Customer Reviews

MBT Men's Tariki Lace Up,Walnut,43 2/3 EU (US Men's 10 M)

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I've worn MBTs now for over a year. I walk a mile and half each way to work, and started to get soreness in my knee. I checked out the MBTs, and decided to give it a shot. After the first week of muscle fatigue, I felt the difference. I've been hooked ever sense. I find that my walking and standing stamina is much higher than before.

This particular model is my 2nd pair, and I like it more than my first. My main issue with many of the MBT models is that they are not very attractive. This one though has gotten compliments from an assorted set of folks, and looks good enough that it can go with a business casual look. It also seems to be better at handling rain than my previous pair, which was a micro-suede. That one became discolored after a while and was strictly a casual shoe after a short while.

This model has been great, and my wife also bought a pair now has joined the MBT world.

If you are suffering from knee pains, or want to get a little help with posture, these shoes could be an easy way to help.

These shoes are working out great. It took perhaps two weeks to get used to the shoe but now 4 weeks later I choose not to wear any of my other shoes. I bought these to wear at work, I am on my feet all day on a tile surface and the difference these shoes have made is amazing. I no longer have back aches at the end of the day and I honestly feel that my body is firming up. I absolutely recommend these shoes to anyone.

Purchased for my husband for Christmas. They are a very well made shoe.
Takes a little time to get used to wearing, but he loves them.
Amazon makes ordering simple and I've never had a problem with this company, ever!

After a year of excruciating heel pain + surgery considerations, I wandered onto several plantar fascitis message boards seeking any/every source of relief. I tried custom orthotics, rolling over a frozen water bottle, arthritis gels, foot soaks, stretches, changed posture, etc. Nope, nada, zilch. At most, an hour or two of relief...then back to excruciatingly normal. Even my beloved orthotics Crocs ceased to be wearable. :(

During a session and in response to my heel pain, a remedial massage therapist strongly recommended a pair of incline shoes, in specific the Dr. Scholl's or MBT's (she was adamantly against the Skechers). I opted for the latter, higher quality option: 'if you're going to this, do this RIGHT,' I deduced. Combined with the custom orthotics implants, she was convinced the combo would work. I, however, was skeptical plus now out of a lot of money on these seemingly gimmick shoes.

First impressions were a tad mixed. Walking was awkward the first week, ditto the need to semi-regularly shift weight for balance. For those who do a lot of stationary standing, you've been warned. Also - and at a risk of stating the obvious: DO NOT RUN IN THESE. Fitness benefits? I'm already in fairly decent shape, thus they appeared minimal (limited to some upper leg fatigue/burn).

On a superficial, level, I was simultaneously worried about the enormous heel looking ridiculous...even more so with my working in a very staunch employment environment. Yes, I got a comment here and there, but followed by admissions he/she likewise owned a pair up incline, fitness shoes. (So much for stereotypes, I gather.) Related and thankfully, the walnut versions are fairly attractive, apt to receive equal compliments as finger points.

Several weeks in, however, and walking became natural. The Tariki became my primary pair of shoes simply because they were so ridiculously comfortable, practical. Most importantly - and in an 'aha!' moment about 1.5 month in - I realized the heel pain was gone for weeks now. Combined with a glass of tonic water at bed (an old school remedy for cramping), the dogs fail to bark.

The social scientist in me experimented with short stints in other shoes. Athletic shoes, standard dress...and foot/heel began to once more lurk. These Tarikis were clearly doing their thing. A constant reminder was the enormous amount of pressure the wedge was taking off the heel. You can feel the thing absorbing the weight of the world, even when seated. Which - by the way - you should do with feet firmly on the floor. Do not sit cross-legged in these.

Rarely do I give a seeming gimmick such a strong endorsement. These shoes, however, are fantstic.

I bought my first pair - this pair in walnut, in fact - in Las Vegas in January 2008 on a business trip. My wife flew out at the end of the convention for some time together without the kids. I realized quickly into the first day that my feet would not last walking around the streets of LV is the dress shoes I had. And I had to tennis shoes. So after wandering into a specialty shoe store I was introduced to MBTs. A doctor (surgeon) was in the store and recommended them to me as did the salesperson. I wore them out of the store! They saved my trip and all the walking my wife and I did the next couple of days. MBTs are well worth the investment in your feet! I now have four pair and my wife has two pair. I'll never own another pair (brand) of shoes.

I bought my first pair at Foot Solutions, which is a local store that helps people withfoot issues. Besides weak arches, I have a bad knee that is is a candidate for knee replacement surgery. My wife & I had planned a trip to Scotland & Ireland so I needed a shoe for considerable walking. After trying several shoes, the MBT's gave me the best knee comfort. In addition to a very satisfying trip, I use these shoes for walking 2-3 miles daily. After 1.5 years of daily use, the soles were worn beyond repair so I looked for another pair. I found replacements on Amazon for the best price. My order was delivered quickly. I am now enjoying my daily walking in my new MBT's.

These work great for me having torn both achilles tendons. I have lost articulation ability
in pushing off with my ankles. They help we walk more naturally. I need a wider width and
dislike that you do not make wide widths. I have to buy a hole size longer to work with my problem.

Mike Tilley

WOW! What comfort! Great styling and after getting used to wearing these, "normal" shoes no longer feel normal at all!! I have two pairs of MBT's now and these will be my primary choice for shoes in the future for all different kinds of occasions.

I've had the MBT shoes for several weeks. I was interested in something that would reduce my tendency for plantar faciitis and reduce fatigue at the office. So far I'm pleased with the shoes. They are easy to slip into and comfortable to wear. They definitely take some getting used to. They tend to propel me forward and change my gait. I like to run and these are definitely not running shoes. I think my feet are less tired by the end of the day. Another side effect is that they are a conversation piece. I've had a number of patients and friends ask about them. I like to try things that are different and these qualify. It's too soon to say if this is going to be my long term primary shoe type but so far I've been happy with them.

Great quality shoe. I wear this shoe to work everyday and would buy the top part of this shoe for its looks and quality leather alone. The function part of the shoe will not win any looks awards, but its comfort and spring like function make me want to walk. The price I paid through Amazon was $136, which is in keeping with what I am willing to pay for this quality shoe.