Reddit reviews Superfeet Green Premium-U Insole, 9.5-11 Men / 10.5-12 Women

I've found, after numerous boots and insoles, that truly good fit really comes down to insole selection. As long as the boot/shoes are the right size for your feet, the comfort is going to be almost all on the insole.

Figure out if you have a high/low/flat arch and figure out if that arch is short, regular or long.

Here is my experience:

• For me, I have a high and long arch. I also like to have cushion in my boot to prevent soreness, so after numerous trial & error I have finally settled on the Spenco Total Support Max insole which have a high arch/high volume and moderate cushion.I bought one size larger and cut down to my size - this was to accommodate my long arch. Previously I had tried the Superfeet Green (high arch, high vol) and Orange (high arch, high volume, high impact), but they didn't have nearly enough cushion for my liking and I would end up with sore feet.
  
  
• My buddy is very flat footed and prefers the Superfeet copper - he actually prefers the lesser cushion from superfeet.
  
  
• My girlfriend tried Superfeet Berry for a little bit, but she cared less about the orthotic support and really just wanted something super cushy. This led her to skip over some of the Spenco orthotic options (like what I had) and straight to something like these comfy polysorb insoles.
  
  
  I should mention that I used to be a big Superfeet fan, but now I am definitely in the Spenco camp - especially when it comes to what you get for the price. I have Spenco insoles in 3 pairs of boots/shoes and it cost me the same as buying 1 pair of Superfeet.

Maybe try an insole? I hear good things about Powerstep and I personally use Superfeet which has helped my overpronation.

I have ordered these www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0033BPBD4/ Will see if that helps.

>That being said how long ago did you purchase the boots? I believe they have a 30 day comfort guarantee.

I ordered these from domesticdomestic not Red Wing directly. And I have worn these outsides, so ethically not a very good thing to do by returning now.

I had the same problem. I went from high arch to a flat foot and back again. Minimalist shoes and barefoot running were NOT the answer for me. They have a crazy cult following and they may be the answer for some people but not everyone. Everytime I see anyone try to explain that to a barefoot or minimalist runner they just get told that they probably just didn't ease into it enough or their form was wrong. Bunch of bullshit.

Anyways here is what you can do for that arch. Get yourself some arch support. Make sure you're not progressing too fast on your runs. Barefoot or support you always need to make sure you're taking care of your feet and rest is the best medicine. The superfeet arch support soles work by having a layer of hard plastic under the layer of cushioning so it prevents your arch from collapsing every time you step on it.

I also suggest massaging the area frequently. Rolling a golf ball or tennis ball under your foot or using a foam roller will do the trick. Get the calf as well. Keeping it stretched out will help prevent plantar fasciitis too.

unbelievAbly great,

Your timing is stunning. I checked before leaving the mine and you'd sent your message of no breaths. I've been by Kaiser to buy the specific insoles "prescribed" by the podiatrist, by the credit union to withdraw a breathtaking portion of my savings so I can be ready to buy the right bike at the right moment, and hit the store for some essentials that just cannot wait until Wednesday or Thursday. Upon arriving home I check here (yes, before putting groceries away...) and you'd left a message five minutes before. You're good, really good.

I wouldn't think you should expect to catch up in one day but are you trying to? Everyone happy to see you back?

I've plenty of smiles to send and plenty to keep, even after sharing them with anyone who'd take one today, so here's a little one to keep with you for the rest of your mining time:

:)

always has a smilE for you

My mom went to the podiatrist for plantar fasciitis and he recommended going to a Shoe box store to get some in-soles. The people there recommended "superfeet green" insoles and my mom bought some alongside merrells. I tried them out as well and felt so good that I bought a pair for myself as well.

Congrats on the new job! I hope it's what you and your family needs.

Since you're going to be on your feet all day these here will probably be a lifesaver.

I'm going to be moving into a new apartment tomorrow that has no washer and dryer, so I'm planning on using one of these to do my main laundry in a bucket w/ minimal water and detergent. Should save me a "load" of money and help the planet too I guess...

Congrats on the new job!

Yes, it most definitely does. I'm 6'5' and ~235, so probably a similar but slightly heavier build to you, and I also have flat feet. That fact plays a huge role in all pain you'll have from your feet to your hips. I had some gluteus medius soreness/pain last year and went to PT for it. In the end, my PT concluded and taught me how the flatness of my feet let to my knees turning inward and then other muscles compensate, etc etc etc... Number 1 thing she recommended for me was to do strengthening exercises for all of my legs, lots of stretches for the hips, etc... and for knee pain, you're going to need to do much of the same. Strengthen up your hamstrings as much as you can b/c they support the knee. And, also, invest in some good shoe inserts. I use [these!] (http://www.amazon.com/Superfeet-Green-Premium-Insoles-Womens/dp/B0033BPBD4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1449506568&sr=8-3&keywords=inserts) and highly recommend them. I use them for running mainly, but they're great and help a lot. You can also get custom inserts from a doctor but those are much more expensive and they generally don't seem to be as well suited for sports or running.

I have a pair of boots coming later this week. Although I am hopefully wrong, I am thinking there is a chance they will be a little too big. I have been looking into insoles in case I need to buy a pair. I assume leather would be prefered because it wouldn't trap moisture between the (real) insole/midsole and the new insole I am inserting. However, many of the ones I am seeing (example) are apparently only around 1.5mm-2mm thick. And likely flatten after wearing for a while. For people who find themselves with shoes a half size too big, do leather insoles help at all? Or would I need to be looking to thicker insoles like this or this?

I use Merrells as well, but needed a bit more support so I added Green Superfeet inserts. They definitely helped me with preventing a recurrence of plantar fasciitis during 3rd year.

If it happens often, you might have what's called supination(or underpronation). It's where your foot naturally rolls outward. Example pic

Some people just naturally supinate, but it might be from a condition. I personally was just diagnosed with heel varus and metatarsus adductus. My podiatrist says I'll probably need surgery in like ten years.


If you don't have an actual condition, or even if you do, consider some insoles, and not soft gel insoles. You'll want something with rigid support. Rigid orthotics changed my life. When I have these puppies in, I never want to take my shoes off.

I am currently using Spenco Total Support MAX. The max part is key. The max is the rigid version of the total support.

Another really popular insole is Superfeet Green.

There is also the Superfeet MerinoGREY. They're the exact same model as the green, but have merino wool for more softness and warmth.

Also, don't get like $10 Dr.Scholls inserts from Walmart. Superfeet insoles are the best I've ever tried, and I can move them between pairs of shoes.

P.S. Matt Bomer is awesome