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Welcome to the MBT Shoes Forum discussion forum. Please feel free to share your views and reviews about wearing MBT rocker motion footwear shoes, trainers, sneakers or sandals. Start a new topic or reply to any existing ones. Due to spam posts on this forum, all posts are checked prior to coming live on the forum. So please be patient and most genuine postings will be viewable within 24 hours. |
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disappointed in mbts
Posted by cb |
Last Reply August 30, 2010
at 19:49
Started August 27, 2010 at 18:30 |
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I purchased these shoes several years back, paid close to $300 for them, but figured they'd last many, many, many years. They did help with some hip pain I was having, and I did wear the shoes a lot. When I noticed wear on the soles, I decided to pay to have them resoled, only to find out it could not be done (too much mid-sole wear?). The shoestore could not/would not help me and the customer service agent at mbt seemed nonchalant about my issue and I felt like I was being scolded for not sending shoes in sooner to be resoled. No apology from either place. I'm out $300 and no shoes! I feel both manufacturer and shoestore need to make sure consumer is aware that AT THE VERY SLIGHTEST SIGN OF WEAR, the shoes need to be fixed. Extremely disappointed and disgusted! |
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Benefit from Mbt shoes
Posted by Alice |
Last Reply August 30, 2010
at 09:43
Started August 30, 2010 at 09:43 |
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MBT shoes can change the way most of us use our muscles as well as reduce shock forces to the entire skeletal system. Masai Barefoot Technology makes all surfaces like walking in sand. Unlike most conventional training shoes that only support and cushion your feet, the unique lever spring action of MBT's challenge the core strengthening muscles to be more active. This creates good posture and increases shock absorption for all the joints." With MBT shoes, I was able to walk much smoother and more balanced of both feet. Fantastic. I couldn't live without my MBTs now. They allow me walk much more normally with good posture. Though it is a little expensive , I love it for it give much benefit ti my health! |
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Anyone had any problems?
Posted by Zoe |
Last Reply August 28, 2010
at 17:21
Started November 22, 2007 at 15:41 |
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I wonder, has anybody experienced any problems with their MBTs? I bought a pair 2 1/2 years ago and started using them on a daily basis. In fact I was so enthusiastic I started briskly walking part of the way to work every day (appx 2 miles). However, it wasn't long before I started experiencing pain in between the 3rd and 4th metatarsal bones while in the 'toeing off position' (ie. just as my toes leave the floor in a normal stepping movement). I decided to 'walk through' the pain as I was determined to make the most of my new shoes, but the pain was really bad and I realise now I should've seen a doctor sooner. It was a sharp pain, but also at times was like an electrical pain, like the feeling you get when you bang your funny bone, plus numbness around the area. I saw my GP and then a foot specialist, and it was thought to be a morton's neuroma, but I had it operated on and it appears to have been a build of scar tissue around the tendons/ligaments caused either by a direct in... read more |
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RYN shoes forum
Posted by Rob |
Last Reply August 27, 2010
at 21:20
Started March 13, 2009 at 19:06 |
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This forum thread has been started for any discussions about RYB shoes which are similar to MBTs. |
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Mbtsoutlet
Posted by Lorraine Barker |
Last Reply August 26, 2010
at 18:55
Started September 14, 2009 at 08:34 |
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Has anyone ever bought from mbtsoutlet-uk.com and if so please can you tell me how you found the company to be. I have ordered a pair of trainers from this company, but after purchasing them, I found out they were in China, I have e-mailed them repeatedly asking if they are genuine mbt's and they do reply, but not answering my question. The trainers have been shipped, and I can track the parcel, but that doesn't answer my question. Please advise me if you can. Thanks |
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MBT Corporate office / fakes
Posted by bettyk |
Last Reply August 26, 2010
at 04:25
Started April 1, 2010 at 17:36 |
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How do you get in touch with the MBT Corporate office? I have purchased two pair of MBT shoes that are fakes' Local MBT retailer says they are fakes but will not give me a written statement to confirm it. Credit card company says without a written statement they cannot get my money back. hoping to contact MBT to ask them to confirm my shoes are fakes. any suggestions ? |
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Foot Pain
Posted by Julie |
Last Reply August 24, 2010
at 12:04
Started August 19, 2010 at 21:35 |
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I have been suffering with foot pain (metatarsal and foot fatigue) for quite a while. My podiatrist has recommended MBT shoes. Does anyone know if these shoes will help my aching feet or are they just meant to help with back and leg problems? |
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MBT Shoes - Masai Barefoot Technology
Posted by Rob |
Last Reply August 24, 2010
at 08:46
Started February 17, 2007 at 10:02 |
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I saw a member of my surgeons team yesterday after having my latest x-ray on my recently fused ankle. He mentioned that having a rocker fitted to my shoes might help allow my walking to be more smoother. He also told me about MBT Shoes (Masai Barefoot Technology) that may do the trick too, having the rocker idea built into fashionable shoes. They are usually used for muscle toning. They are not cheap at about £129 but if they make a difference then it could be money well spent. Found a shop yesterday but they were moving location! Hope to try some out soon and will report back here now I get on. |
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Where are the best manufactured MBT Shoes?
Posted by CleanUrFeet |
Last Reply August 24, 2010
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Started September 13, 2009 at 20:21 |
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Korea, China, Vietnam? I realize that the quality is subpar nowadays and it seems like a majority of the MBT line is currently manufactured in China. It looks like some of the all leather business shoes are made in Vietnam. I tried on the all leather Vietnamese ones and they fit and felt much better than the Chinese made Sport model. I ended up going on ebay and buying a like new pair of Sports 04 that were manufactured in Korea. They fit and feel like the Vietnamese made leather shoes. So is the current poor quality to be blamed on Chinese manufacturing? Unfortunately this seems to be a current trend in anything imported from China into the USA. |
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MBT shoe sales best prices
Posted by Julie |
Last Reply August 23, 2010
at 20:43
Started October 31, 2008 at 01:19 |
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Just wondering if anyone knows any MBT shoes sales on at the moment for getting cheaper MBT's as they are generally quite expensive to buy. |
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Plantar Fasciitis & MBT
Posted by Terry |
Last Reply August 22, 2010
at 16:08
Started April 28, 2008 at 15:45 |
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Hi, I was just curious if anyone here has plantar fasciitis and if MBT shoes helped them with the condition. I have tried the inserts with gel and walkfit inserts from TV and still am plagued with the pain. Do you have a particular MBT shoes model that you'd recommend for this? Thanks Terry http://www.TrendyShoeShop.com |
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lawsuit?
Posted by Bridget |
Last Reply August 22, 2010
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Started January 5, 2010 at 01:10 |
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Is anyone aware of a class action lawsuit against MBT? I know many people have been injured while wearing them. |
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Aldi sells rocker shoes
Posted by Rob |
Last Reply August 21, 2010
at 14:59
Started August 21, 2010 at 14:59 |
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looks like Aldi is selling rocker style shoes now http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/html/offers/special_buys3_15208.htm |
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upper back and neck pain
Posted by mai ryan |
Last Reply August 20, 2010
at 13:55
Started August 20, 2010 at 13:55 |
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I wear my MBT sandals 50% of the time. I bought them because of working in a café and on my feet a lot, even though they were expensive. Now I have a muscular pain from the shoulder blade to behind the ear, it moves from side to side and it can be in front, from the clavicle to the ear. The only explanation I can think of is the MBTs. Its been about three months since I started wearing them, and the pain is around the same age. Anyone else have this happen? |
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MBT vs RYN shoes
Posted by Rob |
Last Reply August 17, 2010
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Started March 23, 2009 at 07:31 |
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I'm hearing more and more about RYN shoes now and I'm wondering if RYN shoes are actually better than MBT shoes. It seems that the quality of MBT footwear has been getting worse in recent years. Are there people out there that have stopped buying MBT's and started buying RYN's instead? |
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Did I get duped?
Posted by Dawn |
Last Reply August 11, 2010
at 15:50
Started January 6, 2010 at 02:26 |
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I'm brand new to MBT shoes. In fact, I was all set to buy another brand (Skechers Shape ups) when I read on a message board that MBT is much better. So I immediately googled MBT and found shoes that were actually cheaper than the Skechers. Naturally, I ordered them. I just realized when I received shipping notification a little while ago that they are coming from China! Am I getting "fakes", or a knock off shoe that is going to be terrible quality? Thanks so much for your reply. |
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Correct size for MBT boots and shoes?
Posted by Batin |
Last Reply August 11, 2010
at 09:40
Started July 15, 2008 at 20:47 |
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I'm hoping someone can assist. I currently have the Kisumu sandals, size 39 (US 9), which fit well. I now want to purchase online (no stockist in my vicinity) a pair of walking boots and trainers. However, I find the sizing system confusing. On the basis of the MBT women's foot sizing chart that I downloaded it appears I should go with a size 41 (US9.5-10). Maybe even size 41 2/3, if I want to leave plenty of room for socks. Does anyone here who normally takes a size 39 sandal also have the shambla walking boots or black sports unisex trainers? What size did you buy? Do they fit well? Any tips greatly appreciated. (-: Batin |
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Genuine MBT's
Posted by Barbara |
Last Reply August 7, 2010
at 08:53
Started August 3, 2010 at 19:26 |
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Does anyone know where genuine MBT's are made. Everytime I try to buy a pair, they always seem to be made in China. I would be grateful if anyone could let me know where genuine ones say they are made |
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proper fit?
Posted by Denise Fitzgibbon |
Last Reply August 6, 2010
at 19:04
Started August 6, 2010 at 19:04 |
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I ordered my shoes online because no one in Vermont sells them. I got the same size as my danskos. They came in the mail today and they seem a little tight. I'm wondering if they will break in over time or if I need a bigger size. Help! |
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medical problems and mbt
Posted by brian |
Last Reply August 6, 2010
at 03:28
Started September 5, 2008 at 22:57 |
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im co-director at foot-well.com where we sell all posture shoes, we are specialists. Though I am not a medic and would happily defer to the opinion of trained professionals such as podios etc, this thred is some general advice I can give through serving 8500 customers this last year. So any medics on here please no offence intended and happy to learn from you too. thought i would try to guide people about health and mbts. mbts improve posture due to the curved sole keeping you constantly unstable, your brain adjusts by autorepsonse to make you stand straighter. A knock-on effect is that your brain forces your leg and core body muscles to work constantly to keep your balance, which then tones you up. Simple as that, ignore anything else you have read that doesnt explain this. mbts help people who stoop to walk upright, which stops them having neck and back problems in general. stooping by only 4 degrees increases the load on your whole back by 25%,so these customers see an i... read more |
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