If you’re like me, you’ve always got to have a pair of sorta-dressy shoes in your closet that take things a step above the typical running shoe (my preferred shoe of choice). For me, it’s typically been an outdoorsy brown leather shoe that goes well with jeans and the occasional khakis. Most recently, I’ve been enjoying the Merrell Sojourn shoes.
The Merrell Sojourn oxfords are fairly simple and straightforward casual shoes with an outdoorsy flare. I just can’t swallow wearing a pair of designer shoes, so Merrell fits my style while still sporting solid looks.
The fit is true to size (I’m a size 10) and I’ve been able to wear these shoes with the standard Ortholite liners, arch supports and with Superfeet footbeds with great success. Of all the footbed options, the Superfeet Green insoles have offered the best compatibility and fit with the Sojourns.
My feet have been kept dry and comfortable in a variety of weather, but I must warn you… the rounded tread pattern is awful in the snow. Dry weather traction is superb, but in the snow, WATCH OUT!
The natural look of the brown color and the waxed leather rand resists scuffs very well. It always surprises me when I kick a step and look down to find no apparent scuffs. The “self healing” oiled leather seems to absorb small scuffs well.
The Good
- Versatile looks for jeans or khakis
- Very comfortable shoes for around town
- Easy on/off due to pigskin lining
- Authentic outdoorsy feel
The Bad
- Snow traction is iffy
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