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Grippy Sneakers

Find grippy sneakers that suit your style, with a closer look at the details that matter when choosing your next pair. Browse the selection and compare sole designs, fit information and sizing guidance on individual product pages to help narrow down your options.

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Men's 1985 Mountain Classic Sneakers
L.L.Bean Men's 1985 Mountain Classic Sneakers
A black suede, rubber and recycled-nylon sneaker offering cushioned comfort, thermoregulation and dependable traction for adventures.
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$110 $64.99
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$110 $64.99
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Men's Eco Bay Sneakers, Leather
L.L.Bean Men's Eco Bay Sneakers, Leather
A brown leather sneaker with recycled details, cushioned comfort, odor resistance, and durable traction.
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$110 $64.99
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$110 $64.99
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Men's Keen Jasper Zionic Sneakers
Keen Men's Keen Jasper Zionic Sneakers
A green leather-and-rubber sneaker with breathable mesh, cushioned support, and high-traction lugs for everyday adventures.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Women's 1985 Mountain Classic Sneakers
L.L.Bean Women's 1985 Mountain Classic Sneakers
A tan suede, rubber and recycled-nylon sneaker with exceptional cushioning, thermoregulation and rugged all-surface traction.
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$110 $64.99
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$110 $64.99
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Women's Eco Bay Sneakers, Hook-and-Loop
L.L.Bean Women's Eco Bay Sneakers, Hook-and-Loop
A white suede leather sneaker with hook-and-loop closure, cushioned comfort, and a traction outsole made with recycled materials.
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$110 $64.99
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$110 $64.99
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Toddlers' Everywhere Explorer Hook-and-Loop Sneakers
L.L.Bean Toddlers' Everywhere Explorer Hook-and-Loop Sneakers
A white washable leather sneaker with cushioned EVA footbeds, easy hook-and-loop closures, and grippy rubber outsoles.
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$49.95 $39.99
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$49.95 $39.99
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Women's Eco Bay Oxfords, Nubuck Leather
L.L.Bean Women's Eco Bay Oxfords, Nubuck Leather
A gray nubuck leather sneaker with recycled details, cushioned support and a grippy outsole for comfortable wear.
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$110 $69.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
High-quality material
Versatile design
Attractive color options
Excellent comfort
$110 $69.99
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Women's New Balance 327 Running Shoes
New Balance Women's New Balance 327 Running Shoes
A white retro-inspired sneaker with suede leather, nylon, cushioned EVA midsole, and trail-inspired lugged traction.
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$99.99 $99.99
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$99.99 $99.99
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Men's On Cloudsurfer Trail 2 Running Shoes
On Men's On Cloudsurfer Trail 2 Running Shoes
A lightweight gray trail shoe with cushioned foam, breathable abrasion-resistant construction, and grippy rubber lugs.
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$170 $170
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$170 $170
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Women's Double L Sneakers, Lace Up
L.L.Bean Women's Double L Sneakers, Lace Up
A black leather lace-up sneaker with a cushioned insole, supportive rubber cupsole, and lugged traction outsole.
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$99 $49.99
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$99 $49.99
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Men's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
On Men's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
A gray trail-running shoe with lightweight mesh, responsive cushioning and sticky rubber lugs for reliable traction.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Men's On Cloudvista 3 Trail Running Shoes
On Men's On Cloudvista 3 Trail Running Shoes
A white trail running shoe with lightweight breathable uppers, softer Helion™ cushioning, and sticky Missiongrip™ traction for mixed terrain.
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$160 $160
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$160 $160
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Women's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
A green trail-running shoe with breathable mesh, responsive cushioning, and grippy rubber traction for moderate terrain.
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$160 $160
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$160 $160
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Women's Snow Sneaker 5 Shoes, Lace-Up
L.L.Bean Women's Snow Sneaker 5 Shoes, Lace-Up
A multicolor suede-and-fabric sneaker with waterproof protection, 200-gram insulation, and rugged traction for snow and slush.
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$140 $140
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What customers like:
Exceptional warmth
Great traction
Well made
Keeps feet dry
Comfortable fit
$140 $140
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Men's Snow Sneaker 5 Shoes, Lace-Up
L.L.Bean Men's Snow Sneaker 5 Shoes, Lace-Up
A blue suede-and-fabric sneaker with waterproof protection, 200-gram insulation and rugged rubber traction for snow.
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$140 $140
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What customers like:
Great fit
Good traction
Comfortable
Keeps feet dry
Excellent warmth
$140 $140
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Men's New Balance 300 Court Shoes
New Balance Men's New Balance 300 Court Shoes
A yellow court-inspired sneaker with a split suede-and-mesh upper, cushioned insole, and durable rubber outsole.
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$89.99 $89.99
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$89.99 $89.99
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Men's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
New Balance Men's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
A multicolor leather-and-mesh sneaker with cushioned support, breathable comfort, and a durable rubber outsole.
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$199.95 $199.95
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$199.95 $199.95
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Men's New Balance 603 Shoes
New Balance Men's New Balance 603 Shoes
A blue suede-and-mesh sneaker with cushioned EVA midsole, removable insole, and durable rubber traction.
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$109.99 $109.99
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$109.99 $109.99
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Women's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
New Balance Women's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
A multicolor leather-and-rubber sneaker with breathable mesh, plush cushioning, and dependable stability for all-day comfort.
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$199.95 $199.95
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$199.95 $199.95
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Women's On Cloudvista 3 Trail Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudvista 3 Trail Running Shoes
A white trail running shoe with Helion superfoam cushioning, a breathable upper and sticky Missiongrip traction.
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$160 $160
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$160 $160
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Men's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
HOKA Men's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
A blue road-to-trail shoe with cushioned EVA midsoles, recycled mesh uppers, reflective details, and 4mm traction lugs.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
A blue road-to-trail running shoe with a recycled mesh upper, cushioned EVA midsole, reflective details, and 4mm traction lugs.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Men's Snow Sneaker 5 Leather Slip-Ons
L.L.Bean Men's Snow Sneaker 5 Leather Slip-Ons
A brown leather slip-on with waterproof protection, 200-gram insulation, and rubber traction for snowy, slushy conditions.
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$130 $130
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$130 $130
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Kids' Everywhere Explorer Sneakers
L.L.Bean Kids' Everywhere Explorer Sneakers
A white leather sneaker with cushioned EVA footbed, cooling lining and durable rubber outsole for everyday comfort.
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$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Grippy Sneakers

Grippy sneakers bring a practical consideration into a familiar footwear style: how a pair feels underfoot matters alongside how it looks. The word “grippy” is a useful starting point for browsing, but it is not a universal rating or a promise of the same performance on every surface. Individual product descriptions provide the details that distinguish one pair from another, while shape, fit, and personal style help narrow the choice. A sneaker’s overall profile can make a noticeable difference in an outfit. A streamlined shape creates a different impression from a more substantial silhouette, and understated detailing offers a different look from prominent stitching or contrasting panels. Those distinctions are worth considering alongside the clothes already in the closet. Someone who favors straight-leg jeans might prefer a different proportion than someone who usually wears tapered pants, and the amount of shoe visible beneath a hem can change the balance of an outfit. Rather than choosing by appearance alone, consider which details genuinely matter to the person wearing the shoes. A familiar shape, a preferred closure, or a fit that has worked well before can be more useful than an unfamiliar feature with an impressive-sounding name. Product photographs help show the outline, opening, and sole pattern, but photographs alone cannot establish how grippy a sneaker will feel. Clear descriptions and individual fit information deserve equal attention. This makes the collection a place to compare the whole shoe, not just one characteristic. The most considered choice brings together the grippy sneaker theme, a suitable fit, and a look that feels like a natural part of an existing wardrobe. Timeless style does not need to mean plain; it can simply mean details that someone enjoys wearing without having to rethink everything else they own.

Fit deserves particular attention because a familiar size number does not tell the entire story. Foot shape, the proportions of the shoe, and individual preferences all influence how a sneaker feels when tried on. Length is only one part of that relationship. The space across the forefoot, the shape around the heel, and the room over the top of the foot can all affect whether a pair feels right. Someone who often finds shoes tight across the toes may have different priorities from someone whose heel tends to move inside a shoe. Any stated width options and sizing notes are useful points of comparison, especially when shopping for someone else. Trying sneakers with the socks intended to accompany them gives a more relevant impression than trying them with an unfamiliar thickness. Toes should not feel crowded, and pressure at the sides or across the top is worth noticing rather than overlooking because the style looks appealing. Where a shoe has an adjustable closure, its adjustment should be considered part of the fitting process, not a way to compensate for an unsuitable size. Materials and construction also deserve a careful reading at the individual product level. The composition listed for one sneaker should not be assumed to apply to another, even when their shapes look similar. Likewise, the appearance of a sole does not establish a particular performance rating. The grippy theme is not a substitute for an explicit description of intended use, and it does not establish suitability for a workplace with specific footwear requirements. Those distinctions keep comparisons grounded in the information provided rather than in assumptions about the category. For another view of sneaker styles, the Sports Sneakers collection offers a related place to browse, with the same attention to individual descriptions and fit. Across either collection, a clear sense of personal preferences helps make the selection more focused: the desired shape, the way the shoe fastens, and the details that make a pair feel familiar rather than distracting.

Care and durability belong in the decision as well, particularly for someone who prefers to keep a favorite pair in regular rotation. A grippy description alone does not establish how long sneakers will last, and a substantial appearance is not a substitute for specific construction information. Individual care directions offer the clearest starting point for understanding what ownership involves. Cleaning methods should follow those directions rather than a general assumption that all sneakers can be treated alike. A method appropriate for one material or component may not be appropriate for another, so checking the instructions before washing is more useful than relying on how similar two pairs look. The same practical approach applies to inspecting shoes over time. Changes in fit, visible damage, or a sole pattern that looks different from when the shoes were purchased are details worth paying attention to; the original description cannot account for every change that comes with wear. Considering care before choosing a pair also helps match the shoes to the recipient’s preferences. Some people enjoy keeping footwear looking carefully maintained, while others prefer a straightforward routine and would rather understand any special instructions before making a selection. As a gift, sneakers are especially personal because size, shape, and appearance matter together. A known shoe size is a starting point, but a preferred width, favorite silhouette, and usual choice of closure make the idea more thoughtful. A partner who consistently chooses understated footwear may appreciate a familiar-looking design more than a dramatic change, while a friend with a clear preference for distinctive details may value a different approach. When those preferences are uncertain, choosing together can make the gift feel just as personal without guessing at fit. Whether the sneakers are for a gift or a wardrobe update, the lasting appeal lies in a well-considered match between the person and the pair. Grippy sneakers are best explored with that complete picture in mind: individual product information, fit that receives careful attention, a manageable care routine, and style that feels comfortably like the wearer’s own.
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