Facts

  • Use

    Workout

    Shoes with optimum cushioning, lateral support, and flexibility for daily workouts and studio sessions. See workout shoes

    CrossFit

    Versatile, low-profile shoes for constantly varied exercises including plyometrics, sprinting, weightlifting, and rope climbing. See CrossFit shoes

    Weightlifting

    Heavy-duty shoes with a wedge and an elevated heel that create a sturdy platform and promote ankle mobility. See weightlifting shoes

    Walking

    Shoes for daily wear that ensure a smooth walking gait cycle. Check out walking shoes

  • Arch support

    Neutral

    For people with normal pronation. Also provide support for high-arched feet with underpronation (excessive outward rolling of the foot). See neutral training shoes

    Stability

    For people with low-arched or flat feet and moderate overpronation (excessive inward rolling of the foot). See stability training shoes

    Motion control

    Shoes feature stabilizing technologies for people with severe overpronation. See motion control training shoes

    Good to know

    Stability and motion control add-ons are uncommon for workout shoes and are never present in CrossFit or weightlifting footwear. They are mostly found in walking shoes where the gait is easier to correct.

  • Price
    $85
  • Weight
    Men: 14oz
    Women: 11oz

    Weight

    Training footwear typically weighs between 200g and 300g per shoe to accommodate agile workouts. Minimalist trainers go as low as 150g, while weightlifting shoes can go as high as 500g.

  • Heel height
    Men: 38.1mm
    Women: 38.1mm
  • Width
    Men: Extra wide, Narrow, Standard, Wide
    Women: Extra wide, Narrow, Standard, Wide
  • Release date
    Dec 2014
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Updates to Propet Stability Walker

  • The Propet Stability Walker is a walking shoe crafted for men and women who are looking for extra support. It is equipped with an ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) foam midsole for reliable comfort that has a raised arch to prevent the foot from overpronating.
  • A polyurethane (PU) foam insole adds to the comfort delivered by the midsole. It has a gel heel pad and cushioning ridges.
  • The footwear can be obtained in full-grain leather, suede, and nubuck variants. All materials serve to provide a protective covering that won’t hinder movement.
  • The underside of the trainer is lined with rubber. The compound has been certified to be slip resistant in both dry and wet conditions.

Propet Stability Walker size and fit

The Propet Stability Walker accommodates both men’s and women’s feet. Both models come in a myriad of sizes and widths. For the men’s trainer, the B - Narrow width option is only available in US sizes 9 to 16, while the D - Medium, 3E - Extra Wide, and 5E - Extra Wide profiles are obtainable in all sizes. For the women’s version, the 2A - Narrow only comes in US sizes 7 to 13, while the B - Medium, D - Wide, 2E - Extra Wide, and 3E - Extra Wide widths can be acquired in all sizes. The leather, suede, or nubuck materials aren’t as soft as mesh but still facilitate movement. The plush interior contributes to the snug fit.

Outsole

The Propet Stability Walker uses a rubber outsole. This compound is durable and has been tested for its slip-resistance. According to Propet, this model scored 0.92 when tested on a dry vinyl tile and 0.80 on a wet vinyl tile. The slip-resistant score ranges from 0.0 to 1.0, with the latter having extreme slip resistance.

Midsole

The midsole of the Propet Stability Walker is made of EVA foam. This cushioning unit is soft yet able to hold its shape and support the wearer while walking. It has a raised arch, preventing overpronation during the walking gait cycle.

Inside the footgear is the PU insole. This component enhances the shock attenuation of the midsole with its gel heel pad and cushioning ridges. It is also removable, allowing owners to put in place custom orthotics if needed.

Upper

The Propet Stability Walker employs full-grain leather, suede, and nubuck for the upper, though the women’s version is only available in leather and suede. All three materials aren’t as soft and pliable as mesh, bit they still allow movement while offering sturdier support. Furthermore, overlays of the same material are placed in high-abrasion areas to amplify structure and durability. Perforations are also found on the vamp, except in suede variants, to keep the inside fresh.

This trainer uses a speed lacing system. It has traditional eyelets at the top and bottom parts of the lace-up structure but the middle has metal loops that allow users to quickly thread laces through as well as facilitating faster fit adjustments.

Both the plush tongue and collar delivers the locked-down fit. The structures are also lined with a smooth Nylex fabric that reduces friction to avoid chafing in points of contact.

At the rearfoot is a rigid heel counter. This component keeps the heel steady and prevents the foot from slipping out of the shoe while walking.

Additional Info

  • The Propet Stability Walker is marked with the A5500 code. This pair of walking trainers has been approved for reimbursement under the Medicare Therapeutic Shoes for Persons with Diabetes Benefits.

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