Shoes Wearing Out Way Too Fast
Customers are experiencing premature wear and tear on their shoes, leading to frequent replacements and a sense of waste. They express frustration with the lack of durability in modern footwear, often needing to repair or replace shoes within short timeframes, even with regular use. This impacts both their wallets and their environmental consciousness.
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“I’ve gone through two cheap pairs in a year and now I’m looking for something that’ll last. There are a lot of Crocs in the kitchen, and they all seem to love them, but a friend has recommended Kurus. I was hoping y’all had some…”
“I been hurting for a few years now and the bottom of my feet can’t stand it anymore, I tried a few , some work for a few months then I replaced the soles to no luck, what do you guys wear or do? Any tips would be appreciated. submitted by /u/Badhombre5 [link] [comments]”
“Wore the Irish Setters on the left for 3 years. Got them resown by a cobbler twice. Bought the fancy insoles. Thrashed. Finally decided to pull the trigger on some new boots. What do you guys think about Danners? submitted by /u/General_Narwhal17 [link] [comments]”
“Love my pairs from Duluth Trading. They are mostly cotton, which I like in the sock part, and I have not had any issues with them falling down. I liked Bombas for awhile, but their quality has dropped and I got holes in the feet super quickly with the last few pairs.”
“Now that I’m in my 40’s I have no idea what the current cool shoes are. I used to have about 10 pair. Vans, converse, Clark’s desert boots, Sperry’s, all have steadily worn out. I’m down to a pair of trail runners and some Nikes I got from Ross. Looking for a pair do wear everywhere go-to shoes. You know what I’m talking about. The shoes you wear to Costco, Home Depot, chasing after kids, standing in line, worn with shorts or jeans. I’m in the lower SE US tropical humid as fuck climate so I like”
“i’ve been doing dealership work for the past couple years and i have ALWAYS gone home with wet feet, i need some shoe recommendations that are comfortable for 11 hour shifts and water proof. any ideas? submitted by /u/Saucepan_Mcgee [link] [comments]”
“Any tips for how to clean these leather sneakers? I'd love to get the dark grime out from the edges of the leather, and the logo on the back looks gross. Thanks! submitted by /u/daisy2rose [link] [comments]”
“Yeah I think your logic is pretty sound. Spending more once on boots that can be resoled hurts less than buying another pair of sneakers every four months.”
“I can easily burn through 3 pairs of trainers in a year at work and that adds up to a few hundred just for work shoes. I hate Crocs and clogs so not going that route. Then I thought about moc toe wedge boots. They're designed for steel workers who literally walk on metal all day and boots are easily repaired and resoled. Am I mad to think this might be a good solution? Anyone tried it? submitted by /u/EndOne8313 [link] [comments]”
“Any brand recommendation for black non-slip work shoes? every time i buy a pair it lasts like 4 months until theyre utterly destroyed. Crocs arent allowed at my job let me know! submitted by /u/SomemethingSnappy [link] [comments]”
“What materials should I use? I don’t expect this to look spectacular just better than this. Thank you submitted by /u/Give_mouse_a_cookie [link] [comments]”
“Hii, basically the title of the post. Some context, this shoes are practically new, I've only used them twice and have washed them twice since then. They're multifabric, the black parts seem to be some kind of synthetic leather, the bright creamy parts seem to be some kind of plastic or extremely smooth thread and the greyish parts are saude. The first time I washed them I didn't look up any care tips on how to take care of a multifabric shoes so I washed them like I usually clean al”
“My shoes from last year are too old and I’m thinking about what to get. I have small size so I can’t find the classic ballestra on my size. Any recommendations are welcome 🙏 submitted by /u/Lucky-Storm-1812 [link] [comments]”
“I wore my shoes out to the point that my feet are killing me! I am waiting for my Snibbs to get here. Got a nice email about them from the guy that created them. I'm getting kinda excited lol 😆 So to those who've had them, are they really that amazing? I have wide feet and unfortunately I'm getting bunions. They said they have a wide toe box part and that's usually the worst part about getting new shoes for me. It takes forever to get the toe area broken in. So please tell me yo”
“Are you wearing some kicks that aren't necessarily purposeful slip resistant soles that are working well for you? I've heard certain running shoes may fit the bill? submitted by /u/Much-Leather3210 [link] [comments]”
“I recently moved to a city in the western US. The rocks and sand while hiking are too hot. The asphalt is too hot in the city. My dog needs booties to go anywhere outside of my apartment now. The problem is that after 2-3 uses, they disintegrate into paw covers instead of paw booties. I need recommendations for sturdy dog booties that aren't the glittery designer bootie-shaped objects that are sold at PetSmart. I have a Husky / Australian Cattle Dog mix. Her precious paws need your recommend”
“I need help finding good shoes for running, standing for long periods of time, that you can beat the shit out of, and wash blood out of if needed. Sick and tired of buying Hokas and having them rip on me a year in. Any help would be appreciated. submitted by /u/JAGS_001 [link] [comments]”
“I tried cleaning my running shoes buy all the dirt(?) showed up like this when they dried. Any way to save them? Any tips are appreciated Edit: I soaked them in detergent and warm water and used a toothbrush for the soles. They looked fine wet, but then dried like this submitted by /u/mlnramen [link] [comments]”
“Hey all, I'm looking for eco friendly socks that can also withstand the wear & tear of a dog walker & someone who is on their feet for long periods of time regularly please 🙏🏻 As always looking for improved not necessarily perfection. Thanks in advance! submitted by /u/OptimalStrawberry106 [link] [comments]”
“I need help figuring out what material these shoes are made of and the best way to clean them. I've already tried a velvet eraser, but it didn't work, especially on the areas with the tiny holes. I also tried a suede eraser just in case, but that didn't help either. I don't even think this is suede—I just wanted to rule it out. The only reason the shoes look somewhat clean right now is because I washed and scrubbed them. The problem is I don't want to keep washing or brushing”
“my last pair of non slips has officially died. sole slowly peeled off, fell off, was resecured with tape and glue, and gave out again. anyway, im now in thw market for some new nonslips and maybe some nice socks too. no budget restrictions, comfortability and durability matters more to me than price. figured this would be a good place to ask as we all stand and walk all day submitted by /u/CigSprig [link] [comments]”
“I wear converses at work and as my everyday shoe. I may work in the office but I also help in the back when I have down time. I don’t think a heel would work that great for me.”
“Hi! I’m getting back into my practice after a long break and a hallux rigidus diagnosis. It’s basically arthritis in my big toe that makes things like high lunge really uncomfortable and painful after the fact. I’ve swallowed my pride and started dropping my back knee when we’re doing high lunge to reduce the flexing of my back toes. But is there any other modifications I don’t know about? I plan to talk to my teacher next time I go for advice as well. Ty! submitted by /u/lankyyyyyyy”
“I second the Hoka Bondi recommendation! I also go to a running store and get customized inserts. Life changer!”
“Hi! I've had a pair of Blundstone boots for 10 years and the soles recently started disintegrating. I didn't realize when I purchased the boots that they can't be resoled, unless you find a specific cobbler, and it's usually very expensive. I submitted the boots for warranty replacement by Blundstone and they surprisingly qualified. However, for those who don't know, Blunstone requires you to destroy the boots and submit photo evidence in order to receive a new pair. For some”
“Bought these cheap sandals, usually only use them on the balcony but not last night. I've tried mopping with the pink stuff from star drops which helped a bit. What do you all think I should do next? Oh and these are just a few of the marks, they are everywhere..... submitted by /u/Umbra1921 [link] [comments]”
“I just started working in a warehouse where I'm on concrete floors for 10-14 hours a day, the pain I have in my feet after a shift is literally unbearable. I feel the most pain mainly the heel and middle in the bottom of my feet. I'm looking for insole recommendations from people who work long shifts in warehouses, factories, places with concrete floors, or similar jobs. Reducing pain and comfort is my biggest priority. If you've found an insole that genuinely reduced foot pain, I”
“My litmus test is usually whether they still go on my feet, and whether the soles are still attached. If there's more than three holes through the bottom I'll probably pull the trigger. 🤷”
“That's walking 36+ miles a day, 7 days a week. Most people in sales are not walking even 10 miles a day even if they work 7 days a week.”
“6 months is when the average person with these shoes hits their mileage life limit”
“Not going to lie, I bought a pair of Nike sneakers that are the best shoes I've ever worn. Ive walked a million steps in a month several times. Done marathons. And used them at the gym. For 4 years! And they are just starting to look like they are on the olend of their life. I'll never talk bad about the quality of Nike again”
“Weird I run 2 marathons a year and can get through at least a year on one pair, Brooks ghosts even which I think OP is wearing. Concrete will eat them up though.”
“im honestly at my wits end with these shoes :( abt a few months ago i went out in nyc after rain and my jeans were long so they did this to my shoe :/ ive washed it twice right after but the stains didnt budge at all. Now i decided to give it another go cause theyre genuinely my fav shoes so i got hydrogen peroxide.. i tried hydrogen peroxide and baking soda pastes and also soaking in diluted hydrogen peroxide but it did nothing :/ i also tried a magic eraser and it helped w the shoe outsole(?)”
Timberland Pros. Put tbags in them and replace your socks often.
“I need some advice for my next pair, what can i do to make the lifetime longer. Next pair is also this leader boot. submitted by /u/_-this-guy-_ [link] [comments]”
“I’ve been obsessively searching the internet and locally for shoes with leather uppers for work. I’m only doing 10-11 hour shifts but my body is falling apart and I’m only 30 years old. I keep thinking I’m just being a baby but I’m a completely different person I don’t want to be. Basically, I need better shoes and inserts because my feet, ankles, knees, back hurt so bad I can’t sleep at night or move around hardly when I’m not at work. I’m putting in 15-20k steps a day and after a few hours I’m”
“Wear shoes with good support everyday. I switch between sneakers and sandals depending on the season.”
“I've sorted out the damage to my big toe on my lead foot with an ankle lock lacing and zealous nail trimming. On my back foot, the medial/inside aspect of my big toe is building up a callus that twinges when I lunge and it hits the inside of my shoe. Anything I can do or suck it up and fence on? submitted by /u/Common_Crow95 [link] [comments]”
“I’m a server who is training behind bar. I usually wear my non slip crocs but I’ve considered getting sneakers. I’m someone who HATES shoes (why I love my crocs), but I feel like I need better support considering I’ll be on a solid slab of concrete for hours, and foot health is important because it affects your whole body. Does anyone have any super comfortable sneaker recommendations? Please nothing that will squish/hurt my toes, or give blisters. I haven’t bought shoes in years help. Edit: my”
“I’ve got these boots I’ve had for a year, and they’re the most comfortable I’ve worn. They’re Dan Post brand. But the toe cap is starting to show through. My job is very stickler about that, and they say boots should be replaced when they’re showing through. I’ve seen ads for tough toe and such, does anyone have experience using that? Would I be better off buying another pair or could I use some flex seal 😂 submitted by /u/KKYBoneAEA [link] [comments]”
“What’s y’all’s go to replacement insoles? The insoles on my boots are always the first to go. Looking for suggestions? submitted by /u/Twall00 [link] [comments]”
“PA in Ortho, 54 years old and had a long OR day in my trusty Danskos. Well these shoes are just not it for my aging feet. After I got home and sat for a while I was barely able to walk. What waterproof, wipe down able shoes are people wearing? Really avoiding tennis shoes, even with shoe covers water and blood can get in there and soak through. Appreciate the recs! submitted by /u/ortho_shoe [link] [comments]”
“After two years, the sides of my Asics Gel-Rockets got cheese-gratered by the pistes (my back foot doesn’t stay flat during lunges), so it may be now time to put them to rest/use them as practice shoes. I’m moving to the city so I might have more chances to join tournaments, which is why I’m also looking into possibly getting new ones. Are Ligra 8’s a good option? For me, they’re more accessible than Asics or any badminton shoes (I managed to get mine in an outlet store outside the country). I’m”
“currently using ASIC gel rockets was thinking of getting ballestras but want to know if there are any other models or brands to consider before purchasing submitted by /u/Wonderful-Two7822 [link] [comments]”
“My sister has 2 pairs of chacos sandals. She has worn them down and now 3 out of 4 sandals have holes in the bottom. Chacos will repair them for $50 USD but shes not interested in putting more money into them. Anyone know what can be done with them? Donation centers Will likely throw them away. Conversely, if anybody wants them, all she asks is for you to pay shipping. Size kids 5/women's 7. They would ship from NJ submitted by /u/BugzMiranda [link] [comments]”
“Good day gentlemen. Here's my struggle. Looking to replace my ancient Ecco terracruise that finally fell apart with something similar that can be found in a mainstream outlet (no online order). Design specs: - lightweight - can be put on and off in seconds (quick lace strongly preferred. Yes, I know this can be put on anything afterwards) - can kick stuff, climb places, be stomped on, etc. No suede crap, plasticky finish, no white sole or anything. - breathable - at least partially blends in”
“I'm searching for quality footwear that will keep me safe walking on shingled roofs. I've seen a lot of mixed reviews about cougar paws, along with pictures of the pads ripping apart very quickly. I've also seen pics of contra shoes fraying apart very quickly. Is there another brand that has the pads on the bottoms that are better quality? submitted by /u/SDreams333 [link] [comments]”
“To Whom It May Concern, TL;DR at the top - Shoe For Crews declared bankruptcy in 2024. As of 2025 they were under entirely new management. Their shoes are garbage that fall apart immediately now. Like, shoes that used to last me 18mos are falling apart in 6mos now. The change is so drastic while prices continue to rise that after 13yrs of being a loyal customer who constantly recommended these shoes to colleagues, I refuse to ever give them money again. Longer version - Since 2013 I have only ev”