Black Shoes

[JRutledge]

It is hard to find and all black shoe that fits everyone's needs. Many of those sold with the popular officiating outlets do not work for many people. This is an area issue. Some care, others do not.

Peace

[Scrapper1]

It was stressed in our NCAA D3 meeting a couple years ago that it was all-black, no matter what. There was a lot of whispering and giggling because a couple of the very big-time refs had been on TV in pre-season tournaments wearing shoes that had very clear white or gray markings on them. It was assumed that the reminder about all-black shoes was aimed directly at those guys.

[Rufus]

Will a black sharpie work on the grey trim? Definitely check with the local powers that be.

[cmhjordan23]

Tried a black sharpie. Once it dries I don't like the way it looks. Just took some alcohol and rubbed it off. For those that need all black, you can customize shoes at Nike.com Not terribly expensive. Depending on the shoe, between $140-$190. I was going to go that route but I really like mine. Could have gone with Customized 2011 Nike Air Max but liked 2010 design better which has more shiny black areas on it. Nike doesn't sell 2010 anymore so I couldn't design them. Found at FootLocker for $120. I've seen guys in our association with some grey or white on shoes and nothing is ever said. But I don't know if I've ever seen it at the Varsity level in our area.

Thanks for your thoughts

[Raymond]

Originally Posted by cmhjordan23

.... For those that need all black, you can ...

...buy New Balances

For a lot less than $140-$190.

[grunewar]

Originally Posted by BadNewsRef

...buy New Balances

For a lot less than $140-$190.

I'm trying out my new Reebok Zig Refs (~$95 w/ S&H) on Sunday for two games. I'm looking forward to it.

Hardly any white on them requiring adjustments.

[roger21]

For me best are those Jordan old school, I bought one more pair last week for only $99.

Like that 'old school Jordan' model made by nike, because are easy to play and easy to walk,at least for me.

[Scuba_ref]

Originally Posted by grunewar

I'm trying out my new Reebok Zig Refs (~$95 w/ S&H) on Sunday for two games. I'm looking forward to it.

Hardly any white on them requiring adjustments.

Let us know what your feet and legs think of your new shoes!

[jritchie]

Originally Posted by grunewar

I'm trying out my new Reebok Zig Refs (~$95 w/ S&H) on Sunday for two games. I'm looking forward to it.

Hardly any white on them requiring adjustments.

Best shoes out there! They are patent leather, look great and feel like the best shoe ever on your foot! Used to be an Air Max guy, but these are by far the best running/officials shoe out.

[riverfalls57]

I just bought a pair of reezigs and love them.

[billyu2]

Originally Posted by cmhjordan23

Tried a black sharpie. Once it dries I don't like the way it looks. Just took some alcohol and rubbed it off. For those that need all black, you can customize shoes at Nike.com Not terribly expensive. Depending on the shoe, between $140-$190. I was going to go that route but I really like mine. Could have gone with Customized 2011 Nike Air Max but liked 2010 design better which has more shiny black areas on it. Nike doesn't sell 2010 anymore so I couldn't design them. Found at FootLocker for $120. I've seen guys in our association with some grey or white on shoes and nothing is ever said. But I don't know if I've ever seen it at the Varsity level in our area.

Thanks for your thoughts

Go to a craft store or toy store where they sell Testor's paint and the little brushes. High gloss black is perfect. May have to touch up once or twice a season. You're right the permanent marker looks bad. I wear the Nike Air Max too and the paint did the trick.

[cmhjordan23]

Originally Posted by billyu2

Go to a craft store or toy store where they sell Testor's paint and the little brushes. High gloss black is perfect. May have to touch up once or twice a season. You're right the permanent marker looks bad. I wear the Nike Air Max too and the paint did the trick.

Thanks. Maybe I will try that.

[Jay R]

I've been wearing Official Footwear patent leather for the llast three years. For me, comfortable, good support (and I've suffered from plantar fasciitis in the past) and I like the look too. To each his own.


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