Dr. Martens Tobias

I've been wearing and loving Doc Martens since I was in high school. However, I have worsening arthritis in my feet, ankles, knees and hips, and no matter how broken in my beloved 1460s were, they were just too heavy for me to wear anymore without pain. I had resigned myself to being "that person" who has to wear sneakers all the time. But I missed my Docs, both for the look and the practicality factor; some things you just can't do in sneakers. I'd seen similar versions of this boot in canvas, but for me that was really no more practical than a pair of Converse. But when I saw that it was available in leather I started to have a little hope. And I was not disappointed. The soles are light overall, and I don't feel like I've been walking in concrete shoes at the end of the day. The leather upper is the same durable tough leather that regular Docs are made of, so I feel like these are boots that will last and look better with age, just like my previous old faithful pair. The insoles that come with them leave a little to be desired (they are flimsy and don't seem to offer much cushion) but I took them out and popped in a pair of memory foam ones, and now my feet and ankles feel comfortable and supported. They seem to run a little small (I usually wear a 9 in mens, but this time I had to size up to a 10 to allow for replacing the insoles and wearing winter socks) and are a little more narrow feeling than Docs usually are. Or maybe that's just me. Because the leather is the same leather that regular Docs are made of, it's looking like there is going to be a similar break-in period (put on thick socks, lace them up tight, and suck it up till they soften up). Overall, I'm pleased with them, and happy to be able to wear boots that I love without pain. Thanks, Dr. Martens, for making this boot. You've warmed an aging Riot Grrl's heart!

I tried about 5 pairs of boots before I landed on these. They're comfortable, and most importantly (for me in this particular instance), they have the style I was looking for. Weirdly, also spot on in the size department. True to size. Zappos as always was great. Quick shipping, very lenient on returns. I always try to come back when I need shoes. Also check out the Palladium Pampa Hi.

I love these shoes. Comfortable like converse with the great look of a nice boot. They are really tough. I have had them for about 2 months and really abused them and they feel and look great. They look really cool once the leather gets a little scuffed. I think I am going to buy another pair in the canvas come winter time. I really love these boots.

I got these shoes for my husband. He absolutely loves them. They go great with everything!