Green Toes
Monday, January 14th, 2008While I was on break I acquired a pair of shoes that I think fit pretty well with the goal of this site. Traditionally I have been partial to Adidas’ Rod Laver kicks, but they don’t exactly scream “environmentally friendly hippie” like I’d like. Enter Toemorrow! A member of Simple Shoes’ Green Toe line, the Toemorrow is made from materials such as bamboo, organic cotton and jute, among other environmentally friendly components. I’ve heard rumors that the Green Toe is completely biodegradable, though I imagine the brass lace holes would persist in the wild indefinitely.
I’ve been fairly pleased with the comfort and fit of the Toemorrow so far. I’ve felt some unpleasant friction on my right heel and ankle on longer walks, but nothing too drastic. Compared to the Lavers the sole of the Toemorrow is much thinner, giving me the impression that I can feel the texture of the surface that I’m walking upon. They were also a little slippery out of the box, but lately I’ve been feeling more sure-footed, perhaps because the sole has worn in a bit. If you can’t afford a Prius and want to project your green cred, these shoes are for you!
