A Question of Shoes !!!!

Ian G · #1 (**permalink**) Mon Mar 26, 2001, 07:28pm

I am a basketball official from London England is it possible for any officials out there to inform me of the different types of shoes that are out there.

I am looking for an all black leather shoe, now I know of
Converse All Star Whistle, however are they comfortable ? At present I wear Nike Air Veangeance very comfortable but they are suede and not leather.
From this discussion board there are obviously different products out there can you tell me what they are, and where they are available from.
Furthermore I suffer with bone spurs & where orthotic insoles.

Yours in Sport

Ian G

Alligator Bag · #2 (**permalink**) Mon Mar 26, 2001, 11:27pm

New Balance 608 hands down the best!!! And come in all different widths to accomodate orthotics.

stewref1 · #3 (**permalink**) Wed Mar 28, 2001, 11:02pm

I wear the converse whistle. They are very comfortable and very affordable.

Fx4T>SD · #4 (**permalink**) Wed Mar 28, 2001, 11:53pm

I prefer the Nike air max there light, comfortable and very kind to the feet.

pizanno · #5 (**permalink**) Fri Mar 30, 2001, 03:46am

I wore the whistles this year for 50+ games, and they were great...although I don't have feet problems.

Moreover, I got them in patent leather...NO MORE SHINING!

Got lots of rave reviews for them.

Peter Devana · #6 (**permalink**) Fri Mar 30, 2001, 03:45pm

I bought a black Etonic walker that I used for the past season and I liked them very much. I have worn almost all types over the years and I would reccommend you try these. They are very light , have good support and balance and have worn very well. I wouldn't be surprised if they last about 200 games.

JoeT · #7 (**permalink**) Mon Apr 02, 2001, 10:31am

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Originally posted by pizanno
Moreover, I got them in patent leather...

Where?

Matt Tabak · #8 (**permalink**) Mon Apr 02, 2001, 06:45pm

What about people with larger shoe sizes? I am 6'9" and wear a size 17 shoe. Anyone have info for a good officiating shoe in that range? To date, I've settled for shoes that weren't exactly up to par looks-wise, simply because there was no alternative.

Thanks in advance,

Matt

Peter Devana · #9 (**permalink**) Mon Apr 02, 2001, 06:48pm

Dear Ian G
We are coming to London June 1-9. We can purchase most types of shoes in Victoria B.C. Contact me if you would like me to purchase a pair for you here and bring them to London.

Brian Watson · #10 (**permalink**) Tue Apr 03, 2001, 07:02am

Quote:

Originally posted by Matt Tabak
What about people with larger shoe sizes? I am 6'9" and wear a size 17 shoe. Anyone have info for a good officiating shoe in that range? To date, I've settled for shoes that weren't exactly up to par looks-wise, simply because there was no alternative.

Thanks in advance,

Matt

You should go to an outlet or contact a comapny directly. I think Nike will custom size any of their current styles for you. Of course they probably charge more, but you can't be too careful with your feet.

pizanno · #11 (**permalink**) Tue Apr 03, 2001, 11:53am

I will post a new thread with the info

Ian G · #12 (**permalink**) Mon Apr 09, 2001, 07:57am

Well I have been able to purchase a pair of New Balance 608's and they been excellent thus far.

Can anyone out there tell me how Sansabelt trousers(pants) fit I am a slim 31" waist, are they a snug,loose or tight fit and the length of the inside leg are the long, short or variable sizes...

This is a message for Pete Devana.

Pete I will contact you by E-Mail shortly.

Ian G

#13 (**permalink**) Mon Apr 09, 2001, 03:10pm

I've been wearing the Cons Whistles for past two seasons. They are pretty good. They've held up well and keep the shine I like. I was just on http://www.eastbay.com and found an all black Nike cross trainer. The model is the xt. there is also the ASIII low which is also all black. I know some people have asked before about a nike shoe.