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The North Face Mountain Sneaker - Men's - 2008 BCS

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Mountain Sneaker - Men's
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Hippies, beware—you're about to fall in love with the recycled- and renewable-material The North Face Men's Mountain Sneaker. This low-top trainer features 100% eco-aware materials, from the viscose from bamboo tweed and metal-free suede upper, to the cork midsole and post-consumer recycled rubber outsole. If you doubt that these natural materials are up to the challenge of heavy use, think again. The Mountain Sneaker is built to The North Face standards, with an aggressive multi-purpose tread, crepe-rubber toe and heel rands, and sturdy double stitching throughout. A Tibetan prayer-flag tag accent (made from recycled soda bottles) calls out the Mountain Sneaker's planet-friendly mission.

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Rating for this product: 4

He's not heavy, he's my brother

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March 27, 2011

I thoroughly enjoy these shoes for most casual walking. I wouldn't take them out on a trail unless necessary. Fairly comfortable and seem to be holding up for the past few months in the snow, mud, wet conditions we have been having. Good grip in slick conditions and I even get a compliment about them here and there,

The one gripe is that they are pretty heavy, but I guess I can just say that they are good training for lighter shoes.

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Rating for this product: 5

u wont b sorry wth these

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January 16, 2010

a must have very compy and look great.have had mine now 4 over a year and they still look new.

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how many inches does the heel give you? Do you have one in Black,

how many inches does the heel give you? Do you have one in Black, not Black/foil gray? Thanks!

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February 15, 2011

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the heel gives you maybe an inch or so. not really that noticeable though

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March 27, 2011

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Rating for this product: 5

Very nice

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March 20, 2011

Great shoes! Comfortable wether you go hiking, ride a bike or just chillin! I highly recommend them for anyone.

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Rating for this product: 1

Poor quality

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March 20, 2009

I loved this shoe for the first 2 months when I noticed the glue on the toe started to disintegrate. After wearing them for a good 4 months the whole shoe was coming apart. NF has gone down hill in my opinion!!??!! I plan on sending them back today.

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Where are these made, and under what sort of working conditions?

Where are these made, and under what sort of working conditions? If you're truly trying to present a responsible shoe, this should have been factored in...

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September 12, 2008

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Country of Origin: Anguilla Islands

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February 25, 2010

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Rating for this product: 2

I don't usually share negatives...

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February 25, 2010

I think they look great however I in no way would say these are comfortable. I replaced the insole to try and improve that but i just find these shoes hard. Compared to my other NF shoes these just don't feel like the same brand at all. Like others said these are heavy so they are not trail shoes more of a casual shoe which is why i purchased them. My least favorite part about the shoe is the heal. I'm lazy and like to slide my foot in each time. 90% of the shoes i've ever owned have no issues but these the padding crams down and you walk around waiting for it to move back up. This is somewhat my own fault i guess

Sum it up:
Great looking casual shoe
Heavy, not soft shoe
Flimsy weak heal

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Rating for this product: 5

owned 3 pair, just ordered another

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November 23, 2009

This is the perfect sneaker for me... and they look great too. My house borders the Appalachian trail in NY State and I have tortured these shoes every way imaginable... They have been soaked and have dried and come back perfectly.. Dirt and mud doesnt seem to bother them. They are virtually indestructible. They are heavy enough, but not too heavy. I was originally intrigued by all the natural and recycled materials... Every little bit helps..

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Rating for this product: 3

Pros and cons

By: Backcountry.com Employee
February 15, 2010

Pros:
Comfortable
Stylish
Standard fit

Cons:
Toe rubber started pulling away after 3 weeks. (My buddy bought these shoes as well and his are doing the same thing)

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Rating for this product: 4

Comfy

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April 24, 2008

Very comfy shoes. Nice blue suede. A little heavier than I thought they'd be but doesn't make much of a difference.

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Rating for this product: 2

Like the shoe, hate the durability

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June 14, 2010

I am on my second pair and I will be returning them again.

I love the way they fit and how they look, but the durability is a real issue. The first pair I got the gum rubber rand de-laminated on me after just a week just like it did for Rob Plowgian. The second pair I have had for a little over 2 months and the shoe laces are fraying, the liner in the heel cup has holes, the gum rubber rand is de-laminating again, and there is a hole on the outside of the heel.

Unless TNF has improved their quality on these shoes I would say stay away from them.

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Rating for this product: 4

Like a glove

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March 9, 2010

Great fitting shoe right out of the box, I can tell with some work-in time, they will feel even better. Very true to size, and a very cool look that I would most aptly describe as a "trail walking skate shoe." I have a fairly normal size foot, width and height wise, with a medium arch.

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Rating for this product: 3

On Pair #2

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February 19, 2010

Fit well and liked the style. I had the toe peel a bit, but I used superglue and fixed it pretty easily. I bought the black & grey originally, now I bought the black pair and they haven't had the peeling issue after a month, so I'm pretty happy.

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Rating for this product: 2

These are North Face?

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January 26, 2010

I'm sorry to be sarcastic here, but are these really North Face shoes? I have owned lots of North Face gear for many years and these shoes will be lucky to see one year. I've had them for a month and the toe rubber is already separating from the shoe. Not just in one spot or because of a stubbed toe. The rubber around the whole shoe needs re-glued. I guess they invented shoe goo for a reason. If I didn't pay $80.00 for them, I wouldn't expect them to hold up, but come on! North Face?

They are pretty stylin' though. They are comfy. And they are going to be repaired. BOO!

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Rating for this product: 4

have treated me well for 1.5 years

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August 22, 2009

I have worn these shoes for probably more than half of all days over the last 1.5 years often in challenging terrains and they have remained comfortable, helped me maneuver safely, and have slowly started to break down, but not at a rate I would call abnormally fast for the amount of use.

They've been to South America and East Africa with me, rain, shine, mud, snow. I would highlight comfort and versatility as big pluses of these shoes and personally I think the style and design is excellent.

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Rating for this product: 4

These are facts.

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March 2, 2009

These shoes are a bit on the heavy side. However, they seem to be extremely durable and they look good. I had a sizing issue and had to send them back for a half size larger. Overall I would say they are worth purchasing.

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Rating for this product: 2

Odd sizing.

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February 10, 2009

I had a sizing issue with these shoes. I bought 2 pair, one 11.5 and one 12. 11.5 was way too small and the 12 was half size too big. One of them might have been a factory defect, not sure. Too bad, I liked the look of the shoes, they just dont fit right.

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Rating for this product: 2

Not very durable

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December 9, 2008

I loved these shoes; however, they are not very durable. One of them did not even last one year.

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Rating for this product: 5

north face shoe

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October 10, 2008

order a 1/2 size bigger. i usually wear an 11 but they were to tight to put on. they looked really nice though!

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Rating for this product: 5

great shoe

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October 6, 2008

i am really pleased with this shoe and find it to be really comfortable.

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Rating for this product: 5

Love 'em

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July 17, 2008

I bought these for my boyfriend, and he loves 'em. The fit is true to size, they are almost as comfortable as skate shoes, and I think they look good too.

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Rating for this product: 2

i loved these... loved

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May 16, 2008

I heard great things about these shoes- and loved them. sure, a little heavier than I thought as well but really, really comfy. But I had them for two months, and didn't even wear them everyday (can't to work) and they were falling apart- the toe glue was coming off, the inside of the shoe near the hell was shredded, i mean shredded. I sent them back to TNF...on my dime of course, and have to wait 8 weeks to find out if I get a new pair or not... wonder why I no longer buy any The North Face gear...hmmmm

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Rating for this product: 2

All Show No Go

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December 3, 2009

The shoe looks great and is comfortable. However, after about 50 wears, the fabric lining the heal wore out and the top lace holes tore. Build quality is very poor for any price, let alone $90. Would not recommend.

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Rating for this product: 5

stylish,comfy,tough

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May 23, 2008

I'm on my feet all day at work, these shoes are super comfortable. They are really stylish and rugged,plus they are eco-friendly!I love these shoes

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Rating for this product: 5

Worth every cent!

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May 28, 2008

Excellent fit, sharp looking, very comfortable. Was hesitant about buying a pair, but after wearing them now, I'll always own a pair. Awesome shoes!

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Rating for this product: 5

super style

By: Backcountry.com Employee
June 10, 2008

Mountain style with class. You can't ask more than that. Oh yeah, you can- comfort, which they also have. Great shoe.

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Rating for this product: 5

casual awesomeness

By: Backcountry.com Employee
June 30, 2008

this shoe is comfortable, stable in rocky terrain, and looks sweet. great shoe. the fit is a big large...i wear a 13 regularly, and this shoe is a bit loose. maybe that was the intended idea to make it more comfortable...

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Rating for this product: 4

Comfy & Tough

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May 19, 2008

Very comfy, and they feel very solidly built. Took them on a rough hike through the Samaria Gorge in Crete and they stayed comfy all day, and didn't get chewed up by the rocks. Highly recommended!

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Out of Stock

Item: TNF2893

2008 Model No Longer Available

We have a lot more Men's Casual Shoes than that

Men's Casual Shoes

He's not heavy, he's my brother

4 star rating

By: zagstoy17 March 27, 2011

I thoroughly enjoy these shoes for most casual walking. I wouldn't take them out on a trail unless necessary. Fairly comfortable and seem to be holding more...

u wont b sorry wth these

5 star rating

By: Dick Todd January 16, 2010

a must have very compy and look great.have had mine now 4 over a year and they still look new. more...

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Upper Material:
[upper] metal-free suede; [upper] viscose from bamboo 
Sole:
40% post-consumer recycled rubber 
Lacing:
standard 
Weight:
[size 9] [pair] 2 lb 2 oz 
Recommended Use:
kicking around, casual wear, Earth Day 
Manufacturer Warranty:
lifetime