Frequently Asked Questions
Groundfeel, Stack Height, and Sole Thickness?
Background As the Founder and Head of Design at Carets, I'm serious about 3 things for myself, and for you: Barefoot Biomechanics, Looking like a Billion Bucks, and a Luxury...
Groundfeel, Stack Height, and Sole Thickness?
Background As the Founder and Head of Design at Carets, I'm serious about 3 things for myself, and for you: Barefoot Biomechanics, Looking like a Billion Bucks, and a Luxury...
Slip-Resistant / Non-Slip?
Our shoes seem to be slip resistant in restaurant applications. Here is one of our very first reviews: https://carets.com/blogs/testimonials/41274436-chef-eric-nakata-42-corporate-chef Our sole is very flat, so there is a lot of surface...
Slip-Resistant / Non-Slip?
Our shoes seem to be slip resistant in restaurant applications. Here is one of our very first reviews: https://carets.com/blogs/testimonials/41274436-chef-eric-nakata-42-corporate-chef Our sole is very flat, so there is a lot of surface...
Removable Footbed, Insert / Insole / Orthotic?
From our Founder: When I first started this company in 2010, I was a hardcore barefooter. Like, the kind that store employees would inform, "You have to wear shoes here...
Removable Footbed, Insert / Insole / Orthotic?
From our Founder: When I first started this company in 2010, I was a hardcore barefooter. Like, the kind that store employees would inform, "You have to wear shoes here...
Shoe and/or Outsole Life (Longevity)?
It's hard to say how long the outsoles will last, because it depends on the users weight, gait, mileage, walking surfaces, etc. I've heard of anywhere from less than a...
Shoe and/or Outsole Life (Longevity)?
It's hard to say how long the outsoles will last, because it depends on the users weight, gait, mileage, walking surfaces, etc. I've heard of anywhere from less than a...
Correct Toes?
First, I think it’s great that you’re interested in using Correct Toes with our shoes! It’s a great product, especially if it’s paired with smart exercise, good posture, and barefoot...
Correct Toes?
First, I think it’s great that you’re interested in using Correct Toes with our shoes! It’s a great product, especially if it’s paired with smart exercise, good posture, and barefoot...
Toe Spring?
Early in development, we made a shoe that was completely flat. They went "plop, plop, plop" with every step, like a pair of flippers. Toe spring is a useful feature...
Toe Spring?
Early in development, we made a shoe that was completely flat. They went "plop, plop, plop" with every step, like a pair of flippers. Toe spring is a useful feature...
Safety Toe?
Our shoes do not have a safety toe, sorry! If you’re looking for safety toe shoes that are also zero-drop, with a decent toe box and flexibility, I would recommend...
Safety Toe?
Our shoes do not have a safety toe, sorry! If you’re looking for safety toe shoes that are also zero-drop, with a decent toe box and flexibility, I would recommend...
Materials?
Upper: Full-grain aniline cowhide Liner: Full-grain aniline cowhide Insole: Poron Outsole: Polyurethane
Materials?
Upper: Full-grain aniline cowhide Liner: Full-grain aniline cowhide Insole: Poron Outsole: Polyurethane
How Flexible are Carets?
Our outsole is more flexible than any human foot. Here is an old video where we demonstrate our outsole's flexibility: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqN9drfock0&t=422s With an outsole this flexible, what limits flexibility is not...
How Flexible are Carets?
Our outsole is more flexible than any human foot. Here is an old video where we demonstrate our outsole's flexibility: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqN9drfock0&t=422s With an outsole this flexible, what limits flexibility is not...
Leather Source?
As with all our materials, our leather is sourced local to our shoe factory, in León, México. León is arguably the shoe capital of the world, with 3,400 shoe factories...
Leather Source?
As with all our materials, our leather is sourced local to our shoe factory, in León, México. León is arguably the shoe capital of the world, with 3,400 shoe factories...
Waterproofing?
Do Carets need waterproofing? Can Carets be waterproofed? Most of our customers don't waterproof their Carets. The cement construction of Carets is much more water-resistant than the strobel construction of...
Waterproofing?
Do Carets need waterproofing? Can Carets be waterproofed? Most of our customers don't waterproof their Carets. The cement construction of Carets is much more water-resistant than the strobel construction of...
Tongue Pad (or Heel Grip) Removal?
Thanks for reaching out! I'd be happy to send you another pair of tongue pads. You don't need to put in another request, they're already packed and labeled for pickup. ...
Tongue Pad (or Heel Grip) Removal?
Thanks for reaching out! I'd be happy to send you another pair of tongue pads. You don't need to put in another request, they're already packed and labeled for pickup. ...
How to Tie Our Laces? The "Berluti" Double Knot
The Best Way to Tie Our Elastic Laces We recommend using the Berluti knot for all your laced shoes. It's a neat knot that stays tied. This is especially useful for your...
How to Tie Our Laces? The "Berluti" Double Knot
The Best Way to Tie Our Elastic Laces We recommend using the Berluti knot for all your laced shoes. It's a neat knot that stays tied. This is especially useful for your...
Arch Support?
Why don't we have Arch Support? Can it be inserted? Here is a great article from our friends at Natural Footgear, "What is Natural Arch Support?" We agree with their...
Arch Support?
Why don't we have Arch Support? Can it be inserted? Here is a great article from our friends at Natural Footgear, "What is Natural Arch Support?" We agree with their...
Slippery on Carpet?
I would take it to your local shoe repair (Yelp is a great place to search) and get their expert opinion. Whatever they suggest, have it done, and we’ll reimburse...
Slippery on Carpet?
I would take it to your local shoe repair (Yelp is a great place to search) and get their expert opinion. Whatever they suggest, have it done, and we’ll reimburse...
Shoe Stretching?
From the few times customers have told me they were going to stretch our shoes, it has never worked. But, you’re welcome to give it a try. Stretching your shoes...
Shoe Stretching?
From the few times customers have told me they were going to stretch our shoes, it has never worked. But, you’re welcome to give it a try. Stretching your shoes...
Squeaking Shoes?
Are your shoes making squeaky noises? Squeaking noises in shoes are normally caused by smooth surfaces rubbing against each other, whether that's the leather, the outsole, or the floor you're...
Squeaking Shoes?
Are your shoes making squeaky noises? Squeaking noises in shoes are normally caused by smooth surfaces rubbing against each other, whether that's the leather, the outsole, or the floor you're...
Why Use Shoe Trees?
Shoe trees cost money. Shoe trees add to shipping weight. And taking shoe trees in and out of your shoes between wears adds an extra step to your busy day....
Why Use Shoe Trees?
Shoe trees cost money. Shoe trees add to shipping weight. And taking shoe trees in and out of your shoes between wears adds an extra step to your busy day....
Outsole Separating from Upper?
Sorry about that! I understand it must be frustrating to have this happen to your shoes. Fortunately, it can be fixed. If you have steady hands and a love for detailed...
Outsole Separating from Upper?
Sorry about that! I understand it must be frustrating to have this happen to your shoes. Fortunately, it can be fixed. If you have steady hands and a love for detailed...
Shoe Trees Jammed?
Are your shoe trees unable to contract because the spring mechanism is jammed? If your shoe trees stuck, unable to contract because the spring mechanism is jammed, we can fix...
Shoe Trees Jammed?
Are your shoe trees unable to contract because the spring mechanism is jammed? If your shoe trees stuck, unable to contract because the spring mechanism is jammed, we can fix...
Flex Point Pain?
Is there a pinching when you walk, from the leather flexing down onto the top of your feet? First, my apologies for this issue. I know it can be quite...
Flex Point Pain?
Is there a pinching when you walk, from the leather flexing down onto the top of your feet? First, my apologies for this issue. I know it can be quite...
How to Lace Our Shoes? The "Double Helix" Spira...
Carets shoes are laced with the patented Double Helix method, with permission from the inventor Monte Fisher. Notice that the laces don't overlap. This reduces friction, making it easier to...
How to Lace Our Shoes? The "Double Helix" Spira...
Carets shoes are laced with the patented Double Helix method, with permission from the inventor Monte Fisher. Notice that the laces don't overlap. This reduces friction, making it easier to...