I had a pair of larrybirds when I was a kid.
Sat, Jun 13, 2020 6:19 PM
I'm interested in picking up a pair, not sure if I should go tree or wool. Any experience with either?
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Sat, Jun 13, 2020 11:22 PM
Wool sounds terrible. Tree ones look ok. Eucalyptus tree shoes lol
Tad pricey
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Yes. They are amazing. I have the Wool. So comfortable and breaths way better than typical shoe material. Way better in the summertime than my old Nike
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Sun, Jun 14, 2020 4:13 PM
posted by Laley23Yes. They are amazing.
Which pair do you have? Tree or wool?
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Sun, Jun 14, 2020 4:28 PM
I'd question their durability.
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Sun, Jun 14, 2020 5:02 PM
I know you can just throw them in the washer. Which leads me to believe the durability is decent.
I'm big on wool shirts, but I worry wool shoes would be too hot in the summer.
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Sun, Jun 14, 2020 5:44 PM
posted by justincredibleWhich leads me to believe the durability is decent.
I could see just about any pair of shoes surviving a trip through the washer.
First thing that came to mind when I was browsing their site was trail running. If you caught a stick just right, I'll bet it'd tear right through it. A synthetic polymer-based shoe probably would resist such a thing.
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Sun, Jun 14, 2020 5:52 PM
I just need a pair for everyday use. I won't be trail running, but agree that I probably wouldn't go this route if I were.
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Sun, Jun 14, 2020 10:46 PM
They make running shoes, I just have the regular wool everyday shoes. They are sooooo light. Definitely less hot in the summer than the non-breathable Nikes I had before. Ive thrown them in the wash like 5-6x in the 1.5 years Ive had them. Waited a while initially, but then got a bunch of mud on them in a rainstorm. Ever since then, I wash them like every 3rd month just because.
I have never worn the sock type shoe that is supposed to feel barefoot, but this is pretty lightweight. It actually take a few times out to get used to the feeling. Very light and breathable.
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I have the Wool regular ones and love them. I have had them for about 9 months. I wear them out every weekend or so. They have replaced my regular sneakers. I find them pretty comfortable and light. I've washed mine probably twice or so.
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Mon, Jun 15, 2020 12:08 PM
I bought wool ones for my dad last Xmas. They look great, says they feel amazing, but they definitely can't take a beating. I wouldn't work out in them, more of a casual shoe.
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Mon, Jun 15, 2020 12:12 PM
posted by AutomatikI bought wool ones for my dad last Xmas. They look great, says they feel amazing, but they definitely can't take a beating. I wouldn't work out in them, more of a casual shoe.
Yeah, just wear them as casual shoes. Not great for running, working out, etc. No ankle/toe protection. Dropping anything on them may break a toe
Yhe do make a pair of shoes for that though, if you needed workout pair.
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Mon, Jun 15, 2020 12:26 PM
I'm definitely looking for just an everyday casual shoes, so they shouldn't get beat up too bad.
I think I'm leaning towards this pair at the moment. I like the idea of the wool more, but I like the look of the tree a little more.
https://www.allbirds.com/products/mens-tree-runners-kauri-marine-blue
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Do you have to show your Hipster Dufus card at the time of checkout?
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Just because you wear white New Balance shoes doesn't mean the rest of us can't wear decent looking kicks.
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posted by thavoiceDo you have to show your Hipster Dufus card at the time of checkout?
Ok Old man.
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Wed, Jun 17, 2020 3:00 PM
posted by justincredibleJust because you wear white New Balance shoes doesn't mean the rest of us can't wear decent looking kicks.
Ha.
Haven't ventured that way yet. Do they ship those with AARP cards or what?
Nike it is for me, just to piss off the mother in law!
allbirds seem a bit, um, yeah.
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Wed, Jun 17, 2020 3:02 PM
Ok, boomer.
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Wed, Jun 17, 2020 3:04 PM
posted by justincredibleOk, boomer.
Esiason?
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Wed, Jun 17, 2020 3:21 PM
Allbirds are crazy expensive... not sure they cut out for the hipster mold lol. Sorry for wanting nice shoes. I wear Nikes all my life and needed a new pair at least once a year. Allbirds Im on 1st pair and going on 2 years. Seem primed for around another 2 more.