Adidas 1

The Adidas 1 is the newest impact reduction footwear on the market retailing at $250. So, we decided to test them out to see how they performed against the Z-CoiL footwear. Adidas describes them as follows:

- Using a magnetic sensor beneath the heel, the adidas_1 monitors changes in impact, pace and ground condition 1,000 times per second.
- A tiny microprocessor, beneath the arch, is the brain of the shoe; capable of 5 million decisions every second; It reads the data from the sensor and uses it to figure out the level of cushioning you need.
- Then the microprocessor sends instructions to a small but powerful motor that adjusts the cushioning level to give you the optimal level of performance

Sounds great, right? Well, my 16 year old cross country track runner decided to put them to the test. Here's a brief synopsis of the shoe from Matt:

"I am a 16 year old cross country runner for Los Gatos High School who has experienced severe pain in my knees due to growing pains. The terrain that I ran was a combination of asphalt roads, running trails and mountain dirt trails. It varied from very flat to very steep with most of it being on hilly terrain. It has 5 different softness settings, so I set it on the softest to help with my knee issues.

"The shoe was much heavier than any of my other running shoes due to the extra weight of the magnet, spring, cable and microprocessor. The material on the shoe was very stiff and I received blisters in the heel and on the side of the ball of my foot the first time I ran in them. After some modifications of the heel and some point stretching on the ball, the blister issue was resolved. The front sole of the shoe, though, was stiff which made going up hill difficult. They did reduce the impact on my knees and reduce the pain while running.

"After 67 miles and less than two weeks, the right shoe started rattling and felt different than the left shoe. The magnet had come loose in the heel and the microprocessor was not sensing the impact correctly, causing issues with my right knee. I exchanged those for a new pair, made the same adjustments for the heel and ball of the foot and began the trial again. After 34 miles and less than one week, the left shoe was rattling and once again the magnet had come loose. This time, the shoe would constantly adjust itself from soft to hard to soft again while running! These wreaked havoc on my knees to say the least! It was decided not to try a third pair for fear of causing injury.

"I would not recommend these shoes to anyone!" concludes Matt.

As you can see, the shoe did not hold up. With the Z-CoiL's, we can replace and repair the heel if necessary. Also, the uppers of the Z-CoiL are much softer and can be stretched easily if necessary. We have no batteries nor microprocessors so the longevity of the shoe is greater and care of the shoe is much easier.

Revolutionize the shoe industry? I don't think so... at least not with the Adidas 1.

Till later,
Caesar...

Hip day!

Today was an interesting day in that all customers had hip issues!

The first person of the day had already undergone two hip replacements and it was time to get one replaced again. Just like our "real" hips, artificial hips will wear out to. This young lady came into the store limping and it was evident that she was in pain. She tried on a pair of Z-CoiL's and walked around a bit. After just a few moments, she just stood in one place, shifting her weight from one leg to another and said "Hmmmmmm." I asked if that was a good "Hmmmmmm" or a bad "Hmmmmmm!" She replied that she could not believe it but her hip wasn't hurting! She walked around a bit more, but decided she needed to do some more research on Z-CoiL's before she took the plunge and invested in this unique footwear. I think she will be back... and she's probably reading this as I write!

Another person had a hip replacement and her other hip was starting to go. She did not want to go through another surgery at age 71, so that brought her into our store. After wearing them for awhile, her daughter noticed that she was not limping in the Z-CoiL's! It took awhile to fit her due to her pronation, but I think we got it!

There were several other hip issues also, and we managed to get Z-CoiL's on their feet and in all cases, the pain was greatly reduced or totally disappeared.

The bottom line is that the natural shock absorption that we have does wear out over time. Z-CoiL's add that shock reduction back, supplementing what you have left, and the net effect is that the pain is reduced or eliminated!

Till later,
Caesar...

Another free pair given away!

One of our great customers, Marilyn Carstens, came in to purchase a pair of the bone sandals and in the process qualified to claim a free pair of Z-CoiL's as she reached her referral target of 10 people that purchased footwear.

Marilyn is the kind of person who doesn't do it because she wants the credit, but instead she does it because she wants to help people! She hands out many cards and doesn't even give her name as the referral to the people.

"I just want them to be pain free and enjoy a better life," says Marilyn.

While she was in the store, she saw someone walking by that she knew could use Z-CoiL's and she literally herded the person into the store. Once we got the shoes on this person's feet, she was in love and purchased because the pain in her feet was much less.

You can view Marilyn's story by clicking here!

Our thanks go out to Marilyn and her husband Patrick for their work in making people's life easier through the use of Z-CoiL's!

Till later,
Caesar...

Sunshine the Clown!

Sunshine The Clown came into our store today to buy a new pair of Z-CoiL's! Sunshine purchased her first pair in New Orleans in March, 2004. She is on her feet all day when she is performing and travels all over the Bay area doing shows at parties, Fisherman's Wharf, and North Beach. As you can imagine, being on your feet all day can put quite a strain on your body, and she had issues with her hips and her feet.

Since she has been wearing Z-CoiL's, her pain has disappeared and she is able to put on that great big smile for her audience as she makes various balloon characters for children of all ages! As you can see, her balloon creations are not the typical wham-bam-your-done type, but are REAL creations. She was voted best in America for her work!

I'm glad that Z-CoiL's can allow her to continue this fun and exciting work!

Make sure you visit her web site at www.thesunshineshow.com.

Till later,
Caesar...

Almost forgot it!

I had a customer come into the store earlier this week using a walker. He had severe back issues which caused him to use a walker. He tried on several styles and decided on the Freedom 2000's. It was incredible to see his posture change, and he walked around the store for over 40 minutes without the use of his walker! He was sold and purchased the Z-CoiL's.

On the way out, I had to remind him to take his walker with him! Truly amazing...

Till later,
Caesar...

Taos and Zueco Straps are in!

The company has been out of these styles for several months, but we finally have them in stock! The Taos Strap also comes in white for that summer look.



Come on down and get yours today!

Caesar@ez-shoes.com

Testimonial - Christine and John Woodard

Pictured above is Christine, John and Angelina Woodard from Lemoore, CA.

Christine bought her first pair of Z-CoiL's from The Shoe Safari in Silverdale Washington in November of 2003. She suffers from fibromyalgia, arthritis and bad knees. FMS (fibromyalgia syndrome) is a widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue disorder for which the cause is still unknown. Fibromyalgia means pain in the muscles, ligaments, and tendons – the soft fibrous tissues in the body. Most patients with FMS say that they ache all over. Their muscles may feel like they have been pulled or overworked. Sometimes the muscles twitch and at other times they burn. More women than men are afflicted with FMS, and it shows up in people of all ages.

"I read about Z-CoiL's in the local newspaper," says Christine. "I was in need of another pair of shoes, so I thought I would check them out."

"The Z-CoiL's have helped my knees and other areas of pain," she continues. "It has made it a lot easier for me to walk on cement surfaces. I find them very comfortable and I can use them for everything that I do!"

She liked them so much, she introduced them to her husband, John. He is in the U.S. Navy and had a pinched sciatica nerve in his left back side.

"I bought my Z-CoiL's as a result of my wife telling me how her Z-CoiL's had alleviated her pain," says John. "My pain in my left back side caused me to limp. It was painful to sit down, stand up and get in or out of a vehicle."

"Three months after I bought my Z-CoiL's, I had no pain left in my back side! Since I am still in the Navy, my military doctor authorized me to go ahead and replace my military work boots with Z-CoiL's Z-Duty work boots, which are far more comfortable to wear!" concludes John.

Both of them have two pair and traveled 3 hours to get a new set of coils and some slight adjustments.

Till later,
Caesar...

When should I replace my coil?

This is an interesting question that there is no real scientific way to answer! We normally see that people get a year to a year and a half out of a set of coils. We have had some people wear them out in 8 months and others have lasted over two years.

In most cases, it is evident... the rubber is worn through to the metal coil, so it is definitely time to get a new set!

I had a not-so-obvious one this week. A customer had her shoes for about 21 months and there was still rubber left on the heel. She was complaining about the fact that she felt she was walking on the outside of the shoe and this was causing cramps in her foot. When we examined the coils, we noticed that the outside of the coil was severely worn down, causing her foot to shift just enough to aggravate the outside of her foot. We put a new set of coils on and that resolved the problem!

So, the moral of the story is that if your Z's are quite feeling up to par, and you notice a lot of wear on one part of the heel, it might be time for a tune-up and new coils!

Till later,
Caesar...

Z-Dancing Feet!

Z-Blog Reporter: "Your2Feet At The Fremont Fair - Video Clip Z-Dancing Feet

Last weekend, Seattle Z-CoiL dealer Your2Feet marched in the 17th annual Fremont Parade and had a booth at the 34th Fremont Fair.

Check out the short video clip of a street performer beating on his drum while a pair of Z-CoiLs keep time to the beat.

posted by JOlmsted @ Friday, June 24, 2005

Orthotics

If you are familiar with Z-CoiL's, you know that a built-in orthotic is the foundation of the shoe. Many people have custom orthotics that their doctor had made for them. In many cases, the custom orthotic is very similar to the orthotic that is built-in to the Z-CoiL's. Some people choose to use their own orthotic on top of ours and others choose not to.

I am not a doctor and I do not give medical advice! If you do have custom orthotics, it is very helpful if you bring them along when you get fitted so we can understand how they compare and also how the shoe fits with and without it.

I had a woman in the store about 3 weeks ago whom we fit into a pair of Taos Clogs. They seemed to fit well and she was on her way. She came back into the store the other day with the shoes and wanted them to be adjusted. It turns out that she wore orthotics and decided that she probably should wear them because the doctor prescribed them. Unfortunately, the orthotic was so large that it did not fit well in the clog, and we had to change it out for a different style of footwear.

Just remember, bring your orthotic in at fitting time! It let's us know what the doctor has prescribed and we can fit you accordingly.

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Celia Magsuci

Celia (left) bought her first pair of Z-CoiL's in September of 2004 and came into the store today with her friend, Erlinda Guillermo, whom she brought to purchase her first pair of Z-CoiL's! Celia had suffered from Scoliosis in the cervical and lumber area. She told us that it always felt like someone was shoving the end of a pen into different areas of her back, causing severe pain.

"Wearing Z-CoiL's has improved my back pain from 100% severe all day to 20-30% moderate pain even at the end of the day," says Celia. "I wear my Z-CoiL shoes all the time even when I do cooking for 2 hours. I run and jog with comfort and very little strain on my calves.

"I recommend Z-CoiL's to everyone. I am happy and lucky to have Z-CoiL shoes!"

Celia is definitely a big advocate of our footwear and with her smiley face and bubbly personality, it's hard not to take her recommendation!

Till later,
Caesar...

Brown Hikers are in!!

We now have the High Desert Hiker in brown with a slightly different design than the gray hikers. I have tried them on and love the feel of them. If you haven't seen them, look below for another post where they are pictured. So, if you have always wanted a brown Z-CoiL, now's your chance!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Teria Tetz-Hall

Teria first discovered Z-CoiL's in New Mexico when she was visiting a hospital in 2004. She came into our store in June, 2004 to see what could be done for her condition. Teria suffers from a herniated disk in the lower back which has caused peripheral nerve damage (neuropathy)to her feet. She works as a business manager for an organization that obtains grants for the severely handicapped.

"I love these shoes!", says Teria. "With nerve damage in my feet, I feel secure walking. I don't have to look down all of the time because my feet are securely supported. They also help with back pain."

"Besides," she continues, "It is fun to spring around!"

She was in our store this time to buy a second pair of a different style, which are the Taos Strap, which she is sporting in the picture above.

Till later,
Caesar...

Z-CoiL Earrings!

Wow! Even Z-CoiL Earrings! We are now carrying sterling silver earrings to match your coils, priced at just $15 per pair. These can be shipped since they do not need to be fitted! ;-)

Till later,
Caesar...

Imagine the Possibilities!

This came from one of our senior dealers in Alaska! She has a customer and her significant other that have been helped tremendously by Z-CoiL's, so she thought that her pet also deserved some!

Just imagine the possibilites... Z-CoiL's for Pets!

Till later,
Caesar...

Defective?

We had a customer come into the store who had bought Z-CoiL's a month ago. He was having a problem with the arch on one pair and wanted to return them. We have a 7 day return policy and this was clearly outside of the 7 days! We told him that we could adjust the footwear in the arch and have him back on the road in 10 minutes. He insisted that if the shoe had to be "adjusted" then it was defective!

Just remember, Z-CoiL's can be adjusted for many types of issues... This does not mean that they are defective, but that your foot does not match our shoe out of the box! If you work with us, we are willing to work with you!

We got our customer settled and he is now a happy camper!

Till later,
Caesar...

Wow! More New Styles coming!

Just when you thought that Z-CoiL had come out with all of their new styles for 2005, another one will be hitting us! This hiker will replace the current gray and rust color hiker that we currently stock. It is a brown nubuck with a little different mesh pattern to hold out better in the tough terrain.

And that's not all! September will bring another great design and I promise COLOR this time! Can't let that one out of the bag yet, though... In the fall, just in time for Santa, there will be another style or two released! I've seen pictures of the prototypes and they are something we have been asked for over and over...

So, keep your eyes peeled here for more info. Also, if you want to be kept informed, please visit us at http://www.ez-shoes.com/news_registration.htm to be put on our email list which will be starting up soon!

Till later,
Caesar...

Why?

I had a gentleman come into the store today who injured himself over one year ago. He has tried all of the traditional routes for recovery, including physical therapy and surgery, to no avail. He was now living on Vicodin two to three times a day to "take the edge off" the pain. It wasn't helping him and the medication was definitely affecting his whole demeanor. His doctor finally prescribed Z-CoiL Pain Relief Footwear, and after just 15 minutes, his pain was significantly lessened!

Many people will just take the drugs that the doctor prescribe without knowing what they can do to you. Take Vicodin, for example. Some of the side effects include drowsiness, mental clouding, lethargy, impairment of mental and physical performance, anxiety, fear, dysphoria, psychic dependence and mood changes. And that's just a short list... there are many more!

Z-CoiL's, on the other hand, can relief the pain, aid in the recovery, and return you to a pain free life without being invasive and mood altering. So, just answer me... WHY? Why aren't they the first course of action instead of the last?

We gotta work on that!

Till later,
Caesar...

June is National Men’s Health Month!

i-Newswire, 2005-06-03 - ( Albuquerque, NM ) – June has been named National Men’s Health Month, and the week before Father’s Day is National Men’s Health Week. These designations are important for raising awareness of men’s health issues, such as cancer, heart disease, and strokes. Healthy diets and exercise are two keys to overall fitness, but for some men, obesity and accompanying joint pain has hindered their exercise plans.

A revolutionary line of footwear, specially engineered to relieve foot, leg, and back pain, is changing each step for men whose pain has hindered exercise and affected their quality of life.

Z-CoiL® Pain Relief Footwear™ features a unique conical coil steel spring under the heel, which reduces the rate of impact from walking or running by 50 percent, according to studies by Los Alamos National Laboratories and the U.S. Department of Energy. A rigid, built-in orthotic fully supports the mid-foot, equalizing pressure distribution to reduce the occurrence of heel spurs or plantar fasciitis, while extra cushioning at the forefoot and a permanent flex line at the ball of the foot improve comfort in the metatarsal area. This total foot support means less impact to the body and less pain.

Al Gallegos, a 74-year-old maverick in Albuquerque, New Mexico, persevered for years to develop this unique line of footwear that offers a radical alternative for foot, leg, and back pain relief. Z-CoiL® shoes have dramatically changed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people who report either complete relief or a significant reduction in pain while wearing them. Many customers are beginning to report significant weight loss because of increased mobility.

Michael Weaver, an enthusiastic Z-CoiL®-wearer writes, “I am a diabetic. I heard about your shoes from a friend and a nurse I know. My feet were in constant pain. I thought it was because I had a couple of toes amputated last year. I was only able to walk about a hundred feet without pain.”

Since finding Z-CoiL® footwear, Michael has experienced a dramatic change. “I put them on in the store. Before I left the store, all the pain in my feet had stopped. The rest of the day I walked around, and the next day, and the next, and so on. I have gotten overweight due to sitting around with sore feet. But now I am walking every day. I know I am losing weight now.”

Michael’s story is one of thousands of customer testimonials that have poured into Z-CoiL’s offices. For many people with painful conditions such as plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, sciatica, arthritis, and degenerative disc disease, the shoes have been nothing short of a miracle.

“That first walk is all you need to make a step toward a healthier lifestyle,” says Al Gallegos. “I am thrilled that I am able to be a part of changing thousands of lives.”

A small company on a mission, Z-CoiL Footwear is gaining a tremendous and loyal following nationwide as word of its pain relief benefits is spreading, with 200 authorized dealers nationwide.

Imagine the Possibilities!

Just imagine... If someone like Oprah was to feature Z-CoiL Pain Relief Footwear on her show, it would reach millions of people! It would further our cause to provide pain relief to those millions of Americans that currently suffer daily from sort of foot, leg, knee or back issue.

Oprah's web site has an area where you can submit story ideas, so I submitted one on how these shoes have changed people's lives. If you feel so inclined, you can submit your own personal story on how Z-CoiL's have affected your life!

Click here to fill out the form

The more stories she receives, she might be inclined to give Z-CoiL's some attention! You might even get a chance to be on her show! So, if you could take the time to submit your story, that would be great!

Till later,
Caesar...

Z-CoiL's Trek Costa Rica!

One of our customers, Alana, has just taken a trip to Costa Rica and came in before hand to buy a second pair of Z-CoiL's! Her husband emailed me the picture while she was still there, so I don't have a lot of details on her excursion but... As you can see from the terrain she is standing on, this is not San Francisco paved highways!

Many people are concerned when they first come into the store that Z-CoiL's will be unstable. On the contrary! That's why we have a rugged trail course in our store so you can check out the stability. We also will allow you to take a run or walk outside on the pavement to better understand how they react to various paces.

So, when you get a chance, come on in and try out a pair!

Till later,
Caesar...

I'm Back!

What a great conference! We had dealers from all over the U.S. and Canada, getting together to share ideas and learn new techniques. We got lots of tips to better fit our customers, which will benefit everyone.

We also had a preview of a new hiker due out in a couple of months. It is similar to our current hiker, but in brown and has a different nylon mesh pattern. There is another surprise to be unleashed later this year! Keep tuned here for the scoop...

There was a great awards banquet where we received an award for being #17 dealer in 2004! Of course, we have moved up the ranks since then, and our goal is to make the top 10 in 2005...

Till later,
Caesar...

To the Dealers Conference!

I will be Missing In Action for the next week as I attend the Z-CoiL Dealers Conference in Albuquerque. It's a really special time for me due to a several reasons.

First of all, I get an opportunity to met with all of the great minds in the Z-CoiL World, including the other distributors, the Z-CoiL staff, and the inventor, Al Gallegos!

Secondly, I get an opportunity to learn how to better meet the needs of our customers, including fitting techniques for the hard to fit cases.

And lastly, I get to meet with all of my friends in Albuquerque! I used to live in Albuquerque and teach at the University of New Mexico. I still have a lot of great friends in that part of the country, and we spend time reliving the experiences of our past lives...

So, please excuse the absence, but I will be back in a week with more!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Donna Beck

Donna is a tour guide in Florida and suffered from heel pain and lower pack issues. She came into our store when she was in town visiting relatives in December of 2003. When you are a tour guide, your livelihood depends on the ability to walk for miles during the day, and Donna was having a problem doing that.

"Standing on cement floors for 8 hours caused very bad lower back pain, getting so bad that I could not bend over by the end of the day," says Donna. "Z-CoiL's, within two days, completely alleviated the pain in the lower back and I felt rested throughout the day with no problem when having to bend.

"As a tour guide walking 2 miles, 3 nights a week, I never feel fatigued, I have no back pain and they keep my sore heel very comfortable! For anybody that has to stand a lot, these shoes are an investment to your health, comfort and well-being."

Donna got off the airplane and headed straight for our store to see what new styles we had in the store! She spreads the word about Z-CoiL's to her other co-workers, and her manager now has 3 pair! Donna still prefers to visit us when she comes in town because of our good looks! (just kidding... we know her fit and she enjoys the atmosphere that our store provides!)

Till later,
Caesar...

Much Better Day!

So, I talked about my frustration the other day... now to let you in on what happened today... I had one person come into the store who had been suffering from pain in his thighs. After about 5 minutes of walking around in the store, he told us that his pain had totally disappeared! He was incredibly happy!

I also had a woman in the store that had been suffering from a pain in her foot where she had surgery. She also told me how much easier it was for her to walk and that the area where she had surgery did not bother her hardly at all in the Z-CoiL's!

There are good days and bad days in this business... thank goodness the good days, which are the ones where we have success in changing a person's life, outnumber the bad ones significantly!

Till later,
Caesar...

Frustrating situation today...

I had a woman come into the store this morning who had arch pain and wanted to purchase a pair of SideWinder Sandals. I put a pair of tan sandals on her and she walked around. She was feeling a bit of a problem at the side of her foot where the orthotic hits, so I heated it and adjusted it for her a couple of times. Everything seemed great when she left the store.

She came back into the store after walking around for an hour in the Z-CoiL's and said she wanted to return them because it was still uncomfortable at the side. I asked her to sit down and I would resolve the issue, but didn't want another adjustment since it was a "hassle" for her.

I refunded her money and she was on her way. The frustrating thing to me is that with a few more minutes of adjustments, it could have been resolved and she could have been on her way to no more foot pain!

We try to get the shoe perfectly adjusted when you are in the store. Unfortunately, there are times when your feet will swell when you are on them, or you notice something that bothers you after wearing them for awhile. We realize that our feet are not static and can change over the course of a day, month or year. That's why we offer free adjustments for the life of the shoe to any pair of Z-CoiL's we sell. We know your feet can change, and we want your shoes to feel comfortable!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Karen Lee

Karen is a stay-at-home mom who purchased her first pair of Z-CoiL's in November of 2003.

"I was in significant pain everyday after being on my feet for a very long time," says Karen. "The very day I got my shoes, my feet felt 50% better! Within a few weeks, I was feeling 80-90% better. It's now been a year and a half. I just bought my third pair and as long as I wear them at home and for exercising, my feet feel fine!"

Karen had to pick up a pair of sandals, since she will be moving out of town soon and wanted to get fit before she left town!

Till later,
Caesar...

EZ Shoes Ranks 15th for Quarter 1 of 2005!

We just keep climbing!! We went from 18th for all of 2004 to 15th in ranking for all stores in North America! Wow!

Of course, we have much higher goals, so continue to watch this space...

So, once again, I thank all of our loyal customers for making this possible!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Mary Ellen

Mary Ellen was "drug" into our store by her husband back in November of 2003 since she was experiencing lower back problems, knee issues and hip pain. She looked at the shoes and said "No way am I trying those on!" Well things changed...

"Love 'em, love 'em, love 'em!!" says Mary Ellen. "My husband saw them on a friend and took me to the store to try on a pair. My back had been hurting in the lower back area. Three times around the store and my pain was gone! I have referred numerous folks to the store and eight folks have purchased a total of 13 pairs! One of those pairs just walked the Great Wall of China and they saved the owner's feet and back."

Mary Ellen visits the store regularly to pick up more cards and brochures. So, if you see Mary Ellen bouncing around, feel free to stop her and ask her about her Z-CoiL's! She loves to talk about them.

Till later,
Caesar...

Happy Nurse's Week!

The nursing community is one of my favorite walks of life. Maybe it is because my mother was a practicing nurse for 35 years and my wife was a practicing nurse for 12 years. I saw what these special people go through during the course of time, and it can really take a toll on their bodies. When you spend 8-12 hours per day on your feet on concrete, running after patients with hardly a break, it can cause foot, leg, knee and back issues.

Barbara Shannon is an RN who currently owns 6 pairs of Z-CoiL's. Although she lives 60 miles from here, she stops by regularly on her way down south to check out new styles and purchase a new pair.

"I have knee problems and didn't want surgery," says Barbara. "With Z-CoiL's, I now do not need surgery. I can do anything with Z-CoiL's on!"

Sue Parisi is another of our customers in the medical field who has benefited tremendously from Z-CoiL footwear. She spends hours at a time standing in the operating room assisting the doctors.

"Since wearing my Z-CoiL Shoes for exercising and work, I no longer have pain in my lower back," says Sue. "My legs do not feel as heavy after a workout or after being on my feet 8 hours at work. I would recommend these shoes for anyone who spends a lot of time on their feet at work or for exercising."

We have hundreds of people in the medical community who have been fit in Z-CoiL's from our store. I understand what they go through and my hat goes off to this very special group of people!

So, if a nurse has touch your life in any way, take the time to say thanks for a job well done!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial -Jessica T.

Occasionally, there is a customer who makes a lasting impression, and Jessica T. is one such person. Jessica came into our store about a year ago and she was really suffering from severe ankle pain. She had a brace on her ankle to help keep the swelling down and allow her to walk. We fitted her with a pair of Taos Clogs, and the transformation was amazing! She asked to use the restroom, and after 15 minutes, she was still not back in the showroom. I went back to check and make sure she was OK, when she came out, wiping her tears away. The pain relief that she had experienced was so remarkable, she cried…

“I saw a woman wearing these at the 2004 Women’s March in Washington D.C. (1,000,000 women!)” says Jessica. “I had brought a bike in order to attend, since I could not walk it otherwise. So, I stopped the whole march (just kidding) and asked the woman where she got them. I came back to the Bay Area and spent 3 hours here at the San Jose Store.

“I bought Taos Black and was able to walk instantly!! I am only 34, so this really helped me keep up with my peers and added joy to my life! I now own 3 pairs (Taos Clogs, Rust Desert hikers and Sandals) and am greatly relieved. It is like a cloud has been lifted. I work in the music industry, running around NYC, LA and other places with rock stars. I get lots of compliments in that area and in the art community as well. The fashion consensus is THUMBS UP!”

Jessica brought her mother, Heidi, into the store on Mothers Day, since her mother also has suffered from two broken ankles. She helped her pick out a pair of white Freedom 2000 to ease her pain.

Till later,
Caesar…

Testimonial - Ginny Almond

Ginny first purchased her Z-CoiL's from Dr. Lieberson, a surgeon in Fremont that is a believer in the footwear. She is disabled due to a lower back injury which prevents her from working as an administrative executive.

"I have tried many other orthopedic shoes prior to my neurologist prescribing Z-CoiL's," says Ginny. "I have found them to be life-savers. I could not walk the length of my home without a pain stabbing feeling (lower back radiating down my right leg.)

"The Z-CoiL's seem to absorb the shock which caused the pain when walking. Now, after 2+ years of wearing Z-CoiL's almost always, I can comfortably walk my dog around the block and stand or walk in church for short periods of time.

"Thank you Dr. Lieberson for telling me about these shoes and to Z-CoiL for improving the quality of my life by reducing the pain!"

Ginny's husband also wears the Z-CoiL's with great success. Ginny was in to purchase yet another pair to add to her collection.

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Lois White

Lois purchased her first pair of Z-Coils about 18 months ago. She is retired and lists her occupation as a "hiker"! She loves to hike in the mountain trails around San Jose. She purchased her first pair of Z-CoiL's about 18 months ago with a pair of white Freedom 2000's and added a pair of balck Freedom 2000's shortly after that.

"Never have I had shoes as great as these! says Lois. "I will never go back to toe pointed shoes. I was starting to have hip problems but with the Z-CoiL, my hip is much better."

As she navigated the rocky rugged trail course in our store, she commented "I used to be afraid of walking on any rocks, but with these shoes, it's a breeze."

Today she wandered into the store to check out the painted clogs and to see if there were any new styles. The white Taos Clog Straps caught her eyes, and after a few minor adjustments, she was on her way. "My daughter is getting married, so now I have something to wear to the wedding," said Lois.

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Marli King

Marli bought her first pair of Z-CoiL's in March of 2004. She had been suffering from a myriad of problems including weak arches, pronation, and pain in the feet, ankles, knees, hips and back. Many of these issues had been with her since she was 10 years old and she is now 37.

"I have very wide feet with a high, overly flexible arch," says Marli. "Since women's shoes don't come wide enough, I had destroyed my feet wearing shoes that were too narrow and/or too long. I had been wearing orthotics and seeing a chiropractor since age 11. All of my shoes were expensive orthopedic type shoes.

"Since getting my Z-CoiL's, I no longer wear any of my other shoes! I also no longer wear my orthotics. My chiropractor adjustments last longer and my chiropractor says my balance has never looked so good! I have never been this pain free. I would highly recommend these shoes, not just to anyone with foot, leg or back problems, but to anyone who stands, walks or runs!"

Marli owns three pairs and won't go out of the house without them!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Marilyn Carstens

Marilyn first came into our store in July, 2004. Marilyn is a music teacher who has suffered from pain most of her life due to a spinal issue.

"Born with a severe curvature of the spine, I have had back and joint pain all of my life," Says Marilyn. "I decided to try Z-CoiL shoes last July when we were going on a retreat. This meant camping in the Mendicino Redwood Forest, climbing steep hills and walking over rugged terrain to go for meals and classes. I few days before we were to leave, I had thrown my back out by grabbing a suitcase from the back of the car, trying to avoid my sister missing her plane back to New Mexico after a visit with us.

"A friend of mine, who is a hair dresser, and has done my hair for about forty-five years, was wearing Z-CoiL's because she stands on tile floors all day. She recommended them to me because I teach everyday on a tile floor. I didn't say this to her, but I thought, 'Those shoes look really weird. I certainly would not want to wear them!'

"However, when I pictured myself lying on a floor mattress in a tent for ten days and my husband having to bring food to me etc. etc., I decide to go over to EZ Shoes at 2077 Camden Avenue. I bought a pair of CloudWalker Z-CoiL shoes after trying them on, having them carefully fitted to my needs and listening to several testimonials from people who were coming into the store to get a second pair. I went on the retreat in pain, walked up and down the hilly and rough terrain. Attended all of the classes and came home with no pain!

"I have been going to a chiropractor or osteopath for much of my life and since July 2004, wearing only Z-CoiL shoes, I have not needed to go to the chiropractor. Somehow, wearing these shoes forced me to stand with the bones in my spine stacked up the way they were meant to be aligned and my pain was gone.

"I have lived 75 years with pain - and now I have hardly any. As you can imagine, I am extremely grateful to have found these shoes!"

Marilyn's husband, Patrick, is also a Z-CoiL Believer and has a couple of pair for himself. After seeing the changes in Marilyn, he couldn't resist!

Till later,
Caesar...

I'm back!

What a great vacation! I took six kids for a week of skiing at Lake Tahoe... three of my own and three friends. Luckily, they each had a friend and the place we stayed had a variety of activities to keep them occupied.

More importantly, I handed out at least 25-30 brochures and cards! You would think that no one ever saw a shoe with a coil in it! Some people at the ski areas thought they were a new type of ski boot. One of the nice side effects of wearing Z-CoiL's is that you meet all sorts of new and interesting people, who open up to you immediately, telling you about the issues they are dealing with. When it comes to pain, people relate to each other very quickly because you have common ground immediately, which makes being in a different place more enjoyable!

I am fairly caught up now, so hopefully, I will be more religious about posting to my blog.

Till later,
Caesar...

Vacation time!

I am off to go skiing for the next 10 days! The store is in the capable hands of Alex, but you have to be patient if we get a rush in the store! We want to ensure a quality fit and that takes time...

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial -Lisa Wells

Lisa's first pair of Z-CoiL's came from her father as a Christmas present! I remember when her dad came in and made the purchase. He tried a pair on, fell in love with them, then bought pairs for all of his kids and their significant others. Good day for me at the store! Since that time, Lisa has purchased multiple pairs to add to her wardrobe. Her sister's engagement party was coming up, so she paid us a visit.

"My Dad bought me my first pair of Z-CoiL's for Christmas awhile back and gave my husband a gift certificate for a pair," says Lisa. "We came by the store and I ended up buying myself a second pair then! During my pregnancy, I got really big, my feet hurt a lot so the only shoes I would wear were my Z-CoiL's.

"Summer came and I bought the sandals. I don't think I've worn 'normal' shoes for about 1.5 years. These are just too comfortable! Now I am buying the Taos Clog Straps so I can wear them with a skirt, too. This will be my 5th pair"

The Wells family is truly a Z-CoiL family, with many, many members wearing Z-CoiL's and most of them with multiple pairs.

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial: Javan R. Oston, Doctor of Chiropractic

I am a chiropractor with a busy schedule, on my feet for hours a day, adjusting patients four to five days per week. I am always looking for tools to help me increase my energy and effectiveness. Z-CoiL shoes have been a boon to me and my practice.

Since childhood, I've had a tendency toward flat feet, a slumped posture, and overall tightness in muscles and joints. Biomechanically, I knew I needed something more in the way of foot support, but had never had good results with traditional orthotics. High quality shoes helped, but did not solve the problem. I had seen friends and colleagues wearing Z-CoiL shoes for years and had been struck by their innovative design. Coincidently, two patients of mine, long-time employees of Z-CoiL Footwear, began to educate me about the Z-CoiL products and methods. I tried a pair of Z-CoiL clogs in March 2004, and have been in love ever since.

To date, my posture is straighter, my arches are higher and stronger, and I am less tight and tired at the end of the day. Due to my better alignment in the Z-CoiL footwear, I believe that all my muscles are more 'switched on' and that it takes less effort to perform the same tasks. I wear my Z-CoiL shoes throughout my workday, and now cannot imagine doing without them.

Patient response to Z-CoiL footwear has been overwhelmingly positive. I've been as impressed with Z-CoiL's dedication to service as I have been with the results of wearing the footwear. Everyone is treated and fitted as an individual, and Z-CoiL employees are trained to work with customers until their needs are met. This has always been my central concern in practice, and I am pleased to be able to recommend a company and a product that share my same patient-centered philosophy.

A number of years ago, I was forced to stop running due to a knee injury. I look forward to buying my next pair of Z-CoiL® shoes, the Freedoms, and getting back to a sport I enjoy.

My Z-CoiL shoes are important because I enjoy chiropractic and intend to practice for another 20 years. Z-CoiLs will help me continue to do this energetically and without pain.

Javan R. Oston, Doctor of Chiropractic
Albuquerque, NM

Testimonial - Terry Sinn

Pictured above is Terry Sinn with her son, Paul. Terry first bought her pair of Z-CoiL's in October of 2004 due to knee problems.

"I have bad knees which constantly ached," says Terry. "After the third day of wearing Z-CoiL's, when I went to bed, my knees did not ache! I was able to fall asleep right away without twitching, tossing and turning for hours before being able to sleep. They have made a great impact on my life and posture!"

Her husband, Larry, also owns a pair and today, they visited the store to purchase a pair for her son, Paul. Paul will be starting a new job as a computer retail sales person and knows he needs something to help him through the long days due to his back issue.

Till later,
Caesar...

Are your Z-CoiL's feeling a bit out of sorts?

I had a customer come into the store today who has had her Z-CoiL's for about 4 months. She went from being in severe hip pain on one side to pain free in just a few weeks! Now, after a few months, she was experiencing pain in the other hip.

In looking at the situation, we had adjusted her Z-CoiL's for the issue she had when she came in. Now, that issue has been resolved, so the adjustment was not correct for her new normal gait. With a quick tweak of the coil, she was once again happy and on her way!

So remember, if your Z-CoiL's are not feeling quite right after you have had them a few months or more, come back in and we will see what we can do to adjust them!

Till later,
Caesar...

Seeing is Believing!

Z-Blog Reporter:
Seeing is Believing

"Using an i-Step machine, I tested my own feet. I actually was surprised to see just how great these shoes are. Below are the results:




"The introduction of computerized foot analysis systems in the early 90's brought the science of pressure and gait analysis to an exciting phase. Using this new technology, scientific studies demonstrated that there is a direct cause and effect relationship between unbalanced pressure distribution during the gait cycle and lower extremity pain in areas such as the knee, ankle, or foot.

The red areas are those with the most pressure - the blue areas are those with the least pressure.

For this test I first stood on the machine barefoot, the results show a large amount of pressure on my heel and the outside edge of my foot. I roll my feet to the outside, this is called Over Supination. This is a common problem associated with knee and foot pain.

The popular shoe I tested had only been worn for a month and still look brand new. The popular running shoe did nothing but distribute the pressure around the whole foot no real impact reduction.

Next, I put a gel heel pad in my shoe, this took some pressure off my forefoot but my feet still absorbed most of the pressure.

Finally the Z-CoiLs - really do I even have to say anything? The Z-CoiL Spring actually absorbed most of the impact. And the Z-CoiLs I did this test with are a year and a half old.

This truly shows how great this product is.
Jeremy Brock
Feel Good Footwear!
Bellevue, WA "

Compliments of Jack Olmstead at z-coil.blogspot.com

Worldwide Spa Review Magazine - Z-CoiL's

By Jessica Skropanic

One disadvantage to being a biped is the tremendous weight and shock on the two small body parts - our feet - responsible for supporting the whole bulk of our weight. Our knees, hips, backs and necks suffer too. While our feet are incredibly efficient considering their use and abuse, why not give them a 'leg up'? Enter Z-Coil.

'The first thing I noticed was that my body kept bracing for impact that
didn't come!'

According to Z-Coil, in the 18th century the world started to make separate shoes for left and right feet, much to the chagrin of confused preschoolers. What seems an obvious necessity now was innovative then. In the mid-1980's, Al Gallegos, founder, chairman and inventor of Z-Coils, had an idea for a running shoe that makes as much sense as constructing a right shoe and a left shoe.

A runner, Gallegos suffered from the pain of common running hazards: heel spurs, plantar fasciitis and knee and back problems. Once while running his seven daily miles, he conceived of a way to drastically reduce the shock of repeated impact: insert a conical spring into the heel of a running shoe. After some experimentation with different springs, the result is the patented design behind Z-Coils.

When a colleague visited my office wearing a pair of Z-Coils, my initial reaction was that of most people: 'What's with the springy shoes?' As a back pain sufferer who's quick to extol the virtues of my rebounder, I was immediately curious. 'Is it like bouncing on a rebounder all day?' I asked. 'Are they just for people with pain?'

Since that afternoon, I have discovered that Z-Coils are by no means exclusively for people with injuries or chronic pain. There are mail carriers, nurses, delivery persons, and legions of other folks who stand or walk for hours each day who will defend their Z-Coils to the death. Many will wear no other shoes but Z-Coils, on and off of the job. And the company doesn't just make athletic shoes for hikers, runners and would-be slam-dunkers: sandals, work boots and clogs carry the Z-Coil name and patented technology. The shoes are also gaining popularity with vacationers who plan long sightseeing trips.

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Testimonial - Elizabeth Ortega and Belena Orillaneda

Pictured above is Elizabeth Ortega and Belena Orillaneda, who first made it into our store in October of 2004. Elizabeth is a sales associate who spends hours on her feet on concrete floors, resulting in severe heel pain, pain on the arches and also pain in the balls of the feet.

"I was experiencing pain on both feet," says Elizabeth. "I had spent hundreds of dollars on all types of shoes including Easy Spirit, Bass, Naturalizer, etc. Nothing worked. I just couldn't be on my feet for over 2 hours.

"Then one day, my friend told me about Z-CoiL shoes. I didn't believe her, but two weeks after my purchase, my foot pain was gone. I couldn't believe it... no more limping! I didn't have to limp anymore. I then was able to start exercising again on the treadmill. My friends were happy that once again I could join in on outings to malls, outlets, hiking, etc!

"I got my life back because of Z-CoiL's. I won't wear anything else. I am always recommending these shoes to people, especially those that work on concrete floors."

Belena is a driver for a local company and has to stand and walk for hours during the day, which also caused heel pain.

"I have to stand for 8 hours and walk on pavement. I had so much at my foot at the end of the day. One day, a customer came in and was wearing Z-CoiL shoes. I asked her about the shoes and where she got them. After buying all those shoes and inserts, I was willing to try anything!

"I bought a pair and after a week of wearing Z-CoiL shoes, the pain was gone. After a month, it was as if that pain story was a dream. Since then, I have been wearing my Z-CoiL shoes."

Both ladies came into the store today to purchase yet another pair of Z-CoiL's to add to their wardrobe!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Genie Bennett

Genie first came into our store in May of 2004 when she was purchasing her second pair of Z-CoiL's. Before she bought her first pair, she had issues with both her back and her knees, but her Z-CoiL's changed all of that. Since then, she has added a set of twins to her family!

"The most comfort notice that I experienced was when I was pregnant with my twins. The Z-CoiL's were a great help in counteracting the additional 90 pounds that I gained!

"When I got back to work, I tried wearing some non-Z-CoiL's for a day and regretted it that evening. I just bought my fourth pair and can't imagine wearing anything else!"

In fact, her whole family are Z-CoiL lovers, and when we were ringing up her sale, we realized that she had qualified for a free pair of Z-CoiL's due to our referral program! Congratulations, Genie!

Till later,
Caesar...

Happy Easter!

Due to the Holiday, we will be closed on Sunday, March 27 and will reopen on Monday, March 28! I hope everyone enjoys their Holiday.

Till later,
Caesar...

Interesting time in the store!

What a time we have had in the store recently! With the mailing we did to our customers on the sale and the new styles, we have had a lot of visits from tried and true Z-CoiL fans, which is where I have been getting all of the testimonials of late! I hope they are beneficial and that you can relate to a lot of the stories.

The last two days have been particularly interesting... Yesterday, I had a young lady come into the store who suffered from Multiple Sclerosis, a condition that caused her muscles to weaken in one leg in particular. Of course, along with this, came pain in the leg and severe pain in the hip. We took a lot of time to fit her, using different strength coils on each shoe to allow her hips to level out and get rid of some of the limp that she was experiencing. She was ecstatic! Her pain had lessened significantly and when she walked, she no longer had a severe dip on the leg that was weakened. She couldn't believe it and said that it was the first time that the pain was so little in years.

I also had a gentlemen that we fit a few weeks ago come in for another adjustment. He's a tough one, because he is very tall, has back problems and has severe pronation. The pronation causes a bone to stick out on one side of his foot and get sore on the orthotic. He has been in several times, but I think we have it this time! His back has been feeling much better since he started wearing the Z-CoiL's and he is now taking a mile walk in the morning with his wife, who owns 5 pair of Z-CoiL's. The thing is that he did not give up, and has allowed us to work with him to get it right because he believed in what the Z-CoiL's could do!

Then today was the frustrating one... A lady bought some Z-CoiL's on Saturday and returned them today. She has foot pain, and when she was in the store, they felt great. She started experiencing a little irritation in the arch, which we can easily adjust and remedy. She had her normal appointment with her doctor, and he said that she should not be wearing Z-CoiL's because they would make her feet worse! I asked if he had ever heard of them before and she answered no... So what's the deal? It turns out she is scheduled for surgery in a month on her foot, and there is a good possibility that she could get by without or at least postpone the surgery if the Z-CoiL's work for her. But she opted for the surgery and wouldn't even give us a chance to adjust them. I hope the surgery works out for her and is worth the recovery time.

Like I said, Interesting week...

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Betsy Waite

Pictured above in her new CloudWalkers is Betsy Waite from Texas. Betsy used to live in the San Jose area where she first came to our store. She and her husband are square dancers, and Betsy bought her first pair of Z-CoiL's at a square dance convention.

"Dancing on cement for 3 days and nights always left my legs aching," says Betsy. "I saw these shoes on a square dance caller and one had a booth at the convention. Several square dancers were converted that weekend! I bought a pair of the white CloudWalkers.

"I soon wanted a pair of the clogs and got the black ones. I didn't want to wear anything else, so I got another pair of clogs - white this time. A shoemaker put leather on the soles for dancing.

"I contribute my ability to walk further and dance longer to the 'spring' in my shoes! Thanks, Z-CoiL!"

Betsy is now the owner of 6 pair of Z-CoiL's and won't have anything else on her feet!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Kathleen and Joan McIntyre

Pictured above is Joan and Kathleen McIntyre, sporting their Z-CoiL Footwear. Kathleen McIntyre is a social worker that spends many hours a day on her feet in her job and on the way to work. Her knees were bothering her when she would walk, so she came into the store in September of 2004 to purchase her first pair of Z-CoiL Pain Relief Footwear.

"I walk 5 miles a day going to and from work," says Joan. "A friend recommended Z-CoiL's and I was sold as soon as I tried them on! I bought a pair of CloudWalkers and a pair of SideWinder Sandals. I wear them all the time.

"When my mother, Joan, started complaining about her hip, I lent her my sandals and within half of an hour, she was ready to get a pair of her own! I went with her and she bought two pairs, and I got a new pair too. We love our Z-CoiL's! Caesar and his staff at EZ Shoes are the greatest!"

Now, Kathleen doesn't have to share her Z-CoiL's and her mother Joan is on the way to a pain free day.

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Earl and Kathi Levin

Earl an Kathi Levin were one of our first customers, buying their first pair of Z-CoiL Pain Relief Footwear in October of 2003. Earl had been suffering from lower back problems and Kathi had hammertoe and neuromas. Both are retired and living in a golf and country club area in San Jose.

"I have had Z-CoiL shoes for 18 months," says Earl, "and have worn them every day. I have lower back problems so I couldn't stand in one spot for very long. This is an issue since I also ring English Hand Bells where I have to stand and reach out over tables for extended periods of time.

"Without Z-CoiL's, I could not possibly do that any longer. I can't begin to say how wonderful these shoes have been. I walk every day and always wear my Z-CoiL's!"

Kathi just had foot surgery to correct a few issues with her foot. She has been hobbling around in a walking cast. "Since I have had this cast and have not been able to wear my Z-CoiL's, my hip is starting to bother me," says Kathi. "A couple more weeks and I will be able to wear them again!"

While they were in the store, Earl had his heels replaced and purchased a pair of Freedom 2000's for the summer. Kathi also picked up a pair of sandals anticipating the warm weather and her ability to get out and about again!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Diane Noren

Diane came into our store in November of 2004. She has very bad arthritis plus Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). Restless Legs Syndrome is an overwhelming urge to move the legs usually caused by uncomfortable or unpleasant sensations in the legs. It can flair up in the evenings and cause loss of sleep and fatigue. She uses a cane and was walking very slow when she came into the store in November.

"My feet are always painful to touch because of the Restless Legs Syndrome," says Diane. "Even having something touch the top of my foot was very painful. I have worn Birkenstock Sandals for years."

"I bought a pair of Zueco Clogs and they are now the only shoes I wear! I wore a pair of Birkenstocks one evening and couldn't wait till I got home to put my Z-CoiL's back on! I'm Buying SideWinder Sandals and Mary Janes (Taos Clog Straps) today."

Diane's gait is now much quicker than before and she is in a lot less pain that she was just 4 months ago. She had a big smile on her face, which was great to see! Yet another firm believer in Z-CoiL's.

Till later,
Caesar...

Who Says Z-CoiL's are Ugly??

Not in Sarah's eyes... The picture above was taken by Sarah Schoenberg, a young and talented artist from Northwest Washington State. In viewing Sarah's portfolios, she has quite a talent in capturing moments in time and turning them into masterpieces! You can read more about Sarah and view other portfolios she has done, including additional pictures of Z-CoiL's at http://www.artistnow.com/Sarah/view-profile-photo/folder-17896.html

Thanks for sharing your incredible photos, Sarah!

Till later,
Caesar...

Don't be fooled...

Word is getting around that having coils on your shoes is a GOOD THING! But don't be fooled by the competition! There are other shoes out there that have coils, or look like they have coils, but nothing compares to the impact reduction of Z-CoiL Pain Relief Footwear!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Debbie and Ken Mogg

Pictured above are Debbie and Ken Mogg, who first started wearing Z-CoiL's in December of 2003. Debbie had been dealing with plantar fasciitis and had undergone foot surgery. She works as a nanny and spends a lot of time on her feet chasing after kids.

"I had just gotten my cast removed from surgery on my foot due to plantar fasciitis," says Debbie. "I purchased a very expensive pair of shoes made for people suffering from plantar fasciitis and after wearing them for 1 week, my feet were killing me!"

"I saw someone with Z-CoiL CloudWalkers on and she told me how much they helped her. I went and bought my first pair the next day and that is all I ever wear! I own 4 pairs and I never have feet problems any more. I bought a pair for each of my parents because they suffer from knee and ankle problems and now that's all they wear too! We're a Z-CoiL Family!"

Ken has had many issues with his knees and works in construction, which again is a very demanding job on the body.

"I wear them every day and they help tremendously," said Ken. "I don't have them on right now because I have worn off the tread in the front and will be getting them resoled."

Between Debbie, Ken and their parents, they own 9 pair. When they were in the store, I checked the referral list, and they have also referred a number of people, so Debbie walked away with another pair... only this time for free for reaching the magic number of 10 referrals who have purchased! Way to go, Debbie!

Till later,
Caesar...

Gift from a customer...

We had a person come into the store about 3 weeks ago who had severe issues with her feet and back. She had been in a wheelchair for a long period of time and after that had not wanted to even get out of bed due to the pain. We fit her with a pair of Z-CoiL's and she had some immediate relief!

Over the course of the next two weeks, she bought two more pair due to the success she was having. She told us that she used to sit at home and cry due to the pain... now she cries because she found these shoes and it had changed her life! She wanted to do something for us because we had helped her so much and asked if we had an old Z-CoiL shoe lying around. I happened to have one that was an experiment in dyeing that had gone awry, so I let her have it.

A couple of days later, she appeared in the store with the beautiful flower arrangement you see above that she had her mother make for the store! What a neat idea and a great gift! We really appreciate the acknowledgement of the work that we do here at EZ Shoes.

The real test for her is that she left for Europe today and will be gone for two weeks on vacation. We will have a full testimonial when she returns!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Paula Lewis and Joan McCarthy

Pictured above is Paula Lewis in her CloudWalkers and Joan McCarthy in her new SideWinder Sandals. Paula and Joan both had issues with their feet before they purchased their first pair of Z-CoiL's over 4 years ago. They came into the store today to purchase a pair of sandals for each of them and also a pair of the Lo-Cut Dress Boots for Paula.

"We suffered from plantar fasciitis and tried doctor ordered orthotics with little success," says Paula. "We saw the Z-CoiL's and made the jump! The plantar fasciitis is gone and we no longer need custom orthotics."

"We can now walk miles without foot, knee or hip pain," adds Joan. "We call them our 'Tigger' shoes, since we can bouncey, bouncy, bounce!"

"We appreciate the care and concern of the San Jose Store, EZ Shoes. They are always willing to spend the time to get just the right fit and style I want and need," says Paula. "The original pair from 4 years ago shows no sign of wear or deterioration. The enclosed heel also works well on my motorcycle."

Since both Paula and Joan are retired, the have the luxury to spend their summers doing fun and interesting things. The reason they were purchasing the sandals is because they will be running a summer program on the American river for rafting tours and needed a shoe that would hold up with the constant abuse of the water. Sounds like a great time to me!

Till later,
Caesar...

EZ Shoes Ranks 18th for 2004!

Thanks to all of our loyal customers, EZ Shoes ranked 18th out of 208 dealers worldwide for sales in 2004! What an incredible feat considering we went from nothing with little exposure to one of the top 25 dealers in a short 16 months!

And this is just the beginning... We won't rest until you can't go anywhere without seeing a pair of Z-CoiL's! And we are making progress...

The other day, I had to run some errands before I opened the store. I had four stops, and at each store, I ran into a person wearing the footwear, and two of them were talking to complete strangers about their experiences in Z-CoiL's!

So, once again, I thank all of our loyal customers for making this possible!

Till later,
Caesar...

Testimonial - Peggy Bulgar

Peggy first came into our store in November of 2004. She teaches preschool, so besides being on her feet all day, she also has to "stoop to their level", so to speak! The combination of the two caused issues with her feet and her back.

"I have loved my Z-CoiL's!" says Peggy. "I am on my feet all day long with pre-school children and I can now keep up with them! I have had pain for a long time in both my feet and my back. These shoes have been a blessing for me. Thank you so much!"

Peggy loves her shoes so much that she has most of the other preschool teachers in Z-CoiL's for their comfort and to resolve the issues they were dealing with. She definitely is a Z-CoiL advocate!

Till later,
Caesar...

How About a Seascape?

Another whimisical creation by Allison for those bright Spring days!

Till later,
Caesar...