Anybody else stand all day for their job? - what shoes are best?

On my feet alot too...(railroad) for toughness/comfort compromise the best I've found are Dunham(Affiliated with New Balance) Check em out:thumbup:
 
+1 for STR's suggestion. Rockports plus a stall or rubber mat. I stand 12 to 14 hours a day and have so for 15 years and this has worked for me. MBT and Earth shoes are nice but I find are better when you are walking more
 
I picked up some spenco polysorb insoles and they seem to do the trick. I barback at a local bar so I run around for about 6-10 hours a day and they seem to keep the feet from hurting. Also, fixed my problem with getting shin splints when I run.
 
Old thread, but when I was on my feet all day I alternated between doc martens and Tony llama boots with the rubber soles. Stood on rubber mats all I could to avoid concrete.
 
tiffanywelch said:
Hello All!

In order to build up the strength in my legs and body and to try to reverse the years of working in a seated position for 12-16 hours a day I've decided to get a manual labor job at Walmart as a digital shopper. The job basically requires me to walk for 7.5 hours a day and let me tell you, my feet are on fire. My toes are so tender that anything that bumps into them causes me to want to cry.

I need new shoes, even though I've been wearing my current ones for only a few months, they're terrible. My feet keep sliding forward in them when I walk and put a lot of pressure on them. They weren't this way when I first tried them out, but apparently, Sketchers has gone downhill on quality because I did some review reading and others have the same issue. So please, don't recommend them.

My main problem is, that I'm rather overweight, so I need something that can take a beating. I know the best thing is to lose weight, which is what I am working on, but I need things to help now.

Please help. I don't want to crawl to my car after my shift every day.
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There are a few things to consider.
You didn't say - and I'm not asking - how overweight you are...but, obviously additional weight is going to be a factor, ESPECIALLY since you made an abrupt transition from sitting most of the day to being in your feet and walking.
Properly fitting shoes are important - don't assume that the size you've worn is correct. There are several types of insoles that might be of help.
Also, part of the issue could be related to neuropathy (not necessarily diabetes related; but, if you are diabetic, getting it under control is important). Consider orthotics.

(I'm often on my feet & moving for 10-12 hrs at work, and I find Merrell more comfortable than Skechers on those busy nights...though, on slower shifts, it can go either way. That being said, you might find a different Skechers model to be better suited to your needs than the one you're wearing. I used to try to buy less expensive shoes and wear them as long as possible...but between getting older, gaining a bit of weight, and the nature of my job; I've been much happier since I decided better footwear is worth the expense)
 
Whatever you decide on, try to buy two pair. Then alternate them. They'll last way longer and feel way better.

FWIW, OrthoFeet shoes sure helped me with my plantar fasciitis, as did various orthotics from Spenco.

Good luck!
 
One thing I can say for sure is that a softer bouncy wedge is much better than a heavy lug for a boot if you're walking on hard ground all day.


Thorogoods waxwear wedge lasts much longer than the typical vibram Christy wedge, but with how companies like to drop sizes out of nowhere you go with whoever makes your size.
 
Check out Redbacks, they're very popular with trades that are on their feet all day, and I love mine. Also, if you don't mind a Western type boot, Rocky boots. I'm on my second pair of the "Rocky Original Rides" - only because the first pair got too ugly to wear in polite company - had over 5 years and they're still amazingly comfortable. I decided to get the second pair after getting stuck in Mexico having to walk all day in them and I was amazed at how good my feet felt. I think anything with their "Ride" footbed will work.
 
All day on concrete is often around here making knives. I've found this to be the best for me:

drewsboots.com

Drew's Cascade Work Packer - #DCW8MV

This work packer has an 8" top, a mini-Vibram sole and handmade high arch construction! Features 8" height mini-Vibram Sole Plain Toe 7-8 oz leather MADE IN THE US
drewsboots.com drewsboots.com

They are made by several outfits, Franks, Nicks, Whites etc. Ya'd think that heel would get ya but ya find that ache in the low back just plain disappearing. Go to for working on foot on the ranch too. Not cheap but rebuildable and last and last and last.
 
Horsewright said:
All day on concrete is often around here making knives. I've found this to be the best for me:

drewsboots.com

Drew's Cascade Work Packer - #DCW8MV

This work packer has an 8" top, a mini-Vibram sole and handmade high arch construction! Features 8" height mini-Vibram Sole Plain Toe 7-8 oz leather MADE IN THE US
drewsboots.com drewsboots.com

They are made by several outfits, Franks, Nicks, Whites etc. Ya'd think that heel would get ya but ya find that ache in the low back just plain disappearing. Go to for working on foot on the ranch too. Not cheap but rebuildable and last and last and last.
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Those look damn nice.

That 7-8oz upper has probably gotta take a long time to break in, but I'm sure you'll eventually forget they're on your feet after you do.
 
Yeah I was watch some videos on YouTube and Nick's has some videos on how to break in their boots. I can wear em all day and my feet feel great and back too. Only complaint, they're heavy.
 
Imma cook who gets no breaks and stands on concrete 7 to 8 hrs daily. My feet and ankles give me a lot of pain. So this thread is one I will follow as it's pertinent to me.
I've worn Crocs for the past few years but they are not working well these days.
 
FOG2 said:
Imma cook who gets no breaks and stands on concrete 7 to 8 hrs daily. My feet and ankles give me a lot of pain. So this thread is one I will follow as it's pertinent to me.
I've worn Crocs for the past few years but they are not working well these days.
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As mentioned above, the Hoka One Bondi 7 shoes. The most bouncy and comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn. Great for pounding the pavement. Don’t believe me, check out the reviews
www.runnersworld.com

Hoka’s Bondi 7 Is the Most Cushioned Shoe We’ve Tested

It’s so soft, said a tester, “it makes other shoes feel like running on granite.”
www.runnersworld.com www.runnersworld.com
 
Wow, a 15-year-old thread, and the OP hasn’t been back to the forum in 10 years. Obviously he won’t see any responses. The thread’s been fully discussed already, why add more to it?



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AZWhetted said:
Wow, a 15-year-old thread, and the OP hasn’t been back to the forum in 10 years. Obviously he won’t see any responses. The thread’s been fully discussed already, why add more to it?



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See Post 50.

Lots of members come here to get the nitty gritty on items they are looking to buy.
 
You guys sold me on a pair of shoes. I have a pair of Hoka Bondi 7s on the way now haha.
 
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