Yet another officiating shoe question

[JRutledge]

The RefZigs were really the best shoe that I have worn in my career. They were comfortable and I never had any other major problems. But I did look for other shoes as the Zigs had changed a little and started looking at other brands.

I just bought the Nike Air VaporMax Flyknit. This shoe is very light and easy to run in. I love this shoe, but if you are stuck on just wearing a leather version, there is not one at this time. It is a mesh surface but is very comfortable. I have purchased the one with a little grey, but there are versions with some all-black in them as well. Love the shoe and used them near in preseason events.

Peace

[SC Official]

It wouldn't be a bad idea to go to a running store and have them examine your stride and foot type.

If you want a running shoe, Brooks carries an all-black model designed for people that need support.

The most important thing is to not be cheap and change shoes when it's time. Shoes are the most important part of your uniform when it comes to taking care of your body.

[jTheUmp]

Originally Posted by SC Official

The most important thing is to not be cheap and change shoes when it's time. Shoes are the most important part of your uniform when it comes to taking care of your body.

This literally cannot be stressed enough.

[crosscountry55]

Originally Posted by jTheUmp

This literally cannot be stressed enough.

I'm curious how you would figuratively stress it. Because only then would literally stressing it make any sense.

#TrendyButImproperlyUsedWords

[Freddy]

Originally Posted by crosscountry55

I'm curious how you would figuratively stress it. Because only then would literally stressing it make any sense.

#TrendyButImproperlyUsedWords

Can that be metaphorically stressed enough?

[NCAAREF]

Just wondering how you polish a mesh shoe?

[SC Official]

Originally Posted by NCAAREF

Just wondering how you polish a mesh shoe?

You don't. Is there some unwritten rule that we have to wear material that can be polished?

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by NCAAREF

Just wondering how you polish a mesh shoe?

You don't. And unless the major shoe manufacturers make shoes that can be shined, then you are left with the current style. Many shoes do not work for everyone so you have to go with what works. At least in my recent experience, it appears that many officials are left with shoes that do not shine. I used to feel that a non-leather shoe was not acceptable, but you cannot find many shoes that are leather or some type of leather style all over the shoe.

Peace