DiveBomber Posted March 17, 2006 Report Share Posted March 17, 2006 im at the pharmacy, and while im waiting i took a look at some of those gel insoles, any thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kent Posted March 17, 2006 Report Share Posted March 17, 2006 They work great. Buy em. The pink ones work best...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiveBomber Posted March 17, 2006 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2006 which are the pink ones? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe D Posted March 17, 2006 Report Share Posted March 17, 2006 I thought the gels were to be avoided b/c they harden up at cold temps and don't do much for absorbing shock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJ-PS Posted March 18, 2006 Report Share Posted March 18, 2006 I'm going to go out on a limb here and think that Kent was kidding. If you are going to buy insoles then take the time to research the best fitters in the area and assess what kind of budget you have to work with. Then step up and go for some quality fitted insoles. They last for years in hardboots and your dogs will thank you all day long! Everyone knows the purple ones are better than the pink ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skatha Posted March 18, 2006 Report Share Posted March 18, 2006 Superfeet make a moldable insert and I cannot recommend them enough. They cost about $35 then an extra $50 for the molding. It's funky, they cook your insert, then put them on a tray, then vacuum mold them to your feet...but they are heaven on earth in a hard boot-or a hiking boot, for that matter.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Sub Posted March 18, 2006 Report Share Posted March 18, 2006 search for "insoles" and "footbeds" (or the singular of either) use "title only" search to limit your results, but you'll still find a heck of a lot (and every single one of the threads will have Kent in them ;)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philfell Posted March 18, 2006 Report Share Posted March 18, 2006 For insoles spend the money for Surefoot ones. There is a Surefoot just about everywhere now. If you have their insoles they are good for life, and you know you are always close to a boot fitter who will help you out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcross.au Posted March 18, 2006 Report Share Posted March 18, 2006 I have the Green super feet insoles for my ski race boots, but find that there is not enough room to fit them in my fires. the clearence height in the fires just dosnt allow for them so i am stuck with those bad liners and footbeds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe D Posted March 18, 2006 Report Share Posted March 18, 2006 Which is the model of moldable Superfeet? Are most carvers with Thermoflex liners using footbeds in them? I was told by a reputable source that they are not necessary, that the foam will form to your arch. What's the word? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcross.au Posted March 18, 2006 Report Share Posted March 18, 2006 alpine green i think i will check the super feet site and get back to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcross.au Posted March 18, 2006 Report Share Posted March 18, 2006 i've got the winter green stays warm in my non thermo race boots. http://www.superfeet.com/content/product.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Sub Posted March 18, 2006 Report Share Posted March 18, 2006 Which is the model of moldable Superfeet?Are most carvers with Thermoflex liners using footbeds in them? I was told by a reputable source that they are not necessary, that the foam will form to your arch. What's the word? I dont have any in my boots with thermoflex, but these last few days I was feelin like there wasnt much support under there, and my foot was going kinda flat and jamming into the front of the boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdea Posted March 18, 2006 Report Share Posted March 18, 2006 whoever said that was either drunk or weighs about 100 lbs a good footbed is always nice to have, take a couple days to deal with but once you have it all sorted out you will never want to give them up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chadx Posted March 20, 2006 Report Share Posted March 20, 2006 I'm with Tcross. The winter green superfeet are great and I use them in my thermoflex. If you are not going to go all the way and get moldable footbeds, then the wintergreen superfeet are it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr D Posted March 20, 2006 Report Share Posted March 20, 2006 some kind of foot bed is a must unless you have the thick intuitions that will actually mold one when you mold them. the heat molded ones are the best shy of getting custom orthotics in which case I recomend amfit. Your bootfitter can shave you some room to add the foot beds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe D Posted March 20, 2006 Report Share Posted March 20, 2006 with luck I'll end up with the Intuition Alpine's, so would I want footbeds? I'm told if the footbed is too thick it can keep the heel from positioning properly in the heel pocket...so would a thin one be an advantage? Intuition users dish out your 2 cents! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skatha Posted March 20, 2006 Report Share Posted March 20, 2006 Superfeet make a moldable insert and I cannot recommend them enough. They cost about $35 then an extra $50 for the molding. It's funky, they cook your insert, then put them on a tray, then vacuum mold them to your feet...but they are heaven on earth in a hard boot-or a hiking boot, for that matter.... Mine have a brown liner with a cork/resin heelcup underneath-they say "Quick-fit System Superfeet" I can't imagine moldable foam would be able to support the weight on your arches while you were upright.... My superfeet even have my toe impressions in them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo Posted March 20, 2006 Report Share Posted March 20, 2006 with luck I'll end up with the Intuition Alpine's, so would I want footbeds?I'm told if the footbed is too thick it can keep the heel from positioning properly in the heel pocket...so would a thin one be an advantage? Intuition users dish out your 2 cents! I have the Intuition Alpine's and picked up a pair of the Superfeet Wintergreens that others have already mentioned. The only issue I had was the bootfitter needed to shave down the arches for more comfort. Other than that I've had no problems. The fit is great and they are much firmer than the flimsy insoles that originally came with my Suzukas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trailertrash Posted March 20, 2006 Report Share Posted March 20, 2006 i got this tip from another member, try these: here they sell them at rei arround NE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr D Posted March 20, 2006 Report Share Posted March 20, 2006 with luck I'll end up with the Intuition Alpine's, so would I want footbeds?I'm told if the footbed is too thick it can keep the heel from positioning properly in the heel pocket...so would a thin one be an advantage? Intuition users dish out your 2 cents! I have the thick intuitions and found that they molded well to my feet standing. I did not need an additional footbed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest AlayahSkyy Posted March 20, 2006 Report Share Posted March 20, 2006 Yes, I use foot beds....they are like riding in slippers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philfell Posted March 21, 2006 Report Share Posted March 21, 2006 with luck I'll end up with the Intuition Alpine's, so would I want footbeds?I'm told if the footbed is too thick it can keep the heel from positioning properly in the heel pocket...so would a thin one be an advantage? Intuition users dish out your 2 cents! Joe every persons foot is different, what fits one person isn't always the best option for another. That is why it's good to spend the extra money and go to a real bootfitter. Like I said I've used Surefoots in many different locations and always had good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe D Posted March 21, 2006 Report Share Posted March 21, 2006 I appreciate the advice. My understanding of the Surefoot prices would put them outside my budget. I have a pair of Superfeet Black that I can use for the Intuition liners, or possibly return them. My question is: which would be better, heat-moldable liner molds to foot, or liner molds to footbed on foot? A secondary question: Everyone refers to the "thick" intuitions. I know of the Alpine model and the Power Wrap model, (that are applicable to hardboots), but don't know which one is the "thick" one. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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