Testimonials
These are real missionaries who used the Bompel "Companheiro" in their own missions, many of them I knew myself serving in Brazil.
Elder Walter Weidner - Ribeirao Preto Brazil Mission
(2005-2007)
"Well, I had a pair of those Liahonas (some heavy clod hopper) that were
supposed to last my whole mission and then some. All they ended up
doing was destroy my feet and give me blisters. They went out of
commission once I got a pair of the mission shoes. They were like
tennis shoes, light weight and easy on the feet. They lasted me about 8
months. I think I went through 3-4 pairs on my mission but I still paid
less than if I had brought Eccos or some other expensive brand!"
Elder Andrew Airmet - Ribeirao Preto Brazil Mission
(2005-2007)
"Those shoes last for a long time. They are very comfortable and light.
I was really happy with the pair that I got. There a great deal."
Elder Stephen Ballif - Ribeirao Preto Brazil Mission
(2004-2006)
"Those shoes were sweet!! The first pair of shoes I had were from the Missionary Mall. They were guaranteed for the two years, but didn't make it. Not even close. I sent em back, got new ones, and they too went out. I decided to try the mission shoes. They were very inexpensive and extremely durable and comfortable. They lasted well over a year which was more than I could ask for. I served in Brazil where we walked all day without a car and used very little public transportation. I went through areas with hills and the shoes held up very nicely. They are made with high quality material and are easy to shine. Plus the ladies back home can't resist an RM returning with these bad boys!"
Elder Justin Meyer - Brazil Ribeirao Preto Mission
(2003-2005)
"When I was leaving for my mission I got two pairs of 'good American
missionary shoes,' thinking that these would last me fairly well for
two years. Within my first year in the field i had each of them resoled
at least twice. With all the walking we did in our areas in Brazil not
only did my soles wear fast but my feet did too. I'd get blisters on
top of blisters on top of blisters. Finally at my 1 year mark I decided
to give up on my American made shoes and get the shoes supplied by our
mission office. I was a little concerned because the only type they had
in my size were the 'slip on' kind without shoelaces. When I got them I
was amazed. They weighed about 25% as much as my other shoes and they
were terribly comfortable. As soon as I broke my new shoes in, the
blisters on my feet started appearing less and less until it wasn't a
problem anymore. That one pair of shoes lasted me the rest of my
mission with no need to resole them. They were a beautiful investment."
Elder Ryan L. Davis - Brazil Ribeirao Preto Mission
(2005-2007)
"I wore the shoes for about a year and a half. Two pair. They were terrific. Sturdy, polish well, etc. Good stuff"
Elder Tyler Matlock - Brazil Ribeirao Preto Mission
(2003-2005)
"I, like most pre-mission shoppers, went to the store looking for great
looking, comfortable shoes for the mission field. Also like most I
spent way too much money on a shoe that could not stand the rigor of
missionary life. Sure a heavy boot shoe will be just fine for a mission
in which you will cruise from appointment to appointment in a Chevy
Malibu or on top of a shiny Schwinn. However, if you're going to South
America along or nearly every other international mission you will
spend most of your time on your feet. That being said, 20 - 25 miles a
day in a pair of shoes that would hurt your back if you were carrying
them on your back is unfeasible and pointless. Especially when you can
spend a fraction of the money on a pair of light, comfortable and
reliable shoes. Buy these shoes! You will save money, be more
comfortable, and look good. You cannot go wrong. I know from personal
experience. Please learn from my mistakes and just go straight to the
best!!!"
Have a story to share?
Please email me at:
missionshoe@gmail.com
Elder Walter Weidner - Ribeirao Preto Brazil Mission
(2005-2007)
"Well, I had a pair of those Liahonas (some heavy clod hopper) that were
supposed to last my whole mission and then some. All they ended up
doing was destroy my feet and give me blisters. They went out of
commission once I got a pair of the mission shoes. They were like
tennis shoes, light weight and easy on the feet. They lasted me about 8
months. I think I went through 3-4 pairs on my mission but I still paid
less than if I had brought Eccos or some other expensive brand!"Elder Andrew Airmet - Ribeirao Preto Brazil Mission
(2005-2007)
"Those shoes last for a long time. They are very comfortable and light.
I was really happy with the pair that I got. There a great deal."Elder Stephen Ballif - Ribeirao Preto Brazil Mission
(2004-2006)
"Those shoes were sweet!! The first pair of shoes I had were from the Missionary Mall. They were guaranteed for the two years, but didn't make it. Not even close. I sent em back, got new ones, and they too went out. I decided to try the mission shoes. They were very inexpensive and extremely durable and comfortable. They lasted well over a year which was more than I could ask for. I served in Brazil where we walked all day without a car and used very little public transportation. I went through areas with hills and the shoes held up very nicely. They are made with high quality material and are easy to shine. Plus the ladies back home can't resist an RM returning with these bad boys!"
Elder Justin Meyer - Brazil Ribeirao Preto Mission
(2003-2005)
"When I was leaving for my mission I got two pairs of 'good American
missionary shoes,' thinking that these would last me fairly well for
two years. Within my first year in the field i had each of them resoled
at least twice. With all the walking we did in our areas in Brazil not
only did my soles wear fast but my feet did too. I'd get blisters on
top of blisters on top of blisters. Finally at my 1 year mark I decided
to give up on my American made shoes and get the shoes supplied by our
mission office. I was a little concerned because the only type they had
in my size were the 'slip on' kind without shoelaces. When I got them I
was amazed. They weighed about 25% as much as my other shoes and they
were terribly comfortable. As soon as I broke my new shoes in, the
blisters on my feet started appearing less and less until it wasn't a
problem anymore. That one pair of shoes lasted me the rest of my
mission with no need to resole them. They were a beautiful investment."Elder Ryan L. Davis - Brazil Ribeirao Preto Mission
(2005-2007)
"I wore the shoes for about a year and a half. Two pair. They were terrific. Sturdy, polish well, etc. Good stuff"
Elder Tyler Matlock - Brazil Ribeirao Preto Mission
(2003-2005)
"I, like most pre-mission shoppers, went to the store looking for great
looking, comfortable shoes for the mission field. Also like most I
spent way too much money on a shoe that could not stand the rigor of
missionary life. Sure a heavy boot shoe will be just fine for a mission
in which you will cruise from appointment to appointment in a Chevy
Malibu or on top of a shiny Schwinn. However, if you're going to South
America along or nearly every other international mission you will
spend most of your time on your feet. That being said, 20 - 25 miles a
day in a pair of shoes that would hurt your back if you were carrying
them on your back is unfeasible and pointless. Especially when you can
spend a fraction of the money on a pair of light, comfortable and
reliable shoes. Buy these shoes! You will save money, be more
comfortable, and look good. You cannot go wrong. I know from personal
experience. Please learn from my mistakes and just go straight to the
best!!!"Have a story to share?
Please email me at:
missionshoe@gmail.com