Here we go… over years and years of drinking practice, and intensive shoe testing I feel that I have been able to narrow down what makes a good drinking shoe. There are 3 key factors when deciding on a good drinking shoe.

First, the shoe needs to be comfortable. When at a party, or bar, chances are you are going to be on you feet the majority of the time. So wear something that you are going to be able to handle after a few hours. Also, depending on where you live might entail if you will be walking to the bar, or even from bar to bar.

Second, the shoe needs to provide good balance. I’m sure everyone has seen “that guy” at the bar who had on some non-drinking shoes, and couldn’t even stand. Never blame the alcohol for this, or for you falling on your face. Just try to remember that its time to invest in some more stable drinking shoes.

And Lastly, the Ultimate drinking shoe needs to be nimble. (Definition: Agile, fast, light in movement; able to think quickly and cleverly) It’s a good thing if your shoes can do these things for you, because chances are your thinking won’t be too “quick” or “clever” after drinking your face off all night. So having a nimble drinking shoe is a plus because who knows what kind of mischief and shenanigans you might end up getting into that night. Its best to have a shoe that allows you to run at full speed and wont fall off, or hurt to run in.

Rainbow Sandals always good, easy to put on, comfortable, provide for pretty good balance; almost like being barefoot. Some draw backs are that as easy as they are to put on, they are as easy to lose, definitely not nimble, and your feet are filthy after a night in a crowded bar. If you have to run for any reason the night while wearing these, you are better off ditching them.

Chuck Taylor, Converse – Always a good call. Fairly easy to put on, although the laces ad some difficulty when hammered. Flat-soled shoe provides for good balance. But they are not the most comfortable shoe after wearing for long periods of time. Definitely don’t feel to good to run in, but at least you will be able to stand and look stylish as always in them.

The Slip on Chuck Tailors – I am pretty sure these were made for this purpose. All the benefits listed above, without the hassle of tying your shoes.

The Nike Free Shoe – This could possible be the ultimate drinking shoe. It passes all three criteria listed above. Very comfortable and great for balance, almost like being barefoot. And your nimbleness will be unmatched in these babies! They weigh next to nothing, and will allow you to run at your drunkin’ Max in complete comfort.

Overall, Chuck’s still got my vote for the Best Drinking shoe. Looks, comfort and balance, all there with some very slight drawbacks.