12.20.2010
12.02.2010
NB Fox Valley e newsletter, December 2010!
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Vanderloop Shoes Safety Newsletter
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Customize an Industrial Footwear Program
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custom industrial footwear posters and programs.
ESD FOOTWEAR CARE & CLEANING
Electro Static Dissipative (ESD or SD) footwear absorbs and neutralizes static electricity by absorbing loose electrons and sending them into the floor. ESD footwear regulates the accumulation of electrical charge within your body and reduces the risk of static shock. Vanderloop Shoes offers a variety of safety and soft toe ESD footwear. Below are some easy steps to maintain ESD footwear. These steps will help the footwear test longer and may increase the life of your shoes.
To maintain proper ESD performance, these shoes must be frequently maintained and routinely cleaned. The recommended weekly care and cleaning schedule is:
1) Keep the outsole very clean & free of all dirt, debris and other compounds. Scrub the outsole using a mild soap.
2) Keep the inside of the shoe clean. Remove the insole and vacuum the insole and the interior of the shoe.
3) Clean upper with damp cloth.
The insole is a critical component of the ESD shoe. NEVER replace the original insole with a substitute.
Very dry feet or socks and a dry environment may reduce the performance of the ESD footwear. Humidity is essential to ESD performance. Do not use shoe powders that reduce internal humidity of the footwear.
The logo at the left will appear on shelf tags and posters of ESD footwear sold by Vanderloop Shoes. If footwear is ESD, the letters SD will also be printed on a tag inside the shoe. For more information please contact a sales associate at your local Vanderloop Shoes or contact our corporate office (1-800-236-8403).
To maintain proper ESD performance, these shoes must be frequently maintained and routinely cleaned. The recommended weekly care and cleaning schedule is:
1) Keep the outsole very clean & free of all dirt, debris and other compounds. Scrub the outsole using a mild soap.
2) Keep the inside of the shoe clean. Remove the insole and vacuum the insole and the interior of the shoe.
3) Clean upper with damp cloth.
The insole is a critical component of the ESD shoe. NEVER replace the original insole with a substitute.
Very dry feet or socks and a dry environment may reduce the performance of the ESD footwear. Humidity is essential to ESD performance. Do not use shoe powders that reduce internal humidity of the footwear.
11.23.2010
11.01.2010
New Balance Fox Valley e-newsletter, November 2010
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Safety Newsletter for November 2010
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10.25.2010
INTERESTING FOOT FACTS!!!
According to Foot.com, “Three out of 4 Americans experience serious foot problems in their lifetime.”
The foot & ankle contains 26 bones, 33 joints, and +100 muscles, tendons and ligaments (fact from podiatrychannel.com).
According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, your feet act as shock absorbers and cushion up to one million pounds of pressure during one hour of strenuous exercise.
“Your feet mirror your general health. Conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, nerve and circulatory disorders can show their initial symptoms in the feet - so foot ailments can be your first sign of more serious medical problems.” (fact from foot.com)
“Shopping for shoes is best done in the afternoon or evening because your feet tend to swell during the day. When you try on shoes, try them on both feet. Many people have one foot larger than the other; and it's best to fit the larger one.”(fact from Dr. Jerome Cawthon, DPM)
According to Foot.com, “Walking is the best exercise for your feet. It also contributes to your general health by improving circulation, contributing to weight control, and promoting all-around well being.”
Your feet are not exactly alike. One might be longer or wider than the other. Always have both feet measured when trying on footwear and buy shoes to properly fit your longer and/or wider foot (fact from foot.com).
According to Foot.com, “Women have 4 TIMES as many foot problems as men. High heels are partly to blame.”
“Experts say that 80 percent of foot surgery is performed on women.” -from “Save Your Soles,” by Dorothy Foltz-Gray. Ladies’ Home Journal. Published June 2009.
According to Foot.com, a pair of feet contain a total of 250,000 sweat glands, which could excrete a half-pint of moisture a day.
“The 52 bones in your feet make up about one quarter of all bones in your body.” (fact from Georgia Podiatric Medical Association).
The number of steps taken in a day by the average person is 8,000—10,000. This is estimated to add up to roughly 115,000 miles in a lifetime or four times around the circumference of the earth (fact from foot.com).
“The skin on the bottom of your feet is thicker than it is anywhere else on your body. It is the first defense against repetitive foot problems.”(fact from Dr. Mark H. Tompkin-Podiatric Physician)
According to Foot.com, when it comes to foot health “neglect and a lack of awareness of proper care—including ill fitting shoes” are the leading reasons for foot problems. Only a small percent of the population is actually born with foot problems.
image from webmd.com
The foot & ankle contains 26 bones, 33 joints, and +100 muscles, tendons and ligaments (fact from podiatrychannel.com).
According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, your feet act as shock absorbers and cushion up to one million pounds of pressure during one hour of strenuous exercise.
“Your feet mirror your general health. Conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, nerve and circulatory disorders can show their initial symptoms in the feet - so foot ailments can be your first sign of more serious medical problems.” (fact from foot.com)
“Shopping for shoes is best done in the afternoon or evening because your feet tend to swell during the day. When you try on shoes, try them on both feet. Many people have one foot larger than the other; and it's best to fit the larger one.”(fact from Dr. Jerome Cawthon, DPM)
According to Foot.com, “Walking is the best exercise for your feet. It also contributes to your general health by improving circulation, contributing to weight control, and promoting all-around well being.”
Your feet are not exactly alike. One might be longer or wider than the other. Always have both feet measured when trying on footwear and buy shoes to properly fit your longer and/or wider foot (fact from foot.com).
According to Foot.com, “Women have 4 TIMES as many foot problems as men. High heels are partly to blame.”
“Experts say that 80 percent of foot surgery is performed on women.” -from “Save Your Soles,” by Dorothy Foltz-Gray. Ladies’ Home Journal. Published June 2009.
According to Foot.com, a pair of feet contain a total of 250,000 sweat glands, which could excrete a half-pint of moisture a day.
“The 52 bones in your feet make up about one quarter of all bones in your body.” (fact from Georgia Podiatric Medical Association).
The number of steps taken in a day by the average person is 8,000—10,000. This is estimated to add up to roughly 115,000 miles in a lifetime or four times around the circumference of the earth (fact from foot.com).
“The skin on the bottom of your feet is thicker than it is anywhere else on your body. It is the first defense against repetitive foot problems.”(fact from Dr. Mark H. Tompkin-Podiatric Physician)
According to Foot.com, when it comes to foot health “neglect and a lack of awareness of proper care—including ill fitting shoes” are the leading reasons for foot problems. Only a small percent of the population is actually born with foot problems.
10.21.2010
Foot Health Tips
Tips are from Dr. Toni Neal of Neal Diabetic Foot and Ankle Center LLC on Durkee Street in Appleton.
Don’t ignore foot pain – it is not normal. If the pain persists, see a podiatry physician.
Inspect your feet regularly. Pay attention to changes in color and temperature of your feet.
Wash your feet regularly, especially between the toes and be sure to dry them completely.
Trim toenails straight across, but not too short. Be careful not to cut nails in corners or on the sides, it can lead to ingrown nails.
Make sure that your shoes fit properly. Purchase new shoes later in the day when feet tend to be at their largest and replace worn out shoes as soon as possible.
Select and wear the right shoe for the activity that you are engaged in.
Alternate shoes - don't wear the same pair of shoes every day.
Avoid walking barefoot - your feet will be more prone to injury and infection. Always use sunblock on your feet when you do have them uncovered.
Be cautious when using home remedies for foot aliments, as self-treatment can often turn a minor problem into a major one.
If you are a person with diabetes, it is vital you see a podiatric physician at least once a year for a check up.
Don’t ignore foot pain – it is not normal. If the pain persists, see a podiatry physician.
Inspect your feet regularly. Pay attention to changes in color and temperature of your feet.
Wash your feet regularly, especially between the toes and be sure to dry them completely.
Trim toenails straight across, but not too short. Be careful not to cut nails in corners or on the sides, it can lead to ingrown nails.
Make sure that your shoes fit properly. Purchase new shoes later in the day when feet tend to be at their largest and replace worn out shoes as soon as possible.
Select and wear the right shoe for the activity that you are engaged in.
Alternate shoes - don't wear the same pair of shoes every day.
Avoid walking barefoot - your feet will be more prone to injury and infection. Always use sunblock on your feet when you do have them uncovered.
Be cautious when using home remedies for foot aliments, as self-treatment can often turn a minor problem into a major one.
If you are a person with diabetes, it is vital you see a podiatric physician at least once a year for a check up.
10.04.2010
65 Year Anniversary Sale!!!
Shop NOW for great deals on your favorite shoes from brands like Aetrex, Born, New Balance, Propet, Red Wing, SAS, Soft Spots and more!
10.01.2010
New Balance Fox Valley e newsletter, October 2010
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Here are links from the newsletter:
Save 2nd Base: http://www.meetatthebar.com/cancer_walk.html
Strides Against Breast Cancer: http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/MakingStridesAgainstBreastCancer/MSABCFY11Midwest?pg=entry&fr_id=28109
Save Lids to Save Lives: http://www.yoplait.com/slsl/
Susan G. Komen Online Store: http://www.shopkomen.com/
Susan G. Komen for the Cure: http://ww5.komen.org/
Walk Like a Princess: http://www.youtube.com/whatmovesyou
9.30.2010
Vanderloop Shoes Safety Newsletter, October 2010
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9.24.2010
Shoes Can Make a Difference
This article is from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration online. For more information visit www.fda.gov.
As stylish as they may be, high heels and shoes that squeeze the feet are linked to a host of foot problems. Painful bunions, which are misaligned toe joints, are much more common in women than men. Poorly fitting shoes don't cause bunions, but can aggravate existing ones.
Some people with bunions can eliminate pain with conservative approaches such as wearing bunion pads, avoiding high heels, and buying comfortable shoes that are shaped like their feet and that provide more toe room.
Other common problems from tight shoes include nerve growths called neuromas, corns, calluses, blisters, and hammertoes, a condition in which the toes are bent like a claw.
"Shoes should be comfortable right when you buy them," says Jane Andersen, D.P.M., a podiatrist in Chapel Hill, N.C. "You should be able to wiggle your toes. And shoes should have a strong sole that flexes at the ball of your foot."
Consumers also should make sure that they're wearing the right size. "Most adults don't have their feet measured when they buy new shoes," Andersen says, "but your shoe size can change as you get older because the feet can spread and lengthen."
Buch says one way to ensure that you get the right shoe size is to stand on a blank piece of paper and trace the outline of your feet on the paper with a pen at home. "Your shoe choice should completely cover the outline of your foot," Buch says, "with no lines showing outside the shoe when the shoe is placed on top of the outline you traced."
As stylish as they may be, high heels and shoes that squeeze the feet are linked to a host of foot problems. Painful bunions, which are misaligned toe joints, are much more common in women than men. Poorly fitting shoes don't cause bunions, but can aggravate existing ones.Some people with bunions can eliminate pain with conservative approaches such as wearing bunion pads, avoiding high heels, and buying comfortable shoes that are shaped like their feet and that provide more toe room.
Other common problems from tight shoes include nerve growths called neuromas, corns, calluses, blisters, and hammertoes, a condition in which the toes are bent like a claw.
"Shoes should be comfortable right when you buy them," says Jane Andersen, D.P.M., a podiatrist in Chapel Hill, N.C. "You should be able to wiggle your toes. And shoes should have a strong sole that flexes at the ball of your foot."
Consumers also should make sure that they're wearing the right size. "Most adults don't have their feet measured when they buy new shoes," Andersen says, "but your shoe size can change as you get older because the feet can spread and lengthen."
Buch says one way to ensure that you get the right shoe size is to stand on a blank piece of paper and trace the outline of your feet on the paper with a pen at home. "Your shoe choice should completely cover the outline of your foot," Buch says, "with no lines showing outside the shoe when the shoe is placed on top of the outline you traced."
9.23.2010
Key Dates In New Balance Athletic Shoe, Inc. History
1906 William J. Riley, a 33 year-old waiter, decides to build arch supports that relieve the pain suffered by people who spend all day working on their feet.
1934 Riley goes into partnership with his leading salesman, Arthur Hall.
1938 First running shoe designed for the Boston Running Club.
1953 Hall sells the business to his daughter and son-in-law, Eleanor & Paul Kidd.
1960 Trackster running shoe is the first running shoe available in multiple widths.
1972 Jim Davis buys the company from the Kidds the day of the Boston Marathon
1978 First international sales office is established in London. New Balance designs first women’s specific running shoe.
1980 The M355 is designed specifically for Trail Running with an off road outsole.
1981 The M990 is the first $100 running shoe and the most enduring technical
running shoe in the market.
1995 First US New Balance stores open in New York and Chicago.
2003 100th New Balance store opens.
2010 Over 150 New Balance stores in North America and growing.
1934 Riley goes into partnership with his leading salesman, Arthur Hall.
1938 First running shoe designed for the Boston Running Club.
1953 Hall sells the business to his daughter and son-in-law, Eleanor & Paul Kidd.
1960 Trackster running shoe is the first running shoe available in multiple widths.
1972 Jim Davis buys the company from the Kidds the day of the Boston Marathon
1978 First international sales office is established in London. New Balance designs first women’s specific running shoe.
1980 The M355 is designed specifically for Trail Running with an off road outsole.
1981 The M990 is the first $100 running shoe and the most enduring technical
running shoe in the market.
1995 First US New Balance stores open in New York and Chicago.
2003 100th New Balance store opens.
2010 Over 150 New Balance stores in North America and growing.
Visit New Balance Fox Valley (owned and operated by Vanderloop Shoes Inc)
1861 N Casaloma Drive, Appleton (920) 882-8585
9.20.2010
Volks(op)loop 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 18!
Vanderloop Shoes Inc and New Balance Fox Valley hosted the
2nd Annual Volks(op)loop 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 18th!
Tim sang the National Anthem before the 5K.
On Your Mark... Get Set... Go!
9.14.2010
Kermis Dutch Festival - September 17th & 18th!!!
Kermis Dutch Festival will take place this weekend at Legion Park in Little Chute (near Little Chute Elementary School). Festival hours are Friday, September 17th from 4:30-midnight and Saturday, September 18th from 10am-10pm.
Events for Friday...
food and beer, artisan vendors, wooden shoe carving, live music, fish fry benefitting Haven of Hope, dunk tank, Kermis Korn Roast and more!
Events for Saturday...
Volks(op)loop 5K Run/Walk (sponsored by Vanderloop Shoes and New Balance Fox Valley!), Pancake & Sausage Breakfast, food and beer, pig roast, artisan vendors, wooden shoe carving, live music, cookie eating contest, dutch dansers, dunk tank, kid's games and inflatables, softball game (Budweiser vs. Little Chute Baseball Club) and more!
Find us on Facebook... http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=120329834657778&ref=ts
9.13.2010
Getting The Right Fit In Athletic Footwear
“Most adults gravitate toward the shoe size they have had for the last 10, even 20 years. But keep in mind that pregnancy or weight gain may increase your foot size. Any shoes vary in size from company to company, so treat the size on the box only as a starting point. Shop for shoes late in the day, when your feet are the largest. Make sure the store uses a Brannock® device to size your feet. Always have booth feet measured before fitting a shoe and fit to the longer foot. Take time to find a quality shoe shop. Your feet are worth it.
Ask yourself these questions when trying on shoes:
-Other than length, do the footwear fit in all of the other areas? Is the heel a good fit, for instance? (That will help stabilize the rear foot when it hits the ground.)
-Does the shoe fit in the mid foot section and the arch area?
-Does it fit around the instep area?
-Does the toe box of the shoe fit the shape of the foot? Is there enough width?
It is never appropriate to “break in” a shoe. Shoes should feel comfortable from the moment you try them on. If you need a shoe horn, your shoes are too small.”
For more information about getting the right or to have your feet measured, stop by New Balance Fox Valley today. Our fully-trained fit specialists are happy to guide you through the shoe shopping experience to assure that you get the right fit.
A portion of this article is from superfeet. Healthy feet. Better life. Guaranteed.
Ask yourself these questions when trying on shoes:
-Other than length, do the footwear fit in all of the other areas? Is the heel a good fit, for instance? (That will help stabilize the rear foot when it hits the ground.)
-Does the shoe fit in the mid foot section and the arch area?
-Does it fit around the instep area?
-Does the toe box of the shoe fit the shape of the foot? Is there enough width?
It is never appropriate to “break in” a shoe. Shoes should feel comfortable from the moment you try them on. If you need a shoe horn, your shoes are too small.”
For more information about getting the right or to have your feet measured, stop by New Balance Fox Valley today. Our fully-trained fit specialists are happy to guide you through the shoe shopping experience to assure that you get the right fit.
A portion of this article is from superfeet. Healthy feet. Better life. Guaranteed.
9.09.2010
New Balance and New Balance Fox Valley
The New Balance brand focuses on making quality athletic footwear to fit every foot. The company offers footwear in a variety of widths and sizes for men, women and children, including up to men’s size 20. By adding technology to increase cushion, add support and stability, and using materials that are lightweight and moisture-wicking, New Balance has found ways to make footwear that will enhance the wearer’s performance without compromising fit and overall comfort.
Although New Balance footwear is sold at many big-box stores throughout the United States, what many don’t understand is that there is a difference between the New Balance footwear that is sold at the chain stores and the New Balance footwear that is sold at New Balance Fox Valley.
These differences include the quality of the materials the footwear is made from, the technology that is built into the shoe, and most importantly, the amount of cushion and support in the shoe. New Balance Fox Valley also offers the most up-to-date styles. The benefit of buying these up-to-date styles is that the technology built into them is the most current, which means you have the opportunity to experience the latest and greatest in footwear.
New Balance Fox Valley opened in Appleton in 2003. The store is owned and operated by Vanderloop Shoes Inc. Like its parent-company, New Balance Fox Valley offers one-on-one customer service that starts with measuring a customer’s feet.
“Buying shoes is more than finding a size and assuming it will fit,” says New Balance Fox Valley Manager and Fit Specialist Andy Vanderloop, who stresses that just because a customer wears a certain size in one brand or style doesn’t mean they will always wear that size. Footwear fits differently depending on the shape of the shoe and the materials it is made of. Aside from the differences in footwear, feet also change.
“Your feet and shoe size can change because of reasons like weight gain or loss, pregnancy, and injury,” said Vanderloop. “I recommended treating your shoe size as a starting point and working from there.” Vanderloop suggests having your feet measured every time you shop for footwear.
Aside from footwear, New Balance Fox Valley also sells athletic and leisure apparel, hats, socks, insoles, duffel bags, and shoe care products.
New Balance Fox Valley is located at 1861 N. Casaloma Drive in Appleton – just a few blocks from the Fox River Mall. Store hours are Monday through Friday 10am-7pm, Saturday 10am-6pm, and Sunday 11am-4pm. For more information about New Balance Fox Valley or Vanderloop Shoes please visit them online at www.vanderloopshoes.com or call New Balance Fox Valley at (920) 882.8585. Shop at New Balance Fox Valley…Where You Will FIT Right In!
Although New Balance footwear is sold at many big-box stores throughout the United States, what many don’t understand is that there is a difference between the New Balance footwear that is sold at the chain stores and the New Balance footwear that is sold at New Balance Fox Valley.
These differences include the quality of the materials the footwear is made from, the technology that is built into the shoe, and most importantly, the amount of cushion and support in the shoe. New Balance Fox Valley also offers the most up-to-date styles. The benefit of buying these up-to-date styles is that the technology built into them is the most current, which means you have the opportunity to experience the latest and greatest in footwear.
New Balance Fox Valley opened in Appleton in 2003. The store is owned and operated by Vanderloop Shoes Inc. Like its parent-company, New Balance Fox Valley offers one-on-one customer service that starts with measuring a customer’s feet.
“Buying shoes is more than finding a size and assuming it will fit,” says New Balance Fox Valley Manager and Fit Specialist Andy Vanderloop, who stresses that just because a customer wears a certain size in one brand or style doesn’t mean they will always wear that size. Footwear fits differently depending on the shape of the shoe and the materials it is made of. Aside from the differences in footwear, feet also change.
“Your feet and shoe size can change because of reasons like weight gain or loss, pregnancy, and injury,” said Vanderloop. “I recommended treating your shoe size as a starting point and working from there.” Vanderloop suggests having your feet measured every time you shop for footwear.
Aside from footwear, New Balance Fox Valley also sells athletic and leisure apparel, hats, socks, insoles, duffel bags, and shoe care products.
New Balance Fox Valley is located at 1861 N. Casaloma Drive in Appleton – just a few blocks from the Fox River Mall. Store hours are Monday through Friday 10am-7pm, Saturday 10am-6pm, and Sunday 11am-4pm. For more information about New Balance Fox Valley or Vanderloop Shoes please visit them online at www.vanderloopshoes.com or call New Balance Fox Valley at (920) 882.8585. Shop at New Balance Fox Valley…Where You Will FIT Right In!
9.08.2010
Benefits to Using Footwear Care Products
The use of a protective coating on shoes and boots can help them last longer as well as give you more protection than what your footwear may already offer. Below is a list of footwear care products available from Vanderloop Shoes that can assist in extending the life of your current footwear as well as offer other benefits including: protecting, waterproofing & softening leather.
BOOT OIL: This care product provides optimal conditioning qualities. Boot oil is designed to replenish the oils lost by leather from repeated wetting and drying. It is easy to apply with a dry cloth and works on all leather products. Boot oil is made of silicone and lanolin.
LEATHER DRESSING: This care product helps condition and preserve leather and also provides excellent water repellence. Leather dressing is applied by hand with a dry cloth. It is made of beeswax, pine pitch and mink oil. This product does NOT contain silicone or petroleum ingredients.
WATERPROOF SPRAY: This care product provides an invisible and breathable protective coating that repels water. This spray can be applied to all leather products. It can help repel water on your current footwear or can be sprayed on a waterproof product to increase the benefits.
All care products should be applied to clean leather to maximize the benefits. Care products can be applied as needed, with multiple layers providing more protection. Be sure to follow the directions listed on the back of the product for best results, especially for dry time between wear or layers. Vanderloop Shoes offers a variety of shoe and leather care products on our website, including the products listed above. For more information or to purchase care products online please visit www.vanderloopshoes.com.
BOOT OIL: This care product provides optimal conditioning qualities. Boot oil is designed to replenish the oils lost by leather from repeated wetting and drying. It is easy to apply with a dry cloth and works on all leather products. Boot oil is made of silicone and lanolin.
LEATHER DRESSING: This care product helps condition and preserve leather and also provides excellent water repellence. Leather dressing is applied by hand with a dry cloth. It is made of beeswax, pine pitch and mink oil. This product does NOT contain silicone or petroleum ingredients.
WATERPROOF SPRAY: This care product provides an invisible and breathable protective coating that repels water. This spray can be applied to all leather products. It can help repel water on your current footwear or can be sprayed on a waterproof product to increase the benefits.
All care products should be applied to clean leather to maximize the benefits. Care products can be applied as needed, with multiple layers providing more protection. Be sure to follow the directions listed on the back of the product for best results, especially for dry time between wear or layers. Vanderloop Shoes offers a variety of shoe and leather care products on our website, including the products listed above. For more information or to purchase care products online please visit www.vanderloopshoes.com.
9.07.2010
9.03.2010
Red Wing Labor Day Sale NOW-Sept 18th!!!
Print this coupon and bring it to our Little Chute or Green Bay store for HUGE savings on all American Made Red Wing shoes and boots!!! PLUS get a FREE tshirt with you purchase.
Listen to WAPL this weekend to WIN A FREE PAIR OF RED WING BOOTS!!!
Look for our ad in the Green Bay Press Gazette and at PackerNews.com.
9.02.2010
Ten Points of Proper Fit
1. Widths and sizes can vary among brands and styles. Do not select shoes based on the size marked in the shoe, but how it fits your foot.
2. When choosing footwear, select a shoe thatconforms to the shape of your foot.
3. Have your feet measured regularly because the length and width of your feet can change due to age, injury, pregnancy and changes in weight.
4. Always have both feet measured. It is common to have one foot longer or wider than the other.
5. Go shoe shopping after you have been on your feet for a while. This is when your feet are the largest and most swollen.
6. Stand during the fit process, including when your feet are being measured and when you are trying on footwear. Assure that there is enough space for your longest toe, especially in footwear with a safety toe.
7. Make sure that the ball of your foot fits snugly into the widest part of the shoe.
8. Don’t buy shoes that are too tight with expectations that they will stretch to fit.
9. Assure that your heels fit comfortably in the shoes with minimum slippage.
10. Walk around the store (or shoemobile) in the shoes to check for proper fit and comfort. Move in positions that you would normally be in during work.
Proper fit tips from National Shoe Retailers Association, the Prescription Footwear Association and the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society.
2. When choosing footwear, select a shoe thatconforms to the shape of your foot.
3. Have your feet measured regularly because the length and width of your feet can change due to age, injury, pregnancy and changes in weight.
4. Always have both feet measured. It is common to have one foot longer or wider than the other.
5. Go shoe shopping after you have been on your feet for a while. This is when your feet are the largest and most swollen.
6. Stand during the fit process, including when your feet are being measured and when you are trying on footwear. Assure that there is enough space for your longest toe, especially in footwear with a safety toe.
7. Make sure that the ball of your foot fits snugly into the widest part of the shoe.
8. Don’t buy shoes that are too tight with expectations that they will stretch to fit.
9. Assure that your heels fit comfortably in the shoes with minimum slippage.
10. Walk around the store (or shoemobile) in the shoes to check for proper fit and comfort. Move in positions that you would normally be in during work.
Proper fit tips from National Shoe Retailers Association, the Prescription Footwear Association and the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society.
9.01.2010
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8.25.2010
MEET OUR ON-STAFF CERTIFIED PEDORTHIST!
WHAT IS A CERTIFIED PEDORTHIST? A Certified Pedorthist (or C.Ped) is trained to select and fit footwear and devices in order to solve problems related to the feet and lower limbs. Cory has been working in the footwear industry since 2003 and a C.Ped since November 2004.
MEET CORY. Cory R. Steward has been working in the footwear industry since 2003. His first job was as a sales associate at Morgan’s Shoes in Madison, WI. Cory graduated from X-Tra Depth University in Milwaukee, WI, in 2004. He has been a certified pedorthist since completing the certification exam in November 2004. Cory has been working for Vanderloop Shoes Inc. since January 2004, with experience as a sales associate at Vanderloop Shoes - Little Chute, manager at New Balance Fox Valley, and most recently in the industrial footwear/shoemobile division of Vanderloop Shoes Inc. Because of this experience, Cory has a broad knowledge of the footwear industry and the products carried at all Vanderloop Shoes locations.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. This is a free service offered to all customers. It is just another way for our customers to Experience the Difference. We understand the importance of proper fit and know that the right footwear can change the way you feel.
Our fully-trained sales associates in the store and on the shoemobile can properly fit any foot. Our on–staff Certified Pedorthist can take it a step further by offering an analysis of the footwear you currently wear and your individual needs. The appointment includes a fitting of new footwear and an orthotic (if you are not currently using one) and the chance to ask Cory footwear and foot health questions. There is no obligation to purchase.
To schedule an appointment please contact the most convenient Vanderloop Shoes retail location for appointment dates and times:
127 E. Main Street, Little Chute (920) 788-1061
1593 Western Avenue, Green Bay (920) 496-0505
MEET CORY. Cory R. Steward has been working in the footwear industry since 2003. His first job was as a sales associate at Morgan’s Shoes in Madison, WI. Cory graduated from X-Tra Depth University in Milwaukee, WI, in 2004. He has been a certified pedorthist since completing the certification exam in November 2004. Cory has been working for Vanderloop Shoes Inc. since January 2004, with experience as a sales associate at Vanderloop Shoes - Little Chute, manager at New Balance Fox Valley, and most recently in the industrial footwear/shoemobile division of Vanderloop Shoes Inc. Because of this experience, Cory has a broad knowledge of the footwear industry and the products carried at all Vanderloop Shoes locations.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. This is a free service offered to all customers. It is just another way for our customers to Experience the Difference. We understand the importance of proper fit and know that the right footwear can change the way you feel.
Our fully-trained sales associates in the store and on the shoemobile can properly fit any foot. Our on–staff Certified Pedorthist can take it a step further by offering an analysis of the footwear you currently wear and your individual needs. The appointment includes a fitting of new footwear and an orthotic (if you are not currently using one) and the chance to ask Cory footwear and foot health questions. There is no obligation to purchase.
To schedule an appointment please contact the most convenient Vanderloop Shoes retail location for appointment dates and times:
127 E. Main Street, Little Chute (920) 788-1061
1593 Western Avenue, Green Bay (920) 496-0505
8.24.2010
2nd Annual Volks(op)loop 5K Run/Walk
LITTLE CHUTE, WI (AUGUST 23, 2010) – Vanderloop Shoes and New Balance Fox Valley will once again host the Volks(op)loop 5K Run/Walk to raise money and awareness for the Little Chute Windmill Project. Last year, the Volks(op)loop raised $2,000 and included 100 local runners and walkers.
The family-friendly run/walk will be held on Saturday, September 18th at 9am at Legion Park in Little Chute. Late registration begins at 8am. Cost to participate is $15 and includes a t-shirt.
The course of the 5K will take participants past the future site of the Little Chute Windmill (located on the corner of Main and Monroe streets), down residential streets and into Heesakkers Park on asphalt and woodchip trails. The 5K will end at Legion Park with refreshments and a cheering area for participants.
The Volks(op)loop is a family-friendly event. Strollers and wagons are welcome. For the safety of all participants please leave bikes and animals at home.
Early registration is recommended. T-shirts are only guaranteed to pre-registered participants. Early registration is due by August 27, 2010. To pick up a registration form visit Vanderloop Shoes in Little Chute and Green Bay or New Balance Fox Valley in Appleton. Several local businesses also have registration forms available. For a printable registration form please email amy@vanderloopshoes.com. T-shirt pickup will be available on Thursday, September 16 and Friday, September 17 at Vanderloop Shoes (127 E. Main Street) from 9am-7pm.
The Volks(op)loop will be held in conjunction with Little Chute’s Annual Kermis Dutch Festival, which will also take place at Legion Park. Event hours for Kermis are Friday, September 17th from 4pm until midnight and Saturday, September 18th from 10am until 10pm.
For more information contact Randy at Vanderloop Shoes (920) 788-1061. Volunteers are also needed to make this event successful. If you are interested in volunteering please contact Amy at Vanderloop Shoes (920) 687-8805 or amy@vanderloopshoes.com.
The family-friendly run/walk will be held on Saturday, September 18th at 9am at Legion Park in Little Chute. Late registration begins at 8am. Cost to participate is $15 and includes a t-shirt.
The course of the 5K will take participants past the future site of the Little Chute Windmill (located on the corner of Main and Monroe streets), down residential streets and into Heesakkers Park on asphalt and woodchip trails. The 5K will end at Legion Park with refreshments and a cheering area for participants.
The Volks(op)loop is a family-friendly event. Strollers and wagons are welcome. For the safety of all participants please leave bikes and animals at home.
Early registration is recommended. T-shirts are only guaranteed to pre-registered participants. Early registration is due by August 27, 2010. To pick up a registration form visit Vanderloop Shoes in Little Chute and Green Bay or New Balance Fox Valley in Appleton. Several local businesses also have registration forms available. For a printable registration form please email amy@vanderloopshoes.com. T-shirt pickup will be available on Thursday, September 16 and Friday, September 17 at Vanderloop Shoes (127 E. Main Street) from 9am-7pm.
The Volks(op)loop will be held in conjunction with Little Chute’s Annual Kermis Dutch Festival, which will also take place at Legion Park. Event hours for Kermis are Friday, September 17th from 4pm until midnight and Saturday, September 18th from 10am until 10pm.
For more information contact Randy at Vanderloop Shoes (920) 788-1061. Volunteers are also needed to make this event successful. If you are interested in volunteering please contact Amy at Vanderloop Shoes (920) 687-8805 or amy@vanderloopshoes.com.
Vanderloop Shoes Inc Raises $450 for Old Glory Honor Flight
LITTLE CHUTE, WI (AUGUST 24, 2010) – Vanderloop Shoes has raised $450 for Old Glory Honor Flight, a program that is devoted to transporting local WWII Veterans to Washington D.C. to visit the memorials dedicated to their service and sacrifice.
Paper flags are still being sold at Vanderloop Shoes stores in Little Chute and Green Bay and New Balance Fox Valley (owned and operated by Vanderloop Shoes Inc). Flags are available in $1 and $5 increments and include room for names or personal messages.
The goal of the program was to raise money and awareness for programs like Old Glory Honor Flight that assist local veterans.
“Many of our customers are veterans or have family that have served or are currently serving,” said Vanderloop Shoes – Green Bay store manager Rebecca Jacobs. “We have had a great response and some very touching stories have been shared.”
All money donated to Old Glory Honor Flight will stay with the local Northeast Wisconsin chapter, which operates out of Appleton.
Old Glory Honor Flights provides WWII Veterans with a one-day tour of the memorials in Washington D.C. including the World War II Memorial, the Iwo Jima Memorial, the Korean War Memorial, the Vietnam War Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
Flags will be sold through September 11 at all Vanderloop Shoes locations. For more information about Old Glory Honor Flight please visit www.oldgloryhonorflight.org.
Paper flags are still being sold at Vanderloop Shoes stores in Little Chute and Green Bay and New Balance Fox Valley (owned and operated by Vanderloop Shoes Inc). Flags are available in $1 and $5 increments and include room for names or personal messages.
The goal of the program was to raise money and awareness for programs like Old Glory Honor Flight that assist local veterans.
“Many of our customers are veterans or have family that have served or are currently serving,” said Vanderloop Shoes – Green Bay store manager Rebecca Jacobs. “We have had a great response and some very touching stories have been shared.”
All money donated to Old Glory Honor Flight will stay with the local Northeast Wisconsin chapter, which operates out of Appleton.
Old Glory Honor Flights provides WWII Veterans with a one-day tour of the memorials in Washington D.C. including the World War II Memorial, the Iwo Jima Memorial, the Korean War Memorial, the Vietnam War Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
Flags will be sold through September 11 at all Vanderloop Shoes locations. For more information about Old Glory Honor Flight please visit www.oldgloryhonorflight.org.
6.25.2010
Vanderloop Shoes is on Facebook. Like us >>> VSI on Facebook
We also have a New Balance Fox Valley page >>> NBFV on Facebook
We also have a New Balance Fox Valley page >>> NBFV on Facebook
6.20.2010
Post Crescent Father's Day Edition
Check out this great article in the Post Crescent! click here to view article.
6.15.2010
Nautilus Special Offer - ONLINE ONLY
Visit VanderloopShoes.com during the month of June for a special discount on Nautilus shoes. We're giving you $10 OFF each pair PLUS FREE SHIPPING! Offer expires June 30, 2010. Use Coupon Code NAU06 to recevie offer. Here's one of the ads that we ran in the Green Bay Press Gazette...
5.14.2010
Old Photos
This is the old store on Main Street in Little Chute. The LC store has since moved into Main Street Plaza, which was built next to the old store-front (see images below).
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It's our NEW blog!!!!
This year marks Vanderloop Shoes Inc's 65 years in business & to celebrate we decided to start a blog. We hope this blog will provide valuable information to our followers including: new products, details about getting the proper fit, foot health facts, sales and special events at our stores and more. We're also happy to answer questions if you have any.
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