Newbie Question...

[BcPilot99]

Ok, so I am new to the airline industry....I am sick of having to take my shoes off every time I go through a metal detector (especially in MCI every 3 f'in gates)....I don't want to go out and spend 30 bucks on a new pair of shoes that might still set the dang thing off. Can anyone throw out some brands that do not set it off that I could go out and buy?

Thanks,
BC

 

[Tarzan]

Rockport shoes. Comfortable and no steel shank. The only stuff I take off is my watch and cell phone (and my blazer when it's cold).

As of 2004, Rockport stopped putting steel shanks in their shoes and went to all fiberglass/ composite shanks. I called and got the skinny from the service folks. They are spendy but comfortable.

 

[RedDogC130]

Rockport about $85 bucks. Bring them and have them x-ray it first and say that there is no metal. Then wear it. If it does then return them.. I think most Rockports are plastic shanks. Mine are fine....

You beat me to the send button

 

[Thermocouple]

I know first year pay is rough, but you are going to have to spend more than $30 on a pair of shoes.

Ecco shoes are pricey, but do not set the metal detector off and last forever. If you are on a budget, there are some Rockports and a few others that also work. Do a search, and you will be able to find the specific models of the cheaper shoes.

 

[BcPilot99]

Rockport shoes. Comfortable and no steel shank. The only stuff I take off is my watch and cell phone (and my blazer when it's cold).

As of 2004, Rockport stopped putting steel shanks in their shoes and went to all fiberglass/ composite shanks. I called and got the skinny from the service folks. They are spendy but comfortable.

off to JCPenny I go!!!

 

[ballsdeep123]

doc martins

 

[Kream926]

buy nice ones without laces like idid and put up with it....some days it sets it off sometimes not

 

[av8orboy]

Ok, so I am new to the airline industry....I am sick of having to take my shoes off every time I go through a metal detector

Fly corporate

 

[relief tube]

this is brought up every couple months....do a search on this board and you'll have more than enough information

 

[Smacktard]

Ok, so I am new to the airline industry....I am sick of having to take my shoes off every time I go through a metal detector (especially in MCI every 3 f'in gates)....I don't want to go out and spend 30 bucks on a new pair of shoes that might still set the dang thing off. Can anyone throw out some brands that do not set it off that I could go out and buy?

Thanks,
BC

Just take large steps, one shoe at a time. It hasn't failed me yet. No joking.

 

[viper548]

Deer Stags $40. I got another pair that I think were dockers, about $60. There's a logo or something on them that say airport safe or something to that effect

 

[EatinRamen]

I went to the Sketchers outlet and bought some dress shoes that came with an "Airport Friendly" label on them. Spent about 50 bucks or so.

 

[atlcrashpad]

Kuppla aeroports out der dat makes ya takes yo shoes off no matter watt....

 

[FlySacto]

I know first year pay is rough, but you are going to have to spend more than $30 on a pair of shoes.

Ecco shoes are pricey, but do not set the metal detector off and last forever. If you are on a budget, there are some Rockports and a few others that also work. Do a search, and you will be able to find the specific models of the cheaper shoes.

Ecco's at Nordstrom RacK. No metal slip ons that you can actually take long walks in. $40

 

[snap145]

try zappos.com.....they have a monstrous selection and have a page specifically for airport friendly shoes....prices range anywhere from 50 to 150 bucks if I remember correctly...

 

[DrewBlows]

I'm on my third pair of Bostonians. Very comfortable, airport friendly, and a rubber bottom which is good in the ice and snow. The only downside is the ramp wears out the soles a little faster than a harder sole would.

 

[BcPilot99]

I bought Capital by rockport.......we'll see if they work

 

[Airboss]

http://www.zappos.com/n/p/p/106701.html
They will price match 110% at zappos.

 

[ERJFO]

http://allenedmonds.com They are a little expensive but GREAT shoes plus for about 100 bucks they'll refurbish them if you send them in.

 

[Thebadcat1313]

http://www.tsa.gov/lawenforcement/programs/ffdo.shtm

Free gun. Keep your shoes on.