Ipponba Geta [T-FOOT]

What does it mean to stand?

Where is the ideal center on the sole of your foot?

It is said that the body’s center should be directly under the tibia considering human skeletal structure.

So why are boots, shoes and most footwear made with an opening directly under the shinbone?

It is because it was convenient for when horses were the main form of transportation.
This style of footwear has continued into the footwear we use for walking.

This is the sole that improves the proper form for standing and walking.

After long discussion, this is the footwear that was created.

I’m sure you have noticed that the shape is the total opposite from leather shoes.

When standing, it is natural to stand on the flat section of the sole…

When walking the flat section makes contact first, followed by the sloping portion resulting in a fluid motion.

Here is a good example.

At first it’s easy to start inside or in the entryway to your house.

Once you get used to them you can take them out on the town. It will change the way you stand and walk.

We think seriously about everyone’s health and will continue to pursue making even standing and walking fun.

This is RIPPO.