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aka Shoe-Jitsu, Shoe-mo Wrestling, Shoe Duel, and a number of other witty names we couldn't decide on.

Oakley Rip Cord

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 9
  • Total Losses: 8
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #20086
  • Supple top-grain leather s and suedes for breathable comfort and support.
  • Streamlined, lightweight NBS rubber outsole for traction and durability.
  • Internal EVA midsole for responsive shock attenuation and comfort.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 1 reviews)

Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (2 Stars)

Posted: 2006-05-21 18:44:33
Reviewer: Daniel from Michigan
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (2 Stars)
Great and comfortable shoe but... This shoe is stylish and very comfortable. The only problem is after a few times of wearing this shoe, white streaks and marks on the leather begin to appear which can make this shoe look very bad. I personally don’t mind, but some of you might. I would definitely buy this shoe for comfort and stylish looks. Also this shoo is much darker than it appears in the picture.

Born Audie

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 30
  • Total Losses: 26
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #20037
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • Add some riding-inspired flair to your wardrobe with the Born® Audie slip-on boot.
  • Velvety suede upper with tonal overlays and cap toe creates an equestrian look.
  • Slip-on design with pull tab for easy on/off without sacrificing security.
  • DRYZ® moisture-managing footbed creates a cool, dry inner environment preventing the build-up of odor-causing bacteria.
  • Steel shank provides increased midfoot support and lateral stability.
  • Lightweight rubber outsole ensures lasting durability and traction.
  • Opanka hand-sewn construction provides flexibility and long-term wear.
  • Heel Height: 1 in
  • Shaft: 8 12 in
  • Circumference: 14 in
  • Weight: 1 lb 3 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 6.5. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 18 reviews)

Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)

Posted: 2010-05-26 13:47:56
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Fantastic boots, gorgeous, comfortable, no break in, I have one other pair of Born boots and they are like slippers so I had high hopes for these and they do not disappoint. I put them on right away and did not want to take them off when it was time for bed. They are beautiful, sexy, stylish, elegant, solid and totally comfortable. They will be my go to boots and will have them for decades I'm sure.
Posted: 2010-05-26 06:03:28
Reviewer: Heidi L from Bethlehem,PA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I had no idea that boots could be so comfortable. I ordered a 6.5 and they fit perfect. These have become my favorite footwear.
Posted: 2010-05-04 00:42:44
Reviewer: Boodiggly
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Born is my favorite brand for boots. You barely have to wear them in! It's not as wonderful of quality as Born boots 5 years ago, but still pretty good! It's super comfortable! Almost the perfect boot, wouldn't mind if they had some sort of buckle! I purchased black, it was hard to decide on a color, all of them are so appealing! I'm glad and thankful to have a new pair of simple black boots.
Posted: 2010-02-13 10:01:46
Reviewer: Alison e from colordao
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I am almost always on the lookout for the perfect boot; one that has a good, grippy sole, comfortable, and of course cute! I love this boot! The color is great, almost exactly denim color. The toe cap detail is cute, and the sole has traction without being stiff. My only gripe is that the pull loop at the top broke the second time I used it, and the foot takes a number of wearings to look like the actual shape of a human, and not flat. I could have gone a half size down, but then it would not have fit the width of my foot. If your foot is wide, order your regular size. If your foot is narrow, you may want to consider going down a half size.
Posted: 2010-02-09 04:10:40
Reviewer: Anonymous from Bryn Mawr, PA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I am between an 8.5 and a 9 and these are slightly big, but have room for thick socks. They are very comfortable and very cool looking. Fit well with jeans. They are a little wide up top, but I don’t have any trouble getting regular fit jeans over the top. No trouble getting them on and off.
Posted: 2009-12-29 08:35:39
Reviewer: Carolyn from Connecticut
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I purchased these at the beginning of December and I don\'t think I have had them off since their arrival. I love them. Comfort and function all in one. Born does it again!
Posted: 2009-11-23 09:46:06
Reviewer: Patti H from West Virginia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great Boots! Size is true...I wear 8 1/2 W & these fit fine from the beginning...Great color. Soft, but sturdy...I\'ll be wearing these a lot!
Posted: 2009-11-11 12:37:56
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These boots fit me perfectly and are very comfy. They are true to size and easy to get on and off.
Posted: 2009-10-07 14:33:37
Reviewer: Jean H from Missouri
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I ordered the Born boots, received the first pair, regretted my color choice and asked to change. Was lucky enough to get Aimee as a customer service rep and was I lucky! She is the greatest! I love the boots. Haven't given them a real try yet, but they look great, feel good, went on smoothly. What more can one ask for? Seem to be made well and are up to Born standards which are high. I can't say enough about how gracious Aimee (sorry, don't think I'm spelling her name correctly) and the rest of the customer service people are! Zappos would not meet department store prices, but their service makes up for the cost difference! It's not my first time with Zappos and it won't be my last.
Posted: 2009-09-11 15:17:57
Reviewer: Anonymous from chicago
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Excellent boots! I got these in the Kite Blue: a nice, dark, "distressed" navy which looks great with jeans. They run true to size and are very comfortable: nice thin, soft insulation as well as a heavenly padded footbed and flexible sole. They are like a more refined engineer boot. They pulled on with a tug at the tab in back and, although there is a bit of heel slippage when I walk, with a pull on/nonzip boot this is to be expected. Unlike a previous reviewer, I tried them on with a pair of seven for all mankind bootcut jeans, so not a big flare just a regular bootcut, and they slipped over the boots just fine. You'd have to tuck skinny jeans in, but isn't that what you do with skinny jeans anyway? Regular jeans/pants are no problem. Highly recommend these.

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