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Post by foster on Sept 6, 2023 15:18:36 GMT
Bit of a dilemma here... I can't stop going for blue trainers, so I've picked out 3 pairs and then a 4th pair that's a different colour. Opinions, or just name your top 2 or something. My sons trying to get me to buy some low dunks. I think I'm too old for that. Originals Jeans ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_666349_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto) ZX 750s (on sale) - less smart but a lot more comfy ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_624912_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto) Originals LA (on sale) ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_627845_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto) Originals Jeans - Just to keep away from blue. ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_666347_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto)
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Post by salopstick on May 24, 2024 21:48:51 GMT
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Post by prestwichpotter on May 24, 2024 22:02:28 GMT
On my last trip to Germany in a random sports shop in a provincial market town near the Dutch border they had the Saucony trainers I like in size 11's in 4 different colours for 50 euros a pair in the sale. So I bought all 4, they'll keep me going for a while..... ![](https://s7d4.scene7.com/is/image/WolverineWorldWide/S2108-880_1?$dw-pdp-primary$)
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Post by foster on May 24, 2024 22:42:34 GMT
Finally bought my first and last pair of air max last weekend. Got navy blue air max ivo.
Don't think my age would allow for a flashier version.
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Post by milton58 on May 25, 2024 3:21:16 GMT
Bit of a dilemma here... I can't stop going for blue trainers, so I've picked out 3 pairs and then a 4th pair that's a different colour. Opinions, or just name your top 2 or something. My sons trying to get me to buy some low dunks. I think I'm too old for that. Originals Jeans ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_666349_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto) ZX 750s (on sale) - less smart but a lot more comfy ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_624912_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto) Originals LA (on sale) ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_627845_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto) Originals Jeans - Just to keep away from blue. ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_666347_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto) la trainers probably one of comfiest trainers I've had but can be slippery on certain surfaces
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Post by foster on May 25, 2024 4:16:34 GMT
Bit of a dilemma here... I can't stop going for blue trainers, so I've picked out 3 pairs and then a 4th pair that's a different colour. Opinions, or just name your top 2 or something. My sons trying to get me to buy some low dunks. I think I'm too old for that. Originals Jeans ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_666349_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto) ZX 750s (on sale) - less smart but a lot more comfy ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_624912_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto) Originals LA (on sale) ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_627845_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto) Originals Jeans - Just to keep away from blue. ![](https://i8.amplience.net/i/jpl/jd_666347_a?qlt=92&w=950&h=673&v=1&fmt=auto) la trainers probably one of comfiest trainers I've had but can be slippery on certain surfaces Didn't know you spoke French Milton. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/800541/images/KYqg3pYeaerc5lD_P7BR.gif) I ended up taking the two 'jeans' models. One of which i haven't worn yet. Seem to be going through a midlife crisis where I'm buying trainers. I also got some white vans and lacoste that I've only worn once.
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Post by foster on May 25, 2024 4:29:50 GMT
On my last trip to Germany in a random sports shop in a provincial market town near the Dutch border they had the Saucony trainers I like in size 11's in 4 different colours for 50 euros a pair in the sale. So I bought all 4, they'll keep me going for a while..... ![](https://s7d4.scene7.com/is/image/WolverineWorldWide/S2108-880_1?$dw-pdp-primary$) Assuming that's the shadow model. You made a decent amount of savings with that deal.
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Post by salopstick on May 25, 2024 5:56:23 GMT
Finally bought my first and last pair of air max last weekend. Got navy blue air max ivo. Don't think my age would allow for a flashier version. Mate just get some all white 95s
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Post by telfordstoke on May 25, 2024 6:12:11 GMT
la trainers probably one of comfiest trainers I've had but can be slippery on certain surfaces Didn't know you spoke French Milton. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/800541/images/KYqg3pYeaerc5lD_P7BR.gif) I ended up taking the two 'jeans' models. One of which i haven't worn yet. Seem to be going through a midlife crisis where I'm buying trainers. I also got some white vans and lacoste that I've only worn once. Good choice , smart shoe, ironically I found 2 pairs yesterday that I'd bought in pandemic and never worn, one under stairs(stuck behind some CDs!) and one in garage behind an Xmas decs box. Was literally like Xmas when I found them lol
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Post by cobhamstokey on May 25, 2024 6:29:00 GMT
I’ve got a few Diesel pairs and some Vans too. Really find the Diesel ones very comfortable.
I really need to buy myself some Adidas Originals as I’ve never had a pair and they’re very iconic. Blue with yellow stripe would be my choice if they do them.
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Post by foster on May 25, 2024 6:40:49 GMT
I’ve got a few Diesel pairs and some Vans too. Really find the Diesel ones very comfortable. I really need to buy myself some Adidas Originals as I’ve never had a pair and they’re very iconic. Blue with yellow stripe would be my choice if they do them. Reckon these would suit you mate ![](https://images.kleertjes.com/i/kleertjes/17199082_pb_01/adidas-sportswear-tensaur-run-2-0-sneakers-kobaltblauw-blauw-blauw-4066765003348.jpg?w=1024&h=1024&qlt=75&fit=contain) ... Alternatively, there's the LA trainer version ![](https://www.consortium.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/1000x/af097278c5db4767b0fe9bb92fe21690/a/d/adidas-originals-la-trainer-night-indigo-crew-yellow-chalk-white-id4632_0000_cat.jpg)
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Post by cobhamstokey on May 25, 2024 7:01:03 GMT
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Post by musik on May 25, 2024 8:29:04 GMT
Sneakers is a sick overpriced phenomena in this world. I found my old light blue Adidas in suede, tried them on but the sole had become too hard and it was dangerous to go on the stairs and the pavement with them on, so I threw them away. Some days later I saw an ad where one pair of those was sold for 2450 SEK (£180). I bought them only twenty years ago for 500 SEK (£38).
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Post by frasier37 on May 25, 2024 9:41:05 GMT
All this padding and protection is not good for the health of your feet. Yes, protection from modern day flooring (concrete) but, as ever the whole industry has geared us all up to believe we need ridiculous amounts of protection and also.....style is put above health....even trainers like Asics with the "wider foot" is not really what it says as even they are narrow where it counts....in the front box area. I've been wearing Barefoot shoes for 90% of the last 2 years. When I put my bare foot over my old Adidas trainer now it's atleast 1 toe too narrow. That shows how my feet have been caged in for years.
Yes, hard concrete is a problem for our feet but, over padding reduces our muscle functions hugely which can create not only foot but, knee and hip probs
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Post by thehartshillbadger on May 25, 2024 9:45:33 GMT
Tigers are the most comfortable trainers I’ve ever owned. Currently wearing Adidas Samoas (cus they were cheap at £40), a pair of totally plain white Oliver Sweeneys (which I have to say are crap for the money at £200 a pair) and my mid life crisis trainers are Nike Air Max (really in your face one’s which my ladies kids laugh at)
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Post by mickeythemaestro on May 25, 2024 9:52:39 GMT
All this padding and protection is not good for the health of your feet. Yes, protection from modern day flooring (concrete) but, as ever the whole industry has geared us all up to believe we need ridiculous amounts of protection and also.....style is put above health....even trainers like Asics with the "wider foot" is not really what it says as even they are narrow where it counts....in the front box area. I've been wearing Barefoot shoes for 90% of the last 2 years. When I put my bare foot over my old Adidas trainer now it's atleast 1 toe too narrow. That shows how my feet have been caged in for years. Yes, hard concrete is a problem for our feet but, over padding reduces our muscle functions hugely which can create not only foot but, knee and hip probs It's a fair point. I try on so many pairs that look great yet when you try them on they feel awful and then it's a big dilemma 😅. Invariably I succumb and then 2 months later they end up with the others in the back of the wardrobe. Although I've recycled loads now as my sons feet are the same size as me now thankfully. I've slowly learned to go practical comfort over style now. Great when you get both, rare though..
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Post by jesusmcmuffin on May 25, 2024 10:46:56 GMT
Got a pair of London Calling Converse All Stars but never worn them
Adidas Jeans are pretty nice. Never liked New Balance for some reason.
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Post by mickeythemaestro on May 25, 2024 10:55:21 GMT
Got a pair of London Calling Converse All Stars but never worn them Adidas Jeans are pretty nice. Never liked New Balance for some reason. Too narrow New Balance which is a shame as they look decent in a retro kind of way. Saucony or however you spell it look decent. Never tried a pair on though. Dont sell them in many places from my experience...
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Post by jesusmcmuffin on May 25, 2024 10:57:20 GMT
Got a pair of London Calling Converse All Stars but never worn them Adidas Jeans are pretty nice. Never liked New Balance for some reason. Too narrow New Balance which is a shame as they look decent in a retro kind of way. Saucony or however you spell it look decent. Never tried a pair on though. Dont sell them in many places from my experience... Mentioned before..really Patrick Rio . Beckenbauer my faves
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Post by prestwichpotter on May 25, 2024 11:12:16 GMT
Got a pair of London Calling Converse All Stars but never worn them Adidas Jeans are pretty nice. Never liked New Balance for some reason. Too narrow New Balance which is a shame as they look decent in a retro kind of way. Saucony or however you spell it look decent. Never tried a pair on though. Dont sell them in many places from my experience... I've just bought direct from the Saucony website on previous occasions, they have had a sale on recently some were reduced from £100 to £60 but unless you have relatively small feet I think they've pretty much all gone. I like New Balance but like you find them too narrow, Saucony are proper comfortable trainers their specialist running shoes are great as well. My wife has a pair of HOFF trainers which she loves, I might try a pair of the mens at some point to see what they're like.... thehoffbrand.com/en-gb
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Post by mickeythemaestro on May 25, 2024 11:25:31 GMT
Too narrow New Balance which is a shame as they look decent in a retro kind of way. Saucony or however you spell it look decent. Never tried a pair on though. Dont sell them in many places from my experience... I've just bought direct from the Saucony website on previous occasions, they have had a sale on recently some were reduced from £100 to £60 but unless you have relatively small feet I think they've pretty much all gone. I like New Balance but like you find them too narrow, Saucony are proper comfortable trainers their specialist running shoes are great as well. My wife has a pair of HOFF trainers which she loves, I might try a pair of the mens at some point to see what they're like.... thehoffbrand.com/en-gbI wonder if The Hoff has a pair. I'd make him the brand marketing star 😆
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Post by salopstick on May 25, 2024 13:37:37 GMT
Tigers are the most comfortable trainers I’ve ever owned. Currently wearing Adidas Samoas (cus they were cheap at £40), a pair of totally plain white Oliver Sweeneys (which I have to say are crap for the money at £200 a pair) and my mid life crisis trainers are Nike Air Max (really in your face one’s which my ladies kids laugh at) I got two pairs of 95s all white and all black. Great with jeans for out out. I don’t care what my lad thinks
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Post by milton58 on May 25, 2024 13:47:29 GMT
la trainers probably one of comfiest trainers I've had but can be slippery on certain surfaces Didn't know you spoke French Milton. ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/800541/images/KYqg3pYeaerc5lD_P7BR.gif) I ended up taking the two 'jeans' models. One of which i haven't worn yet. Seem to be going through a midlife crisis where I'm buying trainers. I also got some white vans and lacoste that I've only worn once. been having a mid life crisis for the last 40 years when it comes to trainers and jackets only ever buy Adidas though being old school 6 pairs of sambas.. la trainers Adidas dragon becjenbauer all round...Adidas court and just purchased a pair of white classic...closest one I have come too from the old favourite of mine Adidas kick
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Post by LL Cool Dave on May 25, 2024 22:14:24 GMT
Love Gazelles but finding the sole wears far too easily at the ball of the feet. Same with a pair of Broomfields. Also have a pair of Hamburgs but find them really flat and don't offer much support. Won't be buying any more Adidas trainers sadly.
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Post by foster on May 25, 2024 22:21:40 GMT
Love Gazelles but finding the sole wears far too easily at the ball of the feet. Same with a pair of Broomfields. Also have a pair of Hamburgs but find them really flat and don't offer much support. Won't be buying any more Adidas trainers sadly. Always got adidas originals (samba suades) until a few years ago when I injured a heel. It gets sore whenever I do a lot of jogging or hiking so have switched to thicker soles. To be fair addidas running trainers are decent. They're just not up to my standard of coolness when wearing with jeans or smart shorts.
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Post by westlandstokie on May 26, 2024 9:25:49 GMT
I’m wearing Adidas Samba at the moment…love them…so comfortable…I’m going to order another pair for my holidays 😎👍
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Post by Veritas on May 26, 2024 9:35:24 GMT
Dunlop Green Flash set a mark which not many have got close to.
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Post by salopstick on Jun 20, 2024 18:25:26 GMT
Added some on running trainers to the rotation. Very comfortable indeed.
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Post by questionable on Jun 21, 2024 7:59:39 GMT
I have a quite a few pairs of adidas trainers mainly because my daughters friend gets 40% discount on them but they’re not that comfortable I find.
Only wear Oliver Sweeney now which I find extremely well made and more importantly comfortable and they look really smart, collection is coming along nicely.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Jun 23, 2024 16:13:22 GMT
I have a quite a few pairs of adidas trainers mainly because my daughters friend gets 40% discount on them but they’re not that comfortable I find. Only wear Oliver Sweeney now which I find extremely well made and more importantly comfortable and they look really smart, collection is coming along nicely. My Oliver Sweeneys seemed to perish really quickly on the soul. They look classy but for the price I wouldn’t have another pair
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