SOLE Blog
July 13th, 2010
Get the Right Fit for Your Flips
Who doesn't love "flip-flop weather?" It doesn't matter if you're in sunny Florida and experiencing it, or in snowy Canada and dreaming about it. July is the time to be certain you're fitted with the perfect summer sandals.
June 10th, 2010
Sport Slides Now Available In The UK Web Store
The SOLE Sport Slides are here! (This is proof that good things come to those who wait.) Our newest addition to our sandal line is great for post-run recovery, walking, and general recreation. Currently we have only received the Jet Black colour way. The women's Ruby/Bone colour way will be arriving by the end of June.
June 3rd, 2010
Sport Slides Now Available In The Canadian Web Store
The SOLE Sport Slides are here! (This is proof that good things come to those who wait.) Our newest addition to our sandal line is great for post-run recovery, walking, and general recreation.
June 3rd, 2010
Sport Slides Available Now In The US Web Store
The SOLE Sport Slides are here! (This is proof that good things come to those who wait.) Our newest addition to our sandal line is great for post-run recovery, walking, and general recreation.
May 28th, 2010
Casual Flips On Hold
After much anticipation the Casual Flips have made it to our Distribution Centers. It is a bittersweet arrival, as the new look and cork platform is exceptional, however, we have noticed a few inconsistencies with the fit of the straps. In an effort to continue to bring you the highest quality products, we would like to further research this problem before we send them to market.
May 5th, 2010
Additional 2009 Sport Flip Sizes Added To US Clearance Section
Recently, we were cleaning up our US warehouse and we came across a whack of 2009 Sport Flips. This includes some sizes that were previously sold out. Below is a list of the colors that we have back in stock. Please keep in mind the quantities are low, colors are only available until they are sold out, and this applies to our US Web Store only.
April 14th, 2010
2010 Sport Flips now available for order in the UK web store
After much anticipation, the 2010 Sport Flips are here! Available in a new array of colours, not only will your feet thank you, we are certain your stylist will too! All sizes and colours are now available for order in the UK. Make sure you pick up a pair while supplies last!
April 7th, 2010
2010 Sport Flips now available for order in the USA and Canada
After much anticipation, the 2010 Sport Flips are here! Available in a new array of colors, not only will your feet thank you, we are certain your stylist will too! All sizes and colors are now available for order in Canada and the USA. Make sure you pick up a pair while supplies last!
March 26th, 2010
Jet Black & Java 2010 Women's Sport Flips Now Available Now
Our 2010 Sport Flips have started to arrive! Women's Jet Black and Java are now available for order in the US, UK, and Canadian web stores.
March 26th, 2010
Additional 2009 Sport Flip Colors Moved To Clearance Section
We recently moved additional 2009 Sport Flip colors to our clearance section. Currently this only applies to our US and Canadian stores.
October 26th, 2009
Sport Flips mentioned in Fashion and Footwear Extras magazine
Our Platinum Sandal Sport Flips were mentioned in the latest issue of Footwear & Fashion Extras magazine.
October 15th, 2009
Sport Flips featured in Footwear Today, a UK magazine
Our Platinum Sandals were recently featured in Footwear Today, a UK magazine
October 15th, 2009
Sport Flips recommended in Red, a UK magazine
Our Platinum Sandal Sport Flips were recently recommended in the November issue of Red, a UK magazine.
October 7th, 2009
Enter to win a prize pack from SirJogAlot.com, including a pair of Sport Flips
Head over to SirJogAlot.com and enter to win a prize pack that includes a pair of Platinum Sandal Sport Flips:
October 7th, 2009
Sport Flips mentioned in the Richmond - Twickehham Times
Our Platinum Sandal Sport Flips were recently mentioned in the Richmond - Twickenham Times. Check out the article below:
October 2nd, 2009
SOLE wins best footwear award at the first ever OTS Novel Innovations Awards
A pioneer of technologically advanced and stylish orthopaedic footwear, SOLE is proud to announce that their Platinum Sport Flip has won the Novel Innovations Award for Footwear, at the Outdoor Trade Show (OTS). The OTS Novel Innovations Awards recognise outstanding product innovation and technology and are judged by some of the most recognized journalists, retailers and outdoor personalities in the industry. Judging criteria included: innovation, functionality, workmanship, ergonomics, choice of materials, utility value, environmental friendliness and safety.
"We are thrilled that SOLE has won the Novel Award for footwear innovation. It's an honour that outdoor industry leaders have recognised the performance enhancing benefits, and distinctive shape, that makes the SOLE Platinum Flips so uniquely effective." Kris Harley, SOLE UK General Manager and Sales Director
September 18th, 2009
Sport Flips nominated for OTS Novel Award
SOLE Platinum Sport Flips have been chosen as a Finalist in the OTS Novel Awards. They will be announcing the winners on Monday Sept. 28th at the Outdoor Trade Show.
September 4th, 2009
SOLE Platinum Sandals Featured in Spa Business Magazine
The article points out how our Platinum Sandals are ideal for spa professionals who are working on their feet all day. Here's what it had to say:
A new range of footcare products, aimed at salon professionals, has been launched by SOLE. Based around insole technology, the orthopaedic footwear ...
August 27th, 2009
trailrunningSoul.com review our Platinum Sandals
trailrunningSoul.com recently reviewed our Platinum Sandal Sport Flips. Here's what they had to say:
"All in all, simply the most comfortable flip-flops I've ever had."
August 24th, 2009
The dangers of flimsy flip-flops
Check out this great video that our retailer, Kintec Footlabs, produced using our Platinum Sandal Sport Flips.
August 18th, 2009
Platinum Sandals featured on Fitness-Kit.net
Our Platinum Sandals were recently featured on Fitness-Kit.net. Here's what they had to say:
"Ideal for providing a comfort boost for those who spend many hours on their feet, the podiatrist-approved Platinum Sandal Sport Flip range features SOLE's signature Wear-Mouldable footbed, which gently lifts the user's arch to its optimal position, promoting the wearer's natural gait and the foot's shock absorbing ability."
August 17th, 2009
Platinum Sandals featured in Red, a UK magazine
Our Platinum Sandal Sport Flips are featured in the September issue of Red, a UK magazine.
August 13th, 2009
Platinum Sandals featured in August 13th edition of the Daily Express, a UK newspaper
Our Platinum Sandal Sport Flips are featured in the August 13th edition of the Daily Express. Here's what they had to say:
"Love flip flops but can't find a pair that are comfortable and support your feet? Try this new Platinum Sandal from SOLE. Perfect for walking on holiday, these stylish shoes have special soles which mould to your feet providing alignment, cushioning and comfort while allowing your feet to breathe. They can be worn all day and have been endorsed by podiatrists."
August 12th, 2009
Platinum Sandals featured in Runner's World Magazine
Our Platinum Sandal Sport Flips are featured in the September issue of Runner's World UK. Here's what they had to say:
"Wearing flat-soled footwear can cause injury, so try these sport flip flops instead. The orthopaedic soles mould to the shape of your foot, helping you keep a natural arch position and maintain neutral body alignment. This can help with the healing of plantar fasciitis, says the maker."
August 10th, 2009
SOLE Sport Flips named Outside Magazine's favorite footwear of the summer
Our SOLE Platinum Sandal Sport Flips were recently named as Outdoor Magazine's favorite footwear of the summer!
"A true orthopedic sandal, especially helpful for those with plantar fasciitis, the Sport Flips feel like they were custom-made for your foot the first time you wear them"
August 4th, 2009
Our Platinum Sandals are featured in the September issue of Men's Fitness Magazine
"Sport recovery never felt, and looked, so good.
Athletes know that adequate rest is essential to high-level performance. The body repairs and strengthens itself in the time between training, so why put something on your feet that slows down recovery?
August 4th, 2009
Lakeland Walker Magazine reviews our Platinum Sandals
"I have never been one for slopping around in flip-flops after a hard day on the trail, simply because I have always found them to be uncomfortable due to their unsupportive nature. At last, SOLE has come up with the perfect solution with the Platinum Sandal Sport Flip, featuring the company's signature footbed which moulds to the contours of your foot to create a custom orthopaedic fit, thus encouraging neutral alignment and balance. Other highlights include a metatarsal pad, arch support and a contoured heel cup. The Sport Flips are available in both men's and women's styles, in a variety of colours."
August 4th, 2009
stillGorgeous.com review our Platinum Sandals
"I have to say they were so comfortable I didn't really want to take them off! They were supportive and the toe strap, that in many standard flips flops isn't always a pleasure to wear, flexed perfectly with the movement of my foot."
July 21st, 2009
Mountain Gazette calls the SOLE Sport Flips 'sensuous'
"It's easy to settle for mediocre flip-flops. They're just slabs of foam, right? Wrong. Slip into SOLE's Sport Sandals and you'll never ever look at another. The orthopedic design and moldable top layer ensures that every step is like making sweet, sweet loving. I dig wearing sandals, but my arch-less flippers can rarely handle them for long. These sensuous numbers are the finally the ticket to all-day active comfort."
July 21st, 2009
Competitor Magazine praises our Sport Flips
Competitor Magazine recently praised our Sport Flips. Here's what they had to say:
"Hardworking feet deserve unconditional support. Enter SOLE's new Platinum Sandal offering orthopedic support approved by the American Podiatric Association."
July 21st, 2009
Student Research Determines Best Flip-Flops for Feet
"Though convenience and trendiness most often replace healthy, new types of flip-flops may provide the comfort that the body actually supports.
Justin Shroyer, graduate student in kinesiology, along with a research team in the biomechanics laboratory conducted a study on the effects flip-flops might have on the body.
Shroyer said SOLE and Chacos support more of the foot and arch. He said he prefers the SOLE brand and even owns a pair.
According to their Web sites, SOLE flip-flops have a cushioned arch to give the support the foot needs. Chacos are structured to control the inner movement of the foot to help prevent pain or harm to the body as well."
July 21st, 2009
Natural Health Magazine features our Platinum Sandals
Our Platinum Sandals are featured in the August issue of Natural Health Magazine. Here's what they had to say:
"Walk tall with these fab new SOLE Sport Flips, from yoursole.co.uk, which feature a footbed that moulds to the contours of your foot, lifting your arch to its optimal position, encouraging neutral alignment and balance."
July 9th, 2009
Triathlete's World Magazine reviews our Platinum Sandals
The August 2009 issue of Triathlete's World Magazine includes a review of our Platinum Sandals. Here's what they had to say:
"You could probably wear these sport flip flops for everything pre- and post-race. The first time you slip them on they feel like old friends, which is in large part thanks to the top layer of EVA foam that sits underneath your feet and gradually moulds and shapes to you. The result is a sandal that supports, cradles and cushions your feet and is a pleasure to wear."
July 8th, 2009
Competitor.com reviews our Platinum Sandals
Recently Competitor.com reviewed our Platinum Sandals. Here's what they had to say:
"I have a slightly high arch and some on and off nagging heel pain, and these sandals offered the right amount of support while at the same time allowing me to wear cute sandals that didn't scream Grateful Dead Head (not that there's anything wrong with that).
The SOLE Sport Flips ($69.95) are the custom-made Gucci suit of the performance sandal world"
July 7th, 2009
Prima magazine reviews our Platinum Sandals
Our Platinum Sandals were recently reviewed in Prima magazine. Here's what they had to say:
"If you love the airy freedom of flip-flops, it's worth investing in a pair of SOLE Sport Flips. Standard flip-flops don't support your feet and can inflict damage, but these will keep your feet in tip-top condition all summer long. Available in a myriad fashionable colours, they offer cushioning, flexibility and protection, through a foot bed that moulds to the contours of your own foot."
July 7th, 2009
The-Beauty-Pages.com reviews our Platinum Sandals
Our Platinum Sandals were recently reviewed at The-Beauty-Pages.com. Here's what they had to say:
"They are - beauty products and Cadbury Freddos aside - my best pregnancy buy (BPB) so far... They are a dream to wear: light, comfortable and supportive, and unlike other shoes that make similar claims, these actually look good."
June 30th, 2009
Fitness Magazine praises the arch support in the SOLE Platinum Sandal Sport Flips
Our Sport Flips appear in the July issue of Fitness Magazine. Here's what they had to say:
"These sandals massaged my arches after I ran a marathon."
June 10th, 2009
Platinum Sandals featured in the June 16th issue of OK! Magazine
Our Platinum Sandal Sport Flips are featured in the June 16th, 2009 issue of OK! Magazine. Here's what they had to say:
"Features a footbed which moulds to the contours of your own foot to provide a shock-absorbing custom fit."
June 10th, 2009
Platinum Sandals featured on womenandhome.com
Our Platinum Sandals were recently featured on womenandhome.com. Here's what they had to say:
"Now you can have comfort all day without suffering the consequences later on, with these gorgeous sandals designed for sheer foot bliss."
June 8th, 2009
Platinum Sandals featured in the July issue of Psychologies magazine
Our Platinum Sandals are featured in the July issue of Psychologies magazine. Here's what they had to say:
"It's a stylish orthopaedic flip flop with a 'wear mouldable' footbed. In other words, after wearing for a just a few days, the sole becomes contoured to your shape, supporting the arch of the foot, which in turn aligns the joints and reduces the risk of injury."
June 3rd, 2009
Platinum Sandals featured in the July 2009 issue of Runner's World magazine
Our Platinum Sandals are featured in the July 2009 issue of Runner's World magazine. Here's what they had to say:
"For the beach, choose a sports-specific flip flop like the new Platinum sandals from SOLE, which have an inbuilt heel cup to keep the back of the foot steady."
May 27th, 2009
SOLE Platinum Sandals featured in the May/June issue of Child magazine
Our SOLE Platinum Sandals are featured in the May/June issue of Child
May 27th, 2009
SOLE Platinum Sandals featured in the Summer 2009 Edition of Breathe Magazine
Our SOLE Platinum Sandals are featured in the Summer 2009 Edition of Breathe Magazine.
May 22nd, 2009
Enter to win a pair of Platinum Sandals from Healthy Magazine
Healthy Magazine recently launched a contest to win a pair of our SOLE Platinum Sandals. Residents of the UK can enter to win a pair of our Sport Flips up until June 27, 2009. No purchase is necessary, click here to enter now.
May 19th, 2009
BelieveInTheRun.com review our Platinum Sandals
BelieveInTheRun recently posted a great review on our Platinum Sandals.
"I did not feel any foot fatigue after wearing the Sport Flips all day. My arch was supported and the cushioning softened the blows of walking on concrete surfaces."
May 15th, 2009
SOLE Platinum Sandals reviewed in the NY Times
On Thursday, our Platinum Sandals were reviewed in the NY Times! Here's an excerpt from the review:
"This sandal bears the American Podiatric Medical Association seal of acceptance, meaning that the shoe was put through a series of tests to verify its manufacturers' claims, and it passed. "The footbed molds to the foot, and the sandal is much more supportive than a typical flip-flop," Dr. Christina said. "In fact, it was the most supportive sandal in the test." He noted that while he doesn't like thong-style sandals, he didn't find the toe strap of this one "overly irritating." The placement of the strap toward the rear of the footbed also means the sandals don't slap when you walk."
May 6th, 2009
ParentingWithoutTears.com reviews Platinum Sandals
There's a great review up of our Platinum Sandals at ParentingWithoutTears.com.
"I'm a complete convert and can't wait to wear them on holiday!"
Click here to read the entire review.
April 23rd, 2009
SOLE Platinum Sandals reviewed in the June '09 edition of Running Fitness magazine
"SOLE says the Platinum Sandal is ideal to wear post run, when you want to cool off, and having tested them in the Canary Islands recently, we'd have to agree. The shoes do actually mould to your feet over the course of a week - not only can you feel the change, but you can see it too. These means that they become more comfortable as time goes by - unlike most flip flops which provide no support and tend to feel like they're dislocating your big toe!"
Please click the link below to read the entire review:
April 14th, 2009
SOLE Platinum Sandals featured in The Daily Mail
SOLE Platinum Sandals were recently featured in England's The Daily Mail newspaper.
January 7th, 2009
SOLE Platinum Sandals appear in the Canoe & Kayak holiday gift guide
Canoe & Kayak were kind enough to include SOLE Platinum Sandals in their 2008 holiday gift guide.
January 6th, 2009
New US Platinum Sandal Pricing!
SOLE Platinum Sandals are now available in the US webstore for the new low price of $69.95!
September 11th, 2008
SOLE Sandals Featured in Runner's World Magazine
The August issue of Runner's World Magazine has a review of our new sandals on page 88.
August 28th, 2008
The Gear Junkie Loves SOLE's Flips
Stephen Regenold, adventurer, writer and renowned gear junkie tested out various technical flip-flop sandals on the market and here is what he had to say about our Flips
July 16th, 2008
The Denver Post Raves About SOLE Platinum Sandals
Yesterday's Denver Post had a nice write-up on our new SOLE Platinum Sandals.