![]() ![]() I really like the 3mm ones as you can use them in Vans Classics, Chuck Taylors and other thin soles vulcanised shoes. They do come with a small semi circular insert you can use and the heel or to lift up the arch to suit the shape of your foot. In case of out of stock sizes, all Flat insoles can be trimmed down to any size while orthotics can only be trimmed down one full size (some fraying of the fabric may occur after cutting).įP Elite Flats – available in 3mm, 5mm & 7mm.Women’s sizing is determined by adding 2 to men’s size eg.Check your shoe’s stock insoles to determine how what thickness FP Insole you should use.A flat foot can choose a simple flat insole if desired but we recommend Orthotics or Gamechangers.A mid arched foot can get both flat or orthotic insoles.This material features in all the FP models. This is their own proprietary material and the stuff they sell to NASA to protect sensitive electronic equipment. And last but not least – Use common sense!Īll FP insoles are made using ELITE KINGFOAM.Footprint Insole Technology is not liable for any injury as a result of using this product, negligent or otherwise. Use common sense – NO, YOU DO NOT KNOW BETTER!.Do not attempt to mold if insole has been punctured or damaged.If using a toaster oven, keep insole away from heating elements as toaster ovens do not accurately control even temperature throughout oven.Do not attempt to mold without adult supervision (even if you are 35, ask your mum).If insole feels too hot, allow it to cool to tolerable temperature before molding.Walk for 5-10 minutes or until arch becomes firm. (5 minutes for thinner insoles – 8 minutes for the thickest) or until arch is soft.FP Insoles Custom Heat Mold Instructions: If you are brave enough to cook your brand new expensive insoles, follow these instructions to a tee. If you tend to burn the bottom of a cake, char your cookies or turn a pizza into plasterboard – THIS TECHNIQUE IS NOT FOR YOU – DO NOT EVEN ATTEMPT IT! When you first put them in your shoes they may feel a little stiff, but as you wear them around for a while they soften up and feel more comfortable.Īlthough only recommended for the Gamechanger and Orthotic models, this process can be used for accelerated break in on ALL FP insoles by heating them up in an oven before wearing them. Are FP insoles heat moldable?Īnd exactly what does heat moldable mean? Most foam insoles will soften up as they heat up, even with the body heat from your feet. Without FP, those poor Besser blocks stand about as much chance of coming away undamaged as an unmasked Trump supporter at an election rally going home without hearing a sniffle. So here is a video with an apples for apples comparison to some of the other leading brands of insoles on the market. ![]() And while most insoles on the market will provide some comfort and protection, the materials they are made of just doesn’t cut it under pressure. ![]() Here is a basic video that demonstrates how FP insoles absorb impact.įP are not the only company to make claims about how much their insoles will protect your feet. They are also used by professional athletes in snowboarding, BMX and even acrobats from Cirque Du Soleil that need to protect their feet just to be able to go to work everyday. Their skate team includes some of the industries heaviest hitters. There is a lot of marketing hype around FP and you may be wondering if it all checks out. But first let’s have a look at some of the technical details and claims FP are making. And most importantly – which ones to select to suit the shoes you will use them with. I’ll give you a bit more info on what each of these models is and what the differences are and what advantages they will provide for you. FP Elite Flats – available in 3mm, 5mm & 7mm.FP Elite – now available in Low, Medium & High.Basically there are 4 different models of FP insoles available. It’s hard to get your head around, so this post is here to break it down. The team have recently updated and expanded their range and there is a lot going on. If you have used them, then you know they really do work. Maybe you have heard of them, if so you will be aware it’s what big gap connoisseurs like Dane Burman, Aaron ‘Jaws’ Homoki, Paul Hart and Dakaota Servold use to protect their feet so they can skate another day. If you haven’t heard of FP insoles (also known as Footprint Insoles) before, it is because they are possibly the worst kept secret in the skateboard industry. All righty team, bear with me as this is a long one and it’s going to get technical. ![]()
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