Why your feet hurt

Sizing up does not fix a shoe that is the wrong shape

Tap a spot to see why it hurts.

A woman standing in the Dash shoes, side view showing her hips, knees, ankles and the ball of her foot
  1. When your feet are tilted all day, everything above them adjusts to compensate.

    In DashHeel and toe sit level, so you stand the way you do barefoot.

Nothing pressing. Nothing tilting.

What you get with Dash

Built wide from the last up, not just labelled wide

1

Your toes spread the way they do barefoot

Wide at the toes, so nothing crowds them.

2

You stand level instead of tipped forward

Flat from heel to toe, so you stand level.

3

The sole bends with you

A sole that bends with every step.

4

Footing you can trust

A rubber outsole with a fine tread and a wraparound gum edge.

5

Cool and dry rather than damp by lunch

Breathable mesh with ribbed side panels.

6

On your feet in seconds

The lacing opens right up for a wide or high instep.

The details, if you want them

Style
Wide-toe barefoot style casual sneaker
Shoe type
Low-top casual / light hiking shoe
Upper material
Breathable mesh with suede overlays
Insole material
Soft padded, lightweight
Outsole material
Rubber (hard wearing)
Toe box
Extra wide, roomy
Closure
Lace up (adjustable)
Upper coverage
Below ankle
Upper construction
Glued (cemented)
Toe protection
Reinforced toe overlay, no metal toe cap
Heel
Reinforced heel counter with padded collar
Fit
True to size, wide fit
Pattern
Solid with contrast side stripes
Best for
Everyday casual wear, walking, light hiking, wide and high-instep feet
Care
Wipe clean, air dry (do not machine wash)

What to expect

The first two weeks

Your feet need a few weeks.

  1. Putting the Dash on at home on day one

    Day 1 to 3

    Around the house

    An hour or two indoors.

  2. A short walk in the Dash

    Day 4 to 7

    Short walks

    Short walks outside.

  3. Sitting down after a walk in the Dash

    Day 8 to 14

    Most of the day

    Wear them most of the day.

  4. Walking easily on a path in the Dash

    Day 15 on

    Your everyday shoe

    Wear them anywhere.

Why it works

What Dash actually does for your feet

Dash barefoot wide fit sneaker photographed in the studio

Your toes finally have room

Wide at the toes, like your foot.

The Dash seen from the side

You stand level, not tipped forward

Flat from heel to toe.

Dash worn on a path

Your foot actually bends

Bends with every step, gum edge grips.

The weight

You do not wear your shoes. You lift them, about 7,000 times a day.

A normal sneaker adds a few ounces. You lift it 7,000 times a day.

11.5 oz per shoe

Weight you stop lifting, every day

0 lb

One shoe per step, at 7,000 steps a day.

Why this pair

Dash against the shoes you wear now

In real use
Dash
A standard width sneaker
Across your toes
Dash✓Foot shaped
A standard width sneaker✗Tapered, presses
Standing posture
Dash✓Level
A standard width sneaker✗Raised heel
How the sole moves
Dash✓Bends with you
A standard width sneaker✗Stiff under foam
Ground feel
Dash✓Low, you feel it
A standard width sneaker✗Thick stack mutes
Grip underfoot
Dash✓Gum edged tread
A standard width sneaker✗Smooth foam slides
Warm afternoons
Dash✓Ribbed mesh panels
A standard width sneaker✗Padded, holds heat
Getting them on
Dash✓Adjustable lace up
A standard width sneaker✗Laces, every time
Weight on foot
Dash✓Light
A standard width sneaker✗Heavier all day

Fit and anatomy

Shaped like a foot, not a wedge

Your toes should sit inside the outline, with room to spread.

Overhead view of Dash showing its wide barefoot toe box

Put your foot on the insole. Your toes should sit inside the outline with room to spread.

It gives where your foot needs it to.

A breathable mesh upper with ribbed textile side panels.

  • Foot shapedtoe box, room to splay
  • Levelheel and toe on one plane
  • True to sizeorder your usual size

No seam across the top, so nothing digs in.

Questions

What people ask before buying

How do I pick my size in the Dash?

The Dash fits true to size for most people, so order your usual sneaker size. Barefoot shoes can run a little short, so if you are between sizes or have wider feet, going up half a size is the common call. Women and men are sized separately, so use the Women or Men buttons at the top to land on the right fit.

What are the Dash made of, and what are they best for?

The upper is breathable mesh with suede overlays. Underneath is a rubber outsole. They are made for everyday casual wear, walking, light hiking and wide and high-instep feet.

Do the Dash need breaking in?

Most people wear them comfortably from the first day. If you are coming out of cushioned shoes, ease in over a week or two. Start with a few hours, walk in them, and build up from there while your feet get used to moving on their own again.

How do I clean the Dash?

Wipe them down with a damp cloth and mild soap, then let them air dry away from direct heat. Keep them out of the washing machine and the dryer.

Are the women's and men's Dash different?

Same shoe and the same build. They are sized on their own lasts so the proportions suit each foot, so switch between the Women and Men buttons at the top and pick your size from that range.

What if the Dash are not right for me?

Wear them for 30 days. If they are not for you, send them back for a full refund. Shipping is free and there is a 30 day money back guarantee.