Rolling the prices WAAAAY back!

You have to do your feet and body a favor and check out these fantastic prices on Z-CoiL Footwear!   Selection and quantity won't last long so come in early to take advantage of this great offer.

Happy Thanksgiving! Check out our latest newsletter!

I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving Holiday.  It is truly a time to be thankful for everything we have, including our loyal customers. 

Check out the great deals that we have for you until the end of the year!  Click here...

Somnio Casual Shoes have arrived!

And boy are they comfortable.  Leather uppers in two styles that will make getting through the day much easier.  The Corporate Climber is great for all day wear, hiking, or work.  The Boardwalk for men is a nice looking casual/semi-dress shoe for retail, restaurant work or everyday wear. 

They look and feel great!  Click here for more information.

Our latest newsletter is out!

If you haven't checked it out, you better get to it now!  Specials on Z-Walkers, sandals and Aetrex.  Click here to get your own copy.  And while you are at it, sign up so you don't miss a single issue!

Stable versus unstable rocker shoes - What's the difference?

There is a lot of hype in the market right now about rocker sole shoes and what they can do for you. The market is growing at an unbelievable rate. One of the most popular is the Skecher Shape-up. What people do not realize is that there are two categories of rocker sole shoes: stable and unstable.

The unstable rocker sole shoes, like Skecher and MBT, allow your foot to move in all planes. In other words, not only just back to front, but also a lot of side to side motion. This works your core muscles more and is touted to tone all of the muscles in the legs. This works well for many if they have no medical conditions. One of the issues with an unstable rocker shoe is that if you have issues with flat feet, overpronation, weak ankles or weak knees, they can actually make matters worse. There is a class action lawsuit right now about exaggerated claims and injuries regarding these shoes.

The stable rocker shoes, like Z-CoiL and Tenevis, are more controlled and prevent a lot of the side to side motion so your gait cycle is more secure. Your body moves in the direction that it is supposed to move. Your alignment is better and you do not have as much rocking and rolling in your joints. The impact reduction and smoother gait makes you feel great.

Our philosophy at this point is to carry shoes that help you, not hurt you! If you are in the market for a rocker shoe, try Z-CoiL or Tenevis before you buy one of the unstable rockers. Your body will thank you as a result.

Our latest newsletter is out!

We have some great specials going on for the month of October.  This includes the popular Z-Walker at $185, Spenco and Fitflop sandals at 20% off and most of our Aetrex footwear at 30% off!  These are some really great deals but they won't last long.  Come on in now for the savings!  Here is a link to our latest newsletter.  Enjoy!

It's a pain scale from 1 to 10!

We are trying to do our best to meet the needs of all of our customers.  Some people that come into the store have minimal pain, maybe in their heel, and some people have severe pain in various parts of their bodies.  We are on a quest to find the right solutions for everyone.

OeTZI3300 Suede

Take for instance a person who has minor plantar fasciitis with minimal pain in their heel.  The OeTZI3300 has great arch support and a gel pad in the heel.  Or maybe just a Lynco orthotic with a cupped heel pad and great support will meet their needs.  An Aetrex shoe, which is double depth to provide room for your orthotic and accommodates hammertoes well, is also a great choice in this arena.  Or an Arcopedico to ease the pressure on the bunion works well for many people.

Somnio Runaissance

Someone who has pain in the ball of the foot will do well with a pair of Somnio's and a Cluffy Wedge since we can adjust the amount of cushioning in the shoe.  We can also adjust the arch support and resolve pronation issues with the Somnio with the different various wedges and insoles that they provide.  These shoes are great for runners or people that are on their feet all day.

Z-CoiL Bella

Customers with more severe pain are best suited with Z-CoiL Pain Relief Footwear or Tenevis to really reduce the impact on their whole skeletal system.  Both are rocker shoes that ease the impact on either the heel or the ball of the foot.  Of course, these shoes also work well on any level in the pain scale.

Tenevis La Jolla

We try to meet your needs, whether it is a one or a ten!  And we are always on a quest to find more solutions for your issues...  whether it be pain related or just dog-tired after a hard day at work!  So, give is a try and see what we can do for you. 

It is all about "customized comfort and freedom from pain"!

The OeTZI3300 has arrived!

The OeTZI3300 is a very unique shoe made with oiled suedes or canvas with a breathable yet stretch sock liner and a cork footbed designed for comfor that gradually molds to the individual footscape. They also contain a gel insert in the heel for impact reduction with every step. The antimicrobial cork foootbed combined with the soft sued or canvas upper provides an unparalleled walking experience!

OeTZI3300 takes you on a journey back in time to a prehistoric man called "Oetzi" who has been carbon dated to 3300 B.C. His mummified body, unveiled from his frozen state by global warming was wearing nothing more than the basic essentials he needed for survival - gear for protection and warmth, as well as a unique pair of shoes.

Inspired by the simple yet functional design of Oetzi's shoes, OeTZI3300 needed to be environmentally responsible and promote the art of well being. They are remastering the essentials from the past in a fresh and relevant way. They use no glues in their shoes and are also a part of a project that is working to provide financial assistance to the Arthritis foundation, since Oetzi's body showed signs of arthritis.

We are currently carrying the classic suede and the black/white canvas styles. A truly remarkable shoe at a great price, I am sure you will love how they feel on your feet!

Introducing Tenevis!

We have found a great new shoe for women that is specifically designed for walking. Imagine a shoe that will reduce the impact by 40%, change your posture, tone your legs, and reduce pain. The Tenevis shoe is an incredible shoe that will do all that plus it is adjustable! We can vary the amount of cushioning in the heel, add an orthotic or build up the arch support to fit your needs. The Tenevis La Jolla's are the cutting edge of technology at a very affordable price. People describe them as "walking on air". Lightweight and comfortable for standing on your feet all day or walking miles.

They have a second style, the Cardiff, which is similar to the Sketcher Shape-up, but better quality at a price tag less than $100. A double rocker sole that is extremely cushioned and stable.

Tenevis produced a limited number of shoes for the United States market to test the waters and they are flying off of the shelves. There are only a handful of dealers in the United States, and we happen to be lucky enough to be one of them. These shoes are limited at this time, but if you want a soft, cushioned ride, you have to come in and try these! You can find out more information by watching this video here.

San Francisco store closing July 27, 2010

We regret to inform you that the San Francisco store closed on July 27, 2010. We are still available to service your need in the San Jose location at 2077 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA 95124. (408) 558-9596. The parking is free and plentiful and the tax rate is less plus there are lots of great restaurants in the plaza to chose from.

If you are a previous San Francisco location customer and need more shoes, give us a call and we may be able to customize them and ship them to you by mail.

Thanks for your understanding.

Come join us for a Somnio Fitting event and receive a free hat!

Somnio will be hosting a special fitting event at our San Jose store on Saturday, July 24, 2010 from 10am to 7pm. Company representatives will be on hand to answer any of your questions and fit you in the most comfortable running shoe that you have ever had on your feet! Buy a pair of customized Somnio shoes and receive a free run hat.

We are locatd at 2077 Camden Ave in the Camden Park shopping center at the corner of Camden and Union Ave in San Jose. We hope to see you there!

To read more about Somnio shoes, visit our website at www.ez-shoes.com/somnio.htm.

The July Newsletter is out!

We have several new products in our San Jose store, including shoes by Somnio, Alegria, Arcopedico and a new one that has just come into the states. Our focus has expanded and we are adding products that are customizable, comfortable and help with pain related issues and fatigue. We want you to enjoy life and will do everything we can to make that possible! Come in and try on some of the new styles.

Don't Call Them Flip-Flops: Spenco Total Support Sandals | Practical Travel Gear

Here's a great article about the Spenco Total Support Sandals. We are having a hard time keeping them in stock! They have fantastic arch support and are super comfortable. You gotta come in and try some on. Summer is here as evidenced by the 94 degree weather this week!

Don't Call Them Flip-Flops: Spenco Total Support Sandals Practical Travel Gear

Our latest newsletter is out!

Our latest newsletter just hit our site. Click here for your copy or to sign up for our mailing list. We do not sell, trade or give away your information. It is always safe with us! We frequently run subscriber-only specials, so if you are looking for deals that are not on our website, subscribe today.

Right now, we are offering a discount for today and tomorrow (June 19-20, 2010) to get your dad something special for Father's Day! Hurry and don't miss the great price. We also have other gifts that are great for your Dad, like soft, comfortable, cushioned Thorlo and Aetrex socks or how about some Xtenex laces to make their tie shoe into a slip on. They will be in your thoughts every day as they get dressed! Just no tie, OK?

Happy Father's Day to all you Dad's out there! I hope you have a great day with your family. I have to work... :-(

Somnio Running Shoes - our latest addition!

Over the course of the last two years, we began a search for other products that could assist people in their quest for pain relief and came across several different products which our customers love.

Our latest product, Somnio Running shoes, are very adjustable and allow us to tailor the shoe to meet a person's specific issue. We can make the heel strike or ball of the foot softer, we can deal with pronation issues and also handle different arch types. It is one of the only shoes, besides my tried and true Z-CoiL shoes, that I can actually wear for a full day without having pain in my hip and my knees. It is really exciting technology and customers that have purchased them are raving about their comfort.

If you want a shoe that is more lightweight than Z-CoiL footwear, then come in and give these a shot. Great for walking, running or standing on your feet all day.

I haven't blogged for almost two years now...

All of our current news and specials are sent out via email monthly so if you want to be included, please visit www.ez-shoes.com/news.htm and sign-up! You won't miss any of our specials, recipes, health articles and more! Someday, I will get back to blogging... I hope!