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Love shoes
I really love these Pelova shoes. The first week was a little bit rough. It hurt my feet a little bit but after getting used to it for about seven days, I can feel a big improvement in my feet and my posture back pain hit pain, etc..
So glad they’re comfortable enough to enjoy without socks!
Verified Buyer
Great new shoes.
I love these new shoes. It takes a little getting used to and learning how to get all the toes in the right place but once you figure it out the shoes are comfortable and work well.
Love hearing this, so glad they feel comfortable and perform well once your toes settle into place!
Verified Buyer
shoe tech has come a ways in 10 years
When I had previously bought a competitor's shoe prior to 2019, it felt like I was taking a gamble on a relatively new entry into the market. It was good for walking with, but uncomfortable for pretty much anything else. Fast forward to today, these are good for walking but feel fine to wear for the full day at work sitting behind a desk. When walking with these, I feel like I'm being propelled forward. I wish my pinky toes were easier to get in there, but maybe that will get easier with time.
I have suffered from foot pain for years—pain that at times prevented me from walking normally. I had to stop walking when I played golf, and had to use a cart. The problem with my right foot became much worse after I had my right knee replaced nine months ago.
I saw two podiatrists in the last year for professional opinions. The first diagnosed Morton’s toe involving my right second and third toes. He gave me a shot, but unfortunately it did not help. Months later, after a right knee replacement I saw a second podiatrist who said my second toe was enlarged with arthritis and that surgery could solve the issue. The recovery would require two to three months.
After replacing my knee during last winter so I could play golf this summer, I was not at all eager to face another surgical procedure. So I began using AI to help me better understand and diagnose my problem. Most of the research pointed toward a metatarsal issue. I also discovered how many bones were in the foot and why foot surgery often causes life-long issues rather than solving the problem,
As AI suggested, I bought several different pairs of wide toe-box shoes with zero drop, some helped but did not eliminate the pain. Then I started installing metatarsal pads in the problem shoe, and eventually in both shoes. I purchased different sizes of pads and tried them in various locations under several different insoles I had purchased. After a lot of trial and error, the pain became controllable, though not gone. I was walking fairly well, but still with moderate pain.
Then I happened to watch a golf instructor video. The instructor was wearing unusual black shoes with individual toes. I studied the video several times to try to determine the brand but couldn't make it out, then after several searches, I found your site.
I received your shoes ten days ago. At first, they were very difficult to put on but fit perfectly—but VOILA the pain was gone immediately upon the first wearing.
What?
How could this be? What was so different about these shoes that allowed me to walk like a kid again? Suddenly I could walk without special insoles or pads. You two inventors are magicians.
I bought the golfing model ( one size up as you suggested) of your shoe, but now I only use them as my house slippers to, as you suggest, “train” my feet. About four days ago, I began to ease into the shoes more naturally and get my toes into the shoe on the first try, just as you said would happen, because the shoes began to form to my feet.
On my wish list: a different color golf shoe, white ankle socks, and a more stable heel so I can slide into the shoes without fiddling with the heel pad, which often collapses when I put the shoes on.
Thank you so much for designing these shoes.
God bless you for curing the foot pain of this 83-year-old man.
Tomorrow I will try to walk the golf course when I play...not sure how far I will make it in my old golf shoes. And I will buy another pair of your shoes as I don't want to get my current house slippers dirty!
Jess
What an incredible story - so glad the Apollos have helped you walk comfortably again and enjoy life with less foot pain!
Verified Buyer
Surprisingly comfortable
Definitely light weight and surprisingly comfortable from the moment put them on. They are helping my feet and ankles get stronger because of the barefoot level of support for the ankles and freedom of movement through the forefoot.
Love hearing this—so glad they felt lightweight and comfortable right away!
Verified Buyer
Just Casual
I like the Strand ATR. It's comfortable. I only use them as casual wear. I'm not too crazy about the elastic cord because I got spoiled with the ease of slipping on the Carrie St. However, I do appreciate that little hook on the tab, but I wish it was easier to snap on/off. Possibly having a tiny bar near the top of the shoe for the hook. What about the possibility of making the tab magnetic?
I have very wide feet and was hesitant to order as I didn’t want the hassle of a return. Imagine my surprise when these shoes fit perfectly! I ordered EXACTLY as was suggested. I still have to break them in but am looking forward to wearing them.
Love hearing this - so glad the recommended size gave you a perfect fit!
Verified Buyer
Fixing my broken feet
For years, my toes have been bent wrong. I’ve been walking wrong. It’s called sciatic pain and nerve pain. These shoes were hard to put on for the first five minutes not because there was anything wrong with the shoes, but because there was everything wrong with my feet. I’m five days in right now and I have more comfort on my walk-in stride and step that I’ve had in years. I am 6 foot8 size 14 shoe, 280 pounds. These work for big men too. I can’t wait to take these to Nepal later this year.
What an amazing improvement - so glad they’re helping you walk with more comfort and confidence!
Verified Buyer
Great shies
I wear these shoes as my soul shoes now I don’t wear the regular shoes anymore. I work in them in the emergency room 12 hours at a time and some 24 hour shifts without an issue with my back my feet or my knees love them like this is also my fifth pair.
Love hearing this - five pairs says it all, and we’re so glad they keep you comfortable through those long ER shifts!
Verified Buyer
Great shoe
I’m really enjoying the separation of the toes. I feel more balance and I really have enjoyed them. This is my second pair. I bought the yellow and black ones first but I didn’t realize that there were half size 2 small they’re a little harder to put on, but the black shoes I got now are really easy to get on and off really enjoy the product
Only because I can fit my right foot in it. On my left foot I have a really crooked toe and can't wear the left shoe. I hope that they put it in their future products so that people like me don't end up buying shoes they can't wear on one foot.
I have soo much more flexibility in my feet and they are pain free.
Response from Peluva
That’s wonderful to hear—so glad your feet feel flexible and pain-free!
Verified Buyer
Recommend getting 1 1/2 size larger
These are my 4 th pair of peluva shoes. The first two pairs I purchased were only one size bigger. I really love them wearing them around the house, but when I went for a couple mile walk, my toes were pressing the top edges and they seem to be too small, so I purchased one and a half size bigger than what I normally wear and they are much better.
Love hearing this - so glad they’re comfortable, high-quality, and getting compliments!
Verified Buyer
Awesome toe shoes and socks!
Peluva toe shoes and socks arrived per shipping info. Grateful that the Peluva website encourages buyers to size up (sized uo one full size) because had I purchased my regular shoe size, the Peluva toe shoes would have been too small.
Toe socks and toe shoes fit perfectly 👌🏾 Grateful for the youtube videos that provide instructions on how to put them on correctly.
It takes a bit of time to get toes to cooperate. However, it gets easier as you continue to wear them.
Best purchase that I have made in a long time. If you are considering buying a pair of toe shoes, look no further than Peluva because these shoes do not disappoint.
Satisfied customer!
I don't think I'd like other toe shoes I've seen, but these are very comfortable after you've walked in them for a while to get used to them. Lol, I stood on my toes like a ballerina in one pair after wearing these almost exclusively for around 2 years and it very much impressed my friends.
Response from Peluva
Love hearing this, so glad they’ve kept you comfortable and strong over the years!
Verified Buyer
Good everyday shoe.
These are great for walking around in just everyday situations, or exercise. My last pair lasted me about 2 years with moderate exercise and prevented blisters from forming on my toes the way they do with normal sneakers. I just wish they had the same dark blue color I had bought before.
So glad they’ve been dependable for everyday wear and exercise, and we appreciate the color suggestion!
Verified Buyer
Great for long walks
I've had the original Strands for about 2 years and put a lot of miles on them, so needed a replacement. I got another pair for work plus these sport mesh ones. The sport mesh ones have been great as well, I think the extra outter padding helps. I originally got these style of shoes because one of my toes would always get a blister while walking for exercise, and they seem to help prevent that.