Merrell Loess SKU: #7813330

Anonymous

Nice shoes, but run really big. I take a 7.5 in most brands, 8 in New Balance and some others. But these shoes in size 7 were still too big - significantly bigger than my NB size 8s. Also, lack of tongue-centering loop is a problem for people like me whose feet tend to send the tongue way over to the side where it's useless.

Anonymous

My boyfriend had been keeping an eye on these for weeks, and I finally ordered them for him. So far so good. He is happy to have them for hiking, but is glad they will go with his everyday clothes as well. He says they are comfortable as can be, and they have great traction as well.

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Bob P

from Los Alamos, NM

These shoes are great. Perhaps because I'm in socks or Five Fingers most of the time I found that the molded insoles that came with the shoes had excessive arch support, so I replaced them with flat Spenco cushioned insoles that I trimmed around the built-in arch. It was an easy fix and I really like these shoes.

Anonymous

from CT

Unfortunately, Merrell seems to have a quality problem with their shoes. This is the third pair of defective Merrell Loess shoes I've had to return, which is too bad because I really like the shoes. The stitching began to fall apart on the first two pairs in less than a week, and now I've owned this pair for less than a week, and the left shoe has developed a loud squeaking noise. The noise has gotten progressively worse, and yesterday my wife and I are walking the dogs in town, and she turns to tell me that I sound like the tin-man walking: very annoying. When a pair of shoes cost this much they should not squeak with every step.

Anonymous

from Denver, CO

Got these for my husband -- he wanted to "upgrade" from his Merrell day hikers for everyday shoes to wear to the office, as well as daily dog-walking, etc. He loves them so far. They're a good cross between comfortable walking shoes and shoes to wear with jeans or khakis. As always, Merrell is comfortable with good arch support. The olive color is a nice hybrid that can be worn with khaki, grey, black, and denim.

Taryn K

from Chicago

These are great. Casual, comfortable and simple. Can be worn with Khakis or jeans.

Anonymous

from West Virginia

Comfortable shoe with good wet weather sole. Works good as casual or business casual. I liked them enough that I bought second pair.

Mike c

from buffalo ny

I wanted a pair of shoes comfortable as a sneaker; black; water protected on the bottom and sides; and comfortable for walking around Europe to 2 weeks next spring. I ordered 8 different pairs from Zappos & tried them all on. Hands down these were the winner. I've worn them for the last 3 weeks and the comfort is perfect. Also the curved design tends to keep you moving - your foot sort of rolls forward with your forward movement.

DM G

from Manchester, WA

These are the best casual shoes I've ever owned. Bot them for a month long trip to Europe and 100% satisfied.

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Rick

from Atlanta, GA

At the time of this review, I've owned the Merrell Loess about 4 weeks. Very comfortable shoe right out of the box. Seems true to size with a little extra room in the toe box, supportive arch but not extreme. Like the style and have received several compliments. I was skeptical at first because there does not seem to be much construction to the sole/footbed, but they are light and comfy and my feet do not feel tired after wearing them all day - like most of my everyday shoes do. I have worn them to work and done some light hiking - no complaints on fit or function. Small downside that I was not expecting is the very leathery smell of this shoe. It looks like the leather is that oiled type that you might see on hats worn by Crocodile Dundee. Not a big deal but I have never owned a pair of shoes made from this type leather. It appears to hold up well to weather and doesn't hold dirt or dust. Another small issue is the very edge of rubber rand is separating from the leather uppers between the toe box and the arch - where the shoe flexes most. If it separates significantly more, then I will call Merrell or Zappos.

Robert B

from Minneapolis, Minnesota

Quite comfortable, though I'm disappointed that Merrell used orange leather inside the shoe at the heel as it stains my socks orange every time I wear them.

Anonymous

from New York

One of the most comfortable shoes out there, but have an issue with a separation problem. As noted in other reviews, the side of the shoe is separating from the leather and the upper part of the sole. A replaced pair fared no better as it also separated on the first few steps. Really like the style and comfort, but the issue with quality control is dismaying.

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Anonymous

from Jersey

I've become very disappointed with the quality of Merrell products. These are the third pair of shoes that I've had problems with.

Anonymous

from Moscow ID

Comfortable fit and good casual look right out of the box. As always, super service from Zappos!

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Chris G

from Geneva, Illinois

This is a comfortable shoe for casual office dress and walking a short distance to work.

Anonymous

Leather upper and rubber separated at the "crease point" on two pairs of these that I tried. Shoes were very comfortable and I love the style and color (dusty olive), but I was not satisfied with the quality.

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Eric D

I loved the style and feel of these shoes, but the laces are totally worthless. Within two months of buying them the laces tore and they are an odd color/texture combination that makes it impossible to find replacements. I even contacted Merrell directly and they were not able to help out. I have owned a lot of Merrell shoes and the shoes always outlast the laces but this is first time I have ever had them break so quickly and impossible to replace. Save yourself the headache, get a different brand.

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Anonymous

Merrell is one of my favorite types of shoes. They always fit great and last a long time. After less then a month of wearing these shoes the rubber edging came away from leather. Very disappointed.

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