Kicks! (Sneakers, Tennis Shoes, whatever you call them)

I just laced up the NB 1400CL. I've got to say, I love this shoe. The color is excellent. As I had hoped, it's a very subtle yellow. They will certainly stand out, but not blindingly so.



Additionally, I made another great discovery. It would seem the 1400s have a slightly wider toe box, which accomodates my size H width feet a bit better than the 996s I have. Don't get me wrong, my 996s are quite comfortable, but every extra bit helps. I will admit, I never gave thought to researching the fit of various models. I was buying based on appearance alone. Ultimately, I will still buy 996s. But, I will definitely favor 1400s, if they can be had in similar colorways.

Exactly !

Part ape ? Interesting question.

I will admit, at one time, my ex did affectionately call me her gorilla. Don't ask me to elaborate, though.

You're singing to the choir. I'm the one who has the unenviable task of breaking in boots with them. My right foot is the true H. My left is a 3E. The H width is equivalent to a 4E. I'm always looking for W, 2E, and 3E widths. Unfortunately, most stock items aren't made that way. So, I stick with brands that typically have a wider toe box. NB and Vans work great, for sneaks, and I've had luck with Chippewa and Wolverine for boots.

You just may be a sneakerhead.

Yeah, I was pretty amazed at how fanatical those guys were about sneakers.

I like that they're $1000, but you only pay that because they're handmade by craftsmen that don't find stitching crooked lines acceptable. The sole stitching on the right shoe (in the forefront) looks like a crocodile mouth.

You know what really grinds my gears?..

I really dont like the little freckled air holes on top of the toes of shoes. Like on Air Force 1s and such. I would own alot more shoes if those little holes didnt exist.

Latest grab.....
M996CPS



I thought I'd be holding out for my next pair. But, I can't pass up the deals. This was my third straight pair from Supply & Advise. After all discounts,  I paid just shy of $58 for these, and just under $240 for the 3 pairs, with the shipping factored in. All around, a great deal for MiUSA NB.

Yeah, Hender Schemes are a shoe only it's maker can love (that's equal to a face only a mother can love, yeah?). Perhaps if they weren't monotone natural leather I'd find them to be less unsightly, but I doubt it. I always see them pop up in Reddit but have never seen them "work" with any outfits posted, and the buyers seem to dress a bit clownish. Then again, I don't think I'll see eye to eye with the styling of those buying handmade Air Jordan 4's made entirely of natural leather, and I don't think I'm likely to appreciate or approve of their shoes/outfit regardless of what they're paired with.

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Very nice!!