"I recommend SOLE Custom Footbeds to everyone! I find them more comfortable than other trim to fit footbeds on the market.

I was called to join Team SOLE Custom Footbeds just 3 weeks before Eco-Challenge Fiji Islands.I had not been running or hiking in several months, so my feet were definitely not ready for the abuse they were about to receive in Fiji. SOLE Footbeds were my saving grace. After 6 days of racing up rocky rivers, steep mud infested trails, and sand filled shoes, I had no blisters whatsoever.

I am a big believer in foot support. My favorite endeavour is 12 hour and 24 hour mountain bike racing. Any edge you can find to be more efficient is a big advantage over long distances and I now use Sole Custom Footbeds in my cycling shoes."
- Jason Ruby, Adventure Racer

"The SOLES are way cool! One of my pursuits is Adventure Racing, and I have always had sore feet from the hours of running/hiking on rocky trails. To make matters worse, I have wide feet with high arches, so finding a shoe that fits correctly is difficult. The custom-fit of the SOLES really appealed to me, so I decided to give them a try. I just did my first Adventure Race with them installed in my shoes, and the results are FANTASTIC!!!! After 10.5 hours of non-stop running/hiking/ canoeing/biking, my feet are not sore at all. This is especially impressive because they where "marginal" on race day, from the previous week's 4 hour training hike/run (without SOLES installed, and inferior shoes). The custom-fit makes all the difference, allowing my feet to work perfectly with the shoes. They where very easy to install, although the instructions included do not contain as much info as the video on the web site. Watching the video helped out a lot, might be worth it to include a DVD so people could watch the video at home? I am totally sold on SOLES, and have been recommending them to my friends. My second pair is going into my road-running shoes, can't wait to try them out!"
- Tim Hossfeld, Satisfied Customer   Click here to watch the SOLE Custom Footbeds fit video

"I just wanted to let you know that Joelle Ypma, who participated in the Eco-Challenge as your sponsored athlete, endorsed your product and encouraged me to try your Orthotics by giving me a pair.

I participate in marathons, duathlons, triathlons, ultra distance mountain bike races, etc... I have run with your Orthotics on several occasions ranging from six to fifteen mile runs. Your product is awesome!

I see no difference between my custom orthotics and your product with the exception that your product is more affordable and less weight. I can see where your product among athletes will be a big hit with more product awareness. Nobody in my local area carries your product--Boise, Idaho. I can see where I and other athletes would use your product not only in running shoes, but cycling due to its affordability."
- Steve Vaught, Satisfied Customer

"As an adventure racer, the ability to stay on your feet for long (very long!) periods of time and perform efficiently is vital. The less pain you are in (especially in your feet) on day 4 of an expedition race, the greater the advantage you have over your competitors.

SOLE Custom Footbeds made it possible for my team to compete in the 2002 Eco Challenge in Fiji with absolutely no foot pain or injury. A large number of teams were forced to drop out of the race simply due to foot problems.

I previously wore costly orthotics prescribed by a podiatrist. I have found SOLE Custom Footbeds not only to be much more affordable, but superior in comfort and quality. The ability to mold the footbed in the shoe you will be using keeps your position during activity biomechanically correct. SOLE Custom Footbeds are cushioned, my shoes more comfortable and those extended periods of time on my feet bearable! In my bike shoes, these footbeds allow me to generate a greater amount of force with each pedal stroke by supporting my arch and forefoot and keeping my knees and hips in correct alignment. The footbeds allow more of my energy to be expended on the muscles generating speed and force rather than those keeping my body in correct biomechanical position.

SOLE Custom Footbeds prevent injury and increase my comfort while I race, allowing me to ADVENTURE RACE LONGER!
- Joelle M. Ypma, Adventure Racer, Eco-Challenge 2002, Fiji Islands