chef's clogs

[swordfish007]

hi guys,

not sure if i'm posting this on the right forum but which brands of chef's clogs are the most comfy?

allheartitalian
quarky
crocs
profi calzuro
alpro
sanita bastad
klogs?

i'm looking for the cheapest but comfortable. it's for a business venture. thanks!

[even stephen]

After years and years.....NAOT.....replaceable cork insert...last a long time...
not for wet lines or water...but hands down...the most comfortable....

[foodpump]

Hate clogs, hate 'em with a passion that ranks up there with Unions, but wood clogs.... well, any one who shows up with those gets sent home to get another pair of something more intelligent and quieter.

My hatred is not without reason. Many clogs have no backs and they tend to slide off, especially when climbing stairs. You see, after 25 years in the kitchen I have developed flat feet and must wear custom orthotics, and many, if not all, clog styles do not allow for orthotics.

Buy cheap, get cheap. Sore feet lead to back pain and general "feeling cra**y" moods. Get a good pair of what ever you want, no one says you can only wear them in the kitchen.

[shipscook]

Not familiar with NAOT? for 25+ years wore closed back Birkies--1/2 sole once and year and full sole once a year. Ship's galley decks are rough and I am a foot drager.
Several years ago I found myself in need of a new pair and no time for ordering, I purchased a pair of Dansko Work.

Both are **** to break in. I honestly are not sure which is more comfortable, I routinely do 14+ hour days with a couple of short breaks. Am now 65 and have done this for years. Have no foot or leg problems. Have always been picky about shoes.

See lots of crocs on TV food shows, not familiar with other brands you listed?

I had about a year on my first Danskos when they were lost. Over a year on these now and they are wearing well. I'm not real gentle with cleaning them, and tops are not pretty, but all in all because the soles wear a long time, guess I vote Dansko. Got my last pair from an online place called bluemoon shoes. A little over $100, free shipping.

A co worker really likes SIKA, can't find a price on the website, but he has hinted they are spendy.

I am not sure cheap works when it comes to you feet. You can also do a search on this forum, there have been several loooooooong thread on clogs.
Good luck,
Nan

[adamm]

Originally Posted by foodpump

Hate clogs, hate 'em with a passion that ranks up there with Unions, but wood clogs.... well, any one who shows up with those gets sent home to get another pair of something more intelligent and quieter.

People actualy wear wooden clogs in the kitchen? That would be anyoing.

I have a pair of crocs, i think there comphy about 50 bucks for a pair. There not the most slip resistent when i come right out of the freezer, ill take few step and slid just a little. All and all i would buy them when this pair bites the dust.

[Bigblue250]

I wear Dansko pro's the oiled leather full back version. I got 4 years out of my last pair, just wipe them down everynight, and keep the leather oiled.

[chefelle]

I wear Chefwear open backed leather clogs. The first day or two they took some getting used to but once I "broke them in" I loved them. I think I got them for $90. My feet never hurt. Now my ARMS--that's a different story! But that has nothing to do with my footwear.....

I think you really need to try a kitchen shoe on before you buy if you are able. I have a pair of Shoes for Crews and I absolutely HATE them. I found them very uncomfortable and clunky. But alot of people love them. I think choosing the right shoe/clog for you is as individual as choosing a knife.

Oddly enough I tried a cheap-o pair of Dr Scholls clogs (also backless) that a friend recommended to me. They were really, really comfy and they are still going strong. But they are well worn in and have flour in places I just cannot seem to get out so I have sort of retired them. They were only $40 at Walmart. If I could find another pair I'd buy them to switch off with my Chefwear clogs.

[Mannlicher]

I have not tried all the brands you list, but I can tell you that I have probably put in 10,000 cooking hours wearing Birkenstock rubber clogs. I swear by them.

[Nacona]

Just need to find any of the brands to fit my big feet.

[chefchey]

I been on my feet 16 hr days for 4 yrs now with Danskos closed heel clogs. 145l bs, 53 yo, 5'6'' and a 42 size (8 1/2 mens) I love em, but I need new ones after 4 yrs.

[MikeLM]

My son-in-law does the family cooking and spends a lot of time on the tiled kitchen floor. He got a pair of Danskos and wears them everywhere. He loves them.

I got clogs for about half the Dansko price from Shoes for Crews - and they are terrible. Wore them four or five times, and they're going to Goodwill.

Mike

[adamm]

Originally Posted by MikeLM

I got clogs for about half the Dansko price from Shoes for Crews - and they are terrible. Wore them four or five times, and they're going to Goodwill.

Mike

I used to wear shoes fro crews, why are they terrable? if there uncomterable give them a few days to break them in. There Regular shoes/ boots took be 3-4 days in a comercial kitchen to wear in. If your just wearing them at home it might be a week or 2. I wouldnt give up on them yet.

[Wood]

ive got a great pair of birkenstock clogs. Lightweight, comfortable, they never slip, and i can take out the soles and wash them out after work. I love them so much, and even after about 2 years i havent had to get new ones yet.

[VERDEinVT]

i use to wear birkenstock clogs which i loved but then i changed crocs b/c they are cheaper and will never go back. i dont wear the ones with holes because in a kitchen that just seems crazy. i just got the bistro crocs and they are great and made for the kitchen.