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Kayland Arya Low eVENT®

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 7
  • Total Losses: 7
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #30000
  • A mid-cut shoe that's ideal for mountain walks and other general outdoor activities.
  • Soft 1.4-1.6mm suede leather upper with breathable textile underlays.
  • EVA midsole with a stabilizer to keep your ankle secure.
  • Waterproof eVENT® membrane keeps water out yet still allows your feet to breathe comfortably.
  • Vibram® Mars outsole provides excellent stability and shock-absorption for the foot.
  • Weight: 350 g.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 2 reviews)

Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)

Posted: 2009-02-26 18:50:17
Reviewer: Elizabeth from Lafayette IN
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
A solid shoe with a good design - Well, I wish they had my size because this is a really well made and well thought out light hiking shoe. Lots of stability around the heel and a sole that is slightly on the stiff side (which is good). I wish this came in a 10.5 (hint hint Kayland).
Posted: 2009-07-21 17:44:59
Reviewer: Julie P from Montclair, NJ
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I use the Kayland Vertigo Light for the vast majority of my hiking. I wanted a low hiking shoe for days when the terrain wasn\'t quite as intense. Unfortunately, my narrow foot isn\'t a good fit for the Kayland Arya. My heel slips in the back due to its larger heel cup and, as a result, I returned the shoe. I was surprised by the poor fit considering that the Kayland Vertigo Light fits my narrow foot perfectly. For a normal width foot, the Kayland Arya certainly seems like a great option. It has the same excellent construction that I found in the Vertigo Light.

Allen-Edmonds Grayson

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 26
  • Total Losses: 18
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #56234
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  • Dress moccasin is handsomely styled with side lacing and tassels.
  • Full leather linings wick away moisture to keep your feet cool and dry.
  • Lightly padded footbed offers support for added comfort.
  • Single oak leather sole and custom heel for a quality finish.
  • Use Allen-Edmonds Conditioner/Cleaner to remove surface residue and to keep leather soft and pliable.
  • To achieve a fine luster, wipe shoes with a damp cloth and allow them to dry at room temperature. Then, apply a coat of Allen-Edmonds Shoe Cream or Polish with a cloth or horsehair dauber and allow to air dry.
  • Remove excess polish by brushing with a horsehair shine brush and buff to a desired shine.
  • Suggested Matching Belt (not included): Basic Dress

Average Customer Ratings (based on 29 reviews)

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

Posted: 2004-02-09 19:52:28
Reviewer: Happy W from New York City
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Wears like iron - If you are hard on shoes like me (live in NYC) this is the shoe for you.
Posted: 2004-02-10 14:39:18
Reviewer: Anonymous from Mechanicsburg, PA.
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Most Allan Edmond's have been comfortable from the first wear. These are not; they're too tight.
Posted: 2004-04-08 11:32:33
Reviewer: Ken L from Atlanta, GA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
The Grayson is the shoe for me! I have been wearing the Grayson for almost ten years. I have just purchased my fourth pair. This is the most comfortable shoe that I have ever owned and that is why I wear the shoe to work every day. Also, the shoe lasts forever and continues to look good. I have had the shoes re-manufactured twice and they come back looking almost brand new. Despite the high retail cost, it is a great investment - both financially and for the health of my feet. I also am convinced that these shoes increase my overall well-being. I am proud to wear such a stylish shoe and I rarely tire when on my feet for extended periods. Thank you for manufacturing such a great product!
Posted: 2004-05-25 08:53:55
Reviewer: Pj D from Virginia, on assignment in Baghdad, Iraq
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Best all around shoes I ever had - Best buy, best look, best fit and wears very well over time. I'm currently wearing my original pair, which have seen the cobbler more than I can remember, while on assignment in Baghdad, Iraq! I just received my second pair and will be wearing them on my way back to The States. I expect to be loyal to this brand for many years. Thanks to Zappos for the prompt and courteous service.
Posted: 2004-09-08 06:48:46
Reviewer: R C from alabama
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Best looking shoe on the market and can be worn casual or with a tux...well built and holds a shine over the years...I usually get 7 years out of a pair...I am an owner of 3 pair and still wear them all.
Posted: 2004-12-02 15:10:51
Reviewer: Anonymous from Poughkeepsie, NY
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoes! Very satisfied; This is my second pair! (Very fast shipping also).
Posted: 2004-12-20 02:58:04
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Allen-Edmond's Grayson - I bought these shoes for my husband for Christmas. He has been wearing Allen-Edmonds for the last 15 years. It is a high-end men's shoe company, but my husband wears these every day to work, and they are durable and last for years. They are soft, and comfortable, and a sharp looking men's shoe. The shoes are worth the extra price.
Posted: 2005-03-03 18:48:06
Reviewer: Dennis from Spring Lake, MI
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Allen Edmond Shoes - I needed some shoes for a trip because my last pair got soaked in the snow on the way home. I only had a couple of days and I only get this specific shoe. They had it in stock when Allen Edmonds did not. Thanks for the quick turnaround. This was my first purchase but will not be my last.
Posted: 2005-04-28 09:21:00
Reviewer: Captaincavu from New York
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
great shoe - Love the look, fit and quality of this shoe. I am on my third pair. No metal in them, so they go through airport security. Also, can send them back to the factory to be remanufactured when they get ratty.
Posted: 2005-08-10 12:08:13
Reviewer: Ray V from Chicago
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Feel Great-Wear Like Iron - I don't know if there is a better value in a high-end men's dress shoe. I have 3 pairs that I have been wearing for 15 years and they all still feel and look great. They fell like "old friends" because they treat me right.

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