imagine.more Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 My son needs shoes (again!!) because his current pair wore straight through. Any suggestions for truly sturdy shoe brands that have lasted your kids a long time or through multiple school-age kids? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Keens Merrells Ariat boots 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 LL Bean. Lifetime guarantee. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen500 Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Keen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Keen or LLBean 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Stride Rite tennis shoes if he is young enough to fit in the brand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluemongoose Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Keens definitely 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 merrill jungle mocs. plus right now, they're the only one's he's willing to wear. if you know the size, amazon was cheaper than the stores. he was in that size that's almost impossible to find in a store . . . . . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theelfqueen Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Merrells and Keene have been the right match for my hard-on-shoes kid. Sad he's officially out of kids sizes Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommyLiberty5013 Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 (edited) Keen for sure! Try Shoemall.com. They have less expensive ones (last seasons colors, or something). Plus they run sales a lot. Free shipping too. Another reason I buy Keen is due to the resale value on Craigslist. They last so they can get resold at a pretty high price. Edited June 24, 2017 by MommyLiberty5013 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6wildhorses Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Under Armour, Skechers, Nike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imagine.more Posted June 24, 2017 Author Share Posted June 24, 2017 Thanks so much, this really helps! Money is a bit tight this month so I bought a pair of used Keens on ebay just now! And I'm definitely going to prioritize buying from those few brands recommended from now on. My kids are perfectly spaced with boy/boy then girl/girl so if I can start getting shoes that last through 2 kids it would really help simplify things. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommyLiberty5013 Posted June 25, 2017 Share Posted June 25, 2017 Thanks so much, this really helps! Money is a bit tight this month so I bought a pair of used Keens on ebay just now! And I'm definitely going to prioritize buying from those few brands recommended from now on. My kids are perfectly spaced with boy/boy then girl/girl so if I can start getting shoes that last through 2 kids it would really help simplify things. This is exactly what we do. Buy new Keens online at Shoemall for DS1 and DD1. Then those get passed to DS2 and DD2. Then we sell them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartlikealion Posted June 25, 2017 Share Posted June 25, 2017 I don't know where you live but dh sometimes buys shoes for the kids at Shoe Carnival. They seem to always have buy one get one 1/2 off when we go. We have bought Sketchers a few times, but I can't remember their lifespan. I prefer not to buy him two pairs at once because he tends to outgrow them before wearing both pairs enough, but you could buy two styles (dressy, casual) or get for mult. children. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted June 25, 2017 Share Posted June 25, 2017 When mine were younger once I found a brand/style that fit well and held up I scouted sales and would buy the next 1 or 2 sizes up and store away. Lots easier to go "shopping" in the closet than full price at the store. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted June 25, 2017 Share Posted June 25, 2017 Agreeing with others. Keen or Merrill. Dd10 destroys shoes! Keens will last her a solid year of heavy use if she doesnt outgrow them first. Her feet grow fast so I buy almost a full size up. (At 10yo she wears a ladies 10 so I hope she is done for now lol) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen500 Posted June 25, 2017 Share Posted June 25, 2017 I haven't had great luck with Nikes. I know there are a lot of models to choose from though. The ones with mesh on the side will get holes, the back inside heel will get holes in the lining, the soles wear smooth, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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