Agree. Theres alot of factors involved in buying anything.
So we need to stop acting like we have great wisdom for "Paying more for quality" when in reality status and fashion had as much to do with the purchase as well.
No, I think we need to stop contriving obviously skewed examples like Aldens vs Crocs. Boots vs shitty holey rubber sandals isn't a good comparison.
Maybe compare backpack, or suits, or something along those lines.
"obvioudly skewed" how?
Its pretty much the perfect example imo
Aldens vs cheapo 20 dollar amazon boots would be a better comparison. You ain't wearing Crocs with a suit my man.
I wear a suit maybe once every five years though.
Like the rest of my life I could wear either Alden or crocs....and I do.
You pick one extreme edge case.
Re:Buy Well. Buy Once
by barbariangrunge on Saturday June 10, 2023 @10:44AM
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My criteria is maybe less fancy than other people. Covers my feet + isn’t embarrassing + durable + potential arch support + cheap.
I’ve never found shoes that meet all those criteria. I’ve actually never found any shoes, ever, that were even durable or had usable arch support. So cheap + not embarrassing is pretty much the bar to cross
But I learned recently that crocks have amazing arch support!
What kind of arch support do you need? I've found that superfeet insoles work great for my flat feet. I buy them whenever they're on sale.
They also make my cheap slip on shoes last much longer.
Re:Buy Well. Buy Once
by schwartzworld on Saturday June 10, 2023 @11:01AM
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Hiking shoes are usually pretty durable and supportive.
A better comparison is to look at, for instance, Johnston and Murphy vs. Alden. Then you get a more fair comparison. For instance, one has welted soles and so they can be replaced without changing out the upper. Those soles are leather and provide excellent comfort. One uses full grain leather uppers, one does not. Everyone doesn’t need those, but if you’re someone who is wearing dress shoes to the office every day, it may be worth the benefit. You also don’t have to worry about replacing the shoe every year (though you do have to maintain it).