Let’s be real, this entire conversation is so subjective, what works for some won’t work for all. I get why people hate/love 933, they’re made for a very specific narrow foot type and if you’re any another type they’re not going to be anywhere near as comfortable. As someone whose foot is that very narrow type, I love that shoe, it’s comfy and supportive for me. But I get it’s going to be snug and annoying for any wider of a foot.
There are absolutely shoes that are better for a wider variety of people. 99X series lifestyle new balance for instance. I love 99X series but even comfort within that series varies wildly and individual models from person to person. Personally I hate super foamed out shoes, I struggle with my balance in anything thicker or softer than a 990v6. But that’s going to vary for everyone. Just because buddy likes the 933 doesn’t mean he has no concept of what a comfortable shoe is, that shoe just works better for him.
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I dunno something about the 933 fit overall is way too snug or constricting, just not a casual crossover shoe whatsoever. I just wear my pair less and less often as an everyday shoe.
Old man here but I wear my 933s every day to work (desk job) and just to walk around. Even use them on the treadmill or walking a few miles while my kids are at soccer practice and got rid of my running shoes because these just work better for me and I don't need to use an aftermarket insole. I've had a few pairs now since launch, all in my normal dunk size, and I'm wearing the MUSHROOM with STILL WATER colorway now. At nearly 50 and having had lots of foot injuries over the years (Lisfranc fracture, numerous broken toes, plantar fasciitis) the 933 has become my go-to everything shoe. Do what you like with that info. Hope you can find your own goldilocks, too.
Based on the 6 reviews above yours they don't seem like great every day shoes.
I've wanted to buy them but tried them on and they were not comfortable and didn't feel like a good skate shoe.
If you spent $130 on a running shoe, I think you would have your mind blown.
For real.
I started wearing true running shoes whenever I wasn’t skating around when I turned 30. At first I was overly worried I looked like a dorky Seinfeld type but now I wish I had done it sooner. Don’t cheap out either. The “super foams” they use now in the medium to upper priced models are well worth it. Cushion, rebound, and longevity that once you wear for a while will make you not want to touch anything else.
Every company has some version of it now. Your knees will thank you.
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