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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]3 yo DS has torn holes in his Saucony shoes after less than 2 weeks.  It's something about the way he drags his toes when he rides his plasma car, scooters, etc...

Anyone in a similar boat and have a recommendation for shoes for a kid who is really tough on his shoes?
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On a side note, anyone have success getting Stride Rite to refund or replace shoes that have lasted such a short amount of time?  [/b]I realize it's the way he's riding his toys that is causing this but at the same time these are pretty normal preschooler activities.

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No - this isn't normal wear and tear.  I have two boys who play pretty hard, but they have never torn holes in shoes.[/quote]

wow really? i too have 2 boys and they have worn holes in shoes numerous times. Things like the balance bike, scooters and skateboarding are really tough on shoes.

OP- we have had better luck with shoes that have more leather in the front. Something like this:
http://www.striderite.com/en/srt-preschool-prescott-sneaker/20420P.html?dwvar_20420P_color=CB54051

the more running style types have never worked for us with Nike kids being the worst and falling apart after 2 weeks. you really need something with full leather in the front and good stitching. 
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No, they have never worn holes in their shoes, but I prefer New Balance sneakers and/or shoes that have a rubber toe.  I also tell my kids not to drag their feet!  [/quote]

Did they ever have a a balance bike? because really the only way to stop is to drag feet. i am glad those days are over.

In all seriousness though my husband has ripped apart his sneakers skateboarding. i guess it just depends on the activities your kids do. [/quote]

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