[Dunk]

ok, this may sound silly, but here goes..

I got the "dansko like" clogs from shoes for crews and i like them a lot, BUT (there is always a but, right ) they fit funny. I had the hardest time getting my feet into the d*mn things(took me like 10 minutes - no lie!) and then once I did, they were a little loose -- my heel comes out a little when i walk. I am thinking of getting a 1/2 size smaller, but I'm afraid I'll never get my foot in the shoe. Is it just because they're leather and i need to break them in a little more? Did anyone else have this problem? Am I losing my mind?

Other than that "little" problem, i love them. The non-slip is awesome - haven't slipped once in them, as compared to my other shoes where I usually come close to braking my neck at least three times a night!

If anyone has any suggestions,---please help.

thanks

dunk

[fontzmark]

I ordered those same shoes from another company and before they shipped them out they actually called me and convinced me to not buy that particular brand!!! They said they are having huge problems with them, something like a 90% return rate! They said they just fall apart, quick.
I have a pair of Kingston Mcnight clogs that I love and a pair of Birks that are great too, I tried Dansko but they just will not fit me, I think a lot of people have that problem and they do not make wide sizes which is a shame becasue they look great. Try the KM's.

[marmalady]

I dunno, guys, I wear a size 5 double wide (bunion surgery and years of barefoot martial arts - I truly am a hobbit!!), and love my danskos. Don't know about the fakes. They are a little hard to get into at first, but as you said, they'll stretch as they're leather. Try getting one of those shoe stretchers, or if you have a shoemaker near you, they can stretch them out on the machines they have.

The heels are supposed to be a little loose. My only complaint about them is that I can't 'feel' the ground, and I've almost turned my ankle a couple of times but other than that, they're great!

[cape chef]

I also have a wide foot, and the Dansko's fit like a glove, they breath and stretch.

My only fear is having one fall off as i'm hitting the breaks in my car on the Merit parkway.

BTW....Iv'e heard really good things about shoes for crews.
a couple guys I work with called the toll free number, gave their delivery address and S.S # and 4 days they we're on their feet.

Tey seem happy, and at an average price of $45 it's something to think about.

My Dansko's on sale where over $100 (but I love them )

[Suzanne]

I just can't wear clogs -- lord know I've tried -- but I fall off of them. The last shoes I used were plain old Rockport lace-ups: they felt great even after 10 house on my feet. The only (!) problem was that the soles were NOT slip-resistant. Jeez, finding good work shoes is harder than finding a job!!

[marmalady]

Suzanne - B.A. Mason has some sneaker/walker type shoes with slip resistant soles - just got a pair and they're great! Cushy, bouncy soles, too.

[Marzoli]

I have a terrible time with concrete classroom floors--I go through Doc Marten's like they were paper--2 pairs a school year.
I ordered some Dansko professional clogs. Haven't used them at work yet--believe it or not I'm saving them to wear with a black suit for Prom--I'm a Junior Class sponsor and I'll be on my feet for several hours straight--hoping for good results here.
I had the same problem getting my feet into them-one other pair is just impossible--no way my foot will go in there! The professional model is stretched enough to wear stockings for the Prom , but I'll have a hard time wearing socks with them for work.

[Ronin]

I like the Excursions from Shoes for Crews. They're only 40 dollars, look great, and have more features than their clogs do. I think I will purchase them.

Should I be weary of any size issues with Shoes for Crews?

[thebighat]

I bought the fake clogs from shoesforcrews and like them a lot. Wanted something I could wipe the flour off of, and they are comfortable and my feet slip right in. Only thing I don't like is the way ground meat gets squished into the non slip sole when you step on it.

[Ronin]

There seems to be a good deal of fitting problems with clogs be it Dansko or Shoes for Crews or Birkenstock. Clogs to me seem easy to clean for a nice appearance, but their practical value diminishes with the fact that it is a clog and cannot be laced up tighter if they are too loose. Or if too tight, can be unlaced a little.

My work shoes are disgusting looking, they're 40 dollar Nikes, they're caked in flower from slapping dough, and have who knows what else on them. I imagine if they were clogs they would be clean.

However, going with the logic that your feet are one of the most important things in a kitchen, I would overlook mere aesthetics for comfort and usefullness.

For instance, take the Excursions from Shoes for Crews. They're suede, witch means softness. Let's face it, leather isn't soft. They are Water Resistant too, which means your feet won't get soaked! The Excursions have a non-slip sole, and a non-slip sole on a sneaker is the ****!

Although, the Excursions can't be wiped down so easily like the leather clogs. Which means your Excursions will look like *** most of the time. As I said, usefullness over looks.

To be quite honest, at 40 dollars a pair, you could buy another set of them every few months if you're worried about looks.

I fear the clogs would simply slip off my feet if I had to run in the kitchen. I work with a large kitchen staff and we have to acrobat ourselves around one another while moving throughout the kitchen. Clogs seems like they would interfere in some way, like they are awkard to some degree.

Despite the fact that the clogs can be easily cleaned, can anyone say that their clogs are better than sneakers with slip resistant soles?

[-d-]

I have a pair of Birkenstock clogs that I really like. Initially, I had concerns that wearing clogs would be a little awkward (not being tightly laced or form fitting), but I'm just as agile as ever. And at the end of the day, while the waitstaff (in regular shoes) are complaining about their feet, I'm nice and comfy. The big plus is being able to clean my shoes with some hot water and soap. I'll never go back to shoes with laces.

[Pete]

Marzoli, I would suggest, that if you have never worn clogs before you train yourself on them. Wear them to work, and take another pair of shoes with you to change into. I just bought my first pair of Dansko clogs about a month or so ago, and I love them, but they take some getting used to. I found myself gripping the clogs with my toes for awhile because I wasn't used to the fact that the heel is suppose to slip as you walk. I found my feet getting tired more quickly and needed to change into my regular boots for relief. Now that I am used to wearing them they are great. I am still not yet comfortable enough with them to feel confident running full speed with them on, and every once in awhile I turn my ankle because of their height, but I do really think they are great.

[Ronin]

I do like the polyurethane clogs that Birkenstock makes, that would be easy to clean.

Now I am curious of sil resistance.

Shoes for Crews is built around their soul being slip resistant. So I am curious which one has better slip resistance. Dansko, Birkenstock, or Shoes for Crews.

Anyone that has owned all three of them please feel free to comment.

[Marzoli]

Pete: Thanks for the heads up! I guess I'm pretty used to clogs--been wearing Doc Marten's clogs in my kitchen at home and finally to work these past few weeks after my other shoes gave up the ghost. I know what you mean about getting used to them--it's totally different at work! But I started out a long time ago with those wonderful wooden soled Dr. Scholl's sandals--remember those? They were great for just moving around. Of course, I wouldn't risk my toes in the high school hallway , but they were great for other things. Can't find them anywhere--I'd love to have some for summer. Whatever--I know the Dansko clogs are taller than the Doc Marten's, and I've been wearing them around after work to get used to them. I should be okay for the Prom! That sounds so lame...but what can ya do? Gotta go sponsor my juniors!

[Dunk]

I solved my Shoes for crews "dansko-like" clog problem. I ordered a 1/2 size smaller shoe than I normally get, and they are great! I guess when ordering shoes, you need to take into account that not all sizes are created equal . They fit perfect, my heel comes out a little, but not out of the entire shoe like the other ones did. The slip resistance is great. Still adapting to the feel of them though -- it's a little harder to zoom around the kitchen like I did in my sneakers. Oh well, I'll get used to it, and now I'm not in constant fear of breaking my neck!!

Dunk