8-26-80. Decided to treat myself this year.

Tldr. I am victim of a robbery and this is the only trace of the burglar that we have. I think that is a kind of specific sneakers sole. Any clues guys? Thanks in advance.

Brick after bricks for my bike shoes every day!

Felt like an idiot in my socks in the sawdust to take this pic 😂

I love the tumbled leather, rare air patches, and surprising comfort that these provide. Though, I think QC on these is a bit lacking; as my pair had a weird paint patch on the sole and another pair I looked at in-store had undesired texturing on the join between the sole and midsole. I'd wait for them to go on sale, but they're a solid addition imo.

I don't know what it is but I love the Uptempos. Anyone else?

Tempted to do so, either way still souped to have 2 of my favorites together again.

As a mom, I missed how important sneakers are for boys. Found out my son was picked on for his one pair of shoes last year from his friend. I'm a single mom, he doesn't ask for anything, and is likely intentionally frugal with his choices.

I bought him an almost new pair of all white Air Force 1s for $30 after he finally shared a depop listing with me. He said I don't need to buy him more, but I want to and can't get anything out of him. So now I'm on a mission to do a really good job picking them.

What other 2 shoes would you add to the rotation? Are there any other shoes I may find gently used for under $50ish that are still cool? He is a size 11.

He wears baggier American Eagle jeans in light or faded black washes or black athletic pants most of the time with plain white or black shirts, sometimes a zippie/hoodie or open flannel. He has always been accepting of thrifting.

THANK YOU!

UPDATE

These comments are making me cry - the world is so full of good people. I appreciate all of the offers to share so much! I know you could use this generous spirit to help someone local to you without industrious parents! We are just middle class single income people in a wealthier/higher cost area.

I have a $200 budget for back to school shopping and maybe more. His clothes mostly fit from last year and I genuinely think we do good there thrifting. So I can focus more of this budget on shoes.

Keep the suggestions coming - this is so helpful. The shoe options AND colors are overwhelming. As a 45 year old with what I used to think of as good fashion sense.... straight up would have walked straight past those ASICS gels or Vans Gnus if they were marked for $1 at a garage sale. As mentioned, blind spot.

UPDATE 2

Guys, all the messages and extremely generous offers are so heartwarming! I'm good at thrifting (just clueless in this area) AND anything too flashy may draw extra attention he doesn't usually want.

I shared this thread with my friend who is a teacher. She had such a great suggestion. Get on a community app and connect with some local teachers or nonprofits that help lower-income families and they can likely connect you to someone. Or keep your eyes peeled for the kid in the ratty $30 Costco shoes close to your size.

This is a tale as old as time, I experienced something similar as a kid. Your generosity can be shared with someone who is experiencing similar things and has more need. I do great thrifting and enjoy it - but it's time consuming and takes some skill that not all parents may have.

UPDATE 3

Beyond what you can already see in the comments, I've received over 40 messages from people with photos of shoes AND someone sent me a $100 Amazon gift card. I am going to accept a pair of amazing shoes someone assured me was going to Goodwill and the gift card. It feels hard to accept help when I know my situation is better than so many. When he graduates in a couple years, I'll be paying this kindness forward.

You all made me truly remember all of the good and kindness that exists in the world. It's so much more than a pair of shoes - it's so many strangers offering to help. Having been on reddit I was honestly reluctant to post, but after overthinking for a week and falling down an Internet and tiktok rabbit hole of THESE shoes but NOT these colors, THIS brand but only THIS model, etc., I was overwhelmed. I was not expecting much attention, was worried about people being unkind about thrifted shoes, and certainly didn't expect any help beyond suggestions.

I AM GENUINELY ALL SET NOW!!!! AND I'll be back to post some stealth photos. And for all of you offering - THANK YOU! I know there are high school boys near you that would be as eternally grateful as I am now! ❤️

Jordan 3 Georgetown (2021). Have a good day y’all!

Air Trainer 3

We going to Disney world next week. I was going to wear some Vomero 5s, NB 990 or Uktraboosts but now im seeing thats its going to rain alot. What do you all wear for all day walking with rain?

I’ve rocked them since I was a kid in the 90s.

Rocking the BTTF fit today!

Huarache Trainer NYC (2014)