Where Your Footcare Worries Are Laid to Rest
Inside the Lab
When looking at shoes we are looking at 3 things: Density, Stack Height, and Weight. These three things help us determine the stability and the use of each shoe so we can tailor our recommendations so you can remain injury-free
Density (Durometer)
The Density of the shoe determines how firm the material under your foot is. After 10,000 video gait analysis we have found that a more firm material means a more stable structure when you are walking or running.
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Stack Height (mm)
Using a caliper we measure the stack height to determine the amount of material underneath your foot. A higher stack height can lead to more instability depending the activity you are participating, which I something to be cautious of.
Weight (oz)
The weight of the shoe is less important than the first two boxes but still holds its significance. A lighter shoe can help lower fatigue for long runs and strenuous activities.
Bringing the Stats to you with Lab Tags
Every shoe that we sell is measured using 4 data points: Density, Stack Height, Drop, and Weight. This allows us to do a number of things for you. The first is a tool to help figure out what is not working for you. We can compare the shoe that isn't working for you to other stats on the wall so we can avoid similar shoes. The second is being able to identify a stable shoe for people in need of a shoe that corrects irregularities in the gait.
The band saw allows us to cut shoes in half to view the layers of materials within the shoe.
The Art of Cutting Shoes in Half
Visit the Lab Today
We are always brainstorming new ideas to bring to the lab, and although the lab has been a crucial part of the process, we have begun utilizing it more, which has led to a brilliant revamping.
Are you interested in visiting the lab today? You can find us in our Lowell location on 118 Merrimack Street.
