Tony Levesque nobody moron. I’m just saying if you’re “primary reason” is sustainability don’t buy new shoes. Sorry you’re too stupid to see I’m right.
Late to the Game I wasn’t sure so I had to look it up. Materials are from New Zealand, shoes manufactured in Italy, and headquarters in San Francisco. So no China thankfully.
Tony Levesque that’s a lot of shipping and handling for a “sustainable product.” Things can come from other origins than China and be wasteful. It’s difficult thinking this needs to be explained.
Thanks for this review! I think that I wish that Allbirds are cheaper but I think we’re so used to cheap costs made possible by people paid less than min wage working in dangerous conditions in developing countries that we forget how much things cost if they are made fairly, with materials that are not damaging to the environment. All in all a very helpful review! Thanks!
You’re right Gloria. We have been spared many products’ true cost for decades by shoe companies favoring competitive pricing that are achieved by low wages and ignoring the cost of externalities - all of the natural resources used at the expense of all of us in the production of any manufactured thing (think water, air and fossil fuels). These resources are finite and we seldom pay for them. Allbirds have likely figured these costs in, which is what all manufacturers should have done all along to temper our consumption habits, and figure in the true cost of making a thing when using finite resources.
IMO 95$ is a fair price for shoes offering style but also comfort. I understand some sports shoes just cost ~60-70$ but most of them dont look not trendy but ugly tbh.
Weird, wool is generally seen as prestigious in Europe. Of course we understand cheaper wool can be scratchy and so forth, but we also understand that even that kind of wool has the same breathability and insulation benefits. Many people's winter coats are made of wool to avoid getting sweaty whilst staying toasty.
Hey, I was just looking into getting a pair of Allbirds! I loved that you live in my home city of Raleigh. Currently living in Charlotte, I hope to make it back to Raleigh within a few years, work permitting. Great review!
I didn’t like how my first Tree Runners Allbirds fit at first. But I did break them in and now I love them. I have the dark gray ones that lace up the ankle. I hand wash them though. I don’t trust my washing machine to not mess them up. I was worried about them losing their shape if I threw them in the wash. So far they’ve held up. Not very good in wet weather though. It’s not waterproof, and it doesn’t have good traction on slippery surfaces.
So, there is a tip here for Allbirds about what kind of shoes to release next.. Wedding Shoes.....with all sustainable materials used, for a Green Wedding. Good luck, Allbirds...
I had heard about AllBirds from someone else a few weeks ago.. I wanted to give them a try because of sustainability. I had some doubts about the sizing options, since I wear a wide. However, the moment I put on my pair, the show seemed to mold comfortable around my foot. It wasn't tight at all and felt really light. The price of the shoe is comparable to what I would pay for a pair a good hiking or running shoes. So the price doesn't bother me. The fact that your shoes lasted more than a year speaks to their durability. They are definitely worth the price.It's not like you're paying $99 every year.
Exactly, these are the price of decent running shoes and aren’t too far away from crap construction, sweatshop sneakers. Idk how they aren’t charging more for the higher labour charge, merino wool material and the R&D to get a comfortable fit on so many people. If anything the price is in the territory where cheapskates can just about afford it and they’re now having a b*tch over the fact it costs more than a Target shoe.
2 years ago I tried a pair of All Birds' Tree Runners - now all my shoes are All Birds. Tree Runners are good for casual day wear. If you're wearing all day or for walking or running go the Tree Dashers. Best shoes out there IMHO.
I have 6 pair of allbirds.... I'm an xray/ct tech.... the description of these shoes is accurate. They're the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned. The definitely out perform my On Clouds. I would choose allbirds everytime
I mean after 2 years it's starting to wear out I'd say it's good. And the price is standard given quality of materials and everything. Merino wool isn't cheap. I don't find those negatives brought up to be valid. A pair of merino wool socks are minimum 15$ cad. That's just the socks.
I believe that's the first time I've heard you mention a relationship. You lit up when you mentioned the wedding. You should share more in your videos.
Thanks for the feedback! Perhaps we’ll do an ask me anything video when we hit 40k subscribers or something along those lines. Not sure the best format for it but we’ll do something.
Been thinking of buying these. The most comfortable shoes I have ever worn are the Nike Pegasus Turbo. They are so comfy and light. Anyone has both the Turbos and allbirds? What’s the comparison?
Best shoes on the planet, I have the Wool runner Mizzle. I just got the tree runners. I over probate cause of low arches, these shoes have great stability as well as comfort.
Solid review thank you. Disagree with the price point idea. It's premium for many reasons. Cover costs of sustainable and carbon neutrality, inspires buyers to hold onto the shoe for longer and take better care, gives the brand an element of prestige, and doesn't allow for the potential to cut corners to create a bargain brand competitor.
If you’re worried about size, they have a 30 day money back guarantee. They include a prepaid return sticker, and all you need to do is stick that sticker on the box, and fill out the included form as to why you’re returning them.
I have bought 3 pairs for my husband in about same time frame as you Josh although his first pair is now 2 years old. He works from home and wears slippers during the work day so they are his go-to-shoes for evenings and weekends out. We live in Orlando so a lot of walking in the parks. He’s a 13 and his big toe wore through the wool of his first pair which Allbirds replaced for free and told us to put moleskin in the toe area in the replacement pair. You got way more wear out of a single pair of shoes than you realize. I am sure you are probably 3 times over the recommended steps per pair. You shouldn’t be wearing that first pair any longer not because of slipperiness but because you have worn down your shoes. You wouldn’t drive on bald tires would you? You will end up with plantar fasciitis if you continue on this path. You got your $95 worth. Throw that pair out.
hearing so many wear their toe through, I was planning to pre patch the inside this same way, right from day one and just replace the patch occasionally.
Sizing? True to size or they run 1/2" small in the front toe area? Im 10.5 myself and I noticed there website does off 1/2 sizes. I like navy color like the one you showed. Please advise based on your experience.
Love my Allbirds. Two things to note, the inside material rips where my big toes is. There is a thin rubber piece in between the lining and wool, if they made it an inch longer the inside of the shoe would last longer. For $95 it’s a big disappointment. Second, the wool on the inside of the shoe wears away after a month or two. Wool on the heal box and insole rubs off almost instantly. What keeps me coming back is the comfort. I can’t find another brand that is just the right amount of support and comfort. I just bought e new pair and I’ll be glueing a thin piece of leather in the toe box to keep the material from ripping.
Thanks for this review. I actually just ordered my first pair of this brand; the tree runners. The main reason I'm giving them a try is that they have a brown pair. I find it difficult to find a brown pair of tennis/tennis-like shoes for men. As for as wearing them in warm weather, that's fine. I wear those barely-three shoe liner style socks so I should be fine. I expedited the shipment so hopefully I'll get them by this weekend. As for the price, yep. They are now $95.00US. I was chatting with them online (Facebook) and asked if they had any discount codes and was told that they feel their shoes are priced well. In other word - no. Cheers!
Great info! Can you talk your bride to be into trying out the Rothy's womens shoes! They are expensive and I'm curious if they are worth they hype!! Thanks for the review!!!
99 dollars isnt a downside for all of the positive comments you made. You got to be prepared to pay a little more for a quality product. Compared to Nike they have a killer price
And the best part is you are paying for the quality of materials, comfort and non-sweatshop construction for something you will use for 4-5 years not a designer/iconic brand (people somehow have no issues dropping cash for flashy brands). People who complain about this price will go ahead and buy shoes that are cheaper and less comfortable and replace them more frequently and spend just as much in the long run whilst having sore feet. Shoes, mattresses and tyres should never be cheaped out on, things that separate you from the ground.
Not to mention that even lowering the price as it is would mean that they will be cutting down on something else in order not to sacrifice the high quality everyone is used to. Most probably they‘d cut costs by migrating production to a sweatshop where workers are paid terribly and the working conditions are bad. 99USD is a fair price, in my opinion.
I have the Wool Runners. Love them except for the fact that I can't put them on without using my hands. The tongue gets folded up inside and I have to sit down and adjust them by hand.
I find it funny that people are complaining about the price... are shoes usually super cheap in America? This is sold for about $140 AUD and it’s an absolute bargain, Converse which is a canvas shoe with hard, flat as a plank insoles are $100 AUD and most *quality* sneakers go for just above $150 AUD. Given use per wear and how important comfortable shoes are, this makes a lot of sense.
I think 95 is reasonable but 80 would be great. That could be a big difference for a lot of people and the difference between one pair and two pairs for some
The price is totally reasonable here in Australia... it’s $140 AUD, when Converse with flat as a plank insoles go for $100 AUD, and decent running shoes are $150 AUD and above. The fact that it’s merino wool and not made in some sweat shop while trying to keep the company profitable - I don’t know how they’re not selling them for more.
Vegans should know that most sheep NEED shearing to remain heathy and happy. There used to be an inhumane practice with merino (cutting a patch of skin near butt to prevent a type of fly issue) but it is banned in NZ. Wool is also not that warm when comparing similar weight fabrics and tightness of weave. However it does not lose insulation when wet and thats where the warm reputation really comes from. Its also why cotton is called death cloth. Wool is regulating fot hot or cold. Its used in space suits for the same reasons, it handles the extreme heat as well as cold. Its the true sustainable. All the corporate aliances "for the war" (ww1&2) are still keeping hemp, wool and cotton hard to make cheap when the stuff literally just grows and takes way less processing than petrochemicals.
I ask a lot from my shoes, I currently wear only converse for almost everything except special occasions. But if I’m building a shed, walking for miles, skating, or acting on stage I am in a pair of converse. All these acts force my feet to fold and put stress on my shoes. My converse always rip from the side and I need to buy new ones every 5 months. My question and hopes for you to answer are, will these shoes be a far better alternative???
I would definitely reccomend trying them. Allbirds does have a trial period as well (for ~ 30 days). We've found they are certainly more comfortable (by far!) than the traditional converse shoes.
Do it. As far as I’m concerned, as someone who wore Converse like you to everything, you’re getting better value in this shoe. It costs a bit more, about the same as any decent pair of running shoes. They won’t wear out as fast, and they’re actually comfortable and won’t give you foot pain and issues in the long run. For such a investment for your feet, shoes (like mattresses and tyres) aren’t to be cheaped out on and this is fantastically affordable given the years of use you can get out of it and the versatility with which you can wear it daily.
Does anyone really know if these shoes are cruelty free? I just got a pair for work and I'm kinda bummed out about this aspect. Can't find anything about it from the company....
They’re made in Korea, so I think labour standards are far higher there than in sweatshops in Bangladesh/China. There’s eucalyptus fibre options instead of wool if you prefer.
Yeah when I saw the price tag i noped out ASAP. I could easily go to an outlet and pick up a shoe at round the same price that I would like more. I love the concept behind the shoe, but I can't justify buying it at that price. I would pick it up for maybe 70 dollars max.
I got a pair off runners for $ 115.00 dollars i use 8.5 size and I order size 9 and the shoes was to small my feet was very uncomfortable I am very disappointed with my purchase
Exactly. Not only is it not a sweatshop shoe, but think of all the R&D to get such a comfortable fit for so many people. Cheapskates are just whining because it’s barely scraping in their price range and they expect it to cost as much as some cheap crap from Target that hurt your feet and will wear down within a year.
90 bucks for shoes isn't a lot, if you start creating cheap shoes people will start throwing them away after a couple of months, so you are really promoting having a throw away culture
A year ago: At $95 a pair, they are out of range costly September 2020: hold my beer ($135 now) It’s like there where like. O make it affordable to all types of ppl? Say no more fam, lets rocket these prices. Companies bruh...
I think you're looking at their running shoes. They're different from the everyday sneakers which are what we reviewed, which aren't actually built for running (even though we mistakenly said that in the video).
Maybe save your complaints for designer/fashion shoes that have no reason to cost $1000s. Think of the R&D to get such a comfy fit on so many people, the fact that it isn’t cheaply constructed sweatshop shoes from Bangladesh/China. Spread out over 4-5 years, its less per YEAR for something you use all day, 365 days a year, than than most people spend at McDonalds in a month. Yet because it’s so cheap for excellent quality, cheapskates come out of the woodwork to whinge that it’s not as cheap as a sweatshop Target shoe that gives way after a single year.
Not worth the money, mine got holes in the toes in 6 months. I have shoes that are 14 years old that I wear almost everyday. That’s sustainable. Buy shoes that are goodyear welted, they last for years, since you can get them resoled.
I do have a pair of goodyear treaded sandals! Still looking at a pair of these. Felted wool stitched to a tire would be great in my book. I prefer flatter shoes and dont like over cushioned form fit of modern sneakers
It depends also on how you take care of your shoes - I‘ve had mine since 2019 and the uppers still look amazing, granted I let my shoes breathe out in between uses and use shoe woods.
If this is supposed to be a sustainable company I hope that they last over time. To keep buying new items defeats the purpose of sustainable minimal living
Sort of, the "tree" runners mentioned in the videos are mostly made from eucalyptus but they still use a little bit of wool on the insole. Everything else in the shoe is made from plants (the upper mesh and the "rubber" sole) or recycled plastic (the laces)
Sheep need to be sheared to be happy. The inhumane practices associated (are with merino) only happen in america. NZ banned it and aussies frown on it. So youre making sheep happy to wear wool. Its not like an american confined feed lot. Nz sheep run through the hills and graze wild until they are so fuzzy its a health danger.
These shoes suck, wore out pretty quick. Only had it for three weeks, and they look like I got out of the garbage. Also, it's not good on slippery surface while running outdoors. It's a pass for me.
Sustainability is actually the primary reason I am considering these shoes. The comfort and style is just icing on the cake!
Go buy used shoes at Goodwill if you're so concerned about sustainability.
Sean Fogarty Who hurt you, Sean?
Tony Levesque nobody moron. I’m just saying if you’re “primary reason” is sustainability don’t buy new shoes. Sorry you’re too stupid to see I’m right.
Late to the Game I wasn’t sure so I had to look it up. Materials are from New Zealand, shoes manufactured in Italy, and headquarters in San Francisco. So no China thankfully.
Tony Levesque that’s a lot of shipping and handling for a “sustainable product.”
Things can come from other origins than China and be wasteful. It’s difficult thinking this needs to be explained.
By far, the best fitting, most comfortable shoes I’ve ever put on. My old shoes feel like army boots now.
Thanks for this review! I think that I wish that Allbirds are cheaper but I think we’re so used to cheap costs made possible by people paid less than min wage working in dangerous conditions in developing countries that we forget how much things cost if they are made fairly, with materials that are not damaging to the environment. All in all a very helpful review! Thanks!
You’re right Gloria. We have been spared many products’ true cost for decades by shoe companies favoring competitive pricing that are achieved by low wages and ignoring the cost of externalities - all of the natural resources used at the expense of all of us in the production of any manufactured thing (think water, air and fossil fuels). These resources are finite and we seldom pay for them. Allbirds have likely figured these costs in, which is what all manufacturers should have done all along to temper our consumption habits, and figure in the true cost of making a thing when using finite resources.
99 is pretty good given how sustainable/ethical the brand is
Rich 91 Hell yeah. I’m down.
Late to the Game Love Walmart shoes. I’m sold.
IMO 95$ is a fair price for shoes offering style but also comfort. I understand some sports shoes just cost ~60-70$ but most of them dont look not trendy but ugly tbh.
Weird, wool is generally seen as prestigious in Europe. Of course we understand cheaper wool can be scratchy and so forth, but we also understand that even that kind of wool has the same breathability and insulation benefits. Many people's winter coats are made of wool to avoid getting sweaty whilst staying toasty.
It's the same in the US. I suppose he's referring to cheap wool.
Same in Australia, Merino Wool sneakers sound fancy
Hey, I was just looking into getting a pair of Allbirds! I loved that you live in my home city of Raleigh. Currently living in Charlotte, I hope to make it back to Raleigh within a few years, work permitting. Great review!
I didn’t like how my first Tree Runners Allbirds fit at first. But I did break them in and now I love them. I have the dark gray ones that lace up the ankle. I hand wash them though. I don’t trust my washing machine to not mess them up. I was worried about them losing their shape if I threw them in the wash. So far they’ve held up. Not very good in wet weather though. It’s not waterproof, and it doesn’t have good traction on slippery surfaces.
How breathable are they? My feet gets really hot easily😭
So, there is a tip here for Allbirds about what kind of shoes to release next..
Wedding Shoes.....with all sustainable materials used, for a Green Wedding.
Good luck, Allbirds...
Had no clue you were engaged! Congrats!
And thanks for this review. I had never really considered them, but I might now!
Thank you and let me know if you do! Always interested to hear what others think about the shoes.
I had heard about AllBirds from someone else a few weeks ago.. I wanted to give them a try because of sustainability. I had some doubts about the sizing options, since I wear a wide. However, the moment I put on my pair, the show seemed to mold comfortable around my foot. It wasn't tight at all and felt really light.
The price of the shoe is comparable to what I would pay for a pair a good hiking or running shoes. So the price doesn't bother me.
The fact that your shoes lasted more than a year speaks to their durability. They are definitely worth the price.It's not like you're paying $99 every year.
Exactly, these are the price of decent running shoes and aren’t too far away from crap construction, sweatshop sneakers. Idk how they aren’t charging more for the higher labour charge, merino wool material and the R&D to get a comfortable fit on so many people. If anything the price is in the territory where cheapskates can just about afford it and they’re now having a b*tch over the fact it costs more than a Target shoe.
2 years ago I tried a pair of All Birds' Tree Runners - now all my shoes are All Birds. Tree Runners are good for casual day wear. If you're wearing all day or for walking or running go the Tree Dashers. Best shoes out there IMHO.
I have 6 pair of allbirds.... I'm an xray/ct tech.... the description of these shoes is accurate. They're the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned. The definitely out perform my On Clouds. I would choose allbirds everytime
I mean after 2 years it's starting to wear out I'd say it's good. And the price is standard given quality of materials and everything. Merino wool isn't cheap. I don't find those negatives brought up to be valid. A pair of merino wool socks are minimum 15$ cad. That's just the socks.
I too wear size 14. I was on the fence about buying a pair of Allbirds. After you review, I am definitely getting a pair.
The exact review I needed for these shoes!! Thanks you😆
You’re welcome!
I believe that's the first time I've heard you mention a relationship. You lit up when you mentioned the wedding. You should share more in your videos.
Thanks for the feedback! Perhaps we’ll do an ask me anything video when we hit 40k subscribers or something along those lines. Not sure the best format for it but we’ll do something.
Great review. Keep killing it, Josh
Thank you!
Been thinking of buying these. The most comfortable shoes I have ever worn are the Nike Pegasus Turbo. They are so comfy and light. Anyone has both the Turbos and allbirds? What’s the comparison?
Best shoes on the planet, I have the Wool runner Mizzle. I just got the tree runners. I over probate cause of low arches, these shoes have great stability as well as comfort.
@@hcokiddtony it’s hard to say if it’s raining I wear the wool runner muzzles, but if nice day out I like the tree runners cause of the purple color
Solid review thank you. Disagree with the price point idea. It's premium for many reasons. Cover costs of sustainable and carbon neutrality, inspires buyers to hold onto the shoe for longer and take better care, gives the brand an element of prestige, and doesn't allow for the potential to cut corners to create a bargain brand competitor.
i usually wear a 7.5 in vans so im debating if its worth risking it and getting an 8, lowering the price tag would help a lot.
If you’re worried about size, they have a 30 day money back guarantee. They include a prepaid return sticker, and all you need to do is stick that sticker on the box, and fill out the included form as to why you’re returning them.
I have bought 3 pairs for my husband in about same time frame as you Josh although his first pair is now 2 years old. He works from home and wears slippers during the work day so they are his go-to-shoes for evenings and weekends out. We live in Orlando so a lot of walking in the parks. He’s a 13 and his big toe wore through the wool of his first pair which Allbirds replaced for free and told us to put moleskin in the toe area in the replacement pair.
You got way more wear out of a single pair of shoes than you realize. I am sure you are probably 3 times over the recommended steps per pair. You shouldn’t be wearing that first pair any longer not because of slipperiness but because you have worn down your shoes. You wouldn’t drive on bald tires would you? You will end up with plantar fasciitis if you continue on this path. You got your $95 worth. Throw that pair out.
hearing so many wear their toe through, I was planning to pre patch the inside this same way, right from day one and just replace the patch occasionally.
Sizing? True to size or they run 1/2" small in the front toe area? Im 10.5 myself and I noticed there website does off 1/2 sizes. I like navy color like the one you showed.
Please advise based on your experience.
Love my Allbirds. Two things to note, the inside material rips where my big toes is. There is a thin rubber piece in between the lining and wool, if they made it an inch longer the inside of the shoe would last longer. For $95 it’s a big disappointment. Second, the wool on the inside of the shoe wears away after a month or two. Wool on the heal box and insole rubs off almost instantly. What keeps me coming back is the comfort. I can’t find another brand that is just the right amount of support and comfort. I just bought e new pair and I’ll be glueing a thin piece of leather in the toe box to keep the material from ripping.
Hoping you see this! What kind of work do you do for a living and are they decent for being on your feet for 8+ hrs?
@@Cre8fulYT yes, very good. I work in retail and a friend is a car salesman and he loves them too.
Thank the heavens, I will say I weigh around 240 so I hope these hold up. I too work in retail so that’s great to hear!
Which style do you use?
I get the wool runner, not the running shoe, though you could.
Thanks for this review. I actually just ordered my first pair of this brand; the tree runners. The main reason I'm giving them a try is that they have a brown pair. I find it difficult to find a brown pair of tennis/tennis-like shoes for men. As for as wearing them in warm weather, that's fine. I wear those barely-three shoe liner style socks so I should be fine. I expedited the shipment so hopefully I'll get them by this weekend. As for the price, yep. They are now $95.00US. I was chatting with them online (Facebook) and asked if they had any discount codes and was told that they feel their shoes are priced well. In other word - no. Cheers!
I love that you left the "99 a shoe" moment - it was funny and made yourself look less pretentious. Cheers.
very informative video that hit all the points I wanted to know about, thanks a lot!
Excellent review, man. Buying a pair of tree runners today.
Great info! Can you talk your bride to be into trying out the Rothy's womens shoes! They are expensive and I'm curious if they are worth they hype!! Thanks for the review!!!
Great review. Thanks, I'm going to buy a pair of the tree runners.
What are ur views on Sketchers shoes?
Here in Europe they cost 120 EUR.. bit expensive but im really fed up with uncomfortable shoes so i will just buy them
Seeing as allbirds operates around the goal of sustainability I don't think I can see them making a sustainable shoe that costs less than $95
Hi! What is the color of the Blue Tree Runners? is it Marine Blue or smth else?
99 dollars isnt a downside for all of the positive comments you made. You got to be prepared to pay a little more for a quality product. Compared to Nike they have a killer price
And the best part is you are paying for the quality of materials, comfort and non-sweatshop construction for something you will use for 4-5 years not a designer/iconic brand (people somehow have no issues dropping cash for flashy brands). People who complain about this price will go ahead and buy shoes that are cheaper and less comfortable and replace them more frequently and spend just as much in the long run whilst having sore feet.
Shoes, mattresses and tyres should never be cheaped out on, things that separate you from the ground.
Not to mention that even lowering the price as it is would mean that they will be cutting down on something else in order not to sacrifice the high quality everyone is used to. Most probably they‘d cut costs by migrating production to a sweatshop where workers are paid terribly and the working conditions are bad. 99USD is a fair price, in my opinion.
Congratulations on the engagement, comfort is desirable I totally agree. Another awesome review 👍
Thank you Steve!
Size 14? Your feet are like boats.
What? Mine is 43!
Your*
Mine are 14 aswell or 48 in Europe xD we are bigfoot
I'm also a 14...
I have the Wool Runners. Love them except for the fact that I can't put them on without using my hands. The tongue gets folded up inside and I have to sit down and adjust them by hand.
Which all bird is best for breathable and light?
You deserve to have more subscribers
Maybe it's time to buy a new pair of shoes for once. I've done 3 years in $6 second-hand Nikes and they don't hold up at the gym.
Congratulations on your engagement and love all your reviews. Cheers!
Thank you!
Price is only reason I can’t pull the trigger on these. I just feel like for $100 I can get a better all around sneaker .
I agree with your points on the price
I find it funny that people are complaining about the price... are shoes usually super cheap in America? This is sold for about $140 AUD and it’s an absolute bargain, Converse which is a canvas shoe with hard, flat as a plank insoles are $100 AUD and most *quality* sneakers go for just above $150 AUD. Given use per wear and how important comfortable shoes are, this makes a lot of sense.
Will you be reviewing the new buabax shoes 🤔
I think 95 is reasonable but 80 would be great. That could be a big difference for a lot of people and the difference between one pair and two pairs for some
The price is totally reasonable here in Australia... it’s $140 AUD, when Converse with flat as a plank insoles go for $100 AUD, and decent running shoes are $150 AUD and above. The fact that it’s merino wool and not made in some sweat shop while trying to keep the company profitable - I don’t know how they’re not selling them for more.
Do they make shoes for women too? I really want shoes that dont harm the environment and they look sooo confy☺️
They do! They have quite a few different styles as well.
Is size 14 your normal shoe size? Rumor has it that Allbirds run a bit small.
Yep, that's my normal shoe size.
Who tf is avoiding wool?
People who are allergic to wool
vegans
Wool can be warm
Wool is itchy, live under a rock?
Vegans should know that most sheep NEED shearing to remain heathy and happy.
There used to be an inhumane practice with merino (cutting a patch of skin near butt to prevent a type of fly issue) but it is banned in NZ.
Wool is also not that warm when comparing similar weight fabrics and tightness of weave. However it does not lose insulation when wet and thats where the warm reputation really comes from. Its also why cotton is called death cloth. Wool is regulating fot hot or cold. Its used in space suits for the same reasons, it handles the extreme heat as well as cold.
Its the true sustainable. All the corporate aliances "for the war" (ww1&2) are still keeping hemp, wool and cotton hard to make cheap when the stuff literally just grows and takes way less processing than petrochemicals.
I ask a lot from my shoes, I currently wear only converse for almost everything except special occasions. But if I’m building a shed, walking for miles, skating, or acting on stage I am in a pair of converse. All these acts force my feet to fold and put stress on my shoes. My converse always rip from the side and I need to buy new ones every 5 months. My question and hopes for you to answer are, will these shoes be a far better alternative???
I would definitely reccomend trying them. Allbirds does have a trial period as well (for ~ 30 days). We've found they are certainly more comfortable (by far!) than the traditional converse shoes.
6 Months Later Reviews I wasn’t expecting such a fast reply! Thanks so much I appreciate the help and loved the video my dude
Do it. As far as I’m concerned, as someone who wore Converse like you to everything, you’re getting better value in this shoe. It costs a bit more, about the same as any decent pair of running shoes. They won’t wear out as fast, and they’re actually comfortable and won’t give you foot pain and issues in the long run. For such a investment for your feet, shoes (like mattresses and tyres) aren’t to be cheaped out on and this is fantastically affordable given the years of use you can get out of it and the versatility with which you can wear it daily.
Excellent review!.. ... 👍🐜👍
Does anyone really know if these shoes are cruelty free? I just got a pair for work and I'm kinda bummed out about this aspect. Can't find anything about it from the company....
They’re made in Korea, so I think labour standards are far higher there than in sweatshops in Bangladesh/China. There’s eucalyptus fibre options instead of wool if you prefer.
If u want a comfort type shoes, then get ultraboost or Nike react
Is anyone wide footed? Like 4.5 inches wide? How do these stack up?
Yeah when I saw the price tag i noped out ASAP. I could easily go to an outlet and pick up a shoe at round the same price that I would like more. I love the concept behind the shoe, but I can't justify buying it at that price. I would pick it up for maybe 70 dollars max.
Never heard of all birds till now.
Are you from the Raleigh area?
Yep!
Ever tried an ultra boost?
If they made them a little bit cheaper i would get them
I got a pair off runners for $ 115.00 dollars i use 8.5 size and I order size 9 and the shoes was to small my feet was very uncomfortable I am very disappointed with my purchase
They have free returns, you should get the next size up. They've got a 30 day return policy.
The smallest Men size is 8 (40-41 EU). Why does allbirds offer smaller size in men? :( Great vid Josh thanks!
Probably just buy women's? I can't imagine the shoe structure is too much different. A girl friend of mine wears mens 10 and has never complained
You can't make cheap products when its trying to be faor and sustainable. I'd be willing to pay hundreds of dollars for something with a good purpose
Exactly. Not only is it not a sweatshop shoe, but think of all the R&D to get such a comfortable fit for so many people. Cheapskates are just whining because it’s barely scraping in their price range and they expect it to cost as much as some cheap crap from Target that hurt your feet and will wear down within a year.
You could pass for Paul Rudd's unpopular sibling.
Is anyone paying $100 for these now? Wal*Mart has them at $50
90 bucks for shoes isn't a lot, if you start creating cheap shoes people will start throwing them away after a couple of months, so you are really promoting having a throw away culture
A year ago: At $95 a pair, they are out of range costly
September 2020: hold my beer ($135 now)
It’s like there where like. O make it affordable to all types of ppl? Say no more fam, lets rocket these prices. Companies bruh...
I think you're looking at their running shoes. They're different from the everyday sneakers which are what we reviewed, which aren't actually built for running (even though we mistakenly said that in the video).
Maybe save your complaints for designer/fashion shoes that have no reason to cost $1000s. Think of the R&D to get such a comfy fit on so many people, the fact that it isn’t cheaply constructed sweatshop shoes from Bangladesh/China. Spread out over 4-5 years, its less per YEAR for something you use all day, 365 days a year, than than most people spend at McDonalds in a month. Yet because it’s so cheap for excellent quality, cheapskates come out of the woodwork to whinge that it’s not as cheap as a sweatshop Target shoe that gives way after a single year.
They’re too expensive. The are comfortable but the price stops me buying another pair.
If y'all want a more "accurate" review then watch Seth Fowlers video on albirds his channel is a shoe channel so he knows a thing or two about comfort
Not worth the money, mine got holes in the toes in 6 months. I have shoes that are 14 years old that I wear almost everyday. That’s sustainable. Buy shoes that are goodyear welted, they last for years, since you can get them resoled.
I do have a pair of goodyear treaded sandals!
Still looking at a pair of these.
Felted wool stitched to a tire would be great in my book. I prefer flatter shoes and dont like over cushioned form fit of modern sneakers
Never knew sneakers could have replaceable goodyear welted soles, I though only dress shoes had them.
The SF human waste on the streets slides right off the Allbirds
Did I miss the con where the uppers look absolutely terrible and misshapen after 6 months?
It depends also on how you take care of your shoes - I‘ve had mine since 2019 and the uppers still look amazing, granted I let my shoes breathe out in between uses and use shoe woods.
If this is supposed to be a sustainable company I hope that they last over time. To keep buying new items defeats the purpose of sustainable minimal living
Allbirds has more info specific to sustainably on their website in case your interested: www.allbirds.com/pages/sustainability
Depending on how much you use them will determine how long they last.
$95.00 ! geez But ok
Wool is awesome and expensive. What the heck
Can I get animal free Allbirds?
Sort of, the "tree" runners mentioned in the videos are mostly made from eucalyptus but they still use a little bit of wool on the insole. Everything else in the shoe is made from plants (the upper mesh and the "rubber" sole) or recycled plastic (the laces)
Sheep need to be sheared to be happy.
The inhumane practices associated (are with merino) only happen in america. NZ banned it and aussies frown on it.
So youre making sheep happy to wear wool. Its not like an american confined feed lot. Nz sheep run through the hills and graze wild until they are so fuzzy its a health danger.
These shoes suck, wore out pretty quick. Only had it for three weeks, and they look like I got out of the garbage. Also, it's not good on slippery surface while running outdoors. It's a pass for me.
Wait only $99?? Lmao they should raise the price. I honestly thought it was $200
Made in china
It's made in New Zealand
@@xtream24 Go to thier website. South Korea and China
@@timc5415 not all things made in China are equal - they use factories that treat their workers fairly and not in sweatshops.
Beautiful feet. Just saying....
I'm allergic to wool, and these things are butt ugly.
I hate their non stop commercials....ugly shoes....expensive. Get some 12 dollar walmart shoes....they look the same.
They are suppose to be comfortable. Style is second