deaddog
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I have what is called Hallux Rigidus, which is arthritis of the big toe. It causes pain and a bone spur that resembles a bunion. I get great relief wearing rocker sole shoes (MBT) but they are ugly and inappropriate for dress wear. I can get minor relief by inserting a carbon fiber plate in my dress shoes but that only works if the shoe has a removable insole that permits me to put the carbon fiber under the insole. Decent dress shoes don't have removable insoles so I tried putting in the plate plus a cushion insole but that throws off the fit like crazy and renders shoes unwearable.
So, I need to explore getting custom shoes. Essentially, I am looking for an Alden quality shoe that has a removable insole and a bit of extra depth so I can place a carbon fiber plate under the insole. Unfortunately, the cobblers I've spoken to claim that they cannot modify RTW shoes to accomodate this. All have said I need to find a custom shoemaker
Can anybody recommend a custom shoemaker in Chicago? Or suggest alternatives to assist me in resolving this problem.
Thanks
So, I need to explore getting custom shoes. Essentially, I am looking for an Alden quality shoe that has a removable insole and a bit of extra depth so I can place a carbon fiber plate under the insole. Unfortunately, the cobblers I've spoken to claim that they cannot modify RTW shoes to accomodate this. All have said I need to find a custom shoemaker
Can anybody recommend a custom shoemaker in Chicago? Or suggest alternatives to assist me in resolving this problem.
Thanks