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You've been been wearing too tight shoes causing your metatarsals to compress. Our feet need to spread out naturally. My metatarsalgia was caused by brand new too tight shoes I used while traveling.
Been wearing Adidas Ultraboost for 3 years now. I've had knee and lower back problems and my buddy told me it might be my shoes. Since I started wearing them and it fixed my knee and back issues within a week. They are super comfortable and light too.
I have been buying 990s for a long time but I had to return my 990 v6. They caused blister on my foot after about a week of regular walks of 4 miles. Luckily, New Balance has excellent customer service and they immediately sent be a return label. They said the new version does run little bit bigger and suggested one size down. So hopefully they will be better.
I can confirm! I have always suffered from back pain when I travel and walk a lot, and on my last trip to Argentina I walked a lot with the new balance 990v6 (I bought them exclusively for the trip) and I didn't experience back pain for the first time while traveling, I think it's because of the 990v6. They are super comfy and help to support the bounciness that hits the lower back when you walk.
The zero drop, wide toe box format resolved my foot and knee pain. It’s nicely explained by podiatrist Ray McClanahan at Northwest Foot and Ankle. I came to appreciate the aesthetics of Altras and Lems. Thanks for all you do, Brock.
I *just* got a pair of Lems and am testing them out. They definitely look a bit odd compared to standard shoes, but they felt great right out of the box!
Anecdotally I experienced the opposite. I switched to new balance because of my foot pain, but it slowly just made the underlying problem worse, which was lack of foot strength and mobility. People’s feet are weak because they’re always in a supportive shoe, then they have to keep increasing the support as their feet get weaker and weaker. the real fix is gradually removing support
Some shoes that are modern with good underfoot cushion are Kizik, Travis Mathew Cuater, Clarks Court Lite, Peter Millar Drift, and Cole Haan Grandpro Crew sneakers. All of them have varying levels of cushion but they're all well cushioned imo.
In my mid 40s, I started getting this horrible pain in my right foot, the base of my big toe. Thinking this was probably from when I broke my foot in 2011. The days of wearing any sneaker was not an option anymore. Did the Sketchers BUT it had to have "Goga Mat" inside, those were ok, I'll wear the slip ons if I'm not going anywhere. I found a pair of Adidas "Alphabounce Beyond M" ..those still work well actually. I have a collection of Jordans 1,3,4, 6...but can't get through a 1/2 day with those anymore. I admit, I never even thought about owning NB's until 11 months ago. I found a pair of 992 gray and wow, unreal comfort! Then tried 2002r, they are ok. The newer 9060 are ok as well, not the greatest however (for me) in terms of pain. Then I also grabbed the 990v6 just like yours and these are my go to sneakers. I have never tried Brooks, but heard these are very comfortable also
If you find something slightly more dressy and slightly less chunky, but still as comfortable as New Balance, please let us know! I have exactly the same problems you described. Glad it’s not just me.
I recently got new balance 990s, and trying them on felt like wearing shoes for the first time. Had the same revelation about never wanting to wear another pair of shoes again. I love rocking the lawn-mowing dad look because now I can walk all day without my feet hurting, it's great.
Good for you having fun with the drums. I picked up an acoustic guitar this Christmas and gave myself a year to see how far I go and, more importantly, to see if I enjoy it. Have to admit I’ve slacked off on learning, this month. Not calling it quits, just yet!
Adidas Free Hikers are my go-to for comfort. Roomy toe box with Boost midsole and ankle support. They've been a Godsend for my feet, particularly on long walks with my very active dog.
Good to hear an honest opinion. I was leaning towards Hokas or the On Cloud but these sound more of what I need. Also, that jacket is awesome. nice fit.
I have unusually shaped feet and most shoes are too slim for me. New Balance came onto my radar because they are the one brand that offers different widths, they have a reputation for being comfortable and I like their aesthetic. And as a 40 year old with 2 young kids, the dad aesthetic is where I live but I don't want to give up on style! Brock, you're the only style person I follow so this video came along at just the right time!
I work in the medical field and walking 10-15k steps per day is normal. I only wore nikes and adidas mainly for the looks but sadly I suffered from foot pain on those. I tried NB 997s cause they look nice and comfort wise they were Ok. Then I found out about the 990 line so I pulled the trigger on the more expensive 990v5s and was blown away by how good that shoe is. Had it for 5 years now and is still by far the best shoe for me. No more foot pain ever since. I recently got the v6 but i still prefer the feel of the v5s.
I have that exact same pair/color of Brooks and every time I wear them, I appreciate them so much. Plus you're right that off-white color way is surprisingly quite fashionable.
Ever since I hit my late 40s, my feet and back started to hurt more. Come to realize that I needed better shoes. My older buddy recommended New Balance sneakers. "Dad shoes?" I joked. But he convinced me to try them out. I first bought 880v12. Then 1080v12. And before you know it, yes, I became a fan! And more importantly, my feet and back don't hurt as much anymore. 🙏
574s are more generic in a way that... 990s are a modern, streetwear-ready dad-core style, and 574s feel like the kinds of shoes your actual dad would wear. But yeah, 990s are more comfortable and kind of just better.
The SAME thing happened to my husband. One day great- the next day terrible stabbing PAIN in his foot. He tried them ALL & 'Sketchers Arch Support Shine' are the best he's found! Said they're way more comfortable than the NB 990. Also- put CASTOR OIL on it every night! It works miracles (also on KNEES if you were ever a runner)!
I've been on the same journey the past six or so months, which also started with NB, but my favorite has been the Asics Gel-1130. The special release versions are a step up style-wise, but just as comfortable as any NB I've tried.
@@BrockMcGoff Missed this -- about the same width and volume, however, I have not tried the 990s. I wear the 880 v13 for running and have worn some of the classic styles, like the 574, in the past. But man, it's really hard to go back to more minimalist shoes once you go down this road. My knees and hips thank me. I even tried on my old Killshots the other day and the comfort was just not there. If you're not familiar with his channel, @SeanGo does really great sneaker reviews. Cheers. I've appreciated your videos for many years now.
for your boots, ask you podiatrist for a custom 3/4 insole (unlined). They will but just a piece of clearish plastic and won’t mess with your toe room. I used em for both my allen edmond boots and
I also suggest you ASICS Quantum 360. I been wearing 180 version last 2 years. it still comfortable shoe as new. Would also love to see how do we style these kind of sneakers?
I just got a brand new pair of New Balance 990v3s and a pair of On Cloudnovas and man the Cloudnovas are superior in comfort. I wanted the New Balance to be as comfy and supportive but the Ons just blow them away. I find myself wanting to wear the Cloudnovas daily. It’s one of On’s lifestyle shoes and not made for running, just walking and everyday use. I highly recommend. Seriously give them a try. Cheers!
Great video Brock. This is kinda funny and timely because I've been thinking of writing this comment to you for a while now! When I watch some of your older videos, I notice that some of the style "mistakes" mentioned are wearing running shoes, even though you're not running. I can agree, but I went thru the exact same issues you describe here. I used to love wearing minimalist sneakers (Vans, Common Projects, et) but as I got older, my feet just could not tolerate them ( I was an avid skateboarder and basketball player for years, my feet took a beating). After so many years of resistance, I finally gave in to some Nike running shoes. The Revolution 7 work well for me and the Vans ultrarange also work well. I'm actually okay with it now and feel as though I've incorporated it into my style with confidence. But I sometimes picture you evaluating my outfit as I walk down the street, as if your saying "nice fit but those running shoes are ruining it". I"m like "I know, but my feet can't take the stylish shoes!" Lol. So it was really cool to see this! Goes to show that many different types of shoes and clothing can work if worn with confidence, and our style always evolves. Thanks for all the entertaining and useful vids!
We're on the same journey, my friend 😅 I was probably too prescriptive in my earlier videos. But either way, I've come to the same realization you have re: comfort trumping style (not that you can't have both). No judgement from me haha! And I'm going to check out those shoes you mentioned...
I have the same foot problem. I feel the pain of not being able to wear the boots anymore. I found the red wing 1907 can accomodate an insert quite well and have been able to wear them that way with no more foot pain
I liked the style of this video. I too had a lot of foot problems from wearing overly flat soled shoes, my feet would even bleed in Adidas shelltoe shoes in the 90s. I had to abandon coolness in favour of comfort and found new balance 15 years ago. Now theyre so trendy im having trouble buying them online! Luckily the uk outlet has a few pairs in my size in stock (full price theyve really increased a lot). I find them more supportive than other shoes and most importantly they dont tend to hurt my ankles and heels.
@@BrockMcGoff most people say get half a size bigger but it fits true to size for me with room in the toe box at a US 8. They do offer a wide version as well if you are concerned.
Saucony Hurricane 24 and Brook Max 2 are helping me through my injury. I tore my flexor digitorum brevis under my foot clear off my heel. Super fun trying to find shoes…
You should try the Saucony Shadow XT 600!! Similar realm as the NB 990v6 (stylish Dad shoes/80-90s running shoes). They offer this model is so many color ways and premium materials. Truly amazing and comfortable.
I wear a lot of boots because I am a commercial contractor. One cheap comfortable boot is Brazos moc toe from Academy Sports. I have much more expensive boots but these are the most comfortable. I took it the cheap insoles and put in mine. Thanks for your great videos.
I do agree that the New balance shoes are very comfortable but being in my sixties and also a dad I hate the idea of wearing a “dad shoe” so I have been leaning more towards getting the New Balance 272 which has a sleeker profile preferably in white to go for the minimal white design. Trying to look cool in your sixties and still choose comfort is my aim.
Hey Brock, will definitely check out Lestrange. I’ve had issues with my feet as well. The ASICS Nimbus are very comfortable but I just discovered the On Cloud 5. Went to Europe and wore them everyday. And logged about 20,000 steps each day. I’ve never worn anything so comfortable. I wear them 5-6 days a week.
Nimbus 24s were stellar! New ones are great too but hate the stack height. I have wide feet so on cloud are a joke. Love the 990s ..just wish new balance would take that N off the side.
great Video, as a suggestyfor comfortable shoes i've been wearing nothing but Cole Haan for years now. Nike owns the company so there is sneaker technology and the have a wide selection from formal to sneakers and even flip flops. I think it would be great if you did a video about Cole Haan shoes
I'm going in the opposite direction. I've always worn athletic sneakers and decided to clean up my look and purchased a Thursday white Premier Low Top. I am still waiting to receive them, but I will replace the insole as I use Superfeet med. in my On Clouds. It baffles me that most shoes have little to no arch support, and dress shoes and boots dont have replaceable/removable insoles. 20 years ago, I ruined my feet by wearing boat shoes. The pain was terrible, and it took some time to heal. Once I ditched them, I went with inserts on a better shoe. Have you tried your minimal sneakers with insoles yet?
I've been sticking with common projects for so many years, until I jumped on the New Balance hype train last year. Also been experimenting with more Y2K runners like the Nike Vomero 5s. I don't think I can go back to the minimalist shoe trend unless it's for smart casual purposes. While minimalist white sneakers look great, it just becomes too safe and boring.
Great video brother. One other option you may want to look into for the asthestic with support and versatility you may want to look into is the Asics Gel NYC. I've been really happy with mine. I also have the classic New Balance 993 and also love those
Ultraboosts, 990’s, brooks, Hoka, are all very very comfy but the 990 is very quality. Hell I find Air Max 90’s and ASICS Gel Lyte 3’s extremely comfy.
Ahh, what a timely video as I just placed in an order of the New Balance 990v5 in Castlerock/Grey. I know I need a shoe that’s not super squishy and more on the stability side.
you need to try the 1080v13 and the fresh foam more v5. please make a video on them. they are the one of the most comfortable everyday shoes made by new balance
Best sneakers ever, I have the 990 v3, v4, v5 and just got the v6. After one day it’s clear the v6 is super comfortable maybe the most from the 990 probably because of the fuelcell …my other favorite pair in comfort is the Brooks Ghost 16… I just wear these shoes every day. Otherwise in summer I wear the Sebago Dockside Portland.
This is really interesting because I'm in somewhat of a similar predicament with a mild case of plantar fasciitis. The solution seems to be comfortable footwear and exercise while the feet heal and get stronger. Do you still work out?
Yeah I’ve never really stopped working out (always some combo of lifting and BJJ), although I haven’t done much running or jump rope in a while. I hope you find a solution!
@@BrockMcGoff The Asics GT-1000 10 (discontinued model) is my daily pair of shoes these days. They are comfortable and roomy. My feet never hurt from the very first wear. The midsole may feel a little bit harder compared to other shoes but it just takes time getting used to. Other models like Gel-Lyte III and GT-2160 are comfortable too but so far my pick will be the GT-1000 model.
I may be double-posting but, correction on my recommendation either way, you must try the New Balance 9060 (not 9080 lol.) if you haven’t try them at the store at least bc the comfort is something you won’t forget! Loved the style of vid.
There so many comfortable shoes especially max cushion shoes. My favorite are nike invicible, hoka bondi, oncloud monster, addidas ultraboost, addidas 4frwd. I think they are more comfortable than NB 990.
I use to do moving for a living I bought a couple pairs of these new balance as they were on sale. I assumed they were some generic brand. It took me more than 3 years to wear out both pairs. Now I cant find them in my area. 8* (
I wish these things didn't look so dorky on me. I've seen plenty of people pull them off but I am just gonna look trash in these. Which is a shame because this is the first time a show that is in (or any popular stylish shoe) actually comes in wide width which I need. I have mostly running and barefoot shoes but those cannily be worn with athleisure wear.
This MAY be because of hip tighteness . I had feet pain worst when i woke up and a.mild strain all day. Make sure to stretch your legs dew times a week . Oh and advice on newbalance is priceless fpr them..vintage ageing.feet
you should try thursday primer low sneakrs as well as blundstone boots, they are pretty comfortable for sneakrs for me, as someone who has flat feet. a
Hey Brock :) great Video as always! I would recommend you to check out the Danish brand Ecco. All their shoes soles offer comfort and they're also available low top sneaker designs. Cheers!
I would also recommend trying barefoot shoes to build strength in your feet, shoes with thick soles and arch support merely just mask the problem by providing support
I wore New Balance Minimus a lot for a couple years, but I kind of think they made my foot problems worse. Indoors, if I wear a thin (barefoot style) house slipper, my feet start hurting pretty quickly. Might be an individual thing, or I might have to do some rehab/strengthening.
@@BrockMcGoff sorry to hear that. The New Balances will work well for rehabbing if you’re on your feet a lot. There are some good exercise videos available on UA-cam that you might like to try too. If you want to try barefoot shoes after that I would try to transition slowly, start with around the house, then a short walk, and then for longer periods until you’re hopefully pain free.
Heh, Metatarsalgia.. I know what u feel. U can imagine how i loved different types of shoes and now i'm forced to buy only shoes which doesn't hurt my metatarsals.. i'm 39 years old now and my Metatarsalgia symptoms started around 6 years ago. With special feet exercises i recovered my feet but still i can't wear all kind of shoes, especially those with heel and little cushion in front of feet.
@cGoff There are many exercises which are waste of time. There are two of them which really recover transverse arch. here number one. You must make this exercise every morning around 3-4 month. 50 shrink 2-3 set. after 3-4 month, when ur feet and transverse arch get stronger, u can do this only 2-3 times in week. ua-cam.com/video/BbP-UMa-oSA/v-deo.html
I agree they're nice pants. Funnily, if you look on LESTRANGE's site, many of their models are wearing New Balances (mostly made-in-UK collection, for obvious reasons).
I had a pair of Arizonas years ago (with heel strap) that I found very comfortable, but the second pair I purchased hasn't worked out. I think the bumps under the toe (the little ridge that's built in) doesn't quite line up with right for my feet. Do you like them?
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You've been been wearing too tight shoes causing your metatarsals to compress. Our feet need to spread out naturally.
My metatarsalgia was caused by brand new too tight shoes I used while traveling.
Broo get yourself a pair of RM William Comfort Craftsman.... you'll never wanna wear anything aside from them again...😭😊
Try the NB 2002R
Been wearing Adidas Ultraboost for 3 years now. I've had knee and lower back problems and my buddy told me it might be my shoes. Since I started wearing them and it fixed my knee and back issues within a week. They are super comfortable and light too.
Your best edited video yet. You're not just at your desk the whole time and it made it much more engaging. Great work here 👍
Thank you! Trying to get a bit more creative with the channel going forward 🤓
The Mephisto cutaways are gold @@BrockMcGoff
I have been buying 990s for a long time but I had to return my 990 v6. They caused blister on my foot after about a week of regular walks of 4 miles. Luckily, New Balance has excellent customer service and they immediately sent be a return label. They said the new version does run little bit bigger and suggested one size down. So hopefully they will be better.
Glad to hear NB customer service took care of you!
I can confirm! I have always suffered from back pain when I travel and walk a lot, and on my last trip to Argentina I walked a lot with the new balance 990v6 (I bought them exclusively for the trip) and I didn't experience back pain for the first time while traveling, I think it's because of the 990v6. They are super comfy and help to support the bounciness that hits the lower back when you walk.
Wow that’s awesome!
New Balance also has walking and hiking shoes that provide support, cushioning, and comfort.
The zero drop, wide toe box format resolved my foot and knee pain. It’s nicely explained by podiatrist Ray McClanahan at Northwest Foot and Ankle. I came to appreciate the aesthetics of Altras and Lems. Thanks for all you do, Brock.
I *just* got a pair of Lems and am testing them out. They definitely look a bit odd compared to standard shoes, but they felt great right out of the box!
Anecdotally I experienced the opposite. I switched to new balance because of my foot pain, but it slowly just made the underlying problem worse, which was lack of foot strength and mobility.
People’s feet are weak because they’re always in a supportive shoe, then they have to keep increasing the support as their feet get weaker and weaker. the real fix is gradually removing support
Some shoes that are modern with good underfoot cushion are Kizik, Travis Mathew Cuater, Clarks Court Lite, Peter Millar Drift, and Cole Haan Grandpro Crew sneakers. All of them have varying levels of cushion but they're all well cushioned imo.
In my mid 40s, I started getting this horrible pain in my right foot, the base of my big toe. Thinking this was probably from when I broke my foot in 2011. The days of wearing any sneaker was not an option anymore. Did the Sketchers BUT it had to have "Goga Mat" inside, those were ok, I'll wear the slip ons if I'm not going anywhere. I found a pair of Adidas "Alphabounce Beyond M" ..those still work well actually. I have a collection of Jordans 1,3,4, 6...but can't get through a 1/2 day with those anymore. I admit, I never even thought about owning NB's until 11 months ago. I found a pair of 992 gray and wow, unreal comfort! Then tried 2002r, they are ok. The newer 9060 are ok as well, not the greatest however (for me) in terms of pain. Then I also grabbed the 990v6 just like yours and these are my go to sneakers. I have never tried Brooks, but heard these are very comfortable also
If you find something slightly more dressy and slightly less chunky, but still as comfortable as New Balance, please let us know! I have exactly the same problems you described. Glad it’s not just me.
I recently got new balance 990s, and trying them on felt like wearing shoes for the first time. Had the same revelation about never wanting to wear another pair of shoes again. I love rocking the lawn-mowing dad look because now I can walk all day without my feet hurting, it's great.
Oh come on
Good for you having fun with the drums. I picked up an acoustic guitar this Christmas and gave myself a year to see how far I go and, more importantly, to see if I enjoy it. Have to admit I’ve slacked off on learning, this month. Not calling it quits, just yet!
Keep it up!
Adidas Free Hikers are my go-to for comfort. Roomy toe box with Boost midsole and ankle support. They've been a Godsend for my feet, particularly on long walks with my very active dog.
Good to hear an honest opinion. I was leaning towards Hokas or the On Cloud but these sound more of what I need. Also, that jacket is awesome. nice fit.
This man has so much swag he could wear a cardboard box and look amazing
Really enjoyed this video. Felt like a different vibe in terms of personality. Came over very well, good entertainment.
Thank you! I put way more time and energy into this one, so I'm glad it came through.
I have unusually shaped feet and most shoes are too slim for me.
New Balance came onto my radar because they are the one brand that offers different widths, they have a reputation for being comfortable and I like their aesthetic.
And as a 40 year old with 2 young kids, the dad aesthetic is where I live but I don't want to give up on style!
Brock, you're the only style person I follow so this video came along at just the right time!
I work in the medical field and walking 10-15k steps per day is normal. I only wore nikes and adidas mainly for the looks but sadly I suffered from foot pain on those. I tried NB 997s cause they look nice and comfort wise they were Ok. Then I found out about the 990 line so I pulled the trigger on the more expensive 990v5s and was blown away by how good that shoe is. Had it for 5 years now and is still by far the best shoe for me. No more foot pain ever since. I recently got the v6 but i still prefer the feel of the v5s.
They do have more than a whiff of ‘dad shoes’ about them. But the older I get the more comfort appeals…
Same
strong whiff to me.
The 990s are a favorite of the sneakerhead community.
HOW MANY KIDS YA GOT?
Comfort is king!
I have that exact same pair/color of Brooks and every time I wear them, I appreciate them so much. Plus you're right that off-white color way is surprisingly quite fashionable.
Ever since I hit my late 40s, my feet and back started to hurt more. Come to realize that I needed better shoes. My older buddy recommended New Balance sneakers. "Dad shoes?" I joked. But he convinced me to try them out. I first bought 880v12. Then 1080v12. And before you know it, yes, I became a fan! And more importantly, my feet and back don't hurt as much anymore. 🙏
The tone of vid is very different from the rest of your videos, in a good way! Loved the intro, great video!
Thank you! I wanted to try something more creative with this one. Really enjoyed making it, so I'm glad it came through. More to come!
Have you tried the NB 574s? They’re one of my faves. They’re supportive without being too chunky.
Yes! I have a pair. I like the look a lot, but honestly, they're nowhere near the 990s in terms of comfort, at least for my feet.
574s are more generic in a way that... 990s are a modern, streetwear-ready dad-core style, and 574s feel like the kinds of shoes your actual dad would wear.
But yeah, 990s are more comfortable and kind of just better.
Even the New Balance Numeric Skate shoes are amazing! Their fit and feel are amazing and comfortable and don't tire my feet by the end of the day.
The SAME thing happened to my husband. One day great- the next day terrible stabbing PAIN in his foot. He tried them ALL & 'Sketchers Arch Support Shine' are the best he's found! Said they're way more comfortable than the NB 990. Also- put CASTOR OIL on it every night! It works miracles (also on KNEES if you were ever a runner)!
I've been on the same journey the past six or so months, which also started with NB, but my favorite has been the Asics Gel-1130. The special release versions are a step up style-wise, but just as comfortable as any NB I've tried.
How's the width and toe box volume compare to NB?
@@BrockMcGoff Missed this -- about the same width and volume, however, I have not tried the 990s. I wear the 880 v13 for running and have worn some of the classic styles, like the 574, in the past. But man, it's really hard to go back to more minimalist shoes once you go down this road. My knees and hips thank me. I even tried on my old Killshots the other day and the comfort was just not there. If you're not familiar with his channel, @SeanGo does really great sneaker reviews. Cheers. I've appreciated your videos for many years now.
for your boots, ask you podiatrist for a custom 3/4 insole (unlined). They will but just a piece of clearish plastic and won’t mess with your toe room. I used em for both my allen edmond boots and
I also suggest you ASICS Quantum 360. I been wearing 180 version last 2 years. it still comfortable shoe as new. Would also love to see how do we style these kind of sneakers?
I just got a brand new pair of New Balance 990v3s and a pair of On Cloudnovas and man the Cloudnovas are superior in comfort. I wanted the New Balance to be as comfy and supportive but the Ons just blow them away. I find myself wanting to wear the Cloudnovas daily. It’s one of On’s lifestyle shoes and not made for running, just walking and everyday use. I highly recommend. Seriously give them a try. Cheers!
Great video Brock. This is kinda funny and timely because I've been thinking of writing this comment to you for a while now! When I watch some of your older videos, I notice that some of the style "mistakes" mentioned are wearing running shoes, even though you're not running. I can agree, but I went thru the exact same issues you describe here. I used to love wearing minimalist sneakers (Vans, Common Projects, et) but as I got older, my feet just could not tolerate them ( I was an avid skateboarder and basketball player for years, my feet took a beating). After so many years of resistance, I finally gave in to some Nike running shoes. The Revolution 7 work well for me and the Vans ultrarange also work well. I'm actually okay with it now and feel as though I've incorporated it into my style with confidence. But I sometimes picture you evaluating my outfit as I walk down the street, as if your saying "nice fit but those running shoes are ruining it". I"m like "I know, but my feet can't take the stylish shoes!" Lol. So it was really cool to see this! Goes to show that many different types of shoes and clothing can work if worn with confidence, and our style always evolves. Thanks for all the entertaining and useful vids!
We're on the same journey, my friend 😅
I was probably too prescriptive in my earlier videos. But either way, I've come to the same realization you have re: comfort trumping style (not that you can't have both).
No judgement from me haha! And I'm going to check out those shoes you mentioned...
Ecco, you gotta try Ecco. Lots of models, so try and buy. Biom Fjuel is my favorite rn.
I have the same foot problem. I feel the pain of not being able to wear the boots anymore. I found the red wing 1907 can accomodate an insert quite well and have been able to wear them that way with no more foot pain
I liked the style of this video. I too had a lot of foot problems from wearing overly flat soled shoes, my feet would even bleed in Adidas shelltoe shoes in the 90s. I had to abandon coolness in favour of comfort and found new balance 15 years ago. Now theyre so trendy im having trouble buying them online! Luckily the uk outlet has a few pairs in my size in stock (full price theyve really increased a lot). I find them more supportive than other shoes and most importantly they dont tend to hurt my ankles and heels.
I usually wear Red Wing 1907s but it is time for a resole so went sneaker shopping and landed on New Balance 993. Perfect for my wide feet.
Hands down my most comfortable sneakers have been the new balance 1080 v13 and the ASICS gel nimbus 25. I even got my mom a pair and she loves them.
Do the Gel Nimbus 25s run narrow? I was concerned about the width.
@@BrockMcGoff most people say get half a size bigger but it fits true to size for me with room in the toe box at a US 8. They do offer a wide version as well if you are concerned.
Saucony Hurricane 24 and Brook Max 2 are helping me through my injury. I tore my flexor digitorum brevis under my foot clear off my heel. Super fun trying to find shoes…
You should try the Saucony Shadow XT 600!! Similar realm as the NB 990v6 (stylish Dad shoes/80-90s running shoes). They offer this model is so many color ways and premium materials. Truly amazing and comfortable.
I'll check it out!
I wear a lot of boots because I am a commercial contractor. One cheap comfortable boot is Brazos moc toe from Academy Sports. I have much more expensive boots but these are the most comfortable. I took it the cheap insoles and put in mine.
Thanks for your great videos.
I do agree that the New balance shoes are very comfortable but being in my sixties and also a dad I hate the idea of wearing a “dad shoe” so I have been leaning more towards getting the New Balance 272 which has a sleeker profile preferably in white to go for the minimal white design. Trying to look cool in your sixties and still choose comfort is my aim.
Hey Brock, will definitely check out Lestrange. I’ve had issues with my feet as well. The ASICS Nimbus are very comfortable but I just discovered the On Cloud 5. Went to Europe and wore them everyday. And logged about 20,000 steps each day. I’ve never worn anything so comfortable. I wear them 5-6 days a week.
Nimbus 24s were stellar! New ones are great too but hate the stack height. I have wide feet so on cloud are a joke. Love the 990s ..just wish new balance would take that N off the side.
@@Lilnewtynewt completely agree with the branding of the new balance.
Just got a pair of 880s... I really like them. I also wear Asics Nimbus and Cumulus. I find the to be hit and miss from year to year....
I've heard good things about Asics Nimbus, but I've also heard that they run narrow. Thoughts?
My first time watching your content, Brock and I’m sold! That drum part at the end, being an edrummer myself is just the icing on the cake 👌
Thank you! This is my first e-kit (TD27kv2) and I'm loving it so far. What do you play?
@@BrockMcGoff now I have the Alesis Nitro. I started with a Chinese brand , Soundking but the channels started failing one at a time within a year🤣
great Video, as a suggestyfor comfortable shoes i've been wearing nothing but Cole Haan for years now. Nike owns the company so there is sneaker technology and the have a wide selection from formal to sneakers and even flip flops. I think it would be great if you did a video about Cole Haan shoes
I'm going in the opposite direction. I've always worn athletic sneakers and decided to clean up my look and purchased a Thursday white Premier Low Top. I am still waiting to receive them, but I will replace the insole as I use Superfeet med. in my On Clouds. It baffles me that most shoes have little to no arch support, and dress shoes and boots dont have replaceable/removable insoles. 20 years ago, I ruined my feet by wearing boat shoes. The pain was terrible, and it took some time to heal. Once I ditched them, I went with inserts on a better shoe. Have you tried your minimal sneakers with insoles yet?
I switched from Brooks to NB for longevity. I barely got 1 year out of my Brooks. I have had my 608 for 8 years.
My NB 2002r’s are easily my favorite pair of sneakers ever.
I've been sticking with common projects for so many years, until I jumped on the New Balance hype train last year. Also been experimenting with more Y2K runners like the Nike Vomero 5s. I don't think I can go back to the minimalist shoe trend unless it's for smart casual purposes. While minimalist white sneakers look great, it just becomes too safe and boring.
Great video brother. One other option you may want to look into for the asthestic with support and versatility you may want to look into is the Asics Gel NYC. I've been really happy with mine. I also have the classic New Balance 993 and also love those
Never change, brother. This video is super informative and hilarious.
Miss you 😘
Miss you too, brother.
Most comfortable shoes I've worn thus far (and I'm not a hypebeast) are the Yeezy Boost 700 V2, 350 V2, and Nike ZoomX Invincible.
Ultraboosts, 990’s, brooks, Hoka, are all very very comfy but the 990 is very quality. Hell I find Air Max 90’s and ASICS Gel Lyte 3’s extremely comfy.
Ahh, what a timely video as I just placed in an order of the New Balance 990v5 in Castlerock/Grey. I know I need a shoe that’s not super squishy and more on the stability side.
Great choice! I want to try the v5 at some point. Love the castlerock/grey color 👍🏼
Blundstone 585 Chelsea boots are what I wear everyday. For boots, they are amazingly comfortable.
you need to try the 1080v13 and the fresh foam more v5. please make a video on them. they are the one of the most comfortable everyday shoes made by new balance
Best sneakers ever, I have the 990 v3, v4, v5 and just got the v6. After one day it’s clear the v6 is super comfortable maybe the most from the 990 probably because of the fuelcell …my other favorite pair in comfort is the Brooks Ghost 16… I just wear these shoes every day. Otherwise in summer I wear the Sebago Dockside Portland.
This is really interesting because I'm in somewhat of a similar predicament with a mild case of plantar fasciitis. The solution seems to be comfortable footwear and exercise while the feet heal and get stronger. Do you still work out?
Yeah I’ve never really stopped working out (always some combo of lifting and BJJ), although I haven’t done much running or jump rope in a while. I hope you find a solution!
I just got a pair tonight, LOVE them.
Sweet, enjoy them!
Millennial here, comfort is the name of the game lol these 990v6 are amazing! 10/10 highly recommend
Great video. You cannot go wrong with anything from the NB 990 made in usa series.
Great video. Could you do a style guide/look book for the 990s or NB shoes in general?
Loved the new video style, Brock!
Thanks, glad you noticed!
Very informative video Brock, thank you! I am someone who has very little/almost no arch - can I still wear the ones you showed? TIA :)
Thanks! Yeah, I think the 990 line is good for low/no arch too, but you should visit a running/orthotic shoe store and get some expert advice!
I like the way you stylized this video. Good work.
I appreciate that!
I would recommend Asics. They are on par with New Balance.
Which model do you like?
@@BrockMcGoff The Asics GT-1000 10 (discontinued model) is my daily pair of shoes these days. They are comfortable and roomy. My feet never hurt from the very first wear. The midsole may feel a little bit harder compared to other shoes but it just takes time getting used to. Other models like Gel-Lyte III and GT-2160 are comfortable too but so far my pick will be the GT-1000 model.
I may be double-posting but, correction on my recommendation either way, you must try the New Balance 9060 (not 9080 lol.) if you haven’t try them at the store at least bc the comfort is something you won’t forget! Loved the style of vid.
There so many comfortable shoes especially max cushion shoes. My favorite are nike invicible, hoka bondi, oncloud monster, addidas ultraboost, addidas 4frwd. I think they are more comfortable than NB 990.
try Asics 1130, its more comfortable than the NB 990s and more affordable too
I use to do moving for a living I bought a couple pairs of these new balance as they were on sale. I assumed they were some generic brand. It took me more than 3 years to wear out both pairs. Now I cant find them in my area. 8* (
Glad they lasted that long!
Was that the Roland TD-27kv2? It sounded great. Also, your playing was very clean, you should make a drumming channel :))
I wish these things didn't look so dorky on me. I've seen plenty of people pull them off but I am just gonna look trash in these. Which is a shame because this is the first time a show that is in (or any popular stylish shoe) actually comes in wide width which I need. I have mostly running and barefoot shoes but those cannily be worn with athleisure wear.
This MAY be because of hip tighteness . I had feet pain worst when i woke up and a.mild strain all day. Make sure to stretch your legs dew times a week . Oh and advice on newbalance is priceless fpr them..vintage ageing.feet
you should try thursday primer low sneakrs as well as blundstone boots, they are pretty comfortable for sneakrs for me, as someone who has flat feet.
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Hey Brock, not sure how long it will last but the 990's and Asics Gel lytes are huge in Nyc right now
Makes sense given how many miles NYC people are walking everyday!
@@BrockMcGoff Indeed
I'm looking forward to your comfort+stylish discovery! Great job, as always, Brock. And I don't think I knew you were a drummer!
Thanks, Scott! Yeah, I grew up playing piano and drums. Just getting back into it after a long hiatus. Do you play anything?
@@BrockMcGoff ah, I love piano too. Maybe you'll showcase that ability in an upcoming video? 🥰
Loved the music bit at the end! But you HAVE to link that navy top you're wearing. It looks gorgeous!
These walk the tightrope between dad shoe and trendy lifestyle. These will age like wine
i have it too but the air monarch 4 extra wide is the most comfortable for me
You have earned a sub. As someone who suffers daily from flat feet this is a win!
Something about the suede on the 990’s that makes them more versatile than the Nike Monarch.
I work in a hospital and most of the staff wear Brooks and Hokas. I have pairs of both and find my Hokas to be the most comfortable.
Which Hokas do you like?
@@BrockMcGoff I wear Hoka Cliftons. They've gotten me through plantar fasciitis and neuropathy pain.
Have you tried All Birds Tree Runners? Really comfy.
I haven't but will check them out.
Would love different outfits videos with these shoes. Feel like these would be great for a minimalist
B gots jokes! (I already knew this, however) More of these style vids! Also digging those lestrange pieces
Have you tried LESTRANGE? I think you'd be into them.
Hey Brock :) great Video as always! I would recommend you to check out the Danish brand Ecco. All their shoes soles offer comfort and they're also available low top sneaker designs. Cheers!
great video man, those pants look great. NB 990s are very good, I have a pair of 990v4s and like them a lot.
Thanks! I want to try the other versions too. Heard the v4s are great!
I would love to see you address stylish shoes of all types for narrow feet.
Can you please share the link for the Navi jacket brand at 3:16? Thank you!
I would also recommend trying barefoot shoes to build strength in your feet, shoes with thick soles and arch support merely just mask the problem by providing support
I wore New Balance Minimus a lot for a couple years, but I kind of think they made my foot problems worse. Indoors, if I wear a thin (barefoot style) house slipper, my feet start hurting pretty quickly.
Might be an individual thing, or I might have to do some rehab/strengthening.
@@BrockMcGoff sorry to hear that. The New Balances will work well for rehabbing if you’re on your feet a lot. There are some good exercise videos available on UA-cam that you might like to try too. If you want to try barefoot shoes after that I would try to transition slowly, start with around the house, then a short walk, and then for longer periods until you’re hopefully pain free.
you need cushioning and low drop shoes. That's what worked for me.
Where's the black/navy overshirt you are wearing in the video from? It looks really nice!
It's from ASKET
I've ended up in the same boat. Seems like heritage boots were a bad idea afterall. The boot ends up outlasting the health of your feet.
Heh, Metatarsalgia.. I know what u feel. U can imagine how i loved different types of shoes and now i'm forced to buy only shoes which doesn't hurt my metatarsals.. i'm 39 years old now and my Metatarsalgia symptoms started around 6 years ago. With special feet exercises i recovered my feet but still i can't wear all kind of shoes, especially those with heel and little cushion in front of feet.
I'm feeling the same way! What kind of exercises did you do? If you can link to any videos/routines, that would be helpful 🙏🏻
@cGoff There are many exercises which are waste of time. There are two of them which really recover transverse arch. here number one. You must make this exercise every morning around 3-4 month. 50 shrink 2-3 set. after 3-4 month, when ur feet and transverse arch get stronger, u can do this only 2-3 times in week. ua-cam.com/video/BbP-UMa-oSA/v-deo.html
@@BrockMcGoff In video there is used some ball but u don't need ball, u can just sit on chair and do shrinks 30-50 shrinks 2-3 set.
@@BrockMcGoff Second best exercise is calves workout. you can google how to exercise calves. 30-50 reps and 1-2 set is enough every morning.
@@BrockMcGoff I recommend to see on youtube videos about Metatarsalgia, just to know what it is and what kind of deformities causes it.
I cant afford this 990s, any recommended shoes that is a bit cheaper to this?
L’Estrange are absolute top tier. WELL worth the price tag. Unlike anything from New Balance, will be wearing the 24’s a lot.
I agree they're nice pants. Funnily, if you look on LESTRANGE's site, many of their models are wearing New Balances (mostly made-in-UK collection, for obvious reasons).
@@BrockMcGoff I just can’t do it…..
There’s a high pitch whistle coming through in the audio
I would be interested in seeing your thoughts on some pairs of Birkenstock’s shoes.
I had a pair of Arizonas years ago (with heel strap) that I found very comfortable, but the second pair I purchased hasn't worked out. I think the bumps under the toe (the little ridge that's built in) doesn't quite line up with right for my feet.
Do you like them?
I really like the 2002Rs but you've convinced me to give the 990s a try!
I want to try those too but haven't been able to yet. Are they true to size for you?
I want some new balances so bad
I'll talk to Michael and plant the seed 👍🏼
Try the new balance Tiago 1010
Does New Balance have anything that is comfortable but doesn’t look like dad shoe