As a long-time P.F. Flyers customer and Legend Awards member, I appreciate the quality, craftsmanship, and design of the new Ground Up Beam. It’s an attractive shoe, and I respect the effort that went into creating a premium product. That said, in today’s economy, the 175 dollar price puts this shoe well outside what many loyal customers can reasonably justify, especially with higher everyday costs making discretionary purchases more difficult. My concern isn’t that P.F. Flyers has introduced a premium shoe. Premium collections have their place. My concern is that loyal customers, the people who have supported this brand for years, should have a realistic opportunity to own and enjoy these special releases. I’d love to be able to buy several pairs throughout the year and save up for an occasional premium model. But at this price, that’s simply beyond reach. I hope future releases find a better balance, one that allows loyal customers to participate, rather than sit on the sidelines. Respectfully, Richard Singletary, loyal P.F. Flyers customer. How we verify and process reviews We use Loox, a web-based application that provides an online reviews and marketing solution, to collect, source, process and display reviews on our website. We automatically send review requests through Loox to customers for whom we have a record that they purchased products directly from our website. This allows us to verify the review's reliability through technical means, such as the customer's email address. Reviews that are submitted directly through such requests are marked as "Verified purchase" and the following statement will be displayed on the interface on which the review is published: "This review was collected from a verified customer who purchased this item". If a customer submits a review directly through our website, the review will not be marked as verified, and the following statement will be displayed on the interface where the review is published: "This review was written by a site visitor". Reviews may also be imported into Loox from an external source. For imported reviews, the following statement will be displayed on the interface on which the review is published: "This review was imported from an external source". We may verify reviews submitted directly through our website and imported reviews using reasonable and proportionate methods, such as by requesting valid proof that the customer had actually used or purchased the product. In these cases, if we mark a review as "Verified purchase", the following statement will be displayed on the interface on which the review is published: "This review was marked as verified by the store owner". Customers can choose how to rate the reviewed products based on a number between 1 and 5. The reviews' average score is calculated using a simple mathematical average, which is then rounded to a half or full star rating using standard rounding rules. The reviews' average score includes reviews for which customers received future purchase discounts for adding a photo or a video to their review or received the product for free in exchange for their honest review.
All our sneakers are listed in standard US sizing. To convert from men’s to women’s sizes, add 1.5 sizes to the men’s size (for example, a men’s 7 is equivalent to a women’s 8.5).
Customers often prefer sizing up for a more comfortable fit in our Center and All-American franchises. Try a ½ size above your normal sneaker size.
- Posture Foundation Insole: Our signature support system for enduring comfort, cushioning, and stability
- BEAMS+ Military Canvas Upper: Premium, collaboration-exclusive material inspired by vintage American workwear fashion pieces
- Secondary Laces: Flat and round hiker laces for a customizable personal look
- Protective Detail: A gusseted tongue, rubber mudguard, and ribbed toe wrap for reinforced durability
- Lugged Rubber Outsole: A newly developed version of our classic soles with thicker lugged rubber for improved grip and balance on wet and dry terrains
- Special-Edition Packaging: A commemorative dust bag for convenient storage and travel
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Originally crafted for the U.S. military, The Grounder is where mid-century design meets practical detail. Elevated for the outdoors, this resilient version created in collaboration with BEAMS+ brings our classic high-top into new terrain.
Minimal all-black mixes with military heritage in this sleek sneaker boot. Proprietary BEAMS+ fabric reinterprets vintage inspiration while keeping feet comfortable. The black colorway pays tribute to tactical uniforms, allowing subtle texture to shine. Matching laces, reinforced stitching, and a durable toe wrap ensure a safe and secure fit.
Built for exploration, a rubber mudguard and gusseted tongue create a barrier against the elements, while a new, deep-lugged outsole provides exceptional traction and control. Ergonomically molded Posture Foundation support, resilient rubber soles, and the rugged legacy of The Grounder make it a reliable choice across various terrains.
