Flip-Flops

What Are Rubber Thongs?

Also known as thongs or flip-flops, rubber slippers are simple and fun footwear that is ideal for beaches and other casual settings. Popular all over the world, referring to the rubber flip-flops as rubber slippers is particularly common in Hawaii and other Polynesian settings. What are rubber thongs made of? Natural rubber, from plant-derived latex […]

What Is Olukai In Hawaiian?

What does OluKai mean in Hawaiian? Our name, Olu (comfort) Kai (ocean), is Hawaiian. It’s in and around the ocean that we feel most at home, and in Hawai’i that we feel most inspired. That’s why we create footwear that combines comfort and craftsmanship with the ocean lifestyle. Is OluKai a Hawaiian company? Focus on […]

What Are Rubbah Slippahs?

They’re the world’s simplest shoes: Take a flat rubber sole, poke a Y-shaped thong through the front, secure the arms of the Y to the sides and you have the basic Hawaiian slipper. What is the use of rubber slipper? Easy to get off and on, cool, nonbinding and casual – slippers keep the dirt […]

Why Do We Call Them Thongs?

“Thong” comes from words meaning “restraint,” according to The Oxford English Dictionary, and was originally a narrow strip of leather used to secure something. (In the case of thong underwear, not much restraint is required.) What do the Australians call thongs? The undergarment is usually called a g-string (or colloquially, bum floss) in Australia, however, […]

Are Oofos Good For Long Walks?

Best OOFOS shoe for leisure walking & errands For this kind of walking, you’ll want a shoe with lots of comfort. The OOFOS OOmg Low might be a great choice. It’s got a layer of extra squishy foam in the midsole. This means that the shoe will absorb the extra shock when you walk. Can […]

What Country Calls Thongs Flip-Flops?

Australia. They’re “thongs” in Australia and “plakkies” in South Africa. Even some areas of the United States have special names for them, such as “zories” on the East Coast, “clam diggers” in Texas, and “slippers” in Hawaii. Although the name “flip-flops” originated in America in the 1950s, flip-flops go way, way back in time. What […]

How Long Does It Take To Fix Flat Feet?

Structural correction of flat feet can take between 3-18 months. Not all flat feet cases can be corrected, however many can be. What is the fastest way to cure flat feet? For painful flatfeet, a health care provider might suggest: Arch supports (orthotic devices). Nonprescription arch supports can help relieve the pain caused by flatfeet. […]

Are Crocs Or Oofos Better?

The Croc felt far harsher and firmer than the Oofos and had far less bounce when walking. I did a bit of a fingernail midsole push test and my sense is that the proprietary OOfoam has more rebound/give back that regular running shoe foam or the Crocs. The arch support is apparent and pleasant on […]

What Makes Oofos So Special?

OOFOS is a brand of recovery footwear loved by many people — especially those who are active and athletic. The brand’s OOFoam technology allows the shoes to absorb more impact than traditional foam footwear materials, while also providing an optimal blend of cushion and stability. Why do OOFOS feel so good? Oofos History Through their […]

What Causes Flat Feet?

Flat feet are caused by a variety of conditions including injuries, obesity, and arthritis. Aging, genetics, and pregnancy can also contribute to flat feet. You’re also more likely to have flat feet if you have a neurological or muscular disease such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, or spina bifida. Can flat feet corrected? Nonprescription arch […]

What Makes A Shoe A Flip-Flop?

If the footwear you’re looking at has a thong strap that goes between your big toe and your second toe, then that’s a flip flop, 100%. The same goes for if you have a large, supportive strap worn across your instep. It doesn’t matter what materials your shoes are made out of; you’re wearing flip […]

Are Oofos Good For Foot Pain?

According to internally commissioned lab tests from Oofos, its footwear was found to help relieve foot ailments such as plantar fasciitis and showed a significant positive impact in recovery for athletes experiencing lower leg pain, recovering from a lower leg injury, or who are at risk of injury. Are OOFOS good for foot problems? All […]