shoe brand, does anyone have these?
 

Yesterday, I was at a store where they sold a shoe brand called Merrell, I think that's the correct spelling. A woman was trying on a pair of sandals, and went on and on about how comfortable they were, that they were very supportive of her arch. I looked at the shoes, and they look very nice, but I didn't try any on for various reasons. Anyway, now that I'm back home again, I'm wondering if any of you have tried these shoes. If you have, do you like them? I have flat feet, so I have to always wear arch supports. These shoes cost upwards of $80, some styles into the $100s. I don't think I've ever paid anywhere near that much for shoes, unless they were work shoes, since I'm on my feet, literally, all day. I heard the sales clerk say the company has only been around about 3 years. Any thoughts and advice would be appreciated. Thanks.

I have never heard of them, but I don't do a lot of shoe shopping. I wear mainly berkies and finns.

They have been around forever. They are wonderful. I discovered them when I had plantar fasciitis. Worth the money if you have foot problems plus they are very durable and seem to last for years.

Haven't heard of them I usually switch between Skeechers (sp?), Adidas and Vans skate shoes.

My grand kids think it's cool that their Nana wears skate shoes...lol

My daughter loves that brand. She has very narrow feet, and some of their styles fit her very well.

Thanks for your help. OCquilter and quilt1950, do they run true to size? The store I saw them at is about an hour and a half away, not sure I want to make the drive again so soon. Thought maybe I could order them off the internet. I must have misunderstood the clerk when he said they'd only been in business 3 years, he probably said that's how long the store has been carrying them.

I started wearing SAS shoes - they are like walking on pillows. I was able to wear them all day, where if I bought the normal shoes, I could barely walk after an hour. I have extremely high arches and now have bone spurs on both heals. The heals don't hurt any more and I haven't needed special orthotics. Also i wear the various good sport shoes - no more $20 - $50.00 pairs of shoes for me.

My daughter did say that not every shoe is a good fit. But I believe that Zappos has free shipping both directions, so that may be a place to start.

I love Merrill and SAS. I have real problems with shoes. I just gave up trying to buy inexpensive shoes, but now I don't need them very often. I have bad knees so I really need support and comfort.

Oh great! I've looked at Zappo's, I'm going to check it out. thanks!

Merrill, Clarks and Dansko are among the best brands for shoes. All are well-made with good arch and foot support. I got used to spending about $100 per pair of shoes a decade ago. For me, it's the difference between feeling fine and having feet that hurt. One good thing about these shoes is that they can last a LONG time! My inside Dansko shoes lasted a good five years before I had to replace them. Same thing with my Birkenstock outdoor sandals.

I, too, got a pair of Merrills when I had plantar faceitis (? Sp) and I like them. They are a "moc" style I guess you could say. I also like the LL bean mocs which I got next and they are less expensive plus they have free shipping and free return shipping ifnthey don't fit.. I love my Berkenstocks, too, but they are sandals. If you know the style number you tried on, try Googling it to find a good price. LL Bean often has footwear on sale and I only get the mocs there when it is a sale (I am cheap I guess) but it is hard for me to justify paying $100 for a pair of shoes.

Merrills are great shoes. I have a couple pair and Mr. Stitchripper has some too. We like them.

They are great shoes. Have worn them for several years. Clark's and Bjorn are also good.

Merrell is a very good shoe but my absolute most comfortable shoes are either Keens or Birkenstocks..they saved my life. I am really impressed with Keens especially..

Same here. I have had the same pair of Merrill hiking boots for years and last year bought a pair of low-cut sneaker type for more leisurely walks in the woods. I love my SAS shoes for work. Both brands are comfortable from the first day you buy them and last for years. Kind of pricey but they do last.

I have a pair of Merrell shoes, sandals and a pair of boots. Great arch support ( I have high arch and narrow heel) and I just love them.

Love Merrill and SAS. They are more expensive to purchase initially, but save money in the long run since they last so long. I can't wear all the styles of either brand, have to try them on and some are not as comfortable.

My opinion also. I have 2 or 3 pair.

Merrell's are a good brand if you have foot problems. I have 3 pair I think. My summer sandals are another brand - I think Ecco? Those are very good too for support. Expensive to have to buy any of them, but they prevent pain, so better in the long run.

I see all these young people wearing flip flops and wonder what kind of issues they will have in 5-20 years.

My son bought a pair of shoes from them that were rather expensive. After about 8 months the stitching ripped. My son is an adult and was just going to throw them away. I called customer service. They were wonderful. They asked me to send the shoes back....for inspection. A week later they sent my son a brand new pair.

When I was working and on my feet all day,Merrel shoes were the only ones I could wear .

Love my Merrels :) I think they do run true to size; I wear a size 8.5 normal width in them and that is my regular size. I have a pair of their sandals as well as light sneakers. I bought both of mine at Marshall's and they were less than $50. I am a bit of a shoe snob but have never paid full price for any of my shoes, from sneakers, sandals to all-leather boots. Good places to shop for name brand shoes are DSW, Marshall's, Ross and Dillard's during their bi-annual sales.

I love my Merrell's in the fall and winter after I went up half a size. Also, love Birki's and Teva sandals.

For me they are the best shoes ever. I love how comfortable they are
I love the jungle moc's Very comfortable
I wear at work on my feet all day. Some of the sandals, are more comfortable then others some were not as comfortable

i love my merrells too as I am on my feet all day at work. After buying numerous pairs of shoes that werent cheap or comfortable i went home with achey feet every day. In desperation i tried on the merrells and they were comfortable from the first day and no more achey feet. Definitely worth it in my opinion to be comfortable and would not hesitate to get another pair.
Hint for anyone buying shoes: if they aren't comfortable in the shop don't buy them as many a time I have bought shoes and thought they will get comfortable and the shoes have ended up in the bin as they were never comfortable.

I bought my first pair of Merrells about 15 years ago. I have hard to fit feet - wide, with bunions, and these are some of the most comfortable shoes I've found. They're a brand I go back to again and again. I'm not one to spend a lot of money on clothing, but I've learned if my feet ain't happy, ain't no part of me happy, so I gladly spend the $$$ for good shoes. Especially since I stand all day longarm quilting. I also have a few pairs of SAS sandals I love (the shoes not so much), and recently started wearing Dansko as well.

Andi

My husband and I are big hikers. Merrill is a big name among hikers and they are worth every penny (as are Lowa's Garmond, Keen, and more). Good hiking shoes aren't cheap, but neither is going to a doctor for foot pain :-)? For every day 'cute' shoes I wear is a brand called Jambu. The most comfortable shoes I have ever had.

If you live near Carmel, IN, there is a store there that sellsMerrill shoes. I have never been there but have heard they are great. I love SAS, but they are expensive. They are the only shoes made in the USA. Also, they have the same shoes now that I've had for years. I wish they would come out with some new styles that make me look like I have several pairs rather than the same one I've worn for years. I have an extremely wide foot, EEE, and it's hard to find shoes that fit.

I have been wearing Merrell's for probably five years now. They are hands down the most comfortable shoes I have. They are worth every dime and are the only shoe I can wear all day long. I have had other pricey brands, but Merrill's are the most comfortable for me. Hope they are for you too.

I love Merrells but have found that some styles run smaller than others.

I only wish to get suitable shoes as cheaply as $80...mine start at $200 and are generally around $400 unless on sale. Not many cheap shoes will take an orthotic with high arched foot and plantar fasciitis. I notice that I can buy the shoes on line for. £78 but by the time we add postage, I'm not sure about much of a saving. Merrell is not a common brand in this country.

I love Merrill shoes. I have 3 pair, flat brown, flat black and a brown pair with the heel out slip ons. Wear the browns about every day in the winter and fall. Have had them all for 7 or 8 years and the soles are like new. Can't go wrong with these.

They are very comfortable shoes which are very pricey. I've tried some on and they were very comfortable, but I was hesitant to pay the asking price at a discount shoe store.

I have several pairs, well worth the money, especially if you have problem feet like mine. Just talked my husband into trying a pair. He said they are the most comfortable and supportive shoes he has ever had!

I have a pair of Merrell boots(hiking) and love them..i have worn them out and now will be looking to replace. that is one thing I really liked about Merrell, was how it fit my arch...Merrell has been around alot longer than 3 years. I wonder if that is how long the store has handled Merrell..there are two things I will not short myself on, eyeglasses and shoes/boots. My main shoes/boots/sandals are: Merrell, Birkenstocks, Keen and Patagonia. . . You will be pleased.

Thanks! Will have to check them out. Ready for a new pair. Hopefully, sold in a store near me. I wear Skechers. My problem, I wear til almost nothing left. Bad knees don't help.

Yes, I've had several pair of Merrell sandals. Very comfortable and they wear well. I bought mine on line at a couple of the shoe sites. expensive but worth it.

They are worth the money. Another great brand is SAS! (also pricey but good on your feet)

YES!! I have a pair of sheepskin Merrell clogs that I have been wearing all winter long for the past 4-5 years. They still look almost new, are VERY warm and comfortable. They are expensive, but well worth the price.