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If you haven’t heard about Keen Utility footwear, then you don’t know what you've been missing. This American footwear and accessories company invented their first Keen shoes in 2003 to feature a signature black toe bumper. After discovering great opportunity in sailing and other outdoor ...

Asics is well known in the world of running shoes, and not without a reason. Ever since they started making shoes, they delivered on quality and performance and this includes the Gel Contend 4 as well. The new Gel Contend 4 is a highly durable running shoe that doesn’t lack in comfort and st...

The new Nike Flex Experience RN 6 is a lightweight, neutral road running shoe with excellent cushioning and traction on both dry and wet surfaces. The outsole now features smoother hexagonal lugs for added stability and flex grooves between them for enhanced flexibility. The new single-piece mesh upp...

Brooks has made quite the name for themselves in the industry, and their Ghost line is a winner for many runners. The newest Brooks Ghost 11 combined the old with the new by keeping the BioMoGo foam in the midsole for a customized experience and adding the new DNA Loft midsole insert for enhanced cus...

When we talk about Skechers we instantly think of the memory foam cushioned footbed and their cool athletic design. The American shoe company, situated in Manhattan Beach, California was established by CEO Robert Greenberg and his son Michael in 1992. When the company started in 1983, they were best ...

Adidas is a company that has been all about sports for many decades. They have remained at the forefront of modern technology since the beginning, but always staying true to their brand All Day I Dream About Sports. The Adidas Cloudfoam Ultimate Shoe has one thing in mind and does so many things righ...

What defines a training shoe? A training shoe is designed to be a slightly heavier shoe to help build muscle. New Balance shoes have long been associated with being high quality, with the latest science and technology to improve a runner’s performance. The 608v4 sprang onto the market as a shoe...

In 1966, two Swiss siblings, Ernest and Art Brunner moved to California and began their very own organization. They concentrated on structuring sneakers which were up-to-date as well as agreeable and solid. The brand K-Swiss was instituted to be a mix of their Swiss and American legacy. The K-Swiss A...

Puma Shoe Company was formed in 1924 by two brothers in Germany. Puma has seen a lot of fads come and go in their long history. Puma has a long history of pairing sports with celebrities of the days. One story tells of the brothers’ trip to the 1936 Berlin Olympics where they convinced American...

APL or Athletic Propulsion Labs, a new name that most have never heard of, how can they compete with seasoned veterans? Founded in 2009 by twin brothers who were both collegiate athletes, the two quickly realized that they could take what they learned from the college sporting fields and brought them...

The New Balance Fresh foam Vongo V3 boasts of being the best in the line of Fresh Foam stability shoes. The new shoe is the company’s flagship, and it is also their first release on their Fresh Foam category. It is a great shoe especially for runners who are searching for a trusted brand, high-...

Nike has been associated for as long as many athletes can remember as a performance shoe. The lines of a Nike shoe just stand out and say run faster, jump higher, keep going and just do it. As with many shoe companies, Nike is always concerned with making a high-quality shoe that can be worn by ...

The Vans Atwood is a sleek, low-top shoe designed in the rich tradition of Vans footwear to offer a solid mix of functionality, durability, and style.  A sporty, casual and skate-capable pair of sneakers, it stands out from a crowded field of footwear with its signature look. Sporting the classic waf...

The Ariat Fatbaby is an elegant cowgirl boot primarily designed as functional fashion footwear but not approved for riding.  In the proud Ariat outdoor boot tradition, the Fatbaby is sturdy, strong and stylish all in one - meant to last a lifetime while still being a closet favorite.  Though highly d...

The Puma Fierce Swan is a trainer and performance sneaker - it’s also one of the newer models by this particular brand. The Puma Fierce Swan is built with enhanced movement in mind. It is geared towards offering convenience and comfort during a dance, aerobics, or other sporting activities. Dancers d...

The Adidas Samba was originally created in 1950 for football players to use to train on frozen outdoor pitches. It was developed during Adidas initial beginnings; the Samba has the honor of being the first ever soccer shoe intended to facilitate players in training on hard and icy surfaces. It is con...

Reebok Rapide is an upgraded version of the lightweight runner which was introduced by the brand in the mid-'80s. The company announced it as a fashionable sportswear best fit for jogging. Although the retro design of the sportswear differs a bit from that of its original design, it went through a bi...

Having casual footwear is very important - sometimes you have to look simple, casual, sporty and attractive. That being said, you might wonder what type of sneakers to wear. Wouldn’t you rather wear something lightweight if you’re likely to be wearing it all day? The Puma Roma is the ideal sneaker to...

Converse has been around for a decent considerable length of time, producing sneakers that are nothing short of spectacular. Many of their shoes carry the traditional Chevron star logo and are incredibly stylish. The Thunderbolt by Converse has an epic new running shoe design. It's fully equipped wit...

I can assure you that you’ve never seen a shoe quite like the Adidas Future craft 4D. This shoe is Adidas answer to those who have been seeking something that is unique, comfortable, and full of functionality. Incorporated into its design are various cushioning features as well as concepts that have ...

The Finnish sneaker brand Karhu has been around for a very long time. They’ve dropped shoe after functional shoe and have amazed their patrons with both their consistency and eye for style. The thing about this brand though is that even though they’ve been around for a very long time and have been co...

Hoka creates some wonderfully functional running shoes. From the Stinson all the way down to their fantastically designed Gaviota, their shoes all provide the highest level of performance and allow wearers to push themselves to areas that have never before been seen by them. The shoe that we are goin...

The Nike Kaishi 2.0 has widely been claimed to be one of the more comfortable shoes that Nike has produced in a very long time. Why is this? Why is this shoe viewed as something that provides long-lasting comfort; the comfort that goes far beyond that which is received by the more-expensive shoes. Th...

Nike is a brand that is known and trusted by all for their quality and style. They have been a leading sports brand for a number of years and are known for the endorsing of a number of well-known players. LeBron has partnered with Nike designer Jason Petrie and combined qualities of his past shoes wi...

Nike is known for stepping out of the box and creating shoes that are comfortable, stylish, and practical. This time around they have decided to recreate a popular shoe called the Nike Air Flight 95 Jason Kidd Premium. The original thought that Nike conjured was to update the original design with new...

New Balance has been one of the top competitors in the sports shoe industry since 1906. They are known for raising the bar when it comes to comfort and practicality of sneakers.  It is no surprise that New Balance’s 574 have been a hit since coming onto the scene in 1988 and since become the symbol o...

The Vans UltraRange is the perfect choice for individuals who prefer to have that extra level of comfort and durability in the designs of their shoes. While the initial Vans skate shoe lines have all featured designs that allowed for an amazing level of functionality when used in a skating environmen...

The Air Max 93 is back and with some major improvements. This shoe is one that was initially released several decades ago and was known as one of the more stylish and comfortable shoes of its time. Due to the use of various different technologies, the design of this shoe is one that is favored by sev...

Nobull isn’t one of the brands that we see every day; they’re new and have made their way into the athletic shoe market as if by force. They have sleek and stylish shoes created with just a splash of creativity. Each and every one of their shoes are made with just the right blend of materials and a d...

Lately, Nike has been recreating everything and putting it in a Flyknit skin. What does that mean for the shoe designs themselves? This means that many of the shoes that were once very uncomfortable or otherwise lacked breathability now provide wearers with what they need in terms of airflow quite ea...

If you like Air Max shoes but have yet to find a model that blended just right with both your need for style and your need for comfort, I encourage you to give the 270 a try. This shoe obviously makes use of the Air Max materials in the heel of the shoe but, as an added bonus offers comfort in the wa...

Reebok is known for creating designs for their shoes that go well beyond what wearer’s need. The stability and cushioning incorporated into the various midsoles allow wearers to have what they need whenever they are engaging in a high-speed activity. The Reebok Workout is a shoe that, as the name sug...

ECCO  is a European shoe company which has been around since 1963. When you think of the ECCO brand, extraordinary craftsmanship, innovation, devotion to quality, and a commitment to a heritage of excellence comes to mind. ECCO has always made it a point to build and maintain positive relationships w...

The New Balance 247 classic is, without a doubt, one of the most creative, comfortable shoes that you’ll see on the market for a long time. New Balance has finally decided to begin competing against the big boys in the shoe game such as Nike and Adidas. Many individuals have been confined to wearing ...

Inov-8 is a fairly new brand. Their shoes have a mixture of both style and creativity incorporated into their designs. This creativity is what they, as a brand, are known for(hence the name). The All-Train 215 Knit is a shoe that goes beyond what is typical of the brand. This is an exciting new cross...

The Project Rock Delta By Under Armour is a shoe that may not be appealing at first, at least not when you hear the name, but eventually will grow on you. The shoe is a remake of the popular shoe the Delta Highlight. The only thing about the Rock Delta is that it’s designed by an individual that we a...

The New Balance Minimus 40 is a shoe that handles exceptionally well on both a variety of surfaces and during several different activities. For this very reason, the Minimus 40 is considered one of the best recent additions to the cross fit category of shoes. Sporting a highly athletic design as well...

Since the inception of the Nano series in 2010, Reebok has diligently worked closely with the CrossFit community in an effort to build the best CrossFit shoe. The series has grown to be very reputable and dependable. This time, however, it appears that Reebok has outdone themselves and have definitel...

First, there was the AlphaBounce but now, there’s the AlphaBounce Beyond. This shoe is designed for those who’re seeking optimum levels of traction and durability while they are out on a court either training or in a game. These shoes differ from that of the original in many ways; ways that will be t...

Many have had great difficulty finding either a training or CrossFit shoe that could meet their needs. Whether it be that the shoe has too little cushioning for heavy-duty training or is actually too soft to be used for an adequate training period, many shoes just don’t have what it takes. Eventually...

Adidas hit the shoe market hard with their release of the CrazyTrain Elite. This shoe packs in just about everything someone who is serious about training could need. Not only is it a stylish training shoe, but the revolutionary material that comprises each part of the product makes the CrazyTrain El...

The Teva Arrowood WP is one of those shoes that you may look at in the store and probably not even consider to be a viable option for trekking through rigorous terrains. Despite their looks, these shoes are a pair that most definitely give the wearer what they’d need in order to outperform any indivi...

Okay, so if you’re looking for a shoe that is designed specifically for use on a volleyball court look no further than the Adidas Crazyflight X. This shoe has features specifically designed to give the wearer a crazy level of comfort for the heel of their foot as well as cushioning that accentuates e...

The 10th iteration of the Nike Zoom Lebron Soldier is out and it is aptly titled the Nike Zoom Lebron Soldier 10. The shoe comes with a new and improved laceless design that really allows it to provide the wearer’s with a new feel while in the shoe; seriously, a laceless design is one that is c...

The Adidas Gazelle is one of Adidas original creations. The shoe has most of the things that one can ask for in terms of style; it’s sleek, comes in a variety of colorways, and has been worn in some rather elaborate outfits by some of the worlds outgoing artists. On top of that, the shoe gives ...

The Under Armour Threadborne Slingflex is designed in such a way a to allow the shoe to provide the wearer with both smooth transitions and comfort during use. The materials placed throughout the shoe flex with the wearer’s foot and ensures that the wearer experiences the shock absorbent n...

The follow-up to the previous Air Zoom Odyssey, the Nike Air Zoom Odyssey 2 features various technologies that improve upon the experience received by the wearer of the shoe. The sole unit of Nike Air Zoom Odyssey 2 has added cushioning that enables the shoe to provide a high level of comfort to the ...

Adidas has designed multiple shoes that function relatively well on trail terrains; the one that is always mentioned at the top of these trail shoes is the Adidas Tracerocker. This shoe was designed to provide the wearer of the shoe with high levels of functionality as well as comfort. The materials ...

The first thing that must be mentioned about the Adidas Adistar Boost ESM is that the shoe provides the wearer with extreme levels of comfort due to the various features of the shoe. The addition of the Boost material in the sole unit of the shoe increases the comfort level achieved tremendously and ...

The end of 2017 ushered in the release of the coveted Nike Air More Uptempo basketball shoe (see more b-ball shoes here), which is essentially a modernized version of the original shoe released in the 1990s. It functions mainly as a basketball shoe, but can definitely be worn for more casual activiti...

Minimalism was on the mind of the creator at Nike when they first got started making the Nike air Huarache. The design for the Nike Air Huarache Ultra was first introduced by Nike shoe designer Tinker Hatfield in 1995. He designed the shoe after being inspired by a neoprene like material that he saw ...

Adidas has decided to take a different route with the Adidas glide series and dropped the glide portion off the title with the recently released ninth edition. The dropping of the Glide from the title signifies a change; This is hinted at by the slightly better design and overall performance. As far ...

The Nike Zoom Fly 2 is the much anticipated follow up to its well-known predecessor.  The original runner struck a great balance between speed, responsiveness and cushioning.  Many Zoom Fly lovers will be hoping for more of the same but somehow better, as is the case with sequel shoes. ...

It’s been 20 years since Tinker Hatfield helped create the Nike Zoom Air Talaria original which was released in 1997 but, its popularity remains strong enough to have a full revival in March of 2016. This golden throwback was the evolution of the incredibly responsive cushioning technology 2 years pr...

The Nike Streak 6 is a lightweight unisex racing flat that is more than capable at handling long distance running. Nike sponsored athletes have even been spotted donning the Nike Streak 6 for marathon competitions around the globe. It is the predecessor to the successful Nike Streak 5, with some subs...

Nike made waves in 2015 with the release of the Hypercross TR 2, a training shoe that is designed specifically for people who partake in activities involving a lot of side-to-side movement; this includes boxing, aerobics, weight-training, and similar activities. It is an updated and revolutionized ve...

The release of the Nike Roshe 2 brought a lot of skepticism because many wondered how such a popular and beloved shoe could be topped. Unsurprisingly, this update on a true classic did not disappoint. The Roshe 2 is a lot more comfortable than the Roshe because it is made with different, more complex...

There are always extremely high expectations whenever Nike releases a new shoe, and the hype surrounding the Air Max Plus is certainly well deserved. It is Nike’s so-called “sophisticated twist on the 90s original” and it boasts a lot high-quality functions for above one hundred-fif...

Nike is at it yet again with their quality footwear, and this time it comes in the form of the Nike Zoom Pegasus 32 running shoe. With such a vast variety of colors to choose from, it is no wonder why it is such a popular choice in nearly every demographic. Like all of this company’s products, ...

If your training is consistent and you track a ton of miles regularly the Air Zoom Pegasus may be the right shoe for you. The underfoot cushioning just hits the mark, although they are not the lightest runner Nike has released. Actually, they are on the heavy side at around ten ounces. You may b...

There’s no more worrying about laces with the Skechers Women’s Premium-Premix Slip-On Sneaker. This sneaker looks classy and professional while still being safe and comfy. These are easy to slip on shoes with fashionable detailing and excellent safety ratings. Get back to the basics of...