I really wanted to love these shoes. I bought the Tree Runners in black from the Allbirds store in Seoul on September 4th, 2025, right before a two-week trip to Japan. The idea of a lightweight, breathable, and travel-friendly shoe sounded perfect.
Unfortunately, after just two weeks of regular walking and sightseeing, they already look very worn. The black color faded noticeably — especially on the tongue — the heel area is scuffed and worn down, and in two spots the fabric has torn. I also found them less breathable than advertised, and they caused some rubbing around the heel.
I took good care of them during the trip, so I was really surprised to see this level of wear after such a short time. For a product marketed as ideal for travel, I expected better durability and comfort.
I’ve attached photos that show the condition after two weeks of use. I hope Allbirds takes this kind of feedback seriously, because I truly liked the concept of the shoes and would love to see the quality improved.