AllBirds Wool Shoes
Jun 20, 2017, 2:19 pm
#16
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I bought mine slightly larger so I can wear them with wool under ankle socks from DarnTough. I hate the idea of shoes without socks.
Jun 20, 2017, 3:25 pm
#17
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They would be fine for walking on a treadmill or maybe some light weightlifting. I'm a moderate mileage runner, and not in a million years would I wear them out for a run. The soles/insoles are only minimally supportive and the upper is a glorified sock, so there's not much structure anywhere. That being said, I find them to be very comfortable for lounging/walking around.
Jun 20, 2017, 3:29 pm
#18
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They would be fine for walking on a treadmill or maybe some light weightlifting. I'm a moderate mileage runner, and not in a million years would I wear them out for a run. The soles/insoles are only minimally supportive and the upper is a glorified sock, so there's not much structure anywhere. That being said, I find them to be very comfortable for lounging/walking around.
Jun 21, 2017, 7:52 am
#21
Join Date: May 2010
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They would be fine for walking on a treadmill or maybe some light weightlifting. I'm a moderate mileage runner, and not in a million years would I wear them out for a run. The soles/insoles are only minimally supportive and the upper is a glorified sock, so there's not much structure anywhere. That being said, I find them to be very comfortable for lounging/walking around.
Jun 25, 2017, 12:31 am
#22
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So I got my shoes. I first tried them on with a pair of socks and they were a bit tight, hoping they would stretch a bit.
Then I realized - I was wearing merino wool socks in my merino wool shoes and that seemed redundant. I tried them sockless and they were very comfortable and nicely sized. I am not usually a sockless kind of guy.
Headed off on a trip Monday and will take them along as 2nd pair of shoes (something I don't usually do).
Then I realized - I was wearing merino wool socks in my merino wool shoes and that seemed redundant. I tried them sockless and they were very comfortable and nicely sized. I am not usually a sockless kind of guy.
Headed off on a trip Monday and will take them along as 2nd pair of shoes (something I don't usually do).
Jun 27, 2017, 10:37 am
#24
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Depends on the shoe size, but about 18 ounces for a pair is a good ballpark for the wool runners.
Jun 30, 2017, 12:41 pm
#25
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Jun 30, 2017, 5:47 pm
#26
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Bought a pair of the new allbirds loungers and haven't taken them off since. I like the fact you can slip them on as slippers or wear them fully as shoes. The ultimate travel shoe though: adidas Ultraboost. Extremely versatile, Sock like and great running shoe and in certain colors wearable to dinner/drinks.
Dec 19, 2017, 11:08 am
#27
Join Date: Dec 2017
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The toe in allbirds shoes does not hold up
I am now on my second pair of Allbirds runners. In the first pair my toes started to ware through the end of the shoe within six months. I contacted the company and they gave me a discount on a second pair. I bought the next size up since they run slightly small. I thought this would give me more toe room. I can see the problem will likely occur again. Allbirds needs to seriously reinforce the toe structure. This was in my original complaint. The shoes have no support and feel like slipper socks made of wool. They are very comfortable and easy to clean. But if you need support, forget these shoes. Washer friendly and they do not smell like cotton lined shoes. Great concept but the toe needs to be reinforced. The toe tapper is too severe. It looks cool but who has flat toes. I will likely look for a similar shoe with more toe space.
Dec 20, 2017, 1:01 am
#28
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Location: Brooklyn, NY
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Have a pair. Don't love them.
They wear out quickly, although I think they've since slightly redesigned them.
To be honest, I find my Adidas "cloudfoam" sneakers much more comfortable and they actually support your foot (arch and heel). Cuter too.
They wear out quickly, although I think they've since slightly redesigned them.
To be honest, I find my Adidas "cloudfoam" sneakers much more comfortable and they actually support your foot (arch and heel). Cuter too.
Dec 27, 2017, 11:23 am
#29
Join Date: Aug 2012
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I am now on my second pair of Allbirds runners. In the first pair my toes started to ware through the end of the shoe within six months. I contacted the company and they gave me a discount on a second pair. I bought the next size up since they run slightly small. I thought this would give me more toe room. I can see the problem will likely occur again. Allbirds needs to seriously reinforce the toe structure. This was in my original complaint. The shoes have no support and feel like slipper socks made of wool. They are very comfortable and easy to clean. But if you need support, forget these shoes. Washer friendly and they do not smell like cotton lined shoes. Great concept but the toe needs to be reinforced. The toe tapper is too severe. It looks cool but who has flat toes. I will likely look for a similar shoe with more toe space.
Jan 16, 2018, 10:43 pm
#30
Join Date: Jan 2018
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I am now on my second pair of Allbirds runners. In the first pair my toes started to ware through the end of the shoe within six months. I contacted the company and they gave me a discount on a second pair. I bought the next size up since they run slightly small. I thought this would give me more toe room. I can see the problem will likely occur again. Allbirds needs to seriously reinforce the toe structure. This was in my original complaint. The shoes have no support and feel like slipper socks made of wool. They are very comfortable and easy to clean. But if you need support, forget these shoes. Washer friendly and they do not smell like cotton lined shoes. Great concept but the toe needs to be reinforced. The toe tapper is too severe. It looks cool but who has flat toes. I will likely look for a similar shoe with more toe space.
I will buy a bigger size to try, and return the other one as it’s still within 30 days.