Reviewer Hand
I bought these specifically for cycling with old fashioned toe clips, because I'm weird and I like to know about history and experience things. They were advertised as 10.5US, they are 44eu instead of 45 eu - meaning they "run small", and it's a small 44. I still fit in them, even if they are a tad tight and have been using them with an old peugeot PH11 with the original triangular pedals from the mid 1980's - that style inspired the Look system of "clipless" pedals famously introduced by Greg Lamond in the famous tour pursuit of the badger. Mostly, I just want to pursue coffee and sunshine.
I think these might be the best shoes you can currently buy for use with cycling toe-clips, without spending a fortune or getting shoes that are 20 years old and falling apart. If you're more accustomed to swing out clipless systems such as Look, CrankBros, or Spd, you will recognize immediately that toe clips are far inferior - it took me a few miles to stop yanking my foot out of the back as I tried to sweep through the bottom of my pedal stroke, and it's hard to remember to loosen the strap when coming to a stop. These Puma shoes are very similar to the old sidi shoes that used to be common in cycling, except there's really no stiffness at the end of the toes, and I could tell that I would get a blister on my big toe as a result, so I must meditate on rule 5 of the Velominati prior to using them. I wouldn't be surprised to learn that Puma took this shoe design from an old cycling shoe, the laces are shifted to the outside of the shoe and are easy to keep away from the cranks, while the foot bottom is as stiff as any modern cycling shoe. I think it would be hell to walk around in and I really can't comment on their utility as driving shoes.
The ferrari symbol is a regrettable attribute, as my place in society (AKA not a billionaire) would dictate that anyone wearing such driving shoes while tooling around in their ferrari not only has more money than sense, but likely has additional baggage that (fingers crossed) allows me to feel morally superior; which would make up for being hugely outclassed, financially. It's a kind of 99%'ers sour grapes, you know? If you are this person, please feel free to leave me validating comments about the woes in your otherwise blessed life. Mo-money mo problems?
Reviewer David B Landon
These shoes are very stylish. I think they look great with jeans or with khakis. They are also pretty comfortable. I have only had them for a week, so I cannot attest to the durability, that is really my only concern. Since they are pretty cheap, I went ahead and bought a backup pair just in case!
Reviewer Paul Lessard
Fit good don’t we’re socks with them. Lol.
Reviewer V Tomlin
I love these pumas - the suede upper is soft and flexes during walking, running and driving. Seems to have good ventilation and keeps the feet dry even after walking and wearing them all day. The grey color hides dirt and I can wear these with anything from jeans to shorts to khakis pants.
Reviewer GREGORY D SHANNON
I absolutely love these shoes. So comfortable. I have two pairs. If you are new to minimalist sole shoes - it might take you a while to get used to how they feel - but once you do, you will love them.
Reviewer alamgir
These shoes are very comfortable, nice and soft , for the price don't expect a lot of wear. These are shoes to wear once in a while, not your everyday work shoes. They wear elegantly I like them.
Reviewer 60mph4me
I do not care anymore for status symbols on my shoes, these are the best I have ever bought. When I visited Germany and Austria I took these with me and was surprised how popular they are in those countries. For some unknown reason these same shoes cost more in Europe .
Reviewer Momofmany
Niece loves them, don't think she's had them off since she received for her birthday! Ordered at the last minute and arrived just in time!
Reviewer Richard R Halvorson
I love this sneakers. I just need to buy pair of shoe cushion. Difficult to walk in without them
Reviewer M Stephen Miller
I love this sneakers, look great feel good!