P 6000 Womens Running Shoes (Platinum Violet/Vast Grey/Summit White/Taupe Grey)

Reviewer Byron G Smith

Great for treadmill.

Reviewer Hand

I bought these specifically for cycling with old fashioned toe clips, because I'm weird and I like to know about history and experience things. They were advertised as 10.5US, they are 44eu instead of 45 eu - meaning they "run small", and it's a small 44. I still fit in them, even if they are a tad tight and have been using them with an old peugeot PH11 with the original triangular pedals from the mid 1980's - that style inspired the Look system of "clipless" pedals famously introduced by Greg Lamond in the famous tour pursuit of the badger. Mostly, I just want to pursue coffee and sunshine.

I think these might be the best shoes you can currently buy for use with cycling toe-clips, without spending a fortune or getting shoes that are 20 years old and falling apart. If you're more accustomed to swing out clipless systems such as Look, CrankBros, or Spd, you will recognize immediately that toe clips are far inferior - it took me a few miles to stop yanking my foot out of the back as I tried to sweep through the bottom of my pedal stroke, and it's hard to remember to loosen the strap when coming to a stop. These Puma shoes are very similar to the old sidi shoes that used to be common in cycling, except there's really no stiffness at the end of the toes, and I could tell that I would get a blister on my big toe as a result, so I must meditate on rule 5 of the Velominati prior to using them. I wouldn't be surprised to learn that Puma took this shoe design from an old cycling shoe, the laces are shifted to the outside of the shoe and are easy to keep away from the cranks, while the foot bottom is as stiff as any modern cycling shoe. I think it would be hell to walk around in and I really can't comment on their utility as driving shoes.

The ferrari symbol is a regrettable attribute, as my place in society (AKA not a billionaire) would dictate that anyone wearing such driving shoes while tooling around in their ferrari not only has more money than sense, but likely has additional baggage that (fingers crossed) allows me to feel morally superior; which would make up for being hugely outclassed, financially. It's a kind of 99%'ers sour grapes, you know? If you are this person, please feel free to leave me validating comments about the woes in your otherwise blessed life. Mo-money mo problems?

Reviewer Vanessa Derickson

Vans shoes fit consistently. I know the size I need, and just order.

Reviewer Leonard Cain

Comfortable and durable. I recommend these shoes.

Reviewer Linda S Grubb

Great shoes for the value. Wouldn’t hesitate to buy again

Reviewer Symphony O

the coloring will come off if you have to clean it. also, if these get wet, your socks will turn blue. if kept dry, they are great shoes. more for fashion than athletic performance though.

Reviewer Marie A Nachman

My husband has always used sketchers for coaching basketball and loves the support. These are just as good as the ones he has paid much more for.

Reviewer Brian Baratta

Buen producto, cómodo y buen peso.

Reviewer D Spooner

These shoes fit really well and have a unique look to them. The style can pass for something casual but also can pass for something with a bit more style than the average everyday look. I've only had these shoes a month or two and have already received a few compliments on them. I guess even with their subtle color, the style stands out.

Reviewer Charlie Monsanto

My husband likes this shoe for summer. They are somewhat stiff initially but easy to wear & comfortable with a low, no-show sock. We bought two pairs at different times & both times the size smaller was the perfect fit.