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Hey guys, so after much research I’ve concluded that the best models for comforting flat feet are the original 990 and 998.

Does anyone have input as to which is better than the other? It has to be one of these two. I'm probably picking up jcrew 990s or rockabilly 998s.

And does anyone know if the 996’s comfort pales in comparison to these, or are they not too far behind?

Imma upvote all ur help
 
 
Hey guys, so after much research I’ve concluded that the best models for comforting flat feet are the original 990 and 998.

Does anyone have input as to which is better than the other? It has to be one of these two. I'm probably picking up jcrew 990s or rockabilly 998s.

And does anyone know if the 996’s comfort pales in comparison to these, or are they not too far behind?

Imma upvote all ur help
My feet aren't super flat but they're definitely flatter than most

I think all three are pretty comfortable, my least experience is with the 990 as i only have one pair, but i was immediately surprised with the comfort when putting them on and walking around. Having said that, i will chose a 998 99/100 times if i'm gonna be on my feet for an extended period of time, partially cause i have a lot of them, and partially just cause i think they're the most comfy NB for walking around. As long as you avoid a 577 you should be comfy
 
 
Hey guys, so after much research I’ve concluded that the best models for comforting flat feet are the original 990 and 998.

Does anyone have input as to which is better than the other? It has to be one of these two. I'm probably picking up jcrew 990s or rockabilly 998s.

And does anyone know if the 996’s comfort pales in comparison to these, or are they not too far behind?

Imma upvote all ur help
I'd take the 998.  More support than the 990. Both great choices.
 


Hey guys, so after much research I’ve concluded that the best models for comforting flat feet are the original 990 and 998.
Does anyone have input as to which is better than the other? It has to be one of these two. I'm probably picking up jcrew 990s or rockabilly 998s.
 
And does anyone know if the 996’s comfort pales in comparison to these, or are they not too far behind?


Imma upvote all ur help

I am a 9.5 with a real flat wide foot..no arch whatsoever. From experience the 998s are my overall favorites in regards to comfort and style. But the 990s are close behind because of the vibram sole and the silo seems to go with everything from jeans to khakis and joggers.

But if you are looking for extended comfort and are going to walk in them a lot or be standing I would go with the 998 for sure.
 
Is ordering on Kith's website a nightmare waiting to happen? According to reviews I read on Yelp it seems like an absolute mess. Do any of you guys have a positive experience ordering from their site? What's the communication (e mail / processing of orders / shipping) like?
 
Ordered a bunch of times from them and i usually get my orders in 1 week... Had not had a problem with them at all...
 
Is ordering on Kith's website a nightmare waiting to happen? According to reviews I read on Yelp it seems like an absolute mess. Do any of you guys have a positive experience ordering from their site? What's the communication (e mail / processing of orders / shipping) like?
I personally try and order from other places before Kith, but it's fine as a last resort if only they have what you're looking for. They charge sales tax and a higher shipping cost whereas some sites don't charge sales tax or shipping at all. 
 
Is ordering on Kith's website a nightmare waiting to happen? According to reviews I read on Yelp it seems like an absolute mess. Do any of you guys have a positive experience ordering from their site? What's the communication (e mail / processing of orders / shipping) like?
  I only order exclusives from KITH.  For GRs and such, I would rather spend my money where there is no shipping cost and someone that can get me the product/s within a week, which, from my experience is hit or miss with KITH.
 
 
Hey guys, so after much research I’ve concluded that the best models for comforting flat feet are the original 990 and 998.

Does anyone have input as to which is better than the other? It has to be one of these two. I'm probably picking up jcrew 990s or rockabilly 998s.

And does anyone know if the 996’s comfort pales in comparison to these, or are they not too far behind?

Imma upvote all ur help
  Both are comfortable for long wears, but my preference is the 998.  I find the cushioning superior to the 990, and also think the outsole grippier than the 990v1 which, to me is a bit too slick on wet pavement.
 
Hey guys, so after much research I’ve concluded that the best models for comforting flat feet are the original 990 and 998.

And does anyone know if the 996’s comfort pales in comparison to these, or are they not too far behind?
i'd go with the 998 if you're you're standing and need more support. 996 if you don't care about a lot of support. 990 would be somewhere in between
 
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