Alternatives to SheepFeet

[MtnTamer14]

Are there any decent alternative companies to Sheepfeet? Would be interested to see what else is out there, especially with the Western Hunting Shop coming up next month. Thanks

 

[eamyrick]

I’m using Superfeet green. I also have $400 custom orthotics and prefer the Superfeet. I have them in 6-7 pair of shoes. Just ran a 50k trail race in them and have them in my Crispi Lapponias.

 

[jonnyviceroy]

+1 for superfeet. There are some really solid trail options. Just pick your cushion preference and they have a guide on their site.

 

[feanor]

I’ve used some tread labs inserts and they seem to be pretty good. It’s probably most useful to map out your foot arch etc and get the right fit, versus settling on a certain brand.

 

[cbuck516]

I have sheep feet inserts, but actually prefer the superfeet hike support or hike cushion insoles in all of my boots these days. I found that the sheep feet insoles were just way too thick and created excess crowding in my toe box area. I quit losing toenails once I gave up on the sheep feet

 

[WstrnCP]

I recently switched from Superfeet to Sole. I’ve been impressed by the models with met pads.

Active Thick with Met Pad - SOLE

The most cushioning footbed with a built-in metatarsal pad for incredible forefoot comfort. Built on our incredibly durable EVA base, this footbed supports the foot's bones in their natural positioning and spread, to offer relief from forefoot pain associated with conditions like Metatarsalgia...

yoursole.com

 

[cwitt]

SOLE with the thick blue cork bottoms.

 

[MtnTamer14]

I have sheep feet inserts, but actually prefer the superfeet hike support or hike cushion insoles in all of my boots these days. I found that the sheep feet insoles were just way too thick and created excess crowding in my toe box area. I quit losing toenails once I gave up on the sheep feet

Do you have a preference of the two? I've got a pair of Crispi Colorados and the sole just feels dead when I walk, I see that the cushion says soft, do you feel like it is too soft? Thanks for the suggestion

 

[MtnTamer14]

SOLE with the thick blue cork bottoms.

Do you have any issue with the thick making your boots too tight? Anything make you choose the cork over the EVA? Thanks for the suggestion

 

[MtnTamer14]

I recently switched from Superfeet to Sole. I’ve been impressed by the models with met pads.

Active Thick with Met Pad - SOLE

The most cushioning footbed with a built-in metatarsal pad for incredible forefoot comfort. Built on our incredibly durable EVA base, this footbed supports the foot's bones in their natural positioning and spread, to offer relief from forefoot pain associated with conditions like Metatarsalgia...

yoursole.com

Curious what made you switch?

 

[cwitt]

Do you have any issue with the thick making your boots too tight? Anything make you choose the cork over the EVA? Thanks for the suggestion

I have never had an issue with them making boots too tight but I am sure it’s possible depending on your foot shape and the boot. They’re a bit thicker than something like the Crispi insole from the factory but not by much. They do offer a medium size, orange/red I believe, but I found them to be less comfortable.

I bought the blue/cork to use in a set of work boots maybe 7 years ago and have steadily added to every pair of boots since because they’ve worked so well for me. What drew me to the cork originally was the ability to heat them in the oven and mold them to my feet. They then continue to form to your foot over time.

I can usually find them for $40-50 on Amazon so if they don’t work for you or in the boots you want them to then you’re not out too much.

 

[199p]

I have never had an issue with them making boots too tight but I am sure it’s possible depending on your foot shape and the boot. They’re a bit thicker than something like the Crispi insole from the factory but not by much. They do offer a medium size, orange/red I believe, but I found them to be less comfortable.

I bought the blue/cork to use in a set of work boots maybe 7 years ago and have steadily added to every pair of boots since because they’ve worked so well for me. What drew me to the cork originally was the ability to heat them in the oven and mold them to my feet. They then continue to form to your foot over time.

I can usually find them for $40-50 on Amazon so if they don’t work for you or in the boots you want them to then you’re not out too much.

Or use them with the next pair of boots ans go up in size

if they give a tight toe box you can also move the laced up one run i do this with most of my boots

 

[cbuck516]

Do you have a preference of the two? I've got a pair of Crispi Colorados and the sole just feels dead when I walk, I see that the cushion says soft, do you feel like it is too soft? Thanks for the suggestion

I have yet to see a high quality boot that comes with an insole that is worth leaving in the boot. There is nothing that is too soft about any of the superfeet insoles I have tried. I own three other pairs as well. I can use either in my Crispi but I think each person will have a unique preference based on their foot shape. I keep a variety of insoles on hand for the various footwear I use them in because they don’t feel the same in every boot. When you find the right combo it will have that glass slipper fit.
My son has some issues with his Achilles tendon and his podiatrist recommended some insoles with added structure. I used the insole finder on the superfeet website to figure out which insole would work best for him and we were fortunate to get it right with the first order. There are only a few options that you can find locally around me so we just had to pick one and try it out. Maybe you should try that insole finder on their website?