goto brand of trainers?

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Plannet_Depressed@reddit

It was whatever Sports Direct had in.. then in my 20s it's been Docs and Converse

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Exemplar1968@reddit

Nike. I know I can pick a size 43 off the shelf in the shop and take them home without trying them on, they will fit.

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NaturalDisaster2582@reddit

From Manchester and it’s mostly Adidas but since when was that a Manchester thing?

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Various_Extreme_8773@reddit (OP)

Like forever. Especially in North Manchester.

Don't forget until about 20 years ago we had a big divide. North and south Manchester.

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jaju123@reddit

Meh, in my experience they fall apart insanely fast. But then again I only bought the cheapest ones.

I don't see anyone suggesting sketchers for proper running or sporting activities either which isnt a great sign

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dbltax@reddit

FWIW even pricey ones have terrible soles. They wear out far too fast.

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Nice_Back_9977@reddit

They're good for just being on your feet all day, there's a reason they're insanely popular for nurses/carers.

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Inner-Floor-5827@reddit

Can confirm. I'm a carer and sketchers are the way to go.

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jaju123@reddit

I think thats the case for most foam filled trainers though, e.g. hoka Bondi and new balance 1080

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Nice_Back_9977@reddit

Skechers are significantly cheaper than those

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yolo_snail@reddit

It 100% depends on the ones you buy!

The cheap ones have a foam sole that lasts about 5 minutes, I made the mistake of getting those.

I currently have some Flex-Lites that I bought in January 2024 (on sale for about £35), I've worn them pretty much every day, and they're still going strong.

The only time I don't wear them is when I'm at work, where I wear my Skechers Safety Boots. They last me about 8 months before the soles lose enough of their grip (they would last longer if my joints weren't fucked and I could walk properly, they always wear out on the outside first)

I need shoes that are a wider fitting, and I've yet to find anything as good as Skechers.

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Expensive-Estate-851@reddit

I bought two pairs from Costco thinking I'd save money when they fell apart a few months later. Bloody things still look pretty new so I wasted money on the second pair.

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Nandor1262@reddit

I’ve had mine for 3 years as my main running shoe and they’ve not fallen apart in the slightest

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sharpecads@reddit

They’re great golf shoes.

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ChemicalLou@reddit

What is it about Sketchers? I always considered them like 10th tier US trainers that looked like ones your mum would bring back from the market. Why are they a thing now?

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escapingfromelba@reddit

Like all trainers, it's marketing

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TheLightStalker@reddit

Of all the footwear I find these the most egregious. 0% recycled content. Basic design leading to a $3 manufacturing cost yet still they charge way over the odds. One liner adverts with z list celebs.

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Nice_Back_9977@reddit

They're really comfy though

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KinnyWater@reddit

Ah well

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yolo_snail@reddit

What the fuck are you cracking on about?

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Reasonable-Soft375@reddit

Depends on what adidas your talking about. Gazelle for style, and Comfort Foam for softness… completely different kinds of trainers

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Scared_Meringue_6053@reddit

New Balance are the best just avoid white trainers and you’ll be young forever

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portablekettle@reddit

Whatever's on sale. I don't care for the fashion side of it or whatever. They just need to be comfortable and not look stupid

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PARFT@reddit

wtf have Adidas to do with Manchester?

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NaturalDisaster2582@reddit

Im from Manchester and mostly wear adidas but im confused as well

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cursed_cucumbers@reddit

you're twisting my melon man

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Various_Extreme_8773@reddit (OP)

Cultural

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PARFT@reddit

everyone everywhere wears adidas.

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twoheaddedbwoiii@reddit

Used to live in Nike Janoskis, last 8 or so years has been New Balance 574’s non stop

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FineThought5017@reddit

Always preffered Addidas to Nike growing up. No idea why. Wore Addidas for years and years then started to realise I was having to buy bigger than my feet for the width. The stryle was a bit too pointy for me and not straight enough on the inside for my big toes. I'd catch the ends of my trainers on stuff occasionally .

Mentioned this to a mate who said try a 574 and I've not worn a different trainer for the last 11 years. They are exactly the same shape as my feet. Its a bit sad and middle aged but I bloody love them fit wise. I have a pair on almost all the time I'm awake.

They are not perfect. Every now and again I get a bit 'mid life crisis', go for a bit more colour, fuck up and end up with a pair that verge on stolen clowns shoes. I'd also say there isnt much grip to wear down so I have done a few impromptiou moon walks putting the bins out in the winter and have gone grass skiing a good few times. I also prefer the ones that subdue the 'N' a bit. They do seem to last though and I've had pairs I have literally worn until the sole has worn through.

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trjk87@reddit

Hey as long as it’s not crocs you can still look in the mirror without shame 😝

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forzafoggia85@reddit

Whatever is less than £40 has a wide fit and is comfortable, brand doesn't matter but for me personally 'skater' brands are more comfortable to me

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Confudled_Contractor@reddit

Puma.

Size 12s always just always seem to comfortable.

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AhoyWilliam@reddit

The trainers seem ok but I don't like Puma pants

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Confudled_Contractor@reddit

Pants? Get outta here!

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AhoyWilliam@reddit

Well I didn't want to Puma trousers as well

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OscarsWhiskers@reddit

Miss my puma mostro’s from early 2000’s.

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tiphphin@reddit

Puma have re-released Mostros -you can get them from their website

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e31m70@reddit

Mostros have been rereleased.

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e31m70@reddit

Mostros got rereleased last year, i got myself a pair of red and black ones.

Still available on the Puma uk website.

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e31m70@reddit

Mostros are back!

https://uk.puma.com/uk/en/collections/select/mostro?offset=24

Got myself a pair of red and black ones recently.

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e31m70@reddit

Mostros are back!

https://uk.puma.com/uk/en/collections/select/mostro?offset=24

Got myself a pair of red and black last year.

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Rh-27@reddit

New balance or Adidas.

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5thhorse-man@reddit

Adidas buiznitz pros in black with the tan base. I've had 4 pairs on the run now and nothing else fits my foot as well!

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Xx4MUSxX@reddit

Asics

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LagerLout01@reddit

Boss. I just like them nice and plain.

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Embarrassed_Ad1722@reddit

Asics. Ever since I was running marathons in my 20s I've always liked those.

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Burzo796@reddit

Asics are the only brand I use for running.

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sharkkallis@reddit

Asics changed design a couple of years back. I ran for years in them but can't get along with them anymore. Now wear ON shoes and am very happy with them.

Sneakers? Sketchers only. Was an Airwalk fan for 20 years before that, but they went to shit when Mike Ashley bought them (as usual).

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OldGodsAndNew@reddit

Their current racing shoes (Metaspeed Sky Tokyo) are the best in the business

Except maybe the new Adidas that Sawe ran sub 2 in, but they cost near £500

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Strong_Access_8179@reddit

ASICS are the only brand I'll wear for running. I've tried a couple of others and they just never feel right.

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Famous_Address3625@reddit

Always! So comfortable and supportive with plantar fasciitis flare ups too

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Jasboh@reddit

Went back to Asics this year, bought some identical to my onitsuka tigers and they are so much more comfortable.

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Various_Extreme_8773@reddit (OP)

Nice

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H_C_@reddit

Adidas are a German brand made in the far East. New Balance are American and again made mainly in the far East. However they do manufacture trainers in Flimby, Cumbria. They aren't cheap but are very comfy with loads of small production runs in different colours, 574, 576 and 577 are my faves.

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WarmJewel@reddit

Nike for no other reason other than I have an outlet store close to me.

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Forward-Fan2680@reddit

Skechers!

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Sc0ttiShDUdE@reddit

New balance fit my feet sooooo good

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blushaudio@reddit

I’m back and forth between Adidas and New Balance

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chrisxxviv@reddit

Nike Air Max 1's

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BenchClamp@reddit

Nike.

And whenever I go to the podiatrist (I’m diabetic so I get scheduled checks) they comment on how good my feet are.

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SWTransGirl@reddit

I spend my days on my feet teaching first aid, so lots of kneeling and pacing.

Sketchers are honestly so damned comfortable. Do it!

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EmptyStwo@reddit

Honestly, Skechers just absolutely fall apart for me - never had a pair last longer than six months, and even then, the soles and back wore through

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adreddit298@reddit

Do it!

Instructions unclear. Tells us to wear Skechers, advertises Nike...

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SWTransGirl@reddit

I didn’t say the first part.

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adreddit298@reddit

Ok. I mean, I was only joking around, not sure why you're feeling the need to be defensive...

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ProofLegitimate9990@reddit

Light up sketchers

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Street-Persimmon8492@reddit

Side note - how do you get a job like that? I'm advanced first aid trained and experienced and would like to look at careers teaching but I wouldn't know where to start looking

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kirstinet@reddit

58 and now wear nowt but Sketchers.. even my slippers! And my feet thank me!)

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catmadwoman@reddit

Only wear white skechers got three pairs. One sage pair for winter. One beige slip ons. Washing machine brings the right up.

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Various_Extreme_8773@reddit (OP)

My treat myself for my birthday.lol.

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SWTransGirl@reddit

Honestly, TopCashback > sports direct and use a JamDonut code, double cash back with great shoes.

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BiscuitCrumbsInBed@reddit

Converse.

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Chopsticks_Charlie@reddit

Adidas spezials

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GreyFox_1337@reddit

If you’re poor yeah. For real trainers you want some nice Alexander Mqueens.

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Balaquar@reddit

Are you a peasant? Why not get lobbs?

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TheBeaverKing@reddit

You have to be a special kind of idiot to spend £250 on a pair of trainers that look like NHS orthopaedic shoes...

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too_weird_to_live@reddit

I'd never heard of them, googled them after seeing this comment. Why is it so accurate?!

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Fluffy-Astronomer604@reddit

Do they come with a free dildo?

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audigex@reddit

No need, they get shipped directly to one

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hardingman@reddit

The no taste but from Essex starter shoe.

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audigex@reddit

The shoe that screams “I waste so much money on fake image that I’ll never retire, but at least I won’t look like those poor people in Adidas”

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11theman@reddit

They look proper NHS them like

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nadthegoat@reddit

They look like remedial shoes

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Coat-Trick@reddit

What a melt

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ekitikitaka22@reddit

Same, got 4 pairs in different colours. They go with everything.

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glasgowgeg@reddit

I used to get the Nike Tanjun (all black), it appears they've now been discontinued, in mens sizes at least.

I get the Adidas Kaptir 3.0 now, they're similar enough.

I do a lot of walking, and both of them are comfortable for that, and for standing for long periods of time at gigs.

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Rembrandt72_@reddit

New Balance are great. Been wearing them since I was a teenager.

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elmo_touches_me@reddit

I just wear old running shoes now for daily trainers. Once they're no good for running, there's still plenty of life left for daily walking.

Current pair is Brooks Ghost Max, and they're super comfortable. I ran 500km in them, then a year of daily wear, and besides a little tear in the upper, they're basically good as new.

Next up will be the Adidas Adizero SL2 that I've stopped running in.

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Flapparachi@reddit

Interesting. My uncle does this, he lives in trainers. My running shoes go in the bin when I’m finished running in them. Usually the uppers are shot, and I live rurally so they are also manky beyond salvage.

To be fair, the shoes I run in aren’t shoes I’d wear day-to-day. I’m hardcore Adidas Superstar for fashion, and I don’t often wear trainers anyway (refer to previous point about living rurally. Boots for everything!)

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elmo_touches_me@reddit

Fashion really isn't something I care about, so I don't mind rocking the jeans and bright orange running shoe combo.

There are some running shoes that will not be suitable for walking in, but most of the ones I run in will be decent walking shoes one day.

I just don't see the point in binning shoes that still do a job. Until they're falling apart, I'll make use of them.

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Bakunin1876@reddit

I want to do the same, but they're absolutely filthy, any cleaning tips?

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elmo_touches_me@reddit

Water, a little dish soap, an old cloth or kitchen sponge, an old toothbrush for any crevices.

They'll never end up looking brand new, but I get mine pretty clean this way.

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Dadbodposterboy@reddit

reshoevn8r

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Whithorsematt@reddit

Yup, Running->everyday->walking the dog->gardening->eaten by the dog is my current rotation.

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GrimbleGrombles@reddit

I've had a few pairs of 574s. They are really good, although the soles were quite slippery when new.

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ohdeydothodontdeytho@reddit

574's are my go to. Got 3 pairs in different colours/materials.

Classic trainer for an old bod like me.

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GrimbleGrombles@reddit

The first pair I had was brilliant. Got a couple more a year or so later and the soles were absolutely lethal in the wet, I mean genuinely fell over a few times.

After over a year of wearing in they are fine and are super comfortable.

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LittleBertha@reddit

440s are indestructible. But I have had other vans that been absolute shite, and fallen apart within a few months

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IntraspeciesJug@reddit

Same. Always affordable,reliable and last a good while. A good quality shoe.

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Ok-Pie-712@reddit

Yep and I think the quality is good. I’ve been wearing a pair of 327s near daily for over a year and they still look brand new and are incredibly comfy. Best trainers I’ve ever owned.

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TheLightStalker@reddit

9060 are supposed to be super comfy.

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clarerose85@reddit

I’ve got 3 pairs of 9060’s in different colours. I absolutely love them. The most comfortable trainers I’ve ever had in my 40 years of living. They are also really hard wearing. Well worth the £160.

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asymmetricears@reddit

I do love a pair of Adidas Sambas, they need a little bit of time to wear in, but they last forever.

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Free_Ad7415@reddit

NB shoes actually are cool / trendy, whatever you wanna call it. They’re also modern classics.

Skechers aren’t though, be careful

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Wise_Industry3953@reddit

Lidl’s own brand because I have no money to spend on branded sneakers. They’re pretty decent at £9.99 (with a coupon, originally £12.99)

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idfk-bro123@reddit

Nike, 100%. I've had my favourite pair for over 5 years. They get wiped down once or twice a year, and still look and feel new. When it comes to quality, I honestly can't knock them whatsoever

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hidingbehindyoursofa@reddit

Skip Sketchers and go straight to Hoko. Thank me later!

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Aaron123111@reddit

They are great but I thought they were super tight

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hidingbehindyoursofa@reddit

I got the wide fit and they are great, they also do some extra wide. After that you are in flipper territory.

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Aaron123111@reddit

Weirdly I have quite narrow feet and every other shoe I find has a gap on either side, but the hokas were tight

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Apprehensive-Biker@reddit

Lonsdale if I wanna get beaten up

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Jassida@reddit

Everyone at my primary school wore Adidas Kick. They were basically school uniform.

Around 90/91 things got crazy and there was Fila/BK/nike/reebok etc

My favourite ever trainers were black and brown kid leather air max around 91. Me and my two best mates had about three pairs in a row. It’s almost impossible to find a picture of them online but there is one at least

Frighteningly I remember Jordans hitting England around the same time and I’m sure they were just under/over £100 depending on the model. Nobody had them. They would have been taxed instantly

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pb-86@reddit

Not seen them mentioned on here yet but I moved over to OnCloud a couple of years ago and they are by far the most comfortable footware I have ever used. Plus they're breathable, yet waterproof which is a great plus

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nashant@reddit

Nothing but Inov8 ever since I found them. Their wide fit are prefect for duck feet like mine

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Tall-Paul-UK@reddit

Hoka (One One) for running/ sports. DC for day to day.

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Equal-Competition930@reddit

I am actually dyspraxic and cant tie shoelaces so after years of buying either trainers which someone has fasten them for me or me tucks them in my shoes or buying limited available adult trainers without laces. I decide to get children trainers with velco in my size which wasnt easy so arent branded they are lilo and stitch from primark and pokemon ones from next. I used embarrassed by not able to tie laces especially afer bullying in school but now think my life difficult enough without making harder so if need get kid trainers I will do even if dont actual like pokemon. But have created alot of interest .

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Mediocre_Profile5576@reddit

Vans. Big chunky ones in the early 00s (when I was in my teens), Old Skool and Sk8 Low in the late 00s (in my 20s and 30s) and 10s, slip ons in the 20s (in my late 30s and early 40s)

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Princes_Slayer@reddit

Saucony or Hoka. I have plantar fasciitis and find they are most comfortable

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jg_ldn@reddit

Saucony Jazz FTW!

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DCIGrannyGrumps@reddit

I've tried all types over the years but keep returning to Brooks. I have awful over pronation and they work a treat for me and I'm nearly 70. Tried the skechers and they were useless support wise and some pairs were so soft my heels squished into them too deeply and knocked me hip out. I can see the appeal for folk with good normal feet though for comfort but they aren't for me

Saucony would be my 2nd choice if I couldn't get Brooks

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Adventurous-Dog-3786@reddit

Upvote for the Saucony !

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The_Dimlord@reddit

Walsh. Made in the UK. No sweat shop sneaks for me.

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Parking-Tip1685@reddit

Problem with Walsh is they only do small sizes. They recommend you go 1 size up as they come up small so the biggest Walsh size available is 11.

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hibee_jibee@reddit

Never heard of the brand before, went to the website to check it out. It says made in China. Just had quick look tho, it may have uk prod as well.

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The_Dimlord@reddit

Yes, you can select. https://normanwalsh.com/collections/made-in-uk

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the01li3@reddit

Used to have ascics for ages, go outdoors didn't decent ones for a decent sale price with the discount. Then both companies seemed to fail, prices went up, shoes become fashion over function. I now have under armour as the daily use, and Adidas as the runners.

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Less_Win2234@reddit

Adidas. They were the brand for 'flick heads' in the day and I just kept with them. I have them in all colours and finishes. Only the Samba/Forres Hills type though. I don't like thick soles or heels.

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StruttyB@reddit

Lacoste.

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Civil_Classroom6399@reddit

Sketchers day to day (cheap and comfy) , Nike for running/gym

Ride concept for bmx/mtb

Aboutblu for my work boots, not super expensive at about £90 (of the top of my head) but comfy and last a while. Sevi are super comfy but for me just dont last at all

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yesthenshaggers@reddit

Puma suedes.

When I was 18 with my first proper paycheck I saw some green ones I was obsessed with and bought them.

Found them real comfortable.

Now, years later they're still all I really wear, can usually get the black and white ones for about £25 a pair.

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dinkidoo7693@reddit

Vans or Skechers for me.

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AllOneWord99@reddit

Reebok Classics.

I'm 55 now, been wearing them since my late teens.

Leather in the winter, and nylon in the summer. Black, white, grey or a mix of the three.

I can see five pairs on the shoe rack at the moment.

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chosen_seed88@reddit

I wore British knights throughout my teens in early 90’s, switched to Nike 180’s and max in my 20’s, adidas in my 30’s and Skechers for last 7 years

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segundovolante7@reddit

Adidas as well usually.

Cheap enough, decent looking, and sometimes Adidas really do smash it out of the park for trainers tbh.

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OldGodsAndNew@reddit

Both sub 2 hour guys at the London Marathon were in Adidas

I'm not on that level but I run a pretty fast marathon and in training average well over 100km per week, I tend to rotate between Adidas & Asics depending on which is cheaper at the time I need a new pair

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Various_Extreme_8773@reddit (OP)

I bought the zx750 range for 20 years.

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Either_Worker4979@reddit

Love the ZX750. I have about 6 pairs in different colours. Been searching for years to find a dark brown version again, but no luck.

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segundovolante7@reddit

Not surprised, they're banging shoes.

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WinglyBap@reddit

Ultraboost has changed my view of trainers. I think I’ll always have a pair as long as I live.

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simundo86@reddit

Love gazelles and also mnds

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Minimum-Laugh-8887@reddit

Now I’m 37 and my feet are fucked. Hokas

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Euphoric_Rough_5245@reddit

Sketchers go walk or whatever the name is. I’ve had 2 pairs for about 7-8 years now and they get some hammer. I’m on my feet at work all day and I also take them on holiday where I do a lot of coast path walking/hiking.

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absolutelysureithink@reddit

Nike Air in the 90s, Nike Air in the 20s.

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CupCakesNFlatWhite@reddit

Yep, Nike just make running shoes that work for me every time. Got Peggies, vapours and alphas... Hesitant to jump to those big bubble things just yet.

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NoNameNoNumba@reddit

Walking downstairs in vapours is certainly an experience, takes some getting used to for sure lol.

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Thorpedo870@reddit

Nike for all my casuals (dunks. 90s, air jordans)

Saucony for running on road/track

Solomon for trail/fell

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TheDawiWhisperer@reddit

Etnies or vans, because I'm an overgrown teenager

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NoNameNoNumba@reddit

I love campus but the 80s version, I'm guessing you prefer the chunkier 00s based on your love of etnies?

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TheDawiWhisperer@reddit

Yeah I'm a 90s skate punk at heart so I've always loved those sort of shoes

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Rubostars@reddit

Vans or DC

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Forsaken-Original-28@reddit

Only the ultra range or mte vans though

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melonator11145@reddit

Or the skate models, I find a lot of the normal Vans have soles that are too thin

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Yuriski@reddit

I'm not one for clinging to specific brands (come to think of it, I dont have any branded shirts, jeans, coats, etc) but I have always bought Vans.

Took the plunge and ordered some Customs just last week.

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GabberZZ@reddit

This! I'm 54 and always look for an offer on Wamazon for either of these. I think I have about 6 pairs on boxes waiting for when the current pair get manky.

About £35 a pair and I know they fit and are comfortable.

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Virtual_Remote_8467@reddit

Almost always Nike. They're the only brand that are wide enough for my feet.

I actually think that Adidas make nicer looking trainers, but they're too narrow for me.

For cheap gym trainers I've had a few pairs of under armour, but they are only for the gym.

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SauconyAlts@reddit

Saucony is always a good brand for me love the confort of shadow 5000/6000 and the grid shadow 2, but also have asics, new balance, diadora, nikes, puma

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The-lemon-kid-68@reddit

At 58 years of age it's all about comfort not style. That's why I choose Skechers.😁

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Bugsmoke@reddit

ASICS. I have gel kayano 14 and they’re comfy as fuck. Even better than New Balance.

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catfordbeerclub@reddit

Hoff, super comfy but don't last that long

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Rhinoceraptor37@reddit

Not my go to as I wear all sorts but I will always go back to Air Max 1's.

The original and best.

But I also love Converse Chucks, Vans, Sambas (was wearing the blue suede ones for 25 years before they were cool) etc

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jonnyshowbiz@reddit

New Balance, Adidas , Asics, don't wear Nike since in my teens, like Hoka.

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Madog-Hellgeese@reddit

DC Shoes, preferably high tops. I need a wider foot and a flat sole, high top supports my ankles too

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ForeignSleet@reddit

I’m only 20 but always had Nike, although my most recent pair have worn a hole where my big toe is after only a year or so, so I am thinking of getting something else for my next pair

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Lanesra8989@reddit

I was like you , had loads of adidas , when I moved to Spain , needed a more comfortable walking trainer , tried the adidas cloudfoam range , cannot recommend them enough

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Odd_Fault4228@reddit

I was die hard nike air max with big bubbles from the release of the air max 95 until I started reselling in the early 2010's. I also loved at pair of shox that I had several years ago. Initially I reselled Jordans because I loved 6 infrareds but my family couldn't afford them, then I went on to yeezys and that's when I discovered ultraboost. I now have two pairs of jordan 6 infrareds, three pairs of ultraboost, one pair of adidas 4d and a pair of air max 95's that I had imported many years ago but are still in great condition. I have love for them all, but adidas boost knocks it out of the park for comfort so I'm more invested there

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Pikmanpikman@reddit

Skechers fall apart on contact with a pair of socks 😅
I wear Onituka Tiger but only because it means I don’t have to go to a shop to try anything else. Their price might force me to do that next time though, it’s gotten stupid.

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chairman_mooish@reddit

Diadora

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RevFernie@reddit

Reebok.

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Only_Appeal_5403@reddit

Been loyal to Skechers since I got my first pair in 2006. They're just the comfiest I could find 😅

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dmb_80_@reddit

Usually Reebok Classics or Adidas Sambas.

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Thisoneissfwihope@reddit

Saucony. Very comfy and quite ugly. I like an ugly trainer.

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Vequihellin@reddit

I struggle with the position and size of the arch supports in Nike and Adidas, I used to wear Reebok when I was at school but I haven't owned a pair in years.

The last pair of gym trainers I bought were Asics and they were good enough for the odd gym session. I don't really wear trainers as a day to day item.

My day to day casual shoes are Superga, and if I'm doing any serious 'outdoorsy' stuff I'm wearing North Face hiking boots, Trespass or Mountain Warehouse walking trainers. Trespass walking shoes are lovely but the sizing has been weird lately. My North Face hiking boots are an MVP tbh but I have some Trespass snow boots that are like slippers.

Husband wears Mizuno in the Gym and Adidas or Nike trainers or Salomon or DLX hiking shoes casually.

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stuaird1977@reddit

I'm in size 13 and adidas wide fitting are great.

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UltraFab@reddit

Puma normally but I have a pair of New Balance and they are very comfy

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Firthy2002@reddit

My mum bought me some Skechers last year and holy shit I am not going back.

I used to be heavily Nike loyal in my younger days.

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Extreme_Question2814@reddit

Nike has a narrow toe box compared to some other brands

Try some shoes on and see what works for YOU. ASICS & New Balance usually have great support and are a little wider than Nikes.

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Firthy2002@reddit

I've not actually owned a pair of Nikes for a while now but yes other brands with wider toe boxes have been better for me and is something that I look out for now.

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Druid_at_heart@reddit

Sketchers, always the most comfortable and usually a fraction of the price of other trainers

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GrimbleGrombles@reddit

The ones I used to have fell apart unbelievably quickly.

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Druid_at_heart@reddit

Oh, which are you using? I have a pair of d'lites that im on year 2 of and a pair of summits that I think I'm on year 3 of, but I mainly wear them to and from work and light walking

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GrimbleGrombles@reddit

I can't remember the model. They were a flat converse type of sketcher and the plastic inside the material completely fell apart. It actually ended up dropping little plastic pellets inside the shoe from a hole behind the heal!

I had to empty it out every couple days, genuinely ridiculous.

My wife bought a pair the same day. Heels that also completely fell apart within 6 months.

Maybe we just bought rubbish models of sketchers, but I've had far more luck with New Balance and Converses.

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signpostlake@reddit

This is mine too. Always used to be Nike or Converse but I got a pair of these for walking the dog and haven't looked back. They're ridiculously comfy.

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WeirdSmellingClown@reddit

Nike Air force 1

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TwoImportant7879@reddit

LV trainers are my favourite. I’ve collected every colourway.

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BaBaFiCo@reddit

Are Adidas and Manchester linked? Majority of my trainers are Adidas, but I have Nike and NB as well. I quite like the fit of Nike. They're narrower and tighter than Adidas.

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Mattehbby@reddit

Hi-top converse forever (the classic kind not the new massive sole type)

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o-J-A-Y-_-J-A-Y@reddit

Im black low cut. The standard kind. My Mrs bought me some ox blood red ones and although I was skeptical, I took a liking to them pretty quickly.

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heyitsed2@reddit

I've never got on with converse, not least because they're an effort to get on and off... Especially the off part when I get home and need to pee...

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hibee_jibee@reddit

70s line is better quality, only slightly thicker. Chucks highs for me all the way. They last forever.

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Mattehbby@reddit

Maybe that’s the ones I have atm, they felt slightly different and have survived 3 years with no damage so far!

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hibee_jibee@reddit

I think it would say on the round patch somewhere. However, the regular ones are holding for ever also. Even worn to death they can be washed in a washing machine and will look good. I wouldn't be seen in Skechers, that's for old people and only in my 50s.

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heyitsed2@reddit

Been a new balance man for going on a decade, my brother's always been Adidas.

And for the love of god everyone, it's SKECHERS.

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o-J-A-Y-_-J-A-Y@reddit

Chuck taylor converse all-stars. Been my go to since I was 12. Im 33 now.

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mr_vestan_pance@reddit

Superstars

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elmachow@reddit

Plain white Ralph Lauren trainers, I’m on my 4th pair. 46m

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TieDyePandas@reddit

Nike dunks or Jordans, I've always been a fan of bulky colourful high tops.

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treadtyred@reddit

Inov8

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WastedYouth39@reddit

Nike Dunks of both SB and regular dunk variations, some Jordan 4’s, some Bape Sk8 Sta’s, Jordan 5 lows for Gym, Louis Vuitton Trainer,

But mainly Dunks, have been wearing them since i was 18 creature of Habit.

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HiFiRoMan@reddit

Merrell. Barefoot all day..!

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Agitated_Ad_361@reddit

I’m loyal to comfort, not brands

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Unlucky-Educator8020@reddit

Fuck brands

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bananabastard@reddit

Adidas.

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Spirited_Monitor_89@reddit

Hoka all the way

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Shoddy-One-2064@reddit

Adidas and Brooks have consistently fit my flat caveman feet, so as far as I'm concerned, they are the best

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Sharktistic@reddit

I've probably had more pairs of Nike than any other brand but I don't really think I have a go-to brand. I mostly just wear whatever is the most suitable for the day ahead.

I do have at least 100 pairs of shoes though, so it can be difficult to choose sometimes.

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buffalosoldier111@reddit

Asics

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CityOfNorden@reddit

Always preferred Adidas as they seem wider than Nike? Recently though, I think most trainers are awful, but Adidas always seem to have a range that at least look decent.

I'd still be in Reebok Classics if they weren't shit now.

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lost-in-midgard@reddit

Converse 🤷‍♂️

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Richmonds-a-Dorkie@reddit

DC for me. It’s all I buy.

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theavocadolady@reddit

Nike always until a few years ago when I got some Under Armours because they had the fancy tracking thing and I was really into running at the time. Then I just stuck with them because they fit well and are comfy.

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Euphoric_Concert_334@reddit

I used to wear reebok in the days of blacktop and pump then moved to nike love r4 shox and airmax 95s. I do have a few pairs of Adidas manchester one unworn and a pair of Adidas dublin also unworn I have a few pairs of reebok shaq ataq too

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HighPriestess29@reddit

Puma Speedcats

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Alarmed_Ice_272@reddit

Nike Dunks for the last couple years

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Electrical-Raise-149@reddit

I’ve been 95% exclusively air max 1s for the last 15 years and just got my first pair of dunks. Pretty comfy I must say and wider at the ends which is nice. Takes some getting used to the curved end though.

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Fit-Foundation-534@reddit

Very versatile shoe. Had mine since Dec 24 and they have barely any obvious wear. Ive been to afew music festival and mutiple countries in them. They are also good because of the flat (ish) sole.

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DavidW273@reddit

For trainers and boots, I go with Hi-Tec. They’re reasonably priced, pretty easy to find in a size 14, and seem wider than most.

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cheesewindow@reddit

Salomon. I walk a lot and these are the only trainers where my feet and Achilles and calves don’t hurt.

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8u11etpr00f@reddit

Axel Arigato. My first pair have held up about 5 years at this point and I've got no plans to stop wearing them any time soon. Added a couple pairs since; one (mainly) for the office & a chunkier one for a more relaxed vibe.

Fairly timeless designs, great material & build quality (in my experience), and depending on the model can be dressed up & down.

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inevitable_dave@reddit

Salomon mojitos for daily wear, though I'll probably go back to skechers for comfort.

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Smackmybitchup007@reddit

Standing or walking around work all day, Sketchers. Looking cool, Jordans

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millipmas@reddit

It depends on the situation.

For running I've been wearing Under Armour for a couple of years. I've just switched to Adidas Aidzero, though I haven't worn them yet. I'm a bit anxious about the change, but they had good reviews.

For casual/everyday I've been wearing Nike Air Jordans. Nothing to do with comfort and everything to do with being a Michael Jordan fan.

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zebra1923@reddit

Asics- really comfortable and they have gore Tex running shoes, and a reasonable wide fit selection.

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Electrical-Royal-940@reddit

Been on a run with paul and shark trainers for a while now, one pair cost £180 had them 6 years and still going strong seem to get what you pay for, worn at least 2-3 times a week, suede fellies

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ljm3003@reddit

Nowadays it’s Superga. Perfect fit and so comfortable.

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zah_ali@reddit

Nike / adidas. I bought a pair of on cloud trainers — they squeak SO bad!

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SmartaHari@reddit

Veja seem to last longer than my Converse so I’ve switched.

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First_Folly@reddit

I tend to buy walking/hiking shoes. They're well-cushioned, are usually well made and very comfortable over a long time.

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knight-under-stars@reddit

Altra.

Once you switch to shoes that are actually shaped like human feet there's no going back to pointy mainstream footwear.

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bizzflay@reddit

I wear altras and vivo barefoot. Altras for trail and road running, barefoot for hiking, gym and every day use.

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Acubeofdurp@reddit

My guy!

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AcmeRacer8@reddit

+1 for Altra, insanely comfortable! I use their hiking boots as well as trainers, won't wear anything else if I'm walking any distance.

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Alternative-Gate-942@reddit

It does matter! Take off the trainers & go back to Adidas!

Trainer brands are a lifetime commitment!

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shazam7373@reddit

GoRuck are the most durable by a long shot. Most shoes I trash within 6 months. My GoRucks have lasted me a year so far and still look new. Blows my mind.

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ShabbatShalom666@reddit

New balance are great and they've been trendy for at least 10 years now lol. They're the only shoe I've tried that seem to fit my ultra wide feet.

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OmegaMaster8@reddit

Nike and New Balance

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mrbigbottom@reddit

Crazy how many shoes named here are popular, but awfully uncomfortable.

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MyUserNameLeft@reddit

Currently Columbia. Great and comfy shoes

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Impressive_Price_510@reddit

Moving away from Nike, converse and anything else American. Rotation of adidas campus 00, Veja campo and Sanjo ftc86. Latter made in Portugal and date back to 1933

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Altruistic_Lies@reddit

I wear Hoka. So comfy and the shape of the heel makes your foot articulate nicely, a bit spenny, but I walk a lot so it's worth it.

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Whithorsematt@reddit

You would rather wear sketchers than New Balance? I'm assuming this is for fashion rather than to actually run in them?

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kazze78@reddit

I didn't really got into any specific brand I like design and if I liked I would buy it...Went to NY and after 4 days walking in Jordans...went to foot locker and my wife showed me some NB 574...I was like nahhh...well at least I tried them...man it was like heaven walking in clouds...I bought them and never looked back...

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Key-Original-225@reddit

Mainly Nike air.

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ConsciouslyIncomplet@reddit

Sketchers

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REidson89@reddit

Nike!

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Fart_knocker5000@reddit

I'm 49 and its Nike, air Jordan 1's, lows and mids. I like Reebok pumps too but thats just an age thing and they ain't what they were

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Lucky-Condition9245@reddit

63 now and Sketcher step in game changer

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Money_Afternoon6533@reddit

Gola, British brand

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Iwantedalbino@reddit

Heart says adidas but I’m buying more Nike these days.

Costco had the slip in sketchers for £24 so I’ve had a couple of pairs of them. Very handy to have at the back door for nipping to shops or into the garden.

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LaurenNotABot@reddit

Nike but now have a couple of pairs of New balance and love them.

Might go for On running , next but NEVER Sketchers

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Boomshrooom@reddit

People really don't put enough effort into selecting footwear tbh. I personally prefer running trainers with a nice rocker to give me a good push off and plenty of cushion.

I love the design and feel of On shoes but the Cloud Tec soles are just too prone to squeaking. I'm trying out some ASICS Gel Nimbus 28s and they feel fantastic, if a bit tight around the top of the foot.

New balance as you mentioned are highly regarded as well, and Skechers are ok but I find their foam is often too soft for my liking and compacts too easily.

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Shitelark@reddit

Reebok Classic.

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mcgrimes@reddit

OnClouds - I've been wearing my first pair exclusively over the past two years

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catsnstuff17@reddit

Hoka for running, Skechers for every day (I'm not even that old, I swear, but I bought a pair of Skechers when I was pregnant two years ago and I now live in them, so comfortable).

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thescouselander@reddit

Adidas - the only brand my feet won't destroy in two weeks.

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TheLordJalapeno@reddit

Vans. The fit is just perfect for me

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Who_Knows_M3@reddit

Skechers. But only on offer

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Roofless_@reddit

Nike. I tried New Balance for a few trainers but I found they didn’t last too long.

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You_moron04@reddit

Karrimor’s for me

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ComprehensiveFee8404@reddit

Karrimor or Asics; I'm in my 20s and not particularly trendy. I had a pair of Nikes once, because they were half price at Sports Direct.

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DarkStanley@reddit

I like Nike. I’ve got wide feet and the air max and the airforce one are both comfy. I like vans as well, their slip ons and Hylane are both comfy as well.

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cloudmountainio@reddit

I’m not loyal. I have a few brands in circulation…

But I tell you what, my new balance 997S are absolutely battered and they’re my go to most days. They don’t do them anymore in any colours I like 😭

Nike Huaraches come a close second for comfort.

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doctorbiffgood@reddit

I have pretty wide feet so I have to order specific sizes, so the most common brand I buy is New Balance.

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johnboyeee@reddit

For general use, Karhu. Great quality for the price, really comfortable and I love how they look (fusion 2.0 are my go to)

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Ex_astris-scientia@reddit

ASICS in the summer and I have some Nike Pegasus trail shoes for the winter, they’re Gortex so they’re waterproof. Both are insanely comfortable but the ASICS don’t look as big as the Nike.

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Golden-Event-Horizon@reddit

Nike. They literally have everything

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campbellpics@reddit

Same as you, Manchester/Adidas man, and 54.

I'm currently into Karhu trainers and Mephisto shoes. They're not cheap, but easily the most comfortable footwear I've ever had.

Only problem now is I've got a wall sized shoe rack full of unworn Adidas, Jeans, Italia etc, because I was a collector for most of my adult life.

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MCL-Jonathan@reddit

Brooks

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WB1173@reddit

In my younger years Nike, followed by Adidas, and now New Balance.

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lumiere108@reddit

Nike

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Dry_Yogurt2458@reddit

New balance are my go to brand for running shoes. Casual trainers then I'm still in Adidas gazelle and Stan Smith's in my 50's

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slliw@reddit

Crocs

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Frequent_Field_6894@reddit

Nike air.

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Boomalla@reddit

I’ll wear any make if I like the look n comfy to walk in. Although my favs are Vans slip on.

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jaxsound@reddit

I've always worn skater type trainers usually NB i just love the style of them. However after reaching 50 i am thinking it's time for something comfier but i swear i won't ever wear Sketchers!

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ashyboi5000@reddit

No longer new balance, something has changed and the soles don't last and feel narrow around the heel.

Currently trying anyone's I like.

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Rossco1874@reddit

43 and alternate between puma and Adidas. Got to keep the brotherly feud going.

Have tried other brands and weren't the same although I did have pair of new balance 574 and they were comfy but wife absolutely hated them.

Also had under armour when worked self service and was on my feet for hours was like wearing slippers to work.

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GrouchyAlps612@reddit

I wear Birkenstock Boston's all year round if it's raining I'll wear Clarks wallabees or a made in UK new balance. I have a pair of 95s that are donkeys years old and sometimes get a wear

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Extreme_Question2814@reddit

You should get something that fits well regardless of brand

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Asleep-Software-4160@reddit

Brooks Ghosts when I'm feeling flush. Puma Nitros when I'm not.

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JasonVoorhees3@reddit

Puma nitros are honestly the most comfortable running trainers I've ever had. Can be regularly got for about £50 too.

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supersy@reddit

Depends on the model though, right?

My Deviate Nitro have a carbon plate in them and kill my legs after a hard session. Need to rotate them with the Asics Gel Nimbus which are very comfy!

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gerrineer@reddit

My knees are fucked and I do a lot of walking in my job would these hold for a few months?

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Consistent-Pirate-23@reddit

Bought my first pair of Skechers when they were a niche brand in the early 2000s.

Now 20 odd pairs later I literally hoover up black arch fit ones when I see them in my size

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Inner-Floor-5827@reddit

I wear sketchers. They are really comfortable for my wide feet and all the walking I do at work.

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klmarchant23@reddit

I’ve got two pairs of Nikes, one I wear daily for work.

I’ve got two pairs of on clouds which I wore daily on our two week holiday in Florida with 5-8miles of walking a day.

I’ve got two pairs of vans hi-tops with comfy-cush soles which I wear for football match days.

That’s about it for regular use. All are incredibly comfy especially more when worn in.

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hhfugrr3@reddit

Whatever look good when i go shopping tbh. Nike at the moment for everyday & the gym, new balance for running.

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11theman@reddit

Sambas and Spezials

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scrubLord24@reddit

I'll buy whichever ones I like the look of.

But my regular daily trainers for work and also weight lifting are the Reebok Club C85 Vintage. Classy looking and I find them really comfortable.

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ab00@reddit

Heelys

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MintyMarlfox@reddit

Nike. Dunks for daily, Metcons for the gym and a bunch of golf shoes

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thiagogaith@reddit

I'm into Geox and Peter Millar but I'm not young and trendy. They are though comfortable and nice looking enough for me.

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ShiningCrawf@reddit

Brooks Adrenaline

I once tried a cheaper alternative from ASICS, but they started falling apart much more quickly.

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PiesPiesAndPies@reddit

I'm on my 27th pair of Mizuno Wave Riders

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BarryIslandIdiot@reddit

I have two pairs of Adidas and a pair of Nike Air Force 1s. I dont really have a favoured brand, but i'm not really a fan of New Balance. I had a pair for the gym, and they were fine, but i wouldnt wear them casually.

Im in my mid-40s, I dont think that's an excuse to stop caring about my appesrance.

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tannercolin@reddit

Nike SB or lakai for skating

Nike running shoes for everything else (currently pegasus 42)

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Col0395@reddit

Casual: ON shoes, Hoka, Skechers, Adidas Samba

Formal: Loake, Clarks.

Running: Hoka

Gym: Under Armour

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Hefty_Anywhere_8537@reddit

Has been etnies for years and years, but my feet hurt and I'm old so New Balance or Scarpa approach shoes to be honest.

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SavageRabbitX@reddit

Air Force 1s for daily , 510 Freerider Pros when on my MTB

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PoolRamen@reddit

Slightly older.

Y-3 (Adidas)
Onitsuka Tiger.
Nike x Acronym.

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GuybrushFunkwood@reddit

Rebox from Ingoldmells Market … bargain at only £9 a pair

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jupiterspringsteen@reddit

Reebok? Classics? 90s cool

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Miserable-Ad7835@reddit

Got my Rolecs watch from Ingolmells market too!

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gerrineer@reddit

Ooh next time your there get me a pair of rangler jeans im 34 waist .

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MegsSixx@reddit

I'm 36 but have been wearing Skechers since I was 11 lol, I've tried other brands but since I've awkward wide feet with high instep - skechers is most comfortable for me. Don't knock them til you tried them!

On subject of shoes, I needed house shoes and after years of refusal I've now cracked and got a pair of off brand crocs. It felt so wrong 🤣

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TheBeaverKing@reddit

I'm not wedded to one brand, but I do have specific trainers I like in most brands.

Adidas Gazelles Reebok Classics Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66s Nike Air Force 1s Converse Chuck Taylor Hi-tops

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jimmy_dimmick@reddit

I've been rocking am1 for as long as I can remember. I'm 43 now and I made a comment a while ago to my wife about how these trainers are so comfortable. She then made a valid point saying my feet have probably shaped to them at this point 🤷🏻🤷🏻

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Loud-Welder1947@reddit

Nike Blazer high tops. I like the SN dunks too, but they’re really tight on the edge of my foot for a few months which is uncomfortable. Then they’re fine. I think it’s the leather

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pondribertion@reddit

Skechers. I find them comfortable and I buy the ones in the lower price range

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Silkie_gang@reddit

Vivo

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eggs_and_ham_i_am@reddit

Brooks.

Having had and have feet problems for years they are a game changer mostly.

Still have painful feet, but they do help.

Plus the fact I run in Brooks, once they've hit their milage they then get relegated to casual trainers for a bit.

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Nutty103X@reddit

Nike running shoes if out end about

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CadBane_29@reddit

Adidas Samba

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The_Barman@reddit

I have had a pair of sambas for 10 years and they're still going. They don't get much wear these days but they are still absolutely solid sheos

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CorrodedLollypop@reddit

Brutting shoes. They're a German company and the price to quality and durability ratio is great

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lennythebox@reddit

Assics for comfort, boss for going out

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CoffeeandaTwix@reddit

Adidas (also Manchester). I'm 40 now so the styles that were in when I was in my twenties are now age appropriate anyway lol. I just love the look of them.

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AmpleApple9@reddit

New Balance 990 V6 or Reebok classics.

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TachiH@reddit

Usually addidas, whatever is around £30-40 at sports direct/online. Used to love my skate shoes like Etnies or Airwalk but prices kept raising.

I destroy my trainers in like 4 months.

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LiorahLights@reddit

I have no brand loyalty for trainers. I've currently got Nike, Puma, Converse, Vans and rhinestoned pair of Steve Maddens

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Lorchem@reddit

Brooks

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highaltitudebarista@reddit

Vivobarefoots

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adreddit298@reddit

Nike for me. Have tried Adidas, once, straight back to Nike. Have worn no other brand for as long as I can remember.

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Mskimchi87@reddit

Sketchers for work or if your on your feet all day, everyday wear ON, new balance, puma, adidas. For gym I would say hoka, ASICS, Nike's but everyone has diff feet so it just depends on you

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MUGHSHOT@reddit

Nike low dunks

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EducationalTourist55@reddit

Nike/adidas now I’ve changed to on cloud

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yearsofpractice@reddit

Always Nike - one of the reasons is that the sizing is super consistent.

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djdavies82@reddit

Vans, extremely comfortable. And they come in a wide variety of styles/colours

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Stunning_Account2010@reddit

I’m also from Manchester so adidas* were my normal brand since early 80s.

NB do some decent quality trainers that are made in UK or USA.

I mainly wear Walsh now, specifically the models that are still made in Bolton as the quality is up there.

adidas quality is mixed and some of the SPZL are also poorly made although I have a pair of Manchester and Moss Side that I picked up in store so I could check I wasn’t fobbed off with a substandard pair.

note the lower case a

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Various_Extreme_8773@reddit (OP)

I don't think unless you are from Manchester how important trainers were growing up. I would spend hours with a toothbrush cleaning mine for the weekend. Haha.

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BigJDizzleMaNizzles@reddit

New Balance made in the UK? Didn't know that. Might give them a go by way of buying British and supporting British manufacturing.

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Stunning_Account2010@reddit

It’s only some of them.

They are clearly marked on the tongue and you’ll tell from the higher prices too!

I have 3 pairs and just one of them is more on a par with standard NB however they have had to handle misuse on dog walks through the countryside.

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harpokuntish@reddit

Asics gel lite 3's were one of my favourites. Im on Nike air max 90s atm and preferred the Asics i think. Got a couple pairs of new balance also that are great but dont wear them often.

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reguk32@reddit

What age are you, 12?

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Various_Extreme_8773@reddit (OP)

Lol. Being brought up in Manchester trainers were a very important accessory.

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Reaganson@reddit

At my age, HOKA’s.

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5Assed-Monkey@reddit

I don’t have a brand per se as all brands tend to range in styles. I have a type, can’t get enough of canvas skate shoes. My current rotation is New Balance 306 Jamie Foy’s and the Nike Chiron 2s. Great every day casual trainer and comfy as hell

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Kamoebas@reddit

Sketchers. Slip ons for extrs ease.

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crayonman94@reddit

I have ASICS at the moment which I will probably stick with for casual wear. For running, I really like the Puma Nitro's, good for the price.

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Solid-Insect2650@reddit

Dewalt

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Nick6819@reddit

Adidas for Style, I would go New Balance for comfort

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daznccc@reddit

Adidas Originals

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Sparko_Marco@reddit

New Balance because theres a factory shop near me so get them a bit cheaper.

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New-Deal2694@reddit

Nike SB everything, but I don't skate

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Physical-Industry-21@reddit

Puma every time.

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Lessarocks@reddit

I do t really care. My favourite walking boots are Hi Tech and my favourite trainers are Sketchers. Comfort is everything when you get older. But I’ve never really been one for brands for the sake of the name.

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bunksy93@reddit

Adidas for me, though I've owned a few pairs of New Balance over the years and they've been fantastic. Though for running trainers i swear by Brooks

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budapest_budapest@reddit

To look nice, Adidas Sambas.

To do lots of walking, Skechers.

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DarthScabies@reddit

Asics sonoma. Very comfortable.

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Keycuk@reddit

Always had Nikes, but recently embraced my Dad Satis and gone onto New balance but I have also just bought a pair of Flower Mountains which are so comfy

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pixpix89@reddit

Skechers for me. I’m in my 30s and been wearing them for years.

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Traditional-Train-37@reddit

Lakai, Vans

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Greyday67@reddit

Ok I have two pairs of adidas samba, one pair of Nike Air force 1 (mid), Diadora B Elite, Lacoste Urban Walking Trainers and One pair of New Balance. So given that I currently have a decent selection the New Balance are the best bye a mile.

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ServerLost@reddit

Asics, proper dad shoes but fuck it they're comfy and the triple black gels look fine.

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Hes_anarc2005@reddit

Loved Reebok Classics in the 90s but more recently it’s been Nike Air or Adidas.

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MrCowabs@reddit

Adidas, Vans, Lakai

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Emergency-Lock5505@reddit

Gazelles myself, I remember we used to slag my uncle when we were kids as he always had the sambas on

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RetroAshMan@reddit

I am 47 and will never set foot in anything other than Hoka.

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DollySheep32@reddit

Sketchers forever babey.

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BasisOk4268@reddit

Nike

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Sirlacker@reddit

Whatever is in Primark.

I'm not spending a fortune on trainers. They're all shit quality anyway. Id rather spend £20 on a pair of trainers that last me 12 months than £70-80 on a pair that last me maybe 2 years tops.

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jamesdownwell@reddit

I'm not spending a fortune on trainers. They're all shit quality anyway.

Sounds like someone who hasn’t experienced proper good trainers! Not some low tier Sports Direct Nike or Adidas ones made in a sweatshop.

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Sirlacker@reddit

They're all mass produced shit mate. I'll just take the cheaper mass produced shit than looks almost identical minus the logo.

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jamesdownwell@reddit

When you've actually tried quality trainers, you'll realise how wrong that is. I don't give a monkeys about a logo, I do put however care about quality and ethics which is why I'll gladly play the extra for something Norman Walsh trainers made in England.

Size correctly and they last far longer and look great.

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Sirlacker@reddit

Even Norman Walsh have some of their trainers made in china.

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jamesdownwell@reddit

I know, I don't buy them.

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MichaelBealesBurner@reddit

Some of my pairs are 8 years old now and still in rotation.

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Adventurous-Dog-3786@reddit

I’ve always been Adidas, and was an avid collector. At one point I had over 100 pairs but barely wear any of the probably 50 pairs I still own, as like yourself, I’m now mid 50’s and value my comfort a bit more !

I now tend to wear New Balance, Walsh or Saucony. The latter being my favourites.

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TonedBroom24427@reddit

Use to wear Nike air max but the quality has gone down hill massively the last few years and the shoes now only last a month or 2, I have now started with on cloud shoes and they’re so comfortable it’s unbelievable, couldn’t imagine going back to Nike now.

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DuckieWuckieNL@reddit

I got Plantar fasciitis….the only shoes that don’t hurt are Sketchers - so it is what it is I suppose!

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Zer0daveexpl0it@reddit

My feet are like a crime scene so its Sketchers unless I pay an arm and a leg lol

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utwx7u2@reddit

The cheapest ones

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BigJC27@reddit

Air max 95 day to day. 36 now been my go too for over 20 years, arne if am out for food with the missus etc.

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Organic-Violinist223@reddit

New balance 574’s are so comfortable! I’m 39 and just bought a pair of Nike air max, spend most of my weekend running after my kids who are learning to ride bicycles!

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Severus_1987@reddit

Adidas. Used to go Nike but they started going too narrow a while back

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SerendipitousCrow@reddit

I used to always get Nike SBs but I've just got a pair of New Balances that I really like

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TheLengendMemer21@reddit

New balance, Nike

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Icy_Reply_7830@reddit

Mostly adidas with a few nikes in there

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BobBobBobBobBobDave@reddit

Adidas or Vans.

I always find Nike and New Balance really narrow and uncomfortable.

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gemmajenkins2890@reddit

Skechers for work.

Nike air force 1’s for out ‘n’ about.

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datguysadz@reddit

I'll never get credit for it, nor do I want it, but I was the first person in the UK to import and wear On's and I've been loyal to them ever since. If they wanted to make me their ambassador, or 'Onbassador', for the UK, I'd totally understand their decision (many think it's long over due), but like I said I don't want any credit for it.

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InterestAdditional49@reddit

Sounds like you want credit for it mate

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datguysadz@reddit

Nah I'm not one of those people who goes on about being the first person to do/ like something, even though I definitely was. It would be insane to want credit for something as meaningless and insignificant as that.

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Sufficient_Return653@reddit

Saying this whilst literally going on about being the first person to do something haha

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datguysadz@reddit

Almost like it's a joke 😉

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Sufficient_Return653@reddit

How do you know you were the very first person to import and wear them?

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JasonVoorhees3@reddit

His name is Mr On.

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Sufficient_Return653@reddit

It’s the (many think it’s long overdue) that cracked me up. Mr On is the many lol.

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Bounty_drillah@reddit

Asics until recently, the quality has dropped off.

Wearing Diadora N92s at the moment.

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oldguycomingthrough@reddit

I always go for adidas. They’re absolutely bomb proof! IMO they’re definitely a good hard wearing brand. I realised the other day that the pair I wear for work are about 7 years old now and apart from wear on the soles and looking a bit tired, they have no holes, no loose stitching and the entirety of the sole is still stuck to the trainer.

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Ahleanna-D@reddit

I’ve got really wide feet, so for the longest time my default for nearly any footwear needs was DB Shoes. I’ve had a couple pairs of Skechers. I’ve recently discovered Waldlaufers, they’re quite comfy so far!

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Coat-Trick@reddit

I always wanted the Puma Ferrari trainers as a teen but feet were too wide 🤣

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Ahleanna-D@reddit

I just wish I could go into any random shop and be able to get a pair of shoes!

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the_wally_champ@reddit

Nike Flyknit Mariah

Got about 5 pairs

Otherwise every high top that I can lay my grubby mitts on

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OptionalQuality789@reddit

Altra Lone Peaks. No other shoe will feel acceptable after you’ve worn them for a while.

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Maverick81_@reddit

Adidas, simply for the style factor, I don’t touch anything else.

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asuka_rice@reddit

I’m an ASICS brand. The mainstream trainer brands only last less that 1yr on constant wearing.

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BigJDizzleMaNizzles@reddit

Puma is my goto brand. Something about them, they just fit my feet well. I've had Adidas and Nike but keep coming back to Puma.

While I am a 40-something girl-dad I can't bring myself to venture to New Balance or shudder Sketchers.

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ResponsibleBend2195@reddit

Hoka

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ResponsibleBend2195@reddit

At 70

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ODFoxtrotOscar@reddit

What for?

I’ve had pair after pair of Hokas (Challenger for all purpose, Mach for bouncy/fast road runs, Soeedgoat for trail

I’ve also had Mizuno Waveriders (excellent), Nike (ok) and ASICS (nice but wore much more quickly than I’d expected)

I’d did once succumb to a cheap pair of Sketchers from TKMaxx for just walking, and they lasted really well

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Aaron123111@reddit

I tried hokas for the first time and they were incredibly comfy apart from them being so slim. I don’t have wide feet but these were so tight. However the bounce and lightweight were great.
Luckily I used that 60? Day do whatever you want to them and we will give you your money back

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MainPurpose893@reddit

They do wide fit on their website 👍

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Master-Trick2850@reddit

New balance are the cool trainers now, then current trend is functional fashion

not to mention you can get some pretty cool colours now

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Simon_Says_2@reddit

I used to always buy Nike trainers but they seem ridiculously narrow now so not for my feet now after two kids. No one told me my feet would change size after the pregnancy!! I’m a bit of a trainer nomad now. Adidas mostly but still never found a good pair of gym trainers that really works for me

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rossburton@reddit

I’ve quite wide feet and find Gola wider than most

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tiorzol@reddit

I've always had ASICS for running and they've been fantastic.

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Zool375@reddit

Yeezy

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VolcanicBear@reddit

Vans for general use.

Hoka for running.

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bonjajr@reddit

Vans OS

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CALCIUM_CANNONS@reddit

Asda George.

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Caminorun@reddit

ASICS, particularly the novablast and nimbus

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philff1973@reddit

I have nimbus and cumulus, both good trainers, plenty of cushioning to help my knees after too many years of 5 a side football.

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ThereIWasDigging@reddit

Ex ncb steel capped boots count as trainers right?

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Cha_r_ley@reddit

For me it’s Skechers. Super comfy and they have a lot of range for those who like fun colours or styles.

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ThinkIshatmyself@reddit

Sketchers, Nike or Reebok. I'm a big guy, and they're the ones I find most comfortable and supportive.

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Djinjja-Ninja@reddit

Nike SB.

I haven't even owned a skateboard in 35 years, and even then I couldn't even ollie.

But I will wear SBs until I die.

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KeepOnTrippinOn@reddit

I'm 48, ive about 20 pairs of new balance all made in england or USA, then about 15 pairs of adidas all city series or similar.

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OrneryEA@reddit

I’m a similar age to you OP. was always Adidas and Nike until I got a gait analysis done and switched to ASICS Kayano or Brooks Adrenaline. I have Skechers for round the house and the kids rip the piss mercilessly. They do point out that my style used to be acceptable because my multicolour Dunks that I’ve never worn and beloved dragon embroidered split toe Nikes are worth a wedge now apparently. 🤷‍♀️

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Royal_Damage5006@reddit

Puma trainers are super comfortable & look good

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RoyofBungay@reddit

Hummel. The only trainer brand that fits my 12.5 plates every single time without fail. Plus they are less chavvy looking than more popular brands.

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BroldenMass@reddit

I just buy whatever I like the look of and don’t subscribe to a brand. But then again I also have dodgy ankles and prescribed insoles, so the actual shoe support doesn’t matter all that much.

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stoosh66@reddit

Always Puma.

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Cloud_PES@reddit

Globe usually. Sometimes Etnies or Vans.

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metal_maxine@reddit

Ecco. I have weak ankles and small, wide, difficult-to-fit feet. They're super suportive.

It's a shame they have shut down all their shops near me because I'm not keen on buying shoes online. I waste enough time trying on shoes in shops. It's an incredibly demoralising process - don't be a 2.5/3 E fit, it's not fun.

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Salgado14@reddit

DC's always and forever

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HugeElephantEars@reddit

Adidas because I like Korn.

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ThrowawayParsnip5@reddit

Used to wear Tigers religiously, then moved to New Balance. Have tried other brands, Adidas, Gola, but nothing is as comfortable as New Balance for me.

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Jack_202@reddit

Used to be Nike but now it's New Balance.

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HiddenIdentity2@reddit

Always Lacoste’s. Not sure why. I’m 36 and been doing it since 16.

Running trainers I have tried a few ONs, Nike Addidas. Currently in Hokas

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KinnyWater@reddit

Hoka

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f_o_z@reddit

Now my feet are knackered I’m buying Hoka and On Cloud - had to retire my adidas sambas and gazelles :(

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Defiant_Practice5260@reddit

Got into DCs at a fairly early age and never really looked back

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MarcusH26051@reddit

New Balance. Just find them insanely comfortable for my dodgy feet.

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MouldyFruit2023@reddit

Peasant

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cwatt69@reddit

Adidas Samba, Spezial, Beckenbauer, Kick, Samoa, Dragon

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bbricktop@reddit

On running now , previously a nike wearer .

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LzzrdWzzrd@reddit

Skechers

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ClumsyCatNinja@reddit

New Balance. They're so comfortable!

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hc1540@reddit

Adidas Terrex for general wear, the odd pair of Converse too

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CodeToManagement@reddit

I mostly wear Nike sb dunks or Jordans.

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55caesar23@reddit

Adidas or Skechers

Won’t touch nike after they gave a shoe deal to a guy who took part in a dog fighting ring. Fuck michael vick

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KnOcKdOfF@reddit

Adidas, although im loving on cloud at the mo too

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YOF626@reddit

Adidas Gazelles.

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rapsonwax@reddit

Sketchers, and I’m a lot younger than you.

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JasonVoorhees3@reddit

Skechers. Any skechers. They mostly look awesome and you won't beat them for comfort

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K0monazmuk@reddit

Last three pairs have been Saucony.

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ashpotato16@reddit

I prefer Nike but I usually get Adidas as they're more affordable.

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aaltendorff@reddit

Teslik. The number one shoe among Latvian athletes.

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RealLongwayround@reddit

Brooks Adrenaline for road. Inov8 Trail Talon for off road. Gul for sailing.

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Sideways_Underscore@reddit

Brilliant 🤣 Nike

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ChartPimp@reddit

Emerica are generally my brand of choice

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dereks63@reddit

I was Adidas for years, my first hi tops were Adidas, I lived in Sambas and then shelltoes. I'm 63 now, it's Skechers mainly, but I still have pair of canvas Adidas 🤣

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BloodyCuts@reddit

At the minute it’s Hoka or New Balance, mainly because of an issue with my big toe and the comfort and width they offer.

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KingKhram@reddit

As long as they suit me then that's all I care about. I'm not fussed about the brand

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Glozboy@reddit

Karrimor walking shoes.

I'm size 14 so most trainers look ridiculous on me.

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