Buy Converse CONVERSE CHUCK TAYLOR OPTICAL
I bought these directly from Merrell (they had come out the day I called them re: Chameleon Gore-Tex), and they were $7 cheaper, but that's irrelevant. Without a doubt, these are the most comfortable hiking shoes I've ever owned. From the moment I slipped them on, they were as comfortable as loafers. My concern was that they wouldn't give enough support, but the next day I walked 8 miles on some pretty steep hills and rocky trails, and they were fantastic. They didn't rub, and the soles and tread were just right.
These are half the weight of the Chameleon3 Gore-Tex Merrells which I'm still using for more difficult national park trails, in part because the Gore-Tex is waterproof. (But since these are shoe height, step in a stream more than 5" deep, and forget about the waterproofing.) Still, it was amazing that anything this light could provide such comfort and support. The sizing was perfect, something that I've only been able to say once before (and I have 4 pair of Merrells and 2 of Eccos). I'm certain that there will be another pair of these in my future.
One recommendation (not a complaint): There could be loops on the tongues because the tongue tends to roll under when you first put the shoes on. However, before you tighten the laces, there's room enough to slip a finger under and smooth the tongue out. Takes another second or two.
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I need to find Chuck Taylor All Star low top laced Converse in optical white and a women's size 6. Their website doesn't have size 6 available and every other store i checked doesn't have the low top ones in white. Does anyone know a website that has this exact shoe?
I really want a pai of converse but i don't know which ones to buy..I'm stuck between the chuck taylor optical white converse and the multi-tongued converse....HELP!?
first time ever getting them. high or low, leather non leather, what one
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