does anybody else think these shoes just look like overpriced walmart shoes?
i cant justify them
a lotta people saying theyre the pinnacle of simplicity, but i just dont see it
the wavy stitching just looks stupid to me
the shoe also looks like it only fits a narrow foot well
Let's just compare some popular competitors:
Vans Authentic/Era/Slip On: The Lo have a bit thicker/better collar padding and are more form fitting in the heel. My heel lock is perfect in them, but it moves around a decent amount in newer Vans. Thinner insoles, but slightly thicker sole if you look at the Wear Tested cutaway. Doesn't have insane amount of foxing rubber yet it seems from wear tests that they are really durable and don't have Vans QC issues.
Cons CTAS- Thicker suede, have an actual heel and collar. Same points as above.
Cons One Star- Maybe the closest model, but seem to be preferred for durability by user reports.
Blazer- Not a Nike. Inferior insole, less foxing tape. For the VM001 probably the closest competitor. GT Blazers are too narrow for me yet LR don't have foot spillover.