We hope your 4th of July weekend is filled with tasty BBQ food and shoes….all in one meal.
Hamburger Shoes of the day
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Men’s Z7 Breathe footwear review
Shoes that help improve your health just by lacing them up? Then, who needs a gym when you have these shoes? There is a ton of hype right now around shoes that get you in shape just by wearing them. MBT shoes were the first to market shoes that would subconsciously engage your muscles as they were made to mimic walking barefoot on a sandy beach. Sketchers entered the scene and have hired Joe Montana as their spokesperson, yawn. One of the companies who has recently entered the market and done their research is Z7Footwear.
Who is Z7Footwear? The 26th letter in the alphabet is Z. There are 26 bones in the feet. Enter; letter Z. There are 7 major muscle groups in your lower body that are used when you walk. Enter; number 7. Add footwear and you get the name. Their theory is simple, by wearing their shoes, you can burn more calories, create better muscle tone, and develop a greater sense of balance over time. Below is an info-graphic that highlights this statement.
*image courtesy of Z7Footwear
I received a pair of shoes from Z7 this spring. I have had a chance to wear test these new shoes and when I first laced them up, I was fully expecting to feel off-balance or uneven on my feet. That didn’t happen at all, in fact on the first wear test they were surprisingly comfortable. The theory behind the Z7 is mimicking the feel of walking on a cobblestone road. Find your natural path to balance with a pair of Z7’s.
The shoes of the day: Z7Footwear’s Breathe.
*image courtesy of Z7Footwear
Some people think it is a gimmick, others think it is the latest and greatest. If you are looking at purchasing a pair of these new toning shoes, we recommend z7Footwear. Why? Because they are the only “toning shoes” that look like they belong on your feet and not at the circus. We like them. What do you think?
Disclosure: I received these shoes complementary from Z7Footwear. If I didn’t like them, I wouldn’t have written about them.
Aetrex Gramercy Shoes Review
A true sign of old age is when you like “slipping on” your shoes rather than tying them. We received these shoes from our friends at Aetrex a few months ago, and have nearly worn them out. Of my 15 pairs of dress shoes, only 3 have laces. Yes, when it comes to dress shoes, I am partial to slip-ons. Most slip-ons look like- well, they look like slip-ons. We have enjoyed these shoes so much we have outlined 5 reasons that your next pair of dress shoes should be Aetrex Gramercy G220 Slip-ons.
Pros: Soft supple leather uppers that have instant comfort built-in.
Cons: The mid-sole has a tough time keeping its fresh polished look. But the comfort is worth the minor cosmetic scuffing.
Buy them if: care about your feet feeling and looking good. Also, if you’re seeking a comfortable shoe that is easy to break-in with some customization for your feet.
Forget about them if: you like your hard crispy leather dress shoes that you know you will wear someday, when the blister goes away.
Disclosure: I received these shoes complementary from Aetrex. If I didn’t like them, I wouldn’t have written about them.
Keen Shoes Review
Before I share my candid shoe review, first let me say that I am pretty keen on Keen shoes. In fact I currently own 3 pair. Late last year, I purchased the Keen Shellrock WP for winter trail running. The WP – it stands for waterproof, “KEEN.DRY” style. The Keen “right-out-of-the-box” comfort was there, but the promised Keen performance was missing.
Pros: The water-proof works and I put the KEEN.DRY to the test. I ran until the snow got too deep, then strapped on snow shoes and kept running. My feet remained dry. I would be remiss if I didn’t give a little credit to my wool socks. These are great everyday shoes during the rainy season or when you want to keep your feet dry. The ubiquitous keen toe protection really does what it says.
Cons: They are extremely heavy. They have zero traction for trail running and I like meaty traction. The S3 heel support structure is alright, but the low cut heel leaves your heel slipping and sliding on every ascent. Also, if you suffer from the “my-second-toe-is-longer-than-my-big-toe-coolness” like I do, then you will want to find another shoe too.
Buy them if: they are on sale, they are not worth $120.
Forget about them if: you want real trail running shoes.
Today’s shoe review: Asics Gel-Trabuco® 12 WR. Trail running shoes are hot this time of year, specifically these new runners from Asics. The first pair of running shoes that I purchased were Asics, as they came highly recommended from a female track-star (we think both of those qualifications are sufficient validation for any running shoe purchase.)
The Gel-Trabuco® all-weather design offers all-trail protection. They are incredibly light-weight at only 9oz. The Gusset design keeps out all the stuff that you don’t want in your shoes. The forefoot rock plate helps protect your toes. Water-resistant upper keeps the water out, but still allows your foot to breathe. The unique recipe for the grip of the sole is intended to provide excellent traction. This may be the ideal shoe for your outdoor running, as the spring weather is always unpredictable. Keep your footwear predictable with these Asics.
Shoes Of The Day? Ascis. Gel. Trabuco®. 12. WR. Period.
How many miles have you run so far this year? Leave us a comment if you are still holding true to your shoe-year resolutions.
Below are our top 10 best shoe pictures!
Best Trail Running Shoes: This is a picture from one of shoes of the day’s good friends Matt G, runner and outdoor extraordinaire!
Best On-The-Court Shoes: The New Air Jordan 1 Alpha shoes that will release in early 2010. Worn by Dwyane Wade.
Best Business Shoes: In the Business category, it’s hard to beat Google’s Co-Founder Sergey Brin sporting the Vibram Five Fingers.
Dancing Shoes: John Fluevog best picture of a shoe integrated with a dancing cartoon. John’s site has some hot shoes, you should probably check it out. (disclaimer: shoes of the day has no affiliation with Mr. Fluevog. We think he’s got some unique kicks are fun to look at.)
Tribute Shoes: Michael Jackson’s Moonwalking shoes Selling for $33,343
Graduation Shoes: Chuck Taylor’s all lined up.
Best Shoe Lighting Display: Lights on the Chucks!
Greenest Background shoes: Feeling Green? Me too!
Best Wedding Shoes: Time to tie the knot?
Enjoy Every Minute Shoes: They “Grow Up Too Fast.”
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Happy Valentines Shoes Of The Day.
Maybe next year you’ll buy her the heels she wanted instead of the running shoes you thought she’d love.
Thanks for the priceless picture Dan – today was awesome!
If you want our take on running shoes – read our running shoe reviews
Chuck Taylor’s Shoes Of the Day, Again!
By now you may have abandoned most of your New Years resolutions, right? Hang on, don’t give up on the rock star goal just yet. These shoes may be the answer and will make you feel like a rock star all year long.
“Chuck-out” these Pink Floyd Chuck Taylor Converse All Stars. When you wear these you can really ask your feet “Hello, hello, is there anybody in there?”
You like the doors? Then sing “Hello, I love you wont you tell me your name?” Yes, open the door and meet the Chuck Taylor.
If you like the Grateful Dead, these Chuck Taylor’s are yours and the next time you listen to “truckin’” think about changing the lyrics to “Chuckin’ got my chips cashed in. Keep Chuckin’, like the do-dah man. Together, more or less in line, just keep chuckin’ on.”
Finally, if you’re now a new fan of The Who because of their halftime performance at the Superbowl, then these are your shoes.
Thanks for the heads up Todd and thanks to bagginsshoes.com. Enjoy the rock n’ roll shoes of the day!
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