• Landless2029@lemmy.world
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    10 months ago

    I buy sneakers still but I focus on well reviewed runners. They’re light, breathable and usually have treads to last.

    With a foot insert they last me a few years.

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      10 months ago

      I can see how that could work. I had a few decent pairs from Japanese brands that lasted a while. But, as you said, those were running shoes with a certain, very pronounced “sporty” look that didn’t translate well to being worn as part of a casual bar or club outfit, which was definitely a consideration for me back then.