Every spring my shoe collection goes through a changing of the guardsbut theres one lace-up sneaker that always remains.

And podiatrists approve of them as well.

Allbirds Tree Runners

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Carleigh Ferrante

And what truly sets the Tree Runners apart is their breathable, lightweight design.

TheAllbirds Tree Runnersweigh about 8.6 ounces, which is significantly lighter than the majority of my shoe collection.

As soon as the temperatures begin to rise, they become my footwear MVP.

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Theyre sustainable

Let me pause to explain the significance of that factor.

Even the eyelets are bio-based and the shoelaces are made from recycled plastic bottles.

Plus, the brand takes old shoes off your hands to recycle them properly.

allbirds tree runners review

I particularly love that theyre comfortable right out of the box, with no break-in time needed.

Just ensure you give yourself time to lay them out to air dry!

It takes about 24 hours for mine to dry completely.

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What I’d change about the Allbirds Tree Runners

The verdict?

I love myTree Runners.

But there are a few things Id change.

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But she noted that they are relatively unsupportiveand I have to agree.

However, I do wish the design was a bit more versatile.

In fact, this is why I dont necessarily think theAllbirds Tree Runnersare the best travel shoes.

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Are the Allbirds Tree Runners worth it?

Yes, theAllbirds Tree Runnersare absolutely worth it.

Theres a reason why I repurchase these shoes every year.

At $98, theyre more affordable than any sneaker in my collectionand they dont sacrifice quality.

Theyre durable, comfortable, and cute, not to mention more sustainable than the mass majority of shoes.

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