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It's a little unfortunate that minimalist shoes dont have minimalist pricing. I really want to try xero but ive heard not so good things about durability and they are a little expensive
Yeah I would avoid xero. Not only are they not any cheaper, the shipping is slooooow, they're still made in China(not ethically sourced) and they are very cheaply made. The founders are definitely raking in the cash but for the customer, they kinda suck.
@@andrewhuff2640 hear ya, but fyi most shoes that are more premium/high-performers are made overseas. You’d be hard pressed to find a model made in the US that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg. I’ve looked into building shoes and more and more I learn how the US’s capabilities just aren’t there yet. Plus, to build models fully in the US they’d be wicked expensive and then you’d have people just complain about the price which is a whole other issue 😂 (Not sticking up for Xero, just shedding thoughts on what I’ve learned with trying to build shoes over the last few months)
@@andrewhuff2640The China things doesn't bother me too much because if I only bought ethically sourced shoes I would be legit barefoot. Xero shoes at least look like normal shoes as most barefoot shoes look a little goofy imo, the Whitting are no exception. I can't pull the trigger on Xero bc of the poor quality (from all the reviews) and high price so I'm stuck for now.
Writing this comment for the few people not being 100% sold on the footshaped shoes because of the weird look: it's weird only when you directly look at them when you wear them. The wide toebox disappear the moment you see them from any angle that's not right above the shoe. So don't be scared that they will look goofy. They look like that just for you, for anybody else they look like a normal shoe. ;)
I have a black pair of the casual version and they look great after 2 months use. Had to take the insole out immediately in order to fit my high volume feet and they feel quite thin (low stack height). I tried on lots of models from Xero as well as the Vivo Primus Lite III, but none were wide enough for my feet to fit comfortably. These are so flexible they do the job for the price especially
I have 2 Whitin and 1 Hobibear, which are probably the same shoe, in the wide width and love them! I tried them on when I got my first pair and told my husband these are so comfortable! I had bought 5 pairs of traditional sneakers and returned all of them, then I found Whitin. I’m going to be 70 on my next birthday and am not active in the gym anymore due to significant spine degeneration and wear these as everyday shoes. I’m used to going barefoot or wearing knock off Birkenstocks so these feel very natural to me. My step son is looking at a pair for everyday wear and the gym.
I have a pair of whitin barefoot shoes. I didn’t know what a barefoot shoe was, I just looked up “sock shoe” because I saw a pair at Payless YEARS ago and thought I’d like a pair for the gym. I quite like them. I stopped wearing them because I wanted something slightly more structured. I thought about a pair of regular barefoot shoes, and I didn’t know they were a-semi established brand. I’m happy I found this video.
I just got mine delivered by whitin . So odd to wear a size 10 wide . I used to be a size 8 ! Two years of working in my toe splay now my foot is in its natural form . I feel like they look like clown shoes compare to wearing converse that choked my poor feet . I’m going for earth runners next
You should try their canvas model. I find that they age more gracefully than their knit models (don't get nearly as dirty). The canvas model is also a lot warmer so it was great this last winter.
I wore out my sketchers slip-ons and needed a new casual shoe. Since I stopped working over a year ago I'm barefoot 90% of the time and decided to explore minimalist shoes. I kept struggling to pull the trigger on shoes that were $100+ that I intended to just wear for running errands or hanging out around my neighborhood or while camping. Once I found these shoes I felt a lot better about saying yes and I'm glad I did. I think these shoes feel really comfortable, like a supportive hug on my feet. My feet feel GOOD when I'm walking around in them. I installed elastic laces on mine so I could just slip them on - can't get any better. I am also happier with the thicker sole - sorry, barefoot shoes, but I just think it is a bit silly to have little to no cushion when walking on concrete and tile. I think these shoes are a great compromise between getting the needed support & protection for urban environments and the benefits of foot-shaped, zero drop shoes.
Lol I actually use mine with thicker socks for walking outside for my job in the winter around freezing temperatures. The thicker sole insulates against the frozen ground (which is what actually gives you cold feet) and the uppers are thick enough to stop the cold even on a motorcycle. For all other seasons I use Xero HFS and Merrell Gloves that are super breathable. Overall they're amazing shoes. Basically a FeelGrounds copy at less than half the price and with a properly durable sole.
I use these as my everyday work shoes as I transition to barefoot shoes. I use the trail running minimalist version. Got them in wide and I really like them. Was dealing with some hip pain and noticed it’s not happening anymore.
I am absolutely obsessed with these shoes I’ve had them for like 6 months now and my feet feel amazing after having worn them pretty much daily. I just ordered a couple more pairs for my workouts/walks.
They're good - I just wish they weren't actually Alibaba shoes being white labeled. This model is like $2-5 on alibaba...then they get marked up for Amazon. Have a video coming out on this soon
I tend to wear out shoes really fast. I'm not sure why, but the Whiten Casual shoes have been unusually durable. After 6 months of use there is minimal wear and I do several 5 mile walks each week- even the sole is barely worn after hundreds of miles walking on asphalt. I've been trying to find the point of diminishing returns for a barefoot style shoe and this has been it for me. $43 per pair that easily lasts me a year with heavy use is a game changer. Only issue I have is that they are a bit too wide for me, which is surprising because I have very wide feet. My feet slide a little during workouts- it's not a huge issue, just something I'm getting used to. These shoes are also so comfortable that I use them as slippers around the house.
I would love to get a budget casual barefoot shoe as I already use vivo and xeros at the gym, how do these whitens compare to splay freestyles that you looked at a while back?
I like these shoes, I have a few pairs in different colors. The only issue I have with them is that when I’m walking, they make a noticeable slapping sound on hard surfaces. Maybe it’s the way I step, I’m not sure.
I bought the same shoes, but not from amazon, i did write a bit about this, and was told not to write about it, by You Tube, so what does that tell you about You TUBE?
@@thatfitfriend yes sir. Kindly suggest me a shoe which I can use for running and training especially for outdoor training and running. Look forward to hear from you soon.
Are these 100% flat at the midfoot or does it have that weird, forced arch/instep thing that a lot of shoes have? My first barefoot shoe was Lems and I feel like I am standing on the side of the shoe because the midfoot area is so contoured and raised.
So what if I wore thermal socks with them in winter? I'd really like to eventually wear these full time due to my feet being slightly deformed from small soccer cleats as a kid
Eh, you could def wear these for those contexts, but I'm not sure of any WHITIN model that would reallllllly deliver a lifting-focused performance/construction.
Trying to figure out a minimalist shoe in Canada, right pain when those 150$ shoes turn into 400$+ shoes, there really lacks options here i find... Plus my very VERY lean feet make it tough, i do not care about extra space in the toe box but often i end up having to tighten the ankle to the max.
I have the barefoot sneaker in white. How would you recommend I was them? Do you think they could go through the washing machine or should I spot wash only? Thank you!
They might be okay if you run them on cool/delicate! I generally spot clean my shoes, but with how cheap these are they might be okay in the washing machine!
I put my shoes in the washer, and run them on delicate cycle, using very little soap. Once they're done with the washer, I use a boot dryer (for an hour or so) to dry the inside of my shoes.
@@thatfitfriend Google only leads me to rumors. I just contacted Amazon. They are NOT an Amazon owned company. If you click through to seller info for every seller of Whitin shoes on Amazon, the seller is a company located in China.
They’re just okay, I used them the other day for some casual stuff and they were fine, but when I used for jerks/more dynamic stuff the upper security was too lax for my liking!
@thatfitfriend I want to say that I told you that in puma Fuse 2.0 shoes review video that puma had made some changes to shoes puma Fuse 2.0, so look at it
Have you worn vivobareooft, notorious lift radix, bare xf 210 v3, vapor glove 6, or tolos? All thinner than these. Those all have a ~5.5mm and lower stack heights…these are thicker, lol.
@@thatfitfriend I have Vibram five fingers can't remember the model but the difference is not so extreme that I would call these transitional shoes. Btw lightning fast response!
@@RealOrbit-Australia I get what you’re saying, just a diff in thresholds and definitions there then. For me it the thicker rubber sole and insole that give these a squishier feel Haha, I’m on right now catching up on replies! Caught me at a good moment.
I rotate, but in these, generally yes since they're pretty spacious for my feet. I rock the Mottee & Zconia no-shows from Amazon. Cheap and get the job done
Bruv, you realize US doesn’t even have the capabilities to make performance-focused shoes and if they did people would just complain about prices… WHITIN shoes are just white labeled from alibaba tho which is why I don’t love effing with them a ton.
@@thatfitfriend of course just about all sneakers are made and sourced from China, those $150 Nikes are probably made in the same factory as the WITHINs, lol, just kidding, I don’t know that.
@@petemisc4291 believe me, I don’t love the sourcing and prices we’re dealing with, but it is what it is for the time being. With how effed our gov is and everything else with manufacturing, don’t see it changing any time soon, sadly
@@thatfitfriend it’s not the “effed up gov” as you put it, business will always find the cheapest source of manufacturing, how much they charge for the finished product depends on how high they want their profit margins to be,after all, those executives bonuses are not cheap! The gov can influence where manufacturing is done, would you be happy if the “gov” outlawed all imports from China?
@@petemisc4291 we’re talking diff contexts. in re: gov: I’m referencing inflation more so and how it’s being handled, and then you have companies who keep increasing prices despite the mark up already being insane. Was talking prices with that jab, not manufacturing
Jake, i just bought WHITIN Men's Extra Wide Width Casual Barefoot Sneakers Zero Drop Sole W81 Size 12W Minimus Minimalist Tennis Shoes Fashion Walking Blue Gum 45. too tight, I took the inserts out and they were still really tight. I could never wear socks with them and my toes hit the top of the front when walking. I will probably try the next bigger size but i just dont think these are wide enough. I laid the inserts down with my New Balance and they are nearly the same size. The new Balance are 12.5 / 2E. They are narrow too. Thats why I am looking for wider shoes that would be minimalist. I want to make the switch. I walk barefoot in the house all day long and have for 7 -8 years. Wife is Chines and shoes arent allowed. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I like the looks of the Whitin so soething that looked like that only wider would be okay. Thanks in advance
Hmm, I wonder if sizing up a half size would help. I'd also try the knit model from WHITIN since that upper tends to have more stretch which gives them a wider fit. Icarus Ascent Gen 2 can also be a great option if you need them casual wear! Splay Freestyle can also be a good option and their price point is pretty reasonable. If you want something of an in-betweener, then Altra Solstice XT 2 and Topo Athletic models could be worth exploring!
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It's a little unfortunate that minimalist shoes dont have minimalist pricing. I really want to try xero but ive heard not so good things about durability and they are a little expensive
It’s always ironic to me how shoes with less materials end up costing so much. How many times I’ve spent $150 plus for Vivo shoes for review 😅
Yeah I would avoid xero. Not only are they not any cheaper, the shipping is slooooow, they're still made in China(not ethically sourced) and they are very cheaply made. The founders are definitely raking in the cash but for the customer, they kinda suck.
@@andrewhuff2640 hear ya, but fyi most shoes that are more premium/high-performers are made overseas. You’d be hard pressed to find a model made in the US that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.
I’ve looked into building shoes and more and more I learn how the US’s capabilities just aren’t there yet. Plus, to build models fully in the US they’d be wicked expensive and then you’d have people just complain about the price which is a whole other issue 😂
(Not sticking up for Xero, just shedding thoughts on what I’ve learned with trying to build shoes over the last few months)
@@andrewhuff2640The China things doesn't bother me too much because if I only bought ethically sourced shoes I would be legit barefoot. Xero shoes at least look like normal shoes as most barefoot shoes look a little goofy imo, the Whitting are no exception. I can't pull the trigger on Xero bc of the poor quality (from all the reviews) and high price so I'm stuck for now.
@Ninji522 yeah I was basically saying, if you're gonna buy xero,might as well just buy whitin, and save a bunch of money
Writing this comment for the few people not being 100% sold on the footshaped shoes because of the weird look:
it's weird only when you directly look at them when you wear them. The wide toebox disappear the moment you see them from any angle that's not right above the shoe. So don't be scared that they will look goofy. They look like that just for you, for anybody else they look like a normal shoe. ;)
I have a black pair of the casual version and they look great after 2 months use. Had to take the insole out immediately in order to fit my high volume feet and they feel quite thin (low stack height). I tried on lots of models from Xero as well as the Vivo Primus Lite III, but none were wide enough for my feet to fit comfortably. These are so flexible they do the job for the price especially
I agree. Impossible to beat for $40 USD. Stoked you’ve been loving em!
I have 2 Whitin and 1 Hobibear, which are probably the same shoe, in the wide width and love them! I tried them on when I got my first pair and told my husband these are so comfortable! I had bought 5 pairs of traditional sneakers and returned all of them, then I found Whitin. I’m going to be 70 on my next birthday and am not active in the gym anymore due to significant spine degeneration and wear these as everyday shoes. I’m used to going barefoot or wearing knock off Birkenstocks so these feel very natural to me. My step son is looking at a pair for everyday wear and the gym.
Knock off berks ftw. I wear the Fitory models 😂
Thank you for checking out the video and sharing!
I have a pair of whitin barefoot shoes. I didn’t know what a barefoot shoe was, I just looked up “sock shoe” because I saw a pair at Payless YEARS ago and thought I’d like a pair for the gym.
I quite like them. I stopped wearing them because I wanted something slightly more structured. I thought about a pair of regular barefoot shoes, and I didn’t know they were a-semi established brand. I’m happy I found this video.
I just got mine delivered by whitin . So odd to wear a size 10 wide . I used to be a size 8 ! Two years of working in my toe splay now my foot is in its natural form . I feel like they look like clown shoes compare to wearing converse that choked my poor feet . I’m going for earth runners next
I just wish Amazon didn't own them. I hate giving them more money ngl.
wait you have the sock shoe version? i was thinking of buying their sock shoes, look comfy as hell.
You should try their canvas model. I find that they age more gracefully than their knit models (don't get nearly as dirty). The canvas model is also a lot warmer so it was great this last winter.
Sick, good to know! I'll grab a pair and start working on them. Thanks for the rec!
I wore out my sketchers slip-ons and needed a new casual shoe. Since I stopped working over a year ago I'm barefoot 90% of the time and decided to explore minimalist shoes. I kept struggling to pull the trigger on shoes that were $100+ that I intended to just wear for running errands or hanging out around my neighborhood or while camping. Once I found these shoes I felt a lot better about saying yes and I'm glad I did.
I think these shoes feel really comfortable, like a supportive hug on my feet. My feet feel GOOD when I'm walking around in them. I installed elastic laces on mine so I could just slip them on - can't get any better. I am also happier with the thicker sole - sorry, barefoot shoes, but I just think it is a bit silly to have little to no cushion when walking on concrete and tile. I think these shoes are a great compromise between getting the needed support & protection for urban environments and the benefits of foot-shaped, zero drop shoes.
Lol I actually use mine with thicker socks for walking outside for my job in the winter around freezing temperatures. The thicker sole insulates against the frozen ground (which is what actually gives you cold feet) and the uppers are thick enough to stop the cold even on a motorcycle. For all other seasons I use Xero HFS and Merrell Gloves that are super breathable.
Overall they're amazing shoes. Basically a FeelGrounds copy at less than half the price and with a properly durable sole.
Yo, I feel that! Thanks for adding more context here 🤝🫡
I use these as my everyday work shoes as I transition to barefoot shoes. I use the trail running minimalist version. Got them in wide and I really like them. Was dealing with some hip pain and noticed it’s not happening anymore.
Whitin seems like a great shoe. Whitin is missing a large market by not offering larger size shoes, size 14/15/16
Glad I came across this review. Had seen these and wasn’t too sure on them. Probably going to be picking up a pair
Thanks for checking out the content!
I am absolutely obsessed with these shoes I’ve had them for like 6 months now and my feet feel amazing after having worn them pretty much daily. I just ordered a couple more pairs for my workouts/walks.
They're good - I just wish they weren't actually Alibaba shoes being white labeled. This model is like $2-5 on alibaba...then they get marked up for Amazon. Have a video coming out on this soon
I wear a pair of whitins for backpacking on the Appalachian trail, awesome shoes for the trail ,and great for the trail
And so cheap. WHITIN are so dang solid
Wow. Not slippery? I had the same question for the guy I met on the AT who was doing the whole thing in crocs.
Mine have held up so well after two years. Squatted 500 pounds in them. Wouldn't trade them for anything.
Dude! Sick. They’re sneaky good. I’m glad yours have been solid!
I tend to wear out shoes really fast. I'm not sure why, but the Whiten Casual shoes have been unusually durable. After 6 months of use there is minimal wear and I do several 5 mile walks each week- even the sole is barely worn after hundreds of miles walking on asphalt. I've been trying to find the point of diminishing returns for a barefoot style shoe and this has been it for me. $43 per pair that easily lasts me a year with heavy use is a game changer. Only issue I have is that they are a bit too wide for me, which is surprising because I have very wide feet. My feet slide a little during workouts- it's not a huge issue, just something I'm getting used to. These shoes are also so comfortable that I use them as slippers around the house.
I’m in the same boat. Mine have lasted a while but also a little too wide for my feet as well
How wide are they. I need 4.5 inch
I want barefoot/minimalist construction safety shoes
These just make me wish Allbirds made a gym shoe, not necessarily a lifting or basketball version. Is that what we call cross trainers?
I was thinking the same thing!
Got the canvas for $44 w taxes.. coming in tomorrow.. looking forward to my flat feet spreading out more
I would love to get a budget casual barefoot shoe as I already use vivo and xeros at the gym, how do these whitens compare to splay freestyles that you looked at a while back?
I have both splay and Whitin i have a medium width foot and whitin are definitely wiser and more comfortable
I'd prob go WHITIN, you'll save money and I think they're a tad comfier.
I like these shoes, I have a few pairs in different colors. The only issue I have with them is that when I’m walking, they make a noticeable slapping sound on hard surfaces. Maybe it’s the way I step, I’m not sure.
Tha ks so much for the reviews!
Thanks for checking them out!
really great review.
only small sizes
I bought the same shoes, but not from amazon, i did write a bit about this, and was told not to write about it, by You Tube, so what does that tell you about You TUBE?
What you talkin about, Willis
@@thatfitfriend Aliexpress is cheaper, after all there all made in China
Kindly guide me … What is the best shoe for cricket and multiple trainings (indoor + outdoor)?
Hit you back on my other video!
@@thatfitfriend yes sir. Kindly suggest me a shoe which I can use for running and training especially for outdoor training and running. Look forward to hear from you soon.
Are these 100% flat at the midfoot or does it have that weird, forced arch/instep thing that a lot of shoes have? My first barefoot shoe was Lems and I feel like I am standing on the side of the shoe because the midfoot area is so contoured and raised.
Yeah, they're flat. Lems are notorious for having the odd rounded sole construction
@@thatfitfriend Thank you so much for getting back to me!
@@kitcraft9516 got you 🤝
So what if I wore thermal socks with them in winter? I'd really like to eventually wear these full time due to my feet being slightly deformed from small soccer cleats as a kid
Probably! That one’s a big individual comfort thing.
Hi Jake, would you know any Whitin models that are good for lifting? Trying to get into barefoot shoes for deadlifts and squats
Eh, you could def wear these for those contexts, but I'm not sure of any WHITIN model that would reallllllly deliver a lifting-focused performance/construction.
Trying to figure out a minimalist shoe in Canada, right pain when those 150$ shoes turn into 400$+ shoes, there really lacks options here i find... Plus my very VERY lean feet make it tough, i do not care about extra space in the toe box but often i end up having to tighten the ankle to the max.
Have you looked into Wildling?
how well do they hold up to being washed and dried?
They're okay - they're a cheapy shoe, too, so you don't have to feel guilty if they break down faster from washer/dryer.
I have the barefoot sneaker in white. How would you recommend I was them? Do you think they could go through the washing machine or should I spot wash only? Thank you!
They might be okay if you run them on cool/delicate! I generally spot clean my shoes, but with how cheap these are they might be okay in the washing machine!
I put my shoes in the washer, and run them on delicate cycle, using very little soap.
Once they're done with the washer, I use a boot dryer (for an hour or so) to dry the inside of my shoes.
What kind of company is Whitin? I only see them sold on Amazon and every single merchant who sells them there is a company located in China.
They’re owned by Amazon
How do you know they're owned by Amazon? I can't find any information that says they're owned by Amazon.
@@TheSouthIsHot Google it! They’re good at not highlighting it, imo
@@thatfitfriend Google only leads me to rumors. I just contacted Amazon. They are NOT an Amazon owned company. If you click through to seller info for every seller of Whitin shoes on Amazon, the seller is a company located in China.
Hey Jake, wonder how you feel about these for the gym
They’re just okay, I used them the other day for some casual stuff and they were fine, but when I used for jerks/more dynamic stuff the upper security was too lax for my liking!
Thank you!!
Can you review the allbirds super light trainers?
Yeah! They’re sold out in my size but I am reviewing the runners atm!
What about Saguaro shoes?
On my to do - haven't had enough experience in them to discuss them!
I like my affordable Whitins
They’re solid
I dont even pay $150 for a normal shoe in my life.
I dont think I could spend $150+ on barefoot shoes
Different strokes for different folks
Bro, do you have an update on puma Fuse 2.0
What do you mean? Like in general post my initial review?
@thatfitfriend I want to say that I told you that in puma Fuse 2.0 shoes review video that puma had made some changes to shoes puma Fuse 2.0, so look at it
@@sahilsharma7156That was a few days ago and I have other shoes in the queue. When I get to it I’ll share something and update the article!
They aren't thicker than other barefoot shoes.. You can even remove the insoles
Have you worn vivobareooft, notorious lift radix, bare xf 210 v3, vapor glove 6, or tolos?
All thinner than these. Those all have a ~5.5mm and lower stack heights…these are thicker, lol.
@@thatfitfriend I have Vibram five fingers can't remember the model but the difference is not so extreme that I would call these transitional shoes. Btw lightning fast response!
@@RealOrbit-Australia I get what you’re saying, just a diff in thresholds and definitions there then. For me it the thicker rubber sole and insole that give these a squishier feel
Haha, I’m on right now catching up on replies! Caught me at a good moment.
Do you wear socks
I rotate, but in these, generally yes since they're pretty spacious for my feet. I rock the Mottee & Zconia no-shows from Amazon. Cheap and get the job done
if you dont wear socks thats nasty wear socks people!!
Oh get off your high horse 😂 let us live
I can't take anyone serious who uses 'sans' when speaking English. What, are we in France?
Cry more
lol, where are your shoes coming from, where are you sourcing yet material, dam, don’t you know, it’s CHINA! Just like 90% of all brands.
Bruv, you realize US doesn’t even have the capabilities to make performance-focused shoes and if they did people would just complain about prices…
WHITIN shoes are just white labeled from alibaba tho which is why I don’t love effing with them a ton.
@@thatfitfriend of course just about all sneakers are made and sourced from China, those $150 Nikes are probably made in the same factory as the WITHINs, lol, just kidding, I don’t know that.
@@petemisc4291 believe me, I don’t love the sourcing and prices we’re dealing with, but it is what it is for the time being. With how effed our gov is and everything else with manufacturing, don’t see it changing any time soon, sadly
@@thatfitfriend it’s not the “effed up gov” as you put it, business will always find the cheapest source of manufacturing, how much they charge for the finished product depends on how high they want their profit margins to be,after all, those executives bonuses are not cheap! The gov can influence where manufacturing is done, would you be happy if the “gov” outlawed all imports from China?
@@petemisc4291 we’re talking diff contexts.
in re: gov: I’m referencing inflation more so and how it’s being handled, and then you have companies who keep increasing prices despite the mark up already being insane.
Was talking prices with that jab, not manufacturing
Jake, i just bought WHITIN Men's Extra Wide Width Casual Barefoot Sneakers Zero Drop Sole W81 Size 12W Minimus Minimalist Tennis Shoes Fashion Walking Blue Gum 45. too tight, I took the inserts out and they were still really tight. I could never wear socks with them and my toes hit the top of the front when walking. I will probably try the next bigger size but i just dont think these are wide enough. I laid the inserts down with my New Balance and they are nearly the same size. The new Balance are 12.5 / 2E. They are narrow too. Thats why I am looking for wider shoes that would be minimalist. I want to make the switch. I walk barefoot in the house all day long and have for 7 -8 years. Wife is Chines and shoes arent allowed. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I like the looks of the Whitin so soething that looked like that only wider would be okay. Thanks in advance
Hmm, I wonder if sizing up a half size would help.
I'd also try the knit model from WHITIN since that upper tends to have more stretch which gives them a wider fit. Icarus Ascent Gen 2 can also be a great option if you need them casual wear!
Splay Freestyle can also be a good option and their price point is pretty reasonable.
If you want something of an in-betweener, then Altra Solstice XT 2 and Topo Athletic models could be worth exploring!