Customer Reviews Converse Chuck Taylor® All Star® '70 Hi

Very comfortable. I can wear these for a long period of time

I'm really impressed by the Chuck 70 and think they are worth the extra money. Quality feels significantly better in pretty much every way. Sizing on chucks is in general a bit tricky. My true measured shoe size is an 11.5, sometimes 12. I have normal feet and need a 10.5 in these (full size down). They fit long and narrow, so they may not work best for wide footers. With that being said, Zappos is amazing with returns/exchanges to help you find the right size. These things are a classic and look so good, with added comfort and really nice quality in the '70' version!

Compared to the non-70s style, these seem significantly more durable, feel about half a size too big, and the same width. Aesthetically, they’re similar to each other with some nuances as you can see in the pictures. The footbed is more padded than the “new” version so that’s good or bad depending on what you plan on doing in these shoes. For example, they have much better cushioning so they may not work as well for squats, but they work rather well for all around training with some leg routines. Definitely worth a try if you love the current ones but need a bit more cushioning/comfort.

Bought these for my 20 something son who is somewhat of a Converse connoisseur. He says the toe bumper and other rubber parts are firmer/less rubbery than usual and the canvas is slightly stiff. This is not a problem just a difference between these and the usual Chuck Taylor. He likes that the logo is black and white rather than blue and red. Like all Converse he's had over the years, these run about 1/2 a size large.

I read a lot of reviews before buying because I couldn’t figure out the sizing. Many reviewers said to size down, and the site says size down by half. A couple women with my size said they’re true to size. I went to the Converse website, which has a sizing chart based on actual measurements. According to that I was supposed to size up. It made no sense. I am usually 7 and sometimes 7.5, usually the larger size with sneaker brands. I went 7, or men’s 5. I just got a 7.5 in Vans and so thought maybe they might just be a half size smaller than that brand. In the early 90s I borrowed a friend’s all stars in a 5 and those fit perfectly. Just got these and they are enormous. At least a half size large if not a whole size. Can’t figure out why they wouldn’t just make shoes that are true to size and that are consistent with their own measurements - their own info had me buy the wrong size. Thankfully Zappos is great on returns and exchanges but it’s such a wasteful process (Converse not Zappos). These look great and I already like them. Something would have to be pretty bad with the exchanged pair for me to give a lower rating.

By far the best Chuck Taylors ever! Purchased these to wear while riding my Harley and they have certainly held up well. They are much more comfortable than regular Chucks and are more solid. The fit is as with all Chucks (IMO) one half size too large. The only reason for 4 stars is the heavy duty laces broke in my hand after a few months of light wear. Zappos went out of their way (as always) to make it right!

Compared to regular Chucks, the big differences are double thickness on the canvas (enough that the uppers easily stand up on their own when empty) and some additional reinforcing canvas patches on the inside. They do replicate a few features of the 1970s shoes like the style of the toe cap and foxing, but they also have some anachronistic details (like the stitching color and a modern heel patch) that make them a unique style rather than an actual replica. The thicker canvas does make these shoes more durable and increases the ankle support, unlike the virtually paper-thin modern shoes. The one downside that brings them down a star is the laces. The laces are a good 10 inches longer than what come with typical shoes, which makes tying them in a bow or wrapping them around your ankle mandatory to avoid extremely long loops or ends that are stepped on and dirtied. They're nice cotton instead of nylon, but still too long.

I purchased the item in April of 2016, in a cream color high top and a size 8 in womens. They were exactly true to size and I am very happy with them! Being a light color, I was worried that the shoes would get dirty quick, but with a little maintenance they still look new! The shoes are so cute and casual, and they look good with pretty much anything (even dresses!). They don't really have any arch support so I wouldn't recommend wearing them if you are doing a lot of walking. Overall, they are a classic shoe and I would definitely purchase them in more colors!

These run so small. But they also lasted me years. Thanks chuck

As advertised

Classic for a reason: Comfy, functional, warmer than a low-top shoe.

Great classic shoe , arrived on time and ready to wear.

Oh. My. Goddess. I wrote Chuck Taylors as a little girl, and they had zero support for my nearly flat feet. These??? These have so much cushion and they’re so so so comfortable. I LOVE these sneakers. I will from here on out, always have a pair of these. They go with all my pants. I can walk for hours and hours and I still feel cushioned and supported. I love these sneakers so much that I take such good care of them, they look brand new. I never wear them in rain or muck. I make sure I only wear them on pavement on sunny days, because I love them!!

If I hover between a 10.5-11, this sneaker is a 10.5 on me. But it's not wildly oversized or anything, the 10 would be too small. Great shoe, I swore I'd never buy another pair of standard Chucks because they're such a dumb shoe outside of the classic look. This isn't a major improvement, but definitely enough in the areas that matter where I look forward to wearing them.

I would have given the shoe a 5 in comfort but the insole felt as if it had some wafers in it. I'm a big guy and some might know right away. I do realize it is new, so I should give it some time.

I love my '70 HI's. A little more work could be done on the inner sole. It seems to be lumpy in spots. Over all they are very well made.

Very comfortable, good grip, would re-purchase this exact shoe again.

Buy a half size smaller as usual.

Everything about the Chuck 70 is good. Worn a lot of Chuck Taylor All Stars in the 60s and 70s and these just bring back good memories. Much better than the lower price All star. Highly recommend

Look great fit nice

Love them!!!! Thick…Stout…Great support…I can really feel the difference compared to the regular Chucks.

Loveeee these shoes. Converse does a run a size big so I got a M3/W5 and notmally wear a 6W. They fit perfectly!

Fit, style, and comfort are all fine. I've never liked brightly colored, high-tech running shoes; they look and feel like undignified marshmallows. I wore them when I was required to run or participate in some form of athletic activity, but I feel solid, at ease, and grounded in a brand-new pair of high-top black Chucks with black laces.

Just like the Ol’ days. Nice support & cushioning. Go with basic Chuck Taylor’s for gym training. “‘70’s” for basketball and casual wear. Order a 1/2 size down for either.