Reviewer Hand
I bought these specifically for cycling with old fashioned toe clips, because I'm weird and I like to know about history and experience things. They were advertised as 10.5US, they are 44eu instead of 45 eu - meaning they "run small", and it's a small 44. I still fit in them, even if they are a tad tight and have been using them with an old peugeot PH11 with the original triangular pedals from the mid 1980's - that style inspired the Look system of "clipless" pedals famously introduced by Greg Lamond in the famous tour pursuit of the badger. Mostly, I just want to pursue coffee and sunshine.
I think these might be the best shoes you can currently buy for use with cycling toe-clips, without spending a fortune or getting shoes that are 20 years old and falling apart. If you're more accustomed to swing out clipless systems such as Look, CrankBros, or Spd, you will recognize immediately that toe clips are far inferior - it took me a few miles to stop yanking my foot out of the back as I tried to sweep through the bottom of my pedal stroke, and it's hard to remember to loosen the strap when coming to a stop. These Puma shoes are very similar to the old sidi shoes that used to be common in cycling, except there's really no stiffness at the end of the toes, and I could tell that I would get a blister on my big toe as a result, so I must meditate on rule 5 of the Velominati prior to using them. I wouldn't be surprised to learn that Puma took this shoe design from an old cycling shoe, the laces are shifted to the outside of the shoe and are easy to keep away from the cranks, while the foot bottom is as stiff as any modern cycling shoe. I think it would be hell to walk around in and I really can't comment on their utility as driving shoes.
The ferrari symbol is a regrettable attribute, as my place in society (AKA not a billionaire) would dictate that anyone wearing such driving shoes while tooling around in their ferrari not only has more money than sense, but likely has additional baggage that (fingers crossed) allows me to feel morally superior; which would make up for being hugely outclassed, financially. It's a kind of 99%'ers sour grapes, you know? If you are this person, please feel free to leave me validating comments about the woes in your otherwise blessed life. Mo-money mo problems?
Reviewer Cherylle Cowley
I watched my 83 year old husband struggle to put on his shoes and get them laced up. I recalled seeing a shoe that solved this problem. Amazon had it! They have totally saved the day! I ordered a pair for myself, a half size larger as suggested, and am thrilled with them. I had two strokes this year and these shoes are a lifesaver, so very comfortable and give me stability and so perfect in every way.
Reviewer Karen Strawder
I'm keepin em! No need to order a size up with to this model! I wear a size 9 normally and there is plenty of room in these! I am beyond satisfied! I'm a novice runner and am ecstatic to have some decent shoes to say the least!
Reviewer Julie A Stash
I bought these for my son who started working at a restaurant. He said they are great and really help him from not slipping.
Reviewer James E Bennett
Wanted the NB609 which of course has been discontinued. This shoe is it replacement. Not as happy with this shoe. Why do these retailers change something that works and replaces it with something of lesser quality or less comfort. I will never understand that. Keep a quality shoe and quit messing around. The reputation of the company is the one that suffers
Reviewer G Karni
He loves these! fits perfect and look great
Reviewer S Priem
This is my 8th pair of Chucks. I love them. Will always buy them. This pair is "cushier" than others, not entirely sure why. But I WILL buy more!
Reviewer Merissa Kilbrith
Very comfortable. Fits as it should.
Reviewer Lawrence A Kean
Love them, fan of Stan smiths and these are great!
Reviewer Peter M M
No fue de mucho agrado para mi esposo pero lucen bien
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