Trish Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I've got the silver ones and I love them. They did rub inbetween my toes a little to start with but I was gripping with my toes a lot at first, once I learned to walk with a moew relaxed foot they were fine. I love how soft the ground feels when I walk in them. I'd love a pair of the gladiatoe ones but can't really justify the cost of two pairs, especially not when I'm hankering after MBTs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubereglu Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Can I just ask what are MBT's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Masai (*sp) Barefoot Technology, Liz. They make you walk in the same sort of way as a Masai warrioir (but without the spear ) Supposed to be good for toning the bum,legs & tum,although I have never tried them as they frighten me a bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubereglu Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Oh, I've never heard of them before... I think you could make a pair of them from car tyres though, like that tribe who did the London Marathon this year-mind you I somehow don't think they'd do the same thing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 MBT's are quite peculiar to walk in as you have to remember to put your heel down first and then roll your foot forward - heel to toe. Hard to explain. They definitely make you concentrate when you first wear them. Perhaps in winter I'll get them out again. When I got them originally there wasn't a very good choice of colours and mine are a really, really bright blue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I have a pair of the black suede trainer type ones that I often wear to work and a pair of the sandals. I find the latter far more comfortable. I was given them by a friend who runs a fitness shop, years ago, when they first came to the UK, she needed someone to go with her to a trade show and demonstrate them on a treadmill. They formed part of my payment. MBTs give a brilliant workout, but you need to start with wearing them for just a small amount of time at first as you get tired quicker. So far, i love the FitFlops too. I have the plain black ones so can wear them everywhere. they aren't as tiring as the MBTs, so probably a milder workout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shirl Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Oh no it's happened again. I've just ordered a pair Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajm200 Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Everyone should have their credit-cards confiscated as standard before being allowed to enter the nesting box forum. It's amazing how much stuff this forum convinces you to buy that you wouldn't have considered otherwise. Don't worry, we've all been there (many times in some cases ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shirl Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Yes but I'm supposed to be good. We're trying to pay our mortgage off in less than 2 years and buying fit flops isn't helping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajm200 Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 They do last much longer than cheaper ones so it could be worse. I've had mine for a year, wear them whenever the weather permits and they are still like new. You might save money in the long run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shirl Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Well I don't think the OH will notice so I'll just have to convince myself they're good value really . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surferdog Posted June 10, 2008 Author Share Posted June 10, 2008 You might save money in the long run. I like your style! My excuse for buying anything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I'm going to try the old 'what these, I've had them for years' chestnut. Just hope he's not in when they come in the post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shirl Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Mine arrived today. I've worn them a little this evening and they seem comfortable and as I suspected the OH didn't even notice they weren't my crocs LOL. I widh I'd got them earlier because I must have walked miles today and my legs really need the extra help. At least I was wearing my crocs so my feet were still comfy. I'm glad I didn't get the MBTs now. I kept trying and they didn't have my size but these look much nicer and a fraction of the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Mine came this morning (different colour than the one I ordered but I'm not complaining). I've worn them all day and my legs feel tired but ok. I have got a couple of sore bits on my feet though but this is not unusual with me as I never have got new shoes and not got blisters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosey Lucy Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Oh my. I've just ordered a pair. I thought I was immune to the Omlet Effect! Good job OH works away from home a lot. By the time he notices what I've bought they'll look as though I've had them for ages. I hope they work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surferdog Posted June 12, 2008 Author Share Posted June 12, 2008 Mine are coming today! Have to watch out for postie as DD is planning to pinch them. Took me ages to decide which ones to have and then they were out of stock so it was back to drawing board! (Indecisive - me?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ange1 Posted June 12, 2008 Share Posted June 12, 2008 Dare I ask which website is everyone using to buy these? Certainly quick delivery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surferdog Posted June 12, 2008 Author Share Posted June 12, 2008 I used this one because it was free next day delivery http://rubbersole.co.uk/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surferdog Posted June 12, 2008 Author Share Posted June 12, 2008 Right wearing them now. First impressions - they smell really bad when you take them out of the packet - like one of those really cheap shoe shops, all plasticky. (Yes I know I have a thing about smells - my Dad used to say my nose was too near my bottom ) The soles are really comfortable but I can tell the toe posts are going to chafe although that's usual for me with new shoes. Oh and they come with a warning to build up wearing them gradually so you don't overwork your muscles. If it stops raining I'll wear them to walk the dog later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedusA Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 The Omlet Effect strikes again - I just ordered some! But then, I am a fan of MBTs already, so I wasn't really sucked in......was I? I ordered mine from rubbersole.co.uk too. It does seem the cheapest and has free next-day delivery. I ordered the plain black ones, in the hope that they will go with most things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I have those Medusa and they're acceptable for work, with trousers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosey Lucy Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Mine arrived a few minutes ago. They're a bit tight (I must have fat feet??) but seem ok so far. I'm really impressed with the speed of service, I also ordered mine from rubbersole. Now how long until I have a body like Elle McPherson rather than Mrs Large the Elephant? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted June 24, 2008 Share Posted June 24, 2008 I too am a victim of the Omlet effect. I just ordered a nice pill pot online from Victoria Heath & was JUST ABOUT to go to checkout when I saw they did Fit Flops I only meant to have a look out of idle curiosity,but I now have a rather snazzy pale silver pair on their way to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggy Posted June 24, 2008 Share Posted June 24, 2008 I can't walk in flip flops, cant stand the toe post, I'm thinking about MBTs, I dont go to the gym so the idea of working my wobbly bits whilst doing other things appeals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
