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.
Originally built for U.S. soldiers, The Grounder is a no-compromise sneaker with rugged attitude. The Olive/Black edition draws inspiration from mid-century military design, delivering a rugged build with a utilitarian purpose.
Crafted with heavyweight canvas and finished with premium leather accents, this shoe is ready to handle anything you are. Featuring a lugged outsole, superior traction, and waxed cotton laces, this high-top sneaker is made for movement across city pavement, dusty trails, and everything in between.
This high-top doesn’t just hold up. It leads the way with military-grade traction, heavyweight canvas, and construction ready for any adventure. The Grounder in Olive/Black is made to move and made to last, whether you're chasing daylight, dodging puddles, or taking the long way home.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 480 reviews.
Bought a size larger and they fit perfect. Added elastic laces and they work great as slip ons.
As a U.S. Marine veteran, I love these shoes. They breathe well, and they're practical. The sole's tread pattern is bold and aggressive; it'll keep me from sliding down the proverbial cliff.
Their look, with the black rubber applied generously around the toe and the bottom edge, is outstanding. I do like the original WWII-era olive drab (O.D.) shade, although a darker shade wouldn't hurt. (The military used a darker shade for use in Vietnam, to blend in better in the jungle.)
The only major complaint I have is the black laces. The black laces against the light O.D. background looks clownish to me. I pulled them out and have replaced them with O.D. parachute cord. Now the shoes look more military and serious. Also, the nylon parachute suspension lines will wear much longer than the original laces. So, this was a minor complaint that was easily remedied!
3rd pair of P.F.s! 1st pair of the Grounders - they look great, feel great, and are such a cool olive green color they compliment nearly everything I wear.
I like the look and the color. I haven't worn anything but diabetic shoes for several years. So far these are working. If they continue to work I will consider buying similar styles.
I bought these about 2 years ago so I could have a good shoe to hike, fish, work, and travel with. I have never had a better shoe. My line of work involves a lot of outdoor and rocky environments. I have walked through creeks, gone over large rock formations, and even worked as a camp counselor in these. They are fantastic. These shoes have gotten me through rain, snow, sun, and just about everything else. I love em. The only issue I had is that I wore out the laces and the fabric that keeps the ankle rubber in there has ripped, which is from me putting em through it for these past 2 years. They still got some use in em and they still get the job done.
I’m 69 years old and just did a very intensive 12 mile backcountry backpacking trip with my son and his stepson. The PF Flyers Grounders were absolutely amazing. Great support, stuck to rocks wet or dry. I’m so happy with these things. These are my new hiking shoes and I absolutely love them and I’m gonna be getting a couple more pairs.
IMMEDIATELY I liked these shoes- I mean the INSTANT I put them on. The toe box is PERFECT. I might like these even better than my Converse. They lace up beautifully and have great support. Liked them so much I just bought another pair. Excellent investment.
I’ve been wearing these for a couple of weeks now, and I’m really happy with them. The olive green and black colors look even better in person.
The quality is solid too. The stitching is clean, the materials feel durable, and they have that classic PF Flyers look with a slightly more rugged vibe.
I appreciate the reminder when the shoes were available in my size, and they arrived as planned after I ordered. I received tracking updates throughout the process. This was a quality purchase and event.
Love my OD Green high top Grounders. Takes me back to my ten year old self. Run faster, jump higher, while setting the perfect office casual mode.
Fits perfect for my feet. Width and toe box is just right for a regular size. Size is bank on.
Super psyched to get these, well worth the wait. Looks like a brown leather pair is on the list next. lol Get some. They’ ll make you glade you did. Chuck never had it this good.