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SOM Adventure! Community Spotlight

SOM Adventure! Community Spotlight

Quality, barefoot-feel footwear handmade in Colorado would not exist without the support of our customers. Reviews, feedback, photos, and enthusias...
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Versatile, comfortable, minimalist shoes in america, som footwear makes zero drop sneakers and trainers with wide toe-boxes for lightweight, breathable comfort and durable style

7 Shoes In 1: Making Versatile Footwear in America

Think outside the shoe box in versatile footwear designed to frame your feet for whatever they choose. While other brands dictate the activity, ove...
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2019 The Year Of The Foot: Get To Know Your Feet

2019 The Year Of The Foot: Get To Know Your Feet

This is the first in a series of posts throughout the year that are meant to help provide you with information to help you care for your feet. We are starting with the basics and will go more in-depth as the year moves along. Future posts will address topics such as muscle care, common foot problems and how to deal with them, how to properly fit shoes, and so much more.
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SOM - Versatile Minimalist Shoes

SOM - Versatile Minimalist Shoes

The team at SOM have always had the idea that our shoes are a versatile minimalist shoe that can be worn for numerous activities. We found out that...
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What Makes SOM Footwear Unique?

What Makes SOM Footwear Unique?

SOM Footwear is a unique company located in Montrose, CO. Besides making shoes made in the USA, there are also some amazing qualities that make S...
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I run in my SOM shoes... and I love it!

By: Olie Marchal, Founder, SOM Footwear This past weekend I went to Crested Butte, Colorado with my wife and another couple to run a 19 mile trail ...
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A Shoe For Everyone

By: Olie Marchal It is time for me, the owner of SOM Footwear to answer a question that we are frequently asked- What are your shoes for? Where do...
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