Our Personal FIT Process

At Fleet Feet Sports, we believe that quality shoes that fit your feet well and are appropriate for your foot type can be the most important piece of equipment.

We offer a wide selection of shoes to meet your various needs. To ensure we offer the best selection for our customers, we are constantly wear-testing and evaluating new styles and brands.

Stop in and see our FIT experts, experience the FITlosophy and make sure you are properly FIT.  You may be surprised.  We currently carry:

ALWAYs THOUGHT BUNIONS WERE HEREDITARY? THINK AGAIN.

WHAT CAUSES BUNIONS?
by Jeff Gray, C.Ped. Superfeet Director of Education and Training

A common misperception is that bunions are hereditary. It's really not the bunion itself, but the degree of rear/midfoot pronation you are born with that is hereditary. High heels are also often blamed as bunion instigators, but it's mainly ill-fitting shoes and the shape of the shoe itself that help accelerate the growth of a bunion.
Because a bunion is simply a symptom of excessive pronation in the rearfoot, it's very important to use a supportive insole or orthotic that is designed to stabilize your heel area. Once the rearfoot is stabilized, you are less likely to experience excessive motion or friction in the forefoot and the ball of the foot, where bunions usually occur. It's equally important to make sure that your shoes have plenty of room around the common bunion growth area. Sacrificing comfort for style in shoes that increase friction, rubbing or pressure at the ball of the foot just isn't worth a bunion later!

Why does excessive motion and friction in the forefoot cause bunions? Because when direct pressure is put on a bone in a joint area, fluid build-up and soft tissue inflammation occur, and soon the bone starts to grow. The appearance of a bunion lets you know immediately that the area is experiencing too much motion, instability, and friction.

The best news about bunions is that they are preventable. By understanding that pronation of the rear/midfoot predisposes the forefoot to bunion symptoms, you can treat your pronation before you have to treat a bunion.

If you or someone you know suffers from bunion discomfort, come see a Fleet Feet FIT specialist today. By evaluating your feet and your footwear we can make recommendations on inserts and future footwear to minimize your pain. We carry a full selection of Superfeet insoles that work great in your athletic footwear, cleats, and dress shoes for men and women! Don't suffer anymore! Stop in at anytime during regular business hours. If you prefer, you can make an appointment by emailing us.

Orthoheel sandals - the healthy flip flop

Like wearing an Orthotic without the shoe

Don't let foot pain cast a shadow on your fun in the sun this summer. Orthaheel healthy flip flops feature built-in arch support and deep heel cups. These therapeutic flip flop are so comfortable, you'll feel almost as if you have an orthotic strapped to your feet.

Fleet Feet has a variety of sizes, colors and styles. Come on by and treat your feet!