I got a pair of Black Justin Ropers from Rual King for about 40 bucks
Nice shine, for me good ankel support, and if you take them to a shoe repair or leather smith, they can pull the soles off and take the metal shanks out for about 20 bucks.

Works for me

Reeves

have a couple pair of dockers pro style, one with laces the other without, both are airport friendly, and nice rubber soles that don't make your feet die after being in them for 14 hours.

Good thread. I was actually just on my way out to find a new pair. One trick I've used in the past is to bring a stud finder. Just run it over the sole and and if it lights up you got a shank. No light and your good to go. ;)

PS If you don't want to look like you belong in a straight jacket don't try this.

I have a pair of Dockers that I like. They are airport friendly but were a bit of a chore to break in. My girlfriend says they look good and she has a lot more fashion sense than I do. $60.

I do not know who it is.....it is an FO I had seen in the PHL crewroom a couple times.....you really don't notice it, the only reason I did was cuz he had put his shoes up on the coffee table....

Ecco's are my favorite, they are soft-soled (thin) so you get excellent feel for rudders, they are comfortable and last forever. However they are pricey. No steel inside and light weight.

Sketchers makes a pair of airport friendly plain black shoes. I love em/

If your shoes are airport friendly does that mean TSA won't make you take them off to get through security or do you still have to like everyone else?

Sandro Moscoloni


Hands down the most comfortable pair of shoes out there. Gel sewn underneath the inside of the sole and they are airport safe. I've worn them everyday for 16 months and they are just now starting to wear down.

Go one better and get a pair of black Ariat ropers. Will set you back about $100, but for better leather and more comfort, it's worth it. I see lots of guys that wear Justin, as well, so different strokes...

Plus, no metal in the Ariat roper to begin with...I walk through security with mine on all the time. Also, if the sole wears out, it could be replaced easily.