Insole Insights
We’re passionate about elevating footwear brands with a better insole solution. Our Insole Insights blog and resource library provide additional information about our insoles, our process, and industry knowledge to validate the way we approach insole design and manufacturing.
Featured Case Study
Engineering High-Performance Insoles for Tactical Excellence
The trial and error of creating high-performance insoles for 5.11’s new PT-R Inure Runner shoes, designed for peak performance and comfort.
Whitepapers
PLANT-BASED PERFORMANCE
How INSITE® EcoComfort™ insole foams use bio-based compounds to lower your carbon footprint —while enhancing the performance of your shoe.
PLANT-BASED SOURCING
How INSITE™ EcoComfort® insole foams use bio-based compounds to support regenerative farming and the circular economy.
Blog
Can Insoles Hurt Your Feet?
A Guide to Selecting the Right Insole Ever put on a new pair of shoes and experienced soreness in your arches or footbed after a short time walking around? We often blame the shoes, but the culprit might be the insole that came with them. Can insoles hurt your feet?...
Foams Matter: The Best Foam for Walking Shoe Insoles
Insoles play no small role in how your customers feel in your footwear. In this first edition of our “Foams Matter” series, we explore the best insole materials for walking shoes.
Insole Materials That Go One Step Further
The 2025 INSITE catalog is here with innovative and sustainable foams to take your footwear into the stratosphere.
An Interview with INSITE Biomechanics Research Lab Assistant Lily Bartel
Last month we sat down with INSITE Biomechanics Research Lab Assistant Lily Bartel to discuss her research as she completes her master’s degree at Oregon State University and how it relates to her work with INSITE.
Balancing Weight and Durability in Athletic Insole Materials
No matter what sport they’re built for, athletic shoes require insoles that can provide comfort and performance without weighing down the rest of the shoe. But when every gram counts, which insole materials are best for balancing lightweight performance and durability?
Key Features to Look For in Insoles for Basketball Shoes
Basketball players demand a lot from their feet, and having the right insoles can make a significant difference in comfort, performance, and injury prevention. Here are some key features to look for in insoles for basketball insoles.
The Road to 100% Bio-Based PU for Footwear
Recently INSITE Director of Innovation Dr. Caleb Dyer spoke at the AMI Polymers in Footwear conference in Portland, OR, delivering a presentation titled The Road to 100% Bio-Based PUs for Footwear. In his talk, Caleb focused on the obstacles and opportunities facing...
Shock Absorption in Shoes: How and Why it Works
Shock absorption is critical for impact protection and joint health. In this post, we break down how the right shoes (and insoles!) can aid in preventing impact-based injuries.
Comfort, Supercharged: A Look at Supercritical Foam
Supercritical foam has become a popular insole material for athletic footwear thanks to its high energy return properties. Read on to learn about the scientific process behind the next generation of foams.
INSITE Presents at the 2024 AMI Polymers in Footwear Conference
Is a petroleum-free future finally on the horizon for polyurethanes in footwear? Be the first to discover as INSITE Director of Innovation Caleb Dyer speaks at the 2024 AMI Polymers in Footwear conference on Tuesday, July 23rd, 2:40pm PT in Portland, Oregon. Caleb...