Perfect for AFOs
"Sized up 2 sizes and they fit perfectly after taking both inserts out. So far no zipper issue and they fit comfortably. Love the different style and my child was able to choose a “cool” pair for the school year."
Overall rating: 4.8494625 / 5 from 93 reviews.
The Black/Gold BILLY Goat Hoop is praised for its perfect fit, stylish design, and high quality, making it a great choice for kids and toddlers with AFOs. It features a custom-developed shoe last, triple-layered lining, and is designed in collaboration with certified orthotists.
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"Sized up 2 sizes and they fit perfectly after taking both inserts out. So far no zipper issue and they fit comfortably. Love the different style and my child was able to choose a “cool” pair for the school year."
"My 7 year old was born with club feet and Billy shoes fit him so good and are very comfortable for him. He picked this one out himself. He really likes the style. They may be a little on the pricey side but they are the only shoes I have found that fit him perfectly."
"These are the best sneakers yet! We have been buying Billy’s for years and they just keep getting better - durable yet also my kid still thinks the design is awesome. We need the extra wide and have to purchase two different size single shoes, but Billy makes it possible. Hands down Billy Footwear is the greatest."
"Fits braces. Great quality. Son loves how they fit his feet."
"We use foot straps to teach my son how to hold his foot in place properly. Most shoes fly off him immediately. These stay on his feet without the straps. The extra wide size is a real blessing Billy offers in many shoe types. We also use stretchy rope laces that blend well with this shoe. LOVE BILLY!"
"Holds up better to my active toe walking son than other models. He grew out of them before destroying them. A first!"
"My son (2) got his first round of AFO and SMO in November. Since then we went through 2 pairs of the classic billy"s that zip around the toe. We worked through two because the zipper would not hold up with the wear and tear. It would have been 3 pairs in 4 months if the zipper didn't break in one set on the right and the other set on the left, resulting in a 3rd missed matched pair. I noticed these higher, top of foot zipper and reinforced toe, praying this would be the answer. We purchased two right away, since they are the only shoes that meet my son's needs and we've had rough luck with the other style. These seem to be more durable, and the zipper takes on the stress. Plus, my oldest suggested his little bro has better "drip than he does with these shoes. . . " I am hoping they continue to hold up. My one suggestion would be no tie- laces for these younger ages. They don't use them and they are annoying to keep tied. I would encourage more elastic or adjustable laces that hold the size, rather than add more bulk."
"Billy's Footwear is my go-to for my son's extra wide foot and he's able to get into them with ease and comfort"
"Love the zippers! Son wears an AFO on one leg so is hard to find a pair of shoes that actually fits-not 2 sizes to big to accommodate the AFO. The only thing on this style is it has more of the toe left on the top. . . have to angle his foot in. Learning curve on that but still great and he loves them!"
"These are such cute shoes!"