Business casual shoes suitable for walking

Joe Beamish · Jun 14, 2011

I walk everywhere in my non-Alden pennies, but they all have those rubbery do-hickies affixed to the soles, thanks to B. Nelson's shop. Otherwise the soles get torn up too quick in this city.

32rollandrock · Jun 14, 2011

Clark's desert boots, perhaps.

BorderBandit · Jun 14, 2011

If it's really about comfort and ease of walking, Cole Haan hasn't been mentioned. In a lot of their shoes, in a variety of classes, they stick in that Nike Air technology or what have you for more comfort. I have one pair exactly for that reason of being able to walk all day long. I've also bought some for my dad who, through a combination of old football injuries and blood sugar related ailments, needs something that diminishes the pain in his feet and still looks professional.

The Rambler · Jun 14, 2011

Joe Beamish said:
I walk everywhere in my non-Alden pennies, but they all have those rubbery do-hickies affixed to the soles, thanks to B. Nelson's shop. Otherwise the soles get torn up too quick in this city.

Cities are tough, but I think it would take a long time to wear out a sole, and then have B Nelson replace it with a double sole, (as he does for Mac, I think). You'd be many miles down the road by the time that wore out.

Himself · Jun 14, 2011

Bjorn said:
At 5-7 miles you will be fine with leather soled, good quality business shoes. Also, after the trip they will fit like a glove. Bring alternate shoes and athletic tape for heels and soles

I agree. Hopefully the shoes (and your feet) are already broken in though, so you won't need the tape.

That sounds like a lot of walking to most Americans, but it's probably typical for car-free cityfolk, who ride trains and buses and walk.

Luckycharmboi2 · Jun 15, 2011

I like a pair of Peels with rubber soles for my "business casual" days. If you act TODAY, you can get them for 30% off.

PorterSq · Jun 15, 2011

I went with a pair of rubber-soled Bean Handsewn Bluchers. I'll let you all know how it goes. Many thanks for the advice.

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