Clogs for Men

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Hi everyone,

I am a student working on my last two semesters, and I'm working as a tech until I finish up. I'm looking to buy a new pair of shoes for work, and I wanted to see what everybody thinks about the two I think I've narrowed it down to. I'm thinking either super birkis or "specialist" crocs with the vents. I am wearing a pair of crostrails by crocs now, and I like them a lot, but I want something that looks a little more professional (as professional as clogs can look). I've worn regular tennis shoes, and as I have flat feet, crocs have really been the best thing for comfort thus far. I'm concerned mainly about shelling out the $$$ for the super birkis if they're not going to be worth it. Also, does anybody have any suggestions other than these two? I've seen where a lot of people have raved about the dansko clogs, but I don't think I want to go with those. Just don't like the look of them. Thanks!

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Specializes in NICU Transport/NICU.

Dude, clogs are for girls, crocs look extremely unprofessional, and the fact that you're debating between these two is sketchy.

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Okay, so can you recommend a comfortable pair of shoes, smart guy?

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...your specialty is OB? For real? And you say I'm sketch...

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Specializes in Emergency.

Dansko professionals are great. Merrel sliders are also very comfortable. Both very popular with guys (RN/PA/MD) in our ER. As for Nick's insecurities, well, that's his deal. I'm not into arguing, already had fistfight/wrestling match this week. Hey security, thanks for showing up, the wristlock was slipping......

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Specializes in NICU Transport/NICU.
...your specialty is OB? For real? And you say I'm sketch...

Yeah, I work with women, I don't dress like them. As for my recommendation, Nike crosstrainers, Reebok crosstrainers, new balance crosstrainers and anything else in the men's section.

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Specializes in LTC, M/S, CCU, ER.

If you like Keen shoes, they make a freaking awesome professional clog. They have men's and women's versions. Look for the PTC clog. I have flat feet and plantar fasciitis, I pop in a pair of Powerstep Pinnacle inserts (recommended by my podiatrist) and my feet are happy all 13 hours of my shift.

http://www.keenfootwear.com/us/en/product/fw11/shoes/men/service/ptc%20slip%20on%20ii

I found my first pair of Keen clogs in white for half-price at Sierra Trading Post. Just paid full price for a black pair. I have Danskos, Sanitas, as well as high-end athletic shoes. I end up in the Keens or my Sauconys all the time.

One thing I've found--backless clogs are actually harder on your joints. The ones that come up over your heels (but your heels slide up in them as you walk) are much more joint-friendly.

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Try Reebok ZigTech $89 awesomeness

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If you enjoy the way crocs fit your feet and the way they make your feet fell, get crocs. I don't think clogs make you look unprofessional at all, you stand for 12 hours + a day... be comfy!

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...your specialty is OB? For real? And you say I'm sketch...

HAHA i was thinking the same thing!!! i have the FITFLOP brand clogs (http://www.amazon.com/FitFlop-Mens-Leather-Gogh-Black/dp/B003I64M66/ref=sr_1_1?s=shoes&ie=UTF8&qid=1317424666&sr=1-1) i have the toffee tan ones they are amazing.

-codave

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I'm a guy and I wear Dansko. Highly recommend it :)

EDIT: NVM, you don't want dansko. I don't know what else than, cause what I've always been wearing them for work.

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i just bought a pair of Spira. check them online.

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