3 things YOU NEED to know before buying The Clarke Wallabee

[@bign6002]

The heisenberg 12s

[@maad1670]

nah fr he wears nothing but wallabees lol

[@cristiancastro8473]

I love the history and break down of the shoes stands out from a lot of the videos I’ve seen !

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Thank you Crisitan! The history is very interesting!

[@magnus845]

I was seeing Clark Wallabee's on my university campus in the 1970's, I got a pair back at that time. Also got some Kelso Earth shoes too, lol.

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

That is very cool to know! Did you like them back then?

[@magnus845]

@@ericvaldezcastellanos Yes, they were a cool shoe for students to wear back then. I bet they are once again too! I just received a pair of Clark's Bushacre desert boots, I like them too.

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

@@magnus845 if you don’t mind me asking what university did you attend? I find thy very interesting! I hope to get a pair again, sometime soon.

[@stewstew9230]

I'm Jamaica,we rock them with skinny jeans and cut off pants mostly

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

That’s awesome to hear; I’ve been seeing a lot more cut off Pants/ Shorts Lately a very nice way to style the Clarke Wallabee!

[@wan-ceetv4177]

🎼"Mi nuh like crep enuh! Clark's mi prefer! Clarks wi di leather, yeh, Clark's with the furr!"🎶

[@harshwardhansaharan6698]

Yep u nailed it i wear UK9 but wallabees were quite loose i could easily wear an 8 in them.

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Agreed, Thank you!

[@hadisami]

Great video man! Totally agree on the sizing and the styling section was super useful

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Thank you!

[@garrettcamp9267]

Owner of many Clark’s shoes throughout my life, and also many pairs of the Wallabees. In my experience, these shoes fit true to your size. If you’re a 10 grab a 10.

[@Eugenetra7]

Can't agree, sry. I also had an have some pairs of various models of Clarks (not Wallabee), and their sizing is an absolute mess. In many cases it doesn't match the same size used by other manufacturers and even the older Clarks. They are usually a bit smaller now. And a half size+ is a bit bigger lol. Although a 10 year old pair is just right, exact size. And I've seen quite many defects lately (maybe that is just the local store, hope it's not the change of the company owner).

[@bezmozg0ff]

I got my first Wallies the other week, size was off, I wear 42, 42.5 european, but these were 41, so yeah, mate, you nailed it..still waiting for the rain to pass to be able to wear them) nice vid though, bigup

[@michaelheuvelsland7572]

I like the green colour from Rahim Sterling collab

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Definitely! Just picked up another pair this week! Green is such an awesome color way for a sneaker.

[@Libertà_sulla_vita]

Always get the crepe sole. They are way more comfortable than the hard rubber.

[@Eugenetra7]

What about the durability? Is it the same as for standards soles?

[@Libertà_sulla_vita]

@@Eugenetra7 id say the hard rubber lasts a little longer but not enough to not buy the crepe sole version. There are down sides to crepe. Its a true natural rubber so the bottoms will stain from walking around but imo the trade off is worth it. The comfort is similar to a adidas boost material. Not to mention any cobbler can resole wallabees with new crepe for pretty cheap anyway.

[@Eugenetra7]

@@Libertà_sulla_vita Nice, thank you. I'd like to try them too next year. I haven't seen them before and I like the style)

[@Libertà_sulla_vita]

@@Eugenetra7 you wont be disappointed. Ive been wearing these since i was a kid. When i was in high school in the mid 90s they had a resurgence. The leather is always good quality and they are worth the money imo.

[@jvnd2785]

@@Libertà_sulla_vita, crepe rubber is nice. However your statement "any cobbler can resole wallabees" is not exactly correct. Most cobblers will refuse to resole wallabees- not because they don't have the ability to do so but because it's such a pain in the butt. Wallabees are made of a single layer midsole and the rubber outsole is heat-and-glue-attached. It takes the nerves of steel to remove the used outsole. And sanding down the rubber outsoles *will* mess up the cobbler's sander-polisher! (I am a shoemaker)

[@ivonikolov6386]

Good job , question! How should i know if the model is for men or women? Thakns in advance

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

You can see this under the description of the Clarke website!

[@DLT100]

prefer a slim fit jean with Wallabees you can se the shoe better a selvedge with a small turn up is also cool

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

As I keep styling the Wallabee I seem to agree with this take more and more!

[@andrejohnson6731]

Clarks overall has dramatically dropped in quality since I started wearing these in the late 90s. Back then, they were still made in UK (Ireland). Bought another pair last year and these "made in China" Wallabees are a pale copy of the original. Crepe sole is coming apart. New heal pad under the inner liner is just awkward.

[@MrBjjackson1]

I have owned multiple pairs of wallabees and prefer the darker sole because they crepe sole gets dirty so fast and they are hard to keep clean.

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

I agree, after owning this pair I will definitely gear towards a darker sole because they did get dirty within the first couple of wears.

[@goodperson6622]

I own 3 pairs in the past 3 years, just wear them, they are really good, but they go bad way before water can do some damage

[@LivoSurvivo]

there is a gtx gore tex version out now

[@fredekrueger42]

They make waterproof spray for those at footlocker

[@crominion6045]

Good advice. I just got my first pair (same ones in this video) and I had the same experience. I too usually wear a 10.5 or 11, and I went with 10.5 for the Wallabees. They don't fit me like clown shoes or anything, but I could have easily gotten by with a size 10. At least I know now for future purchases. 👍

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

That is very true, I was sitting back and reflecting on this purchase. I know from now on I will size down because they don’t fit very loose but I would much rather want a more tight shoe in this case! Thank you for the honest review!

[@DLT100]

@@ericvaldezcastellanos suede always gives in footwear so better to go down half a size if possible i have a load of Wallabees and Weavers in suede and leather desert boots too are pretty wide fitting

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

@@DLT100 I appreciate you giving me that feedback will definitely keep that in mind!

[@bushzombie7256]

@@DLT100 so if you have wide feet you suggest still going down a half size?

[@DLT100]

Yes especially if suede as it gives more after wearing than leather

[@tamaela1]

Nice, i have 3 pairs of the boot version.. Fantastic shoes.

[@David-bb6ji]

how did you get the one with a different colored sole? only ones I can find are basically all same color all around, but I'm trying to find one with a darker sole

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

I picked these up on the Clarke’s website. I do believe it’s the Maple Suede color way.

[@claudegrinnell9602]

ADIDAS track suit and Clark boots. Don’t know me but already know the badman roots

[@ptroughneck77]

Clarks were popping off in the 90's off the Ironman album cover.

[@ace-uw3hj]

Bro how many wear did it take for the soles to break in? eventually, does it like somewhat mold to your foot shape ? I own a pair but haven’t worn much 😭

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

It takes a while. I have worn mine daily and they break in pretty nicely.

[@realtalkwithj-man5195]

Def get a suede cleaning kit lol

[@fashionguy5200]

Honestly not the biggest fan of Clark Wallabees but this video was cool, I hope to start looking into different footwear soon.

[@rafa8672]

awesome video bro! really happy to run into it!

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Thank you!

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

Been binge watching wallabee vids. Don't see too many white dudes wearing em honestly (I'm Jamaican). Rock on man. These things are so fresh.

[@lionjungle7791]

He rasta man,we hispanics aint white! We are dark skinned we are an brown race. By the way the moccasin is an Aztec and Indian shoe

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

@@lionjungle7791 haha it's all love bro. May the walkable unite us all. But Come to think of it I hardly ever see the Wallabee in Florida. Actually I've never seen it. And Florida has a lotttttt of Hispanics. I did go to the Clark's store and there was another black guy there. I bought two and he bought like 6 pairs😂

[@lionjungle7791]

@@JamaicanMeCrazy i know that its the same thing in L.A . I think most hispanics like more the traditional moccasin. In LA is the Nike Cortes the preferred shoe for hispanics,and ofcourse the adidas supperstar and Chuck tailors

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

@@lionjungle7791 respect bro. One love

[@lionjungle7791]

@@JamaicanMeCrazy ✌️one love brutha 💯 mucho Respeto to you and your whole fam

[@awway.]

i usually wear size 8.5/9 but i went with 7 on the wallabees, i hope they fit

[@awway.]

(i tried on size 7 before in wallabees and they were cool)

[@awway.]

7.5**** sorry D:

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Yeah you did the right thing, just recently picked up a new pair and went like a full size down. Great shoe! Hope you enjoy them!

[@Goingturbo3]

@Awway did the 7.5 for you good? I’m the same size you are and want to Hutu my first pair, not sure if I should get a 7.5 or 8? Thanks🙏🏾

[@123t65ggg]

@@ericvaldezcastellanos great video and review, just got a full size down pair too , little snug but fit. do the shoes break in / stretch over time?

[@UnderratedCOMA]

Are these maple suede the same colorway they're using for maple suede? The soles on these look darker while the current versions are lighter. I prefer the ones you have.

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

They should be boss! Maybe just the lighting may seem different but everything should be the same.

[@Ryan-wj6wb]

Great video bro! Excellent advice

[@callumburke3663]

really appreciate this video

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Thank you! You are welcome!

[@C1944D]

This was a very helpfull video, thank you man

[@antoniowhymns2604]

we wear them just for swag when they get damage bruh we rocking another pair I loved these from like forever but we do wear them for wrong settings that's all cause the cheese bottom will run down or damage before you damage top

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

%100 percent, to each their own!

[@drebodollaz3504]

They run kind of small, is the biggest thing to keep in mind. In my opinion.

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Yeah could definitely be different for many people, they have ran big for me at my natural size.

[@drebodollaz3504]

@@ericvaldezcastellanos true I caught that at the end. I think I just have wide feet, I need more pairs. I like to dye them wu tang style

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

@@drebodollaz3504 makes sense different feet can effect the way they fit. Love the shoes and that’s cool the way you style them!

[@alexkatsanos8475]

Keep going with your videos bro! 🔥

[@jayare6975]

One of my favorite shoes. Good video. Your delivery could use some work but keep on working.

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

I appreciate your feedback!

[@sandycarrillo1198]

Heisenberg 4s

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

😂😂

[@jasondevault5066]

Buy from Zappos, free returns

[@bushzombie7256]

So if you have wide feet would you still recommend going a half size down ?

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

I would definitely still size down half a size if I had wide feet, the shoe will loosen up as time goes on.

[@bushzombie7256]

@@ericvaldezcastellanos okay thank you for the reply

[@mitchelllgreenhowe5455]

Iv got wide feet got true to size could have come down full size

[@KlevaaOfficialHD]

​@@bushzombie7256 its always best to size down when buying clarks. If u wear 8 buy 7 or 7.5

[@joshuadj]

Great vid man

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Thank you! 🤝🏾❤️

[@jjfm1990]

I hate the wallabees, bought a pair last year, only lasted me about 3 months and soles on both them crumbled

[@jevon39]

Great video bro

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Thank you!!

[@adrian-pd7tb]

solid review

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Thank you I appreciate that!

[@jeremiahgamez6575]

which colour way are the ones you have?

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Maple brown color way I believe!

[@Anime-Face.]

They will go out of shape and look funny 😄I had a pair 30 years ago never again 😉

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Yeah they haven’t held up the best to be honest. I still like them for the look but the material is nice but hard to maintain. Still a comfortable shoe.

[@edgarorelldd]

Good info bro

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Thank you man I appreciate that!

[@knotnari8335]

Good video bro

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Thank you!

[@sergeant1446]

There not a German design ,they were developed in Ireland by Nathan Clark, and became popular in the British Isles. That's why they're so popular in Jamaica, the Jamaicans were colonized by the British. Peace ✌ from Germany 🇩🇪

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Although Nathan Clark did develop this shoe, the upper shoe is a German Moccasin design. I have various sites stating so. Would love to share them if you wish! All love brother! ❤️🙏🏽

[@natureboy6885]

I want one

[@flipmode45]

Nice vid man, keep up the good work. Harley sucks tho!

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Thank you for the love!! We will have to agree to disagree! 😬👍🏽

[@Ravillecentral]

True size or down size ?

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Down size, true size if you want a loose shoe I regret not going another half size down! Enjoy!

[@chanaphachueakhamhot8913]

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[@GekoPish]

i HAVE GORTEX BOOT

[@chanaphachueakhamhot8913]

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[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

I believe the crepe sole is rubber, I really enjoy these and yes they are very durable!

[@gabewitter7101]

Nice video, might wanna work on your vocabulary though :D

[@patras1514]

Son malos zapatos , paea empezar la suela pegajosa es un asco.son incomodos y mal construidos fabricados en Albania.Cualaquier zapato español es mil veces mejor Camper.Callahan, Panama Jack

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Para ser honesto, estoy de acuerdo en que este material no ha durado mucho y se ensucian muy fácilmente, los de cuero son mucho mejores.

[@xxbos5xx]

The worst shoe ever made

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

Haha you think so?

[@aandyxo7678]

Good review man, def made me solidify my thought on wanting a pair now for sure 🫡

[@ericvaldezcastellanos]

I really appreciate that! A very well rounded shoe. 👍🏾