The Sanuk Shoe Difference
Monday, 22. June 2009
Sported by mountain climbers and surfers, Sanuk sandals are a hybrid shoe/sandal unlike anything else. Founded in 1997, the original Sanuks were made of carpet and inner tubes. Today, the company strives to make shoes that are as functional as they are funky. So, what makes Sanuks so different? So much better?
One of the most popular Sunuk shoe, the Sidewalk Surfers, come with the following disclaimer: Sorry if you were hoping to find some high-tech springs, coils, pumps, or air-bags. You just won’t find them here. After walking naturally in these, though, we’re confident that you won’t want to wear anything else…but then again, what do we know, we’re just a bunch of surfers in sandals.
Sanuk sports what they call their “Barefoot Un-Technology.” in their Sanuk Vagabonds, a popular Sidewalk Surfer. This shoe features a sandal bottom with shoe upper, combining the year-round style of a shoe with the unmatched comfort of a sandal.
Sanuk mens and Sanuk womens styles alike feature the benefits of Barefoot Un-Technology, allowing the wearer to experience the benefits of walking naturally. According to Sanuk, the rigid stitch-down boards and shanks found in most athletic shoe create un-natural control while their products allow your feet to bend correctly, utilizing and strengthening the many muscles in the foot involved in the processmuscles that would otherwise be stagnant.
Sidewalk Surfers and thongs adjust naturally to the terrain underneath your feet. Rock climbers, surfers and other active people know how important it its for their feet to function naturally, whenever possible.
The loose upper on a Sidewalk Surfer allows your foot to fully spread. This allows for maximum shock absorption. Most shoes limit this natural shock absorption mechanism of the foot by trying to rigidly control it. Unlike athletic shoes, thongs have no shims or rigid board build in. This allow your foot to “fee” the terrain better, obtain better balance and in the long run makes your foot stronger.
If you’re looking for a comfortable and casual style, consider Sanuks. Available in a variety of styles for women, men and children. Also, they are build with eco-friendly hemp uppers and line. Sanuks are not only different, they are definitely better.