Dad Tries on New Shoes—What Happens Next Has Millions Laughing

It’s the little things that can brighten your day and make you laugh—and sometimes, that turns out to be trying on shoes. While shopping for a new pair of runners, Jessi and her dad shared a funny exchange when she dared him to do a speed test. At first, he said, “I can’t run that fast no more. I’m too old.” But she encouraged him to see how fast the shoes would take him.

The result? Over three million viewers laughing right along with Jessi.

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I know I know. My laugh is annoying

♬ original sound – Jessi L. Mills

One person commented, “The brakes seem to struggle a bit there.” Another viewer thought the same, “Good acceleration but poor braking.” Dad cleared up the confusion over his technique in a later video (see below.)

Dad ended up buying the runners—Skechers slip-ins—and later demonstrated a “jump test.”

@jessi.l.mills Replying to @Doug ♬ original sound – Jessi L. Mills

One commenter said, “He reminds me of my dad. If you try to embarrass him, be prepared to get embarrassed yourself.”

Jessi responded, “Neither of us are easily embarrassed I think we embarrass my mom sometimes though.”

Jessi also posted a Q&A with her dad, where he answered viewers’ questions and explained his unusual braking method—think anti-lock.

@jessi.l.mills Replying to @Cas ♬ original sound – Jessi L. Mills

A simple shoe test turned into a reminder that laughter really is the best fit.