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When to Say Goodbye to Your Shoes
Most people wish their products could last forever, especially if it’s a product they love. Unfortunately shoes are consumables with a set lifespan. For some people this lifespan is years and for others only months. Shoes are like tires; both have many factors that contribute to their wear and tear such as the original quality,…
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7 Reasons to Choose Merino Wool Socks
Merino wool is an AMAZING material so with no further ado here are 7 reasons to choose merino wool in your next pair of socks. Merino wool fibers have a natural crimp to them, allowing them to trap dead air and act as a natural insulator and a buffer against the cold. Merino wool fibers…
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Support for Every Foot
The terms insole, orthotic and arch support are all used often in the world of footwear. It’s getting harder to find someone who doesn’t currently wear, or hasn’t in the past worn orthotics. But what is an insole? What is an orthotic? Are they all just the same? And who really needs orthotics? How to…
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To Buy or Not to Buy Used Shoes- That is the Question
People love to get a good deal, which is why thrift stores, kijiji and swap and buy exist. It is tempting when you find a great deal to beat the competition by purchasing it immediately. But with something as important as your feet, when is it appropriate or inappropriate to purchase used shoes? That is…
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What is a Shoe’s Upper?
Things are looking up this week as we talk about the top of the shoe, also known as the upper! There are some non-negotiable upper features and the upper is the primary contributor to the fit of a shoe, making this a crucial piece of selecting a shoe for you. Just like with the midsole…
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What is a Midsole?
Do you buy your shoes without knowing what they’re made of? At Shoe Solutions we thrive on educating our customers about footwear composition so they can make knowledgeable footwear decisions. The materials that make up your shoe are often overlooked in footwear shopping. However, this piece of information is crucial; knowing what the shoe is…
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A Sandal for Every Sole
We are on the precipice of the long-awaited time of year known to all as sandal season!!! Whether you associate with the socks-and-sandals crowd, or you’d rather show your toes so EVERYONE knows, this is an exciting time of the footwear year. Have you ever wondered why pedorthists are so busy in the fall? I…
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