Our verdict

85
Good!

Keds reinvented its classic silhouette yielding an elevated kind of footwear, both figuratively and literally. The Double Decker displays a 1" midsole with an easy-to-slip design that suits on-the-go wearers. The thicker sole adds distinctive coolness while remaining comfortable and versatile. This shoe is a surefire hit for practical buyers who want to remain distinctively stylish and comfortable without breaking their pockets.

Pros

  • Comfortable from day one
  • Easy to maintain
  • Slips on and off
  • Great for walking
  • Versatile aesthetic
  • Amazing support
  • Affordable price

Cons

  • Rubs heels
  • Canvas is narrow

that you can wear to a wide range of events

The Track spikes and XC is perfect for those who:

  • Love Keds sneakers that you can wear to a wide range of events
  • The Keds Double Decker is a casual chameleon slip-on sneakers with incredible cushioning and support for all-day use
  • Want a cheap sneaker may work better for you if you have wider feet.

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Who should not buy it

The Keds Ace Leather is a good choice if you want something with a padded collar that protects your heel. The Keds Center Leather may work better for you if you have wider feet.

The Track spikes and XC is a casual chameleon

Those who have bought and worn the shoe have used it for several types of occasions. Given its neutral design and colors, it works with a wide range of outfits, including jeans, shorts, sweats, and casual dresses especially those with summer looks. 

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It has been worn to great success with a blazer and jeans by one fan, saying that it gives a “professional edge” to their look without “sacrificing comfort.” 

The Track spikes and XC walks with grace

One tester said that the sneaker was “so comfy, it’s unbelievable.” It has worked as all-day wear for several reviewers, keeping their feet active all throughout.

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One of them mentions that it has “just enough support and memory foam to wear for a walk or on a day of shopping,” something that was expounded on by others. Besides its generous cushioning, its support was the main highlight for a lot of the reviewers. Its arch support had been praised by several people, while its supportive construction proved reliable for the feet, knees, and hips of another.

The Track spikes and XC makes having sneakers simple

Its slip-on mechanism was loved by one fan, who enjoyed how they can just “run out the door” with them. Something that helps is the fact that heel slips weren’t seen to be a problem with them. 

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Furthermore, concerning maintenance, it has been described to be able to “wash and wear beautifully” allowing for a shoe that can keep up with their wearers’ busy lifestyles.

The Track spikes and XC goes at an amazing price

The Track spikes and XC retails at $50, even lower than the average price of low-top Keds sneakers at $55. This price made it such that the sneaker provided a very high value.

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The Track spikes and XC rubs heels the wrong way

A few reviewers disliked the stiffness of the heel-side of the upper, saying that it made the shoe a bit uncomfortable at times.