Paraboot Michael: the ugly shoe I can't stop wearing

These are great all-rounders (except for athletic use, of course).

I've worn these shoes for the last 5 years and I think I'll continue wearing them for a lifetime. When I first got them, reviews of them were difficult to come by. I hope this video helps in your decision making!

For those interested in the Michaels:
Sizing: wear your true size or go half a size down. These shoes run large; my feet are 27cm and relatively wide. I can wear both EU 42 (sockless or with dress socks) or 42.5 (dress socks or thicker socks) comfortably. They can be tight at the toe box at first. I wear Birkenstocks in 42, Nike/NBs in US 10.

Breaking them in: Expect a week of pain. They're really stiff when you begin wearing them; I washed mine with saddle soap and applied wax to soften them before committing to wear them. The heel pad tip works wonders... it elevates your foot so that it has less room to rub against your ankles.

Maintenance: A quick brush, some turpentine oil and a re-waxing does the job. I do this once every 2-3 months.

Note: if you own Paraboot Coraux, go half a size down.

If you have any questions, leave them in the comments!

Amazon links: https://amzn.to/3WDIjKK

Music: Epidemic Sound