Why are Converse SO UNCOMFORTABLE? (Converse Chuck Taylor)

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[@RoseAnvil]

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[@CSiri-cc2hq]

What's inside? Short answer: nothing.

[@milorbilly]

Well... normally... there's supposed to be a foot.

[@lkm_6689]

That's what I like about them 😂 I usually walk around my house barefoot and have always worn chucks or other very flat shoes so my feet are strong and don't need support, actually shoes with support I find uncomfortable

[@campkira]

i won't paid more than 30 buck for them... since it original just design for indoor...

[@toonlad4091]

For the price, no surprise

[@neverstoplearning7214]

Yep

[@Sywolve]

I guess my feet are perfect for chucks because I never found them uncomfortable. But I am usually running around barefoot so, I like them alot.

[@ilickballz5772]

Run barefoot?🤢

[@Sywolve]

@@ilickballz5772 I grew up on private beach in CA (poor though) and didn't start wearing shoes, barely until elementary school. I still only wear shoes for work and my chem classes. Ran all my miles barefoot in high-school. Safe to say I don't have flat feet.

[@el.262]

i swear people overreact and become a pretentious germaphobe sometimes

[@oneashralph4076]

When you said running barefoot i though you re from somewhere in Aussie.Those damn ugly Crocs more comfy than this Chuck.

[@alejandrootiniano10]

Same

[@stephenjerome7793]

I’ve never found them to be uncomfortable, I actually like them more than most shoes because they tend to feel more natural on my feet. I think the problem for most people is that they have conditioned their feet to need arch support when naturally arch support is not a normal thing for the human foot. When I get shoes, I’m just looking for foot protection not support.

[@spengy7409]

Yea same with me, also I don't have a arch so I find these much more comftorble

[@usedblazers]

I agree. I just wish the traction wasn’t so crappy.

[@ipaddleYOass]

​@@user-zp1qp3btheyre just not for you. Its for people with narrow feet

[@poindextertunes]

*flat arches has entered the chat*

[@danielniesing5628]

Agree. As a "barefoot shoe" enthusiast I appreciate the minimal arch support.

[@PANICBLADE]

Always loved the look of Converse, hated them for everything else. I went to get a pair for the first time since early high school for a Wayne's World costume, but all they had in my size was the Chuck 70s. What a pleasant surprise! Bit more expensive but so much better than the Converse I remember. I can tell they'll last a lot longer too.

[@Methoverbitches]

Chuck 70s are goats

[@mrcls4829]

@@Methoverbitchesyeah really better

[@michaelromandel9022]

Chuck 70s are terrible and the added insole and their bizarre construction makes them way less comfortable than normal all stars and doesn’t have enough room for my foot because they just made the space for your actual foot smaller by adding a larger insole without accounting for the fact you still need to get your foot into the shoe

[@franmaibobanovic5393]

Bro, keep doing sneakers... there is a hughe audience of sneakerheads that wil watch everything sneaker related... keep doing your thing, love the vids

[@TheKcmalcolm]

Yeah, Im here for the sneakers.

[@leonhardable]

@Don’t Worry not really. for most sneakers the build is exactly the same foe all colorways, so he can just get the cheapest option and dissect that. the AJ1 is basically the only shoe that is inconsistent in the leather quality between the colorways, except for that it doesnt matter, so the sneakers most of the time will come cheaper than the leather boots he often cuts up.

[@Ober1kenobi]

Leo I think a lot of us would also like to see the inner workings of the Midsole and Outsole technology. To see those layers and what makes it up, just be pretty cool, especially on some of the layer React, Boost 270/720, Lightstrike, there’s heaps... so yeh it does get expensive lol BUT, Audience Increase offset in viewership, I’m sure if he set up a Patreon with a Max $10 or $20 (raffles for leather wallets etc) it could really work

[@swissarmychainsawadams9541]

and more burning.

[@sederquest]

There’s heads for everything, you’re only thinking about yourself here lol

[@burgerwithcurlyfries]

It's less about the inside of the shoe and more about the bottom. When you're weight lifting, the sole is fully flat on the ground, which is why Converse are good for it.

[@ethanmccormick3271]

They used to be good for it before they added more padding in there

[@RoseAnvil]

Good to know. Thanks for sharing the info

[@nathanaeladdison3631]

Same reason why I wear vans to work out

[@DonPipa]

puddin puppin no wonder this dude came in to our store to get them! Said it was better for his training

[@Cemmos]

The vulcanized rubber also doesn't compress very much, which is part of the reason why it's a really stable base to lift in. Take for instance, running shoes, where the rubber bounces back (purposely); that soft rubber makes for an unstable platform. With Chucks, you get that stable base along with a very short heel to toe drop. And like Chris said, people will take their shoes off to lift because it's just about the most stability you can get, aside from actual lifting shoes (which are expensive and some people see them as gimmicky).

[@KazeHorse]

5:40 - Exactly. They may not be flat when new but after a few deadlifts and squat sessions they become flat but supportive and they can also be synched down very well so your foot never feels like it moves inside the shoe at all. Probably my favourite gym shoe. Avoid the 70's if you lift but get the 70's if you want a daily.

[@tool8337]

This is a misconception. First, this garbage has no support for your arch, heel, or toe. Yes, they are flat in the sense that the arch and toe aren't rounded like running shoes. But you need a wedged heel & arch support for proper lifting. Compare these to purpose-built lifting shoes and you'll see immediately see the problem. You'll end up with knee and hip pain if you lift in these.

[@KazeHorse]

@@tool8337 been lifting with these for 9 years and my knees and hips are totally fine. Left Shoulder? Whole nother story but I cannae blame my shoe for that. The shoe choice doesn’t compensate for bad form. If you can’t lift safely in these, you can’t lift safely in anything.

[@mandyh1477]

I absolutely love converse. I find them really comfortable actually.

[@hello1868]

same. they pretty much go with any outfit as well

[@debbster01]

Same

[@scemist]

Up

[@HE4RTS4EM1LY]

Yeah same

[@acethebestt7]

Right

[@carlozsantos6246]

You should do the “comfort sole” vans and compare with the regular.

[@AKAmrBit-ches]

carloz santos yesss^^^

[@VictorDude98]

Just incase he sees this, they are called the comfycush

[@jiraph52]

And the Pro Skate versions compared to regular!

[@takethisduck399]

they just have a little bit more foam at the heel

[@RoseAnvil]

I’ll get some right now!

[@kcgunesq]

My guess is that when these were first introduced, they were probably the most comfortable shoes most kids had ever had. Compared to leather soled shoes or other athletic shoes of the days made of very stiff leather, these would have felt soft and flexible on day one. Also, people weighed a lot less, so extra cushioning wasn't really a thing, especially compared to leather soled shoes.

[@Dolritto]

Not sure about your info. Converse didn't invent anything new, as the canvas shoes with rubber soles were introduced by various brands, for example Keds had them as early as 1916, and design with rubber protector for toes and hightops were already implemented for basketball shoes for years. They only had a luck with great marketing connected to known sportsman, so the name become respected in the market. Also in the '70 as leather was for a long time not a must, leather soles started to become a somewhat premium part, nobody would pay extra for leather-soled shoes to wear them down prematurelly during sports, when rubber was grippier and more wear resistant. They already started to belong to dress shoes and premium boots.

[@kcgunesq]

@@Dolritto Good points.

[@unloosedhades]

@@kcgunesq Here’s a truth. The converse Chuck Taylor’s made today are a degraded version of the original produced chuck Taylor’s made in the 70s which is done to decrease the price. This is why now, there’s two models, the chuck Taylor’s and chuck 70’s (sold at a higher price but offers the original padding and comfort)

[@bassheadlife492]

Leather sole are the most comfortable for me

[@stevec.8095]

This is true! The Converse of the 60’s to 70’s is a much more comfortable and supportive shoe. They are still available today at a higher price! @@unloosedhades

[@justinvasquez6059]

I have regularly worn basic Hightop Cons for 20 years. I've always found them comfortable and have never had any problems with my feet. Although I have also bought some different makes that have some arch support and or ankle support but honestly don't find them more comfortable then the basic ones. And I hear you because a lot of people have asked me how I could work a 12-hour shift on concrete waiting tables wearing cons. But never a problem

[@tweezerjam]

They get uncomfortable when you try to do anything active. 👍🏼

[@ThatHeatXX]

You must have the feet of God, because I can't wear these things for more than 15 minutes without my feet screaming 😢 flat feet will do that to you.

[@chrismess135]

Crazy how expensive these shoes are now. In the 90's I could go to the nearest Shoe City and get two pairs for $20. I know that was more than 20 years ago and things get more expesive but $20 for two pairs to $55 for one pair, thats quite the increase.

[@toadsage]

They're $65 a pair now

[@spotsill]

Nike now owned the brand so what else would you expect but expensive shoes that cost nothing to make. They also own the dress shoe company cole hann and have severely cheapened that brand as well.

[@gxbyb704]

Inflation…

[@xavier4519]

@@toadsage wh... here in Brazil i can get some for 35-40USD

[@user-fu1vw5qh5l]

Hehe,85$ for a pair here in Latvia,but its possible to find em for a cheaper price,i got myself a pair for 30$ in 2018,btw i personally found em comfortable and really good for cycling

[@YassidMartinez]

I actually find them extremely comfortable, the feeling is close to being barefoot and I love it.

[@unscripted483]

Lol that's why I wear them

[@noornasr7150]

Yea that's until you walk on a really rocky road 💔💔

[@BabaAlex505]

Loki Ro no

[@pdudOG]

them bein close to barefoot is excatly why i find em so uncomfy

[@leventerethelyi8461]

Worse than barefoot

[@sukisuki9215]

The thing is they look cute and fits with every outfit

[@paruhangmalimbu4816]

But the blisters tho😢.

[@josiah7499]

@@paruhangmalimbu4816 wear socks

[@theimprovisor8998]

@@paruhangmalimbu4816 wear socks idiot

[@paruhangmalimbu4816]

@@theimprovisor8998 noted ;)

[@goodluck2119]

Today I learned that there a re people that dont put socks on while wearing sneakers.. That must hurt

[@RobertNES816]

I only wear chucks with Dr. Scholls arch support inserts. They basically transform the most uncomfortable shoe to being one of the best looking and most comfortable shoes out there. I usually get about 4 years on a pair of chucks. The area where the lower starts to detach by the toes I glue with loctite brand crazy glue. That will usually hold for another year before the shoe is ready for the trash. I also prefer the Chuck II because they go on more like a sneaker instead of having to play around with the shoe laces everytime.

[@player00024]

So glad i stumbled across your channel, youve got some of the best and original content on youtube!!!!

[@sweetdailysoundinside8766]

Just like Timberlands and Dcmarteens they do a vintage model : "the chuck 70" I guess. more expensive with better material. I'd prefer those ones : more robuse, more steady, last longer. I'd love to see you analyse it and comapre to this model.

[@liamholke-kohn692]

Sweet Daily Sound Inside the chuck 70s are superior to the “normal” converse. They are way more comfortable and sturdy

[@ht8138]

I love my Chuck 70s and really am not a fan of all stars I'd love to see thoose cut apart

[@tylerervin9899]

Yessss! I was thinking the same thing. It would be interesting to see the differences between the two

[@Tarunia]

yaaasss, we need chuck 70s cut in half! (proud owner of 9 pairs of normal converse all star)

[@johnclauson4619]

Chuck 2s are much more comfortable and have an upgraded Nike insole

[@Bunjamin27]

Converse, until about 2004, were *SO* comfortable and my favorite shoes. Something changed and they became brittle and would fall apart/degrade MUCH faster :( Used to be able to walk into a shoe store with $20 and walk out with ANY pair of chucks.. it's a shame what has happened

[@karleekimberling8664]

ThrobbinHood Converse was bought by Nike in 2003 so they could have changed some parts of the shoes?

[@criticaldoesshiddd2340]

Try the 70s Nike brought back the original.

[@AppleSauceGamingChannel]

Mine all started breaking at the point where my foot bends them which happens to be exactly where the side sole transitions from the front double thickness bit to the side length bit with the coloured strip. They didn't do that for me before 2005» so either my feet changed a lot without me being able to see the difference and/or materials/construction changed for the worse

[@spike5499]

@@Question.Authority the 70s look better lol

[@HkFinn83]

It might be an age thing. The whole body declines, inc the feet. Chucks have always been super basic

[@tiadelmundo5295]

I loved these once i broke them in though. Granted they were stiff at first, but after a couple of years, they were my every day shoes for the next 10 years after!

[@ishwarilaughing6256]

Oh my god. When your roommate slowly emerged it scared the shit out of me! First I thought it was your cat somehow then it just kept coming 😱😱😱😱😱😬😬

[@RoseAnvil]

I just bought a pair of Chuck 70s after see all the requests in the comment section. That video will be coming out soon-ish

[@sataneatcheese6243]

Funnily enough I was about to comment that they do 2 types of Chuck. One based on the original design from the 50's (I think) and the redesign from the 70's (between 74 to 78 I think). Also, depending on how you find them uncomfortable I find going up half a size helps. I find 9's too narrow but a 9.5 is perfect. They're also great for driving enthusiasts who like to heel and toe their manual cars. P.S. Dissect a pair of New Rock please XD

[@ltlbuddha]

I live in Chucks and would not say that they are uncomfortable, but that they do not prevent fatigue. In another regard (for general use at least) they hardly feel like one is wearing a shoe so are very comfortable that way. There are other variations besides the classic and the 70's. I've a few chuck taylor "boots" that have more cushion in the footbeds, some chucks with removable insoles, etc.

[@DeeDerry]

You should check out/open up some Clarks...Clarks Originals, Desert Boots or any best sellers...People swear down on them over here in the uk 🇬🇧🙂❤

[@stillclouds]

Yaaaaayyy!!!

[@xXSpartan029Xx]

Have you considered cutting up a pair of Iron Rangers?

[@nemoindc]

When I heard the Chuck Taylor factory was leaving the US I bought a pair. Still in the box with Made in The USA on the heal.

[@mr.waynes7555]

heel

[@deadsweetheart1]

I remember and the heel tabs on the triple blacks used to be like a rubber molded stamp not just a painted on thing

[@meghan9436]

They sell a specialty “made in Japan” version here. I want a pair.

[@ianturnbow7011]

Meghan What’s so special about it?

[@meghan9436]

Ian Turnbow It says “Made in Japan” on the heel.

[@ThePurpleRay]

I remember getting a pair of converse and being so hyped. It was a huge lettdown when i tried them on. Didn't use them much and just continued using my old thick Joggers/sneakers.

[@falconreconeight]

Would have been cool to see a comparison to an older version. They have definitely upgraded since I had them over 30 years ago.

[@nuthinbutlove]

The new version is so much better

[@itscinna5540]

Converse was the first thing I bought with my first paycheck when I was in high school, and I never understood why they were so popular bc I hated how they felt omg thanks for making this video !! Can’t wait for the next

[@stevechinoy1987]

I've had Chuck's that were extremely uncomfortable in certain areas and sizing up didn't help. Stopped wearing them after I got into running sneakers. Thicker midsoles did spoil me and I would never go back to that threadbare feeling sole again. PS - Love your kitty man. Stole the show.

[@taraelizabethdensley9475]

Lol! I was also distracted by the cute cat

[@mandujanojuan437]

I agree..not comfortable at all. They do have good grip i use them to walk on composite roofs

[@chen4238]

Wearing running shoes for daily walking is bad for your feet and Spine. Cushioning shoes are made for Sports not daily walking.

[@ThatHeatXX]

​@@chen4238 Wait, so wearing Air Max 1's and Air Pegasus 89's are not good for casual wear?

[@ThatHeatXX]

​@@chen4238 Wait, so wearing Air Max 1's and Air Pegasus 89's are not good for casual wear?

[@owenbondar8925]

Absolutely love these shoes, I think they are quite comfortable, I've been wearing chucks for about 10 years straight.

[@TechieTexan]

I used to play basketball in Converse High Tops (they were red) and I wore those through!!! It helped to have double up my socks for games and practices, but these were so good due to the traction. I think I sprained my ankle in other types of basketball shoes, but not in these.

[@dueywag9056]

I also played b-ball in red Converse High Tops...with 2 pair of striped tube socks! (That was 50 years ago, when they were called Converse High Tops, not Chucks.) I had rubber band ankles, always turning and getting sprained. Coach told me I'd end up breaking them in the high tops, but I liked the support (along with elastic ankle braces, tape, and ace wraps.) Darn, I miss those shoes!

[@gamesincharacter5106]

Tbh ive had Original converse for years and they were pretty comfortable

[@gamesincharacter5106]

I had a original pare from the 1960’s that still are in great condition

[@rikshaw8429]

Chuck's hold a birkenstock insert perfectly which really address the comfort issue! :-)

[@lornemcintyre4257]

Seriously I had no idea but I will try that out for sure

[@rikshaw8429]

@@lornemcintyre4257 you will need to cut down the edges, but then it should fit (tightly) in, still have enough toe room for me (best is to order 1 size up to accommodate)

[@level27xrock]

Nice video. I have a love/hate with the "classic" Cons nowdays. Just ain't the same since Nike buyout. The foot bed never had much to begin with but I swear the few pairs I've owned since production with Nike they're just not the same. Not even tolerable after an hour if that. Which wasn't the case ever in my Converse shoes I wore in early 2000s that were still made overseas but before Nike came into the picture. Anyways... I'd put up with the uncomfortable soles (just put in custom orthotics and boom problem solved), but what really grinds my bones is the damn felt at the bottom soles now. That is also something never on a Converse shoe before Nike... I do own a few pairs of Chuck 70s.. and while they are nice, and don't have crappy felt on the soles (and the soles are a one piece mold just like the classics used to be) they are a bit bulky and heavier. Classic Chucks are lighter and wrap and mold to your foot and you feel like you’re sometimes not wearing shoes, but were supportive enough to get you through the whole day which is what made them so great and so iconic. Now the quality has dropped a ton and the more expensive superior Chuck 70s solve the comfort issue, but at the price of its behemoth looks and mass weighing you down. But enough rambling, Great work by the way --

[@princeabbas1996]

Amazing video! Feel so lucky that found your channel!

[@lumabi25]

I couldn't really say I've ever found them uncomfortable and since getting Chuck 70 it's even better. I take 8 or 8.5. The way they wrap around my feet and especially my ankles has always made me feel kinda powerful and happy.

[@AvsFan32]

The 70’s are where it’s at!

[@bmintram]

You could've just unlaced them lol

[@EliezaBaby]

What's the point of that dude 😕 that's why subject is cutting it in half 🤔

[@feijaohumanoide]

Somehow they're super comfortable to me. Love them, love the look.

[@ElDarren]

Great deep dive on chucks!

[@jonahwhite9974]

I bought a pair of PF Flyers in high school I will never go back to Converse. They are so much more comfortable and durable. I've been wearing the same pair for five years.

[@Fmate98]

I also support cutting open the Chuck 70's

[@katarinachiogna-solovey3560]

This relieves me to know that other people find Converse as uncomfortable as I do. I need shoes with lots of support and although Chucks seem like they'd provide that, they really don't.

[@michaelbaerga8932]

i find chucks somewhat comfortable and go on runs with them a lot. and even take them to the gym. but i always find myself wearing them to the point of sole coming out the sides of the shoe. have had this problem with like 2 pairs so far. but they last me atleast a year and i love the look of them so i’ll keep buying

[@chellsee4167]

Interesting to see what's changed for Converse over the years. As someone who wore them for years and even went through the painstaking process of removing the insoles of a few pairs, I can honestly say some things have been omitted: 1) a very thin rubber piece that took up space in the forefoot and toebox under the insole 2) a narrow rubber piece that was part of the heel padding under the insole The felt lining under the insole must be new.

[@nate_d376]

Fun fact: also a great driving shoe.

[@ludwigvonn9889]

Rubber and flat... nothing better for driving. When it comes to these thats pretty much all they are good for.

[@loggerhead837]

Nate D. Some worn in Vans classics are a close second tho

[@tombernard8115]

Paul Walker used these in the movies

[@oneashralph4076]

I hate chuck but I couldn't agreed more than this.Yeah,Chuck & vans truly for driver to especially manual transmission.Hail Paul Walker

[@pepipavlov2375]

for drumming too

[@pawtrolling]

I think they're amazingly comfy for an everyday shoe. I wouldn't take them hiking or do 20 miles in a day in them, but the same is true for most shoes. I've been wearing them for over 10 years now, and I don't own another brand of trainers

[@VulgarInitials]

I went hiking with my chucks once, I honestly didn't feel much pain

[@ryanmcclosky3312]

I skated in chucks for years. I always bought them a half size bigger then added a really good insole and they were good

[@golgothatheend]

Strangely enough, I find my chuck very, very comfortable in my feet. I like that stiff feeling, and the thinness of the sole especially while I walk. Only problem is, my pinkie toe sticks out when it swells, and I wear fairly thick socks. So it can get painful sometimes. It feels perfectly fine when I go bare foot, but who wear shoes with bare foot afterall?

[@DzudemAnny]

go a size bigger then

[@DzudemAnny]

worked wonders for me had the same issue

[@golgothatheend]

@@DzudemAnny thanks for the advice. Apparently, it was because I was fat af. I lost decent chunk of weight, and it isn't bothering me anymore. In fact, the size I was wearing was in fact a half size bigger one.

[@eggrollsoup]

@@golgothatheend Converse toe box is way too narrow

[@Martioflorence]

I had similar problems, try "barefoot shoes" otherwise known as minimalist shoes, they got wide toe box. Works for me.

[@tiarushing6886]

This is definitely what I think of as the most iconic sneaker. Second to me would be the three stripe Adidas, but that may be a age thing :)

[@tinderella2386]

Vans Old Skool??

[@nick5422]

@@tinderella2386 amazing shoe but can’t match the Chucks in this sense

[@kamikazi5144]

Man that tool cut through that Converse like butter, I'm impressed haha

[@ashleezukasky2123]

These videos are always so interesting to me and I love the cat guest appearance

[@DamyRRodrigues]

I absolutely love my chucks. I have one exactly like the one you cut for weight lifting and I feel really stable and it also holds my ankles really well. I also have another 70’s pair for going out. I find that they don’t hurt the back of my feet like Air Force 1s for example. 🤷🏻‍♀️ really like them

[@loulehnhoff2637]

I remember when these things were 12 bucks a pair. Owned many back in the 80s

[@MonstersGoRawrr]

I'd love to see you do a comparison to the "Made in Japan" converse. The rumor is they make them the way they were originally made and they start around $100.

[@johnpoo1662]

Nope. bought a pair from Japan, sole unglued itself after 3 months. avoid like the plague.

[@michaelfinlay1412]

@@johnpoo1662 vans and converse are made like a sandwitch bound by duct tape, once the tape falls off it falls apart

[@jokermtb]

I stuck some insoles from my mountain bike shoes inside my hi-tops and made them instantly more comfortable - huge increase in comfort. I did have to do some surgery to reduce the arch support in the glued in insole, so I wouldn't have 'double' arch support, but it's quite easy to just nip the top of the arch support off with kitchen shears or scissors

[@SnoopyReads]

Yeah, I believe high quality insoles improve pretty much any shoe

[@notmac1853]

I wish they hadn't discontinued the Chuck 2's with the lunarlon soles. Infinitely more durable and comfortable, well worth the $20-$30 premium. I can't believe the original Converse are so expensive, the quality and comfort are horrific.

[@hgr.7857]

I never knew a shoe like that existed... 🤯 Lunarlon is 👍✅💯 Chucks suck.

[@Mr__-jn3wg]

get the chuck 70

[@Dogetheun]

I have chuck 70s and honestly they feel better then normal all stars

[@Zwhsnduiwmsnxjsl]

Ngl feeling blessed that I could thrift some new lunarlon ones for 20 €

[@martinzendejas8423]

I still rock mine just because of that insole. Such a shame

[@sarahciszek1028]

I work at Converse and they are actually starting to put comfort in their classic styles which makes them more comfortable! But my go to chucks to wear to work are always the 70s!

[@aribellabud]

I have never found chucks uncomfortable. Through scrolling through the comments I really think it has everything to do with your feet.

[@heythere6983]

I love Nike frees . Perfect shoe, atleast the ones I got from a few years back , they only have a 4mm drop which I find is perfect. Converse should have a little drop like that, the nikes are almost barefoot feel and that’s y inlove em, chucks are not barefoot feel at all, they are stiff and unflexible and put a ton of strain behind your knee which got me injured walking . Chucks are good for low and slow walkers . They look awesome but have a terrible functionality. Maybe I’ll take mine to someone to add a drop, I love how they look but puttin them on for the first time in years they felt so goofy and terrible.

[@annabean7507]

Hahaha haha I have no idea what your friend and room mate is doing because that was so funny! And I tried to watch it again and just loled again harder. Love it!

[@gossmanai]

Love the shirt! Triumphs are such good bikes!

[@TheCelticHitman]

For powerlifting, I pull the midsole/outsole out of my Chucks - they typically come out in one piece. The idea behind it is for my feet to be as close to the floor as possible for stability while still having traction.

[@rainymornings]

Kinda late to your comment plus I don't really powerlift, but would Vibram Fivefinger shoes be something for you? It feels like being barefoot but with traction. I have two pairs of Converse for everyday wear but I cannot imagine lifting weights in them, I need to feel the ground.

[@shadowviper9440]

I was waiting for another vid like this after the vans sk8 hi video, I love these types of videos where you cut open cool original and iconic shoes that are popular in my school. So, I think you should make vids on more classic or iconic sloes like the vans you did and these also but thank you and I have now been subbed since that vans video. I genuinely enjoy your attitude words KZbin as a whole a will continue to be a fan forever.

[@RoseAnvil]

Glad you like them!

[@christophernewby3296]

The most iconic movie with chucks for me is the sandlot, the slide scenes and the running shots are just so iconic.

[@richardmendoza4389]

I just bought 2 pairs of new Connies, & they always seem to run bigger than my actual shoe size, so it's always a guessing game on how to order: 1/2 or full size smaller. As far as the flat feel, just order some quality insoles, like Sorbothanes, & pop them in. Instant Heaven.They're too iconic to pass up. I love my Connies. ❤

[@bigbadvicHo]

I used to jog miles in these almost every day in high school for the old school feel lol, used to hoop in em too. Never sprained my ankle in them either somehow.

[@aribellabud]

I cannot imagine running in chucks but they are comfy af. I wear them bartending sometimes and never get sore.

[@anthonyj0112]

I used to run in these almost every day as well and I got shin splints pretty often and when i asked my doctor why he pointed to my shoes and asked if I run in these

[@Deadlyaztec27]

I ran two miles around the track (8 laps) and I bled horribly from my feet. Never did that again lol. I ended up using indoor soccer shoes for my cross country runs instead.

[@bigbadvicHo]

@@Deadlyaztec27 I run on my tip toes and have nice calves. Maybe that’s the only way you should run wearing Converse since it absorbs impact vs running more flat foot.

[@Deadlyaztec27]

@@bigbadvicHo Maybe. I'm a forefoot runner, and running barefoot feels very nice. I wear zero drop shoes at work, and my running shoes have only a 3mm offset. Converse are just too heavy on the impact forces.

[@ailenroksheir9609]

The amount of blades this guy goes through must be insane

[@2mitts]

I had similar thoughts. That handle is super strong too, the amount of torque he's applying is crazy and it doesn't seem to be effected.

[@RoseAnvil]

The nice thing about those blades is they can be re-sharpened

[@marccumming6798]

I think it would be easier to and safer to get a bigger razor knife

[@EverydayGuy]

I think the comfort is dependent on the person. I wear alot of boots, from steel toes on the job site and alot of casual Boots. But when I wear a sneaker/shoe it is always chuck Taylor's I own several pairs of these and love them. When we are going to parks, or the zoo, or a trip to the big city and are gonna be walking and exploring in the summer time these are what are on my feet and I love them and find them super comfortable. Good content, relatively new to the channel and like it. Cheers man!

[@ThatHeatXX]

My steel toe boots are 1,000 times more comfortable than these concrete slice excuses for a sneaker.

[@danceninja21]

First time watcher. Loved it! I especially love the addition of the cat haha.

[@jenreed2118]

If you happen to be fortunate enough to fit into kid size Chuck Taylors, they happened to be the most comfortable pair of Chucks ever. The kids size actually have arch support and cushion in the bottom. Plus they don't make your feet look elongated. They are now the only kind of Chuck's that I buy and I also get them for cheaper because they're in the kids section

[@yohaneslee8045]

yo why tf your cat got such nice waves?

[@kaiwannagoback5712]

I think Converse changed a lot, used to be a solid thick flat rubber sole, but that must have been a long, long time ago, in a galaxy far away. I see they also make them insanely pointy-toed, like way too narrow in the toe to not squeeze. They used to have way more toe room but that seems to be a trend now with no room in the toebox, across brands and styles.

[@nathanlopes6377]

The lack of toe room hurts bad.

[@ukisa3rdworld586]

There is extra width ones if that makes any difference?

[@nonatie8514]

You slice so nicely. Love this channel . I'm a woman but buy men's styles sometimes if women's are unavailable at the time I'm buying. I love a lot of men's boots especially. Thanks for all the info !

[@Lord_Mad_Dog]

I actually had no idea he was your roommate, that's super interesting

[@HannahHerps]

I’ve worn converse for probably 10-15 years. Probably owned 30 pairs throughout the years and they’ve always been super comfortable to me. Used to wear them to work and during sports practices too. Never understood why people think they’re uncomfortable.

[@uhdobo7]

Most of the people that find it uncomfortable have high arches and Converse has no support for that. They’re totally flat.

[@SPNKr16]

Flat feet require arch support. Arched feet require no arch support, but most arch support systems are compatible with arched feet nowadays. The foot collapses into the arch region requiring a flat but supportive surface to absorb all shock to comfortably return or go upward back into the foot. Flat feet already have a collapsed arch, the arch support literally cradles and supports the flat area absorbing shock much like mentioned above. My left foot is a bit flatter than the right and I generally prefer no arch support in all shoes. Nike Air More Uptempo basically has a mountain for arch support, at least my pair does (probably has to do with an over-pressurised air cell in the midsole beneath the insole. What I did there is use two orthotics for the heel and toebox, chopped out the arch completely. Then I chopped out the arch for the original insole, placing the original insole on top of everything I inserted beneath and it feels quite like a regular Nike high top now.

[@TheLordstrider]

when you cut them I felt my heart miss a beat.

[@entropy04]

It physically pained me to watch him tear open these beauties

[@desireandfire]

Me too. I'm over here loving and feeling so good in my pair while someone else purposely destroys one for a educational/entertainment vid

[@SPNKr16]

These are probably the most mass produced sneaker, currently. Nothing to be sad about, there's enough to go around much like the military always has surplus in every era of technology and wartime. You'll always have more than one pair.

[@TheChesten]

Love the content!! I think it would be interesting to see some Thursday boots cut in half, they seem to push their quality for the price and I'd love to see your opinion on the quality. Keep up the great work!

[@andriosz]

I've read that some time ago they changed their construction by adding some more padding to make them more comfortable.

[@converse_jc]

I've been wearing converse my whole life and they're the most comfortable shoes I own! I own 5 pairs so far which may not seem like alot but I'm working on my collection lol

[@carolinaaguilar9936]

This video was very helpful, thank you!

[@sampfau8224]

Birkenstock’s would be a cool episode

[@TUCKANDROLLE]

MacDaddyP nah

[@melissakeating5736]

Please please please. I bought some Birkenstock boots (yes they exist) and they are so comfortable. But I really want to know what they look like under the hood

[@LifeLostSoul]

Lol that is what I think every episode is I want to suggest Birkenstocks. But I keep thinking... They are going to look like a sandal cut in half because we can see everything from the outside that's happening on the inside. I definitely recommend some Birkenstock repair videos, they can be pretty amazing and sometimes they completely rebuilt the entire shoe/sandle. I mostly keep wanting to see a Birkenstock one though because I found a pair for 5 buck at a thrift shop that had definitely chewed up some by a puppy and I was like these are 5 bucks I can repair these.

[@Luis-cm3lm]

Shoes i think you should cut open fila disruptors, adidas stan Smith's, nike air force ones and yeezy 350 boost

[@jamessakimae9655]

Believe they were made to be a bit more comfy in recent years, I remember having pairs 10-11 years ago that just felt completely flat as if the slight amount of heel cushion wasnt there. Also for the common separation at the toes flex point is more wearing the wrong size than anything so if the laces get real close together from the forefoot area to the end if the tongue when tying them and if it has this bent looking appearance around the ball of your foot you're probably wearing the wrong size. Always important to measure feet with the brannock device and to know your size in centimeters

[@humcohailey]

I had a pair of chucks since I was a senior in high school, I just threw them out this year (about 3 years later). They molded my feet perfectly.

[@OosGuitar]

I like chucks for weightlifting (specifically squats) because there is little to no cushioning compared to say a running shoe that way you're closer to the ground and have less foam to wobble you around when you need to be stable actual weightlifting shoes from like Adidas are quite expensive so chucks are a quick and easy to get a hold of for cheap

[@riverdaletales8457]

Is it just me or are these shoes actually not that uncomfortable? I find them to be just fine .

[@ashypharaoh8407]

They're fine. I've even skated in them. Not ideal, but doable

[@riverdaletales8457]

@@ashypharaoh8407 i work on these shoes ...maybe because I'm young and my feet can still take a beating but idk they're fine for me .

[@m.s.salgueiro2683]

When u start getting near to your 40s things are going to change...

[@jabba20002000]

I've worn them whilst sitting down watching TV, sitting down listening to radio and sitting down eating dinner. Trust me, they are super comfortable for these tasks. I might take a walk in them today to test their comfort under extreme conditions... Update: They are fine for vertical use as well as horizontal

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

M.S. Salgueiro I’m 44 and they are still my go-to shoe I wear all the time. Love ‘em.

[@laresswave]

I love wearing these, to me they are comfortable. I work in retail and can wear these all day without my feet hurting. I also have weak ankles and I've never rolled or sprained my ankle while wearing them, they are my go to.

[@alejandrogonzales7022]

Chucks are great for lifting because you do feel stable in them. You can drive through your heels, toes, balls of your feet, whatever... all without feeling like you might roll because some squishy foam is going to move in a way you didn't predict. I really like wearing them for lunges or any single-leg stuff. Plus, they're just fine for the bike or rower.

[@TheJupiteL]

Used a pair for 2 years in my highschool years. 2 of the most uncomfortable shoe wearing years.

[@xxxod]

its not supposed to be comfortable. COMFORT = bad

[@tiefighter3445]

@@xxxod No.

[@goodluck2119]

The shoes are good for some people and bad for others. For me I love them

[@quagmiretoiletgaming]

@@xxxod elaborate

[@jimiii1994]

One thing I've always wondered and never thought to ask - What kind of knives and or blades do you use. Any thoughts on doing a video on your tools?

[@Kyle881121]

Tool tour is a great idea 👍

[@nabinlimbu6896]

Converse is the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn!

[@23bitchris60]

You're smoking something if you think that.

[@MotaShotta]

Then they're probably the only shoes you've ever worn

[@pusitite5564]

@@MotaShotta that was smooth tho-

[@nabinlimbu6896]

Don’t underestimate my 20 year sneakers collection

[@thomasski_7]

I feel more comfortable walking with basketball shoes. I just bought a Chuck Taylor cuz it’s good for lifting but I walked about 40 minutes and my feet got blisters

[@user-lp5wp1hd2j]

When I was still in shape, I was running 5km through city in them. And it was no problem, feelt good

[@ilzt8504]

The most uncomfortable shoes I've ever bought. Had to buy extra insoles for 25$ to be able to wear them for more than 10min. Still liked them though ;)

[@easyteh4getperson]

chucks were pretty uncomfortable when i started wearing them in middle school but after that 1st year, it was really comfortable. the sad thing was it was the only pair of shoes i had so i had to buy new ones every year. and every year, the price increased =/

[@iaberis]

Why is it so satisfying to hear the tearing sounds?

[@cale2472]

In my 20s & even my early 30s I liked the black & white low top Chuck's. Nowadays the Converse One Stars are the way to go. Much more comfortable.

[@subaruforester5062]

Wore these for a hour and my feet were killing me. I sold them

[@animecasio8665]

Hey man you should do a cut in half on Nike Air Force 1 they arent so pricy

[@VictorDude98]

Spoiler alert its just straight up a brick inside the sole

[@melfarus]

@@VictorDude98 doesn't sound very air force one

[@madams8632]

I cut a 25th Anniversary pair of lows in half. It was alot of eva foam & a thin air bag running the entire length of the midsole

[@br00tality50]

@@VictorDude98 no, there's an isolated air unit in them

[@eviedewees7365]

I got a pair of Converse a couple months ago and they are extremely comfortable

[@jokerzwild00]

Chucks have always been more like moccasins for me. Definitely not for any kind of work or heavy play, but nice and light for casual wear. I've found the lows to be great for driving too.

[@steves1749]

When I was a kid in the 60’s in Brooklyn, if you didn’t wear a pair of CON’s you were a nerd. I would save my allowance to buy a pair. About 10 years ago I bought a pair for casual wear to look cool again. After a week I thru them away. Pained my feet and I think they gave me planter fasciitis. But I still think they look cool.

[@aribellabud]

Awww. That’s cute. I wore them a lot in high school. They’re really comfortable to me still to this day. Especially in the summer for some reason.

[@JamesPawson]

Owned two pairs in my life... both times are also times I had intense back/sciatica problems. Coincidence, I am sure.

[@corneliuswellington6670]

For the gym, I wear Chucks or the low top canvas vans; totally depends on what store I wander into when it's time to get a new pair. Chucks are exactly as you stated. Vans are similar- maybe minimally more squishy, but still flat. Really, and thin, flat shoe is ideal for squats and deadlifts. The idea is you want to avoid a bouncy heal like a running shoe would have because it doesn't offer a stable platform; your ankles shake, and your knees feel unstable.

[@tool8337]

No - you're right that the worst thing you can do is lift in running shoes with toe and arch off the ground. But these have no support for your arch arch or toe. The outsole should be flat on the floor, but inside should be a wedge with proper toe and arch support. lifting in a "really thin, flat shoe" is not "ideal" whatsoever. Look to proper lifting shoes or crossfit shoes (even if you don't waste your time on crossfit).