Crocs Men's and Women's Specialist Clog | Work Shoes

This is my third pair of Crocs-style shoes. Before owning a pair, I saw numerous people walking around in them in stores and my thoughts were, "They must be comfortable" and "They look kinda sloppy" and "I can't imagine that I'd like them". Then, about 1-1/2 years ago I was given a pair of Crocs-like (but not Crocs) shoes. This first pair was a two-piece blue and gray design that looked kinda cool and they sure were comfortable! I wore them most of the time I was home until it became cold. In cold weather I usually wear boots to keep my feet warm, but when I get home I'm like to easily slip my wool-socked feet into something more comfortable. The ventilation of the shoes worked too well, so I bought a pair of conventional at-home-type slip on shoes which didn't allow so much airflow. But when the weather got warmer the soles on my first pair were getting worn so I looked for the cheapest Croc-style shoe I could find, and it was on Amazon for only $10. That second pair was comfortable, but only when I wore socks... otherwise I didn't like the way it felt when my bare toes touched the front of the shoe. I wore them all this summer and they wore out very fast because I wore them almost anywhere. Toward the end of the summer I wore them to a friend's house in the country and as we walked on a gravel road on his property I noticed that I could count the rocks under my feet. They were too thin and flimsy to venture far and the soles were becoming too thin.So I was learning about this style of shoe — it's extremely comfortable but can vary in performance. There are several designs but all that I've seen are meant to fit somewhat sloppy, not tightly formed to your feet as most shoes. The material is a tight closed foam made of EVA (Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate) co-polymer resin. But one EVA is not necessarily the same as another EVA because the characteristics vary according to the percentage of vinyl acetate content. Crocs are made of Croslite, which is a proprietary formulation of EVA. EVA is very tough and crack resistant. EVA foam is used as padding in sports equipment and is so non-toxic it is used for mouth guards and even some medical implants.I decided for my next (third) pair I would buy a pair of genuine Crocs so I could determine any differences. These were a little more expensive but are much thicker. With the thickness comes more comfort... it's much like walking on semi-firm sponges. These particular Crocs were designed for the services industries such as restaurants and medical fields which could have liquids on the floors and require shoes with closed uppers and heels. These also have thicker uppers to help protect from dropped items and thicker soles to make standing all day comfortable. These are named "Specialist Clog" and there is a similar version named "Bistro Clog" which is the same except it has a special non-slip sole glued on the bottom. I find the EVA sole to already be quite non-slip, but I guess the Bistro version is even more so.It's already getting cold now and so far these non-vented Crocs are keeping my feet warmer than the fully vented type. I also like that it has a taller heel which helps keep my feet dry in the rain and when washing the car. They are basically impervious to water and can easily be washed in a bucket of water then towel and air dried.These Crocs Specialist Clogs are comfortable for all the reasons they are designed for specialists — the thick soles provide very pleasant cushioning for walking and standing, the thicker uppers provide more protection and structural stability, the non-vented feature provides greater warmth (but would allow no ventilation in warm surroundings), and being non-vented with a higher heel helps keep your feet dry in wet situations. So they are exactly what I was looking for and I'm happy enough to add them as an ongoing item in my shoe closet.

Ordered wrong size 1st time. But my dad could wear them. Do I ordered my mom smaller size

SIZING - the unisex crocs don't have half sizes, and they run a little large. I normally wear an 11, and for these I have to use Champion extra thick socks PLUS an insole and there is still room in these shoes (Women's 13/Men's 11). By comparison the next size down was firmly tight with no sock on.SAFETY - inferior to non-slip leather shoes, inferior to non-slip hard sole clogs. Crocs have bands (not full length) of non-slip tread which suffer a triple flaw - 1) low profile, 2) soft outer sole + low profile means weight compresses nonslip tread making it less effective, 3) soft sole means quick wear. the nonslip tread was worn off within 6 months and even when walking carefully they slip with any liquid contactDURABILITY - The straps broke at 9 months. At 1 year, the lower and upper remain intact with no cracks or compromised integrity (yes I wore them well past their safety life cycle)COMFORT - the "molding" feature touted means the shoe is soft with no arch support. I use an insole to provide some support and with the aforementioned pair of extra thick socks they are comfortable. At 1 year of use my feet are starting to hurt mid-shift. These have no holes in the upper, which is a safety feature. After 1 year of use, my feet/socks have some odor after a 14 hours stint, but the shoes have no appreciable odorHEAT/COLD TOLERANCE - unlike a comparable hard sole clog of a different brand, 1 year of use in Arizona (temps 28 to 115 degrees) and hot garage storage resulted in NO shrinkage or expansion (except straps, see above)USE - average 60 hours per week, 85% indoorPRICE - name brand product competitively priced with generic knock-offs, and lower than other name brand nonslip shoes targeted at long shifts on one's feet in food/healthcare industryPURCHASE AGAIN? - Yes, just did

This is my first pair of crocs. I never really cared for their style and have been more than happy with slippers/flip flops so I didn't see a place for them in my life. However, people at work have been using them to walk around the office with more comfort and I decided to give them a try.I am a 10 1/2 for most shoes but I have heard mixed things about how to get the right size. I've read that you should go half a size down from what you wear but the people that I know that use them recommended getting a size up. I got the size 11 and find them to be just what I needed.My feet slip into them fairly easy and there is a good amount of space for my feet but they aren't too big for them. I think that if I went with a size 10 that I would have been a little too snug in the shoe.I have not used them for long yet but I find them to be comfortable and far more comfortable than wearing a work shoe or sneaker around the office. The black closed toe style doesn't quite look formal where you could wear them to a nice restaurant or court but they are nice enough to wear around the office without drawing too much attention to your feet.For the price, comfort, and style I am satisfied with my first pair of crocs and would recommend them to others.[update]My feet never sweat much at all that they ever feel damp. The crocs I ordered are closed toe and combined with the material they don't breathe well meaning for the first time ever, my foot was damp.This isn't a huge deal for me and I was wearing thicker socks but i think some people might be concerned about something like this so I updated my initial review. I won't remove a star because they are still comfortable and I like them.

These were awesome, just like any other pair of crocs. I bought them for my husband to keep his feet dry When working outside but unfortunately that also meant that his feet were always hot and sweaty. I still think this would be a good product for someone who is working in a cooler environment though.

Good quality product, fits properly.Very comfortable

The quality is good but there are few negative things it's not sutable for places where the climet is hot as shown the holes in the bottom of the foot ware come closed from the seller in that case the aire will not get in and you feel hot inside them

Product size is too large than usual.

I purchased this pair of Specialist Crocs after purchasing the Bistro Croc about a month earlier. The two shoes are identical with the exception of the sole.I am a systems integrator and wear Crocs as my 'Indoor Clean Shoes' when working on homes and job sites that are nearly completed. I'm constantly switching between indoor and outdoor shoes while working and need a shoe that is comfortable, provides some support and is easy to slip on and off.I love the Crocs. The clog style shoe is comfortable, roomy and easily slips on and off which makes changing shoes a breeze. I used to wear regular Crocs however there are a number of significant difference between regular Crocs and the Specialist Clog which makes the Specialist Clog much better for working environments.Heel Support: The first difference you'll notice between regular Crocs and the Specialist Clog is the raised heel. The standard Croc has a very low almost flat heal like a sandal while the Specialist Clog has a much higher heal which cups your ankle and provides much more support and protection. Due to the raised heal on the Specialist Clog I rarely need to use the heal strap.No Vent Holes: Most Standard Crocs has several open ventilation holes cut out in the front of the shoe. The Ventilation Holes are closed and sealed up on the Specialist Clog providing better protection for your feet and preventing dirt and debris from getting inside the shoe. The closed ventilation holes make this shoe more sanitary, more water resistant and potentially warmer than your standard Croc. While there are many benefits to having a closed toe shoe some Croc wears may find their feet sweat more in the Specialist Clog compared to the traditional clog due to the lack of ventilation.Firmer Footbed: The footbed and entire Specialist Clog is firmer and moderately stiffer than your standard Croc shoe. The Specialist Clog fits and feels more like a regular shoe than a sandal. For my job I'm often climbing up and down ladders and my feet don't get as tired wearing the Specialist Clog due to the firmer sole.Sanitary: Like all Crocs - Specialist Clogs are antibacterial and can be cleaned by washing them in the sink or dishwasher.Comfy: Somedays I'm on my feet for more than 10 hours and find these Crocs to be more comfortable even when wearing them for extended periods of time than standard Crocs.Affordable: I generally get about 2 years wear (sometimes more) out of a pair of Crocs making them a great value for the price.The Specialist Croc is also available with a Non Slip Grip - that design is known as the Crocs Bistro Clog  Crocs Unisex Bistro Clog, Black,8 US Men's/ 10 US Women's The Bistro Clog is primarily designed for the hospitality and healthcare industries and features the same footbed and design as the Specialist Clog however it has a Non Slip Grip glued onto the bottom of the sole to provide safety and grip in slippery environments. I own both pairs of Crocs, Specialist and Bistro, and prefer the sole on the Specialist Croc for my work environment. The Non Slip Grip sole on the Bistro Croc is nice but picks up debris easily while the sole on the Specialist Clog is ribbed and smooth and doesn't.If you're looking for a comfortable Croc Style shoe which will give you more support than a tradition Croc I highly recommend this shoe! Crocs Unisex Bistro Clog, Black,8 US Men's/ 10 US Women's

I bought these as part of a costume as the nurse joker,firstly I bought a size up as i think it recommended it. but on delivery they actually turned out to be quite large. Nicely with amazon prime I got them exchanged very quickly.Personally this is not something i would wear on a regular basis but they are super comfortable to wear. If i wasworking in hospital as a nurse or dental nurse then these would be very nice and comfortable to wear for long periods of time on your feet. They are made with very durable materials and your feet slip in easily. As i wore them with a costume i only had them on for an afternoon/ evening but i found them good for that time period. I had some black socks on as it followed the costume but i think some lighter socks would be more benifical to wear as they would wick away sweat and stop your feet getting sticky with the rubber/ plasticy material. Overall if you work in a healthcare setting then they would be good, but i wouldn't perosonally wear them out and about.