Dash Short Insoles
Dash Short Insoles
For shoes without removable inserts
Up your game by optimizing your biomechanics with ultra-firm support.
Dash Short insoles ultra firm support for performance athletes, people with especially flat feet and those who overpower other insoles comes from the 1.25mm thick, 100% carbon fiber arch supports. These super-thin, ultra-lightweight, nearly rigid insoles help lengthen your stride and improve your alignment. Topped with a 2/3 length, 3mm thick top cover, Dash Short insoles leave plenty of room for your forefoot in tight-fitting dress shoes, ballet flats and other footwear without removable inserts.
NOTICE: The thin, firm nature of carbon fiber may damage the waterproof lining in some footwear.
Specs
Specs
What's in the box?
- 1 Pair Ventilated Foam Top Covers
- 1 Pair Anatomically Molded Arch Supports
Top Covers
- Density: 0.12 - Firmer
- Foam: Open-cell polyurethane
- Fabric: 100% recycled polyester with PURE antimicrobial
Arch Supports
- Thickness: 1.2 mm
- Material: 100% Carbon Fiber
Million Mile Guarantee
Million Mile Guarantee
Tread Labs molded arch supports are unconditionally guaranteed. Forever.
If they ever crack or lose their shape, we’ll send you a new pair, no questions asked. From your first mile to your millionth, your satisfaction is our priority.
Use
Use
Before adding Dash Short Insoles to your shoes, remove the factory inserts. While adjusting to your insoles, you may feel firm support along your arch, but after a week or so, you’ll probably forget you’re wearing them. Give yourself time to get used to the additional support. You’ll be glad you did.
Shipping
Shipping
We offer free shipping within the US. Transit time is 4-5 business days.
Shipping to Canada is $10 with a transit time of 5-7 business days.
International shipping costs $25 for 1-2 pairs and $40 for 3-5 pairs. All duties, taxes and fees are paid by the customer.
We ship Monday-Friday, excluding holidays.
Fitting Guide
Order insoles in the same size as the shoes they will go in. Print out our guide.
- Insole Measurements
- Short Insole Measurements
- Wide Insoles Measurements
- Arch Height Guide
- Size Conversions
Regular Insoles
Applies to Pace Insoles, Ramble Insoles, and Dash Insoles.
Imperial Measurements
Metric Measurements
Short Insoles
Applies to Pace Short Insoles, Ramble Short Insoles, and Dash Short Insoles.
Imperial Measurements
Metric Measurements
Wide Insoles
Applies to Pace Wide Insoles.
Imperial Measurements
Metric Measurements
Arch Height
Choose between low, medium, high and extra high arch heights by comparing your wet footprint.
| Your Wet Footprint | Describe Your Arch | Arch Height |
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My arch is flat when I stand or sit. | Low |
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My arch is flat when I stand but appears when I sit. | Medium |
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My arch is close to but doesn't touch the ground. | Medium |
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My arch is high off the ground when I stand. | High |
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My mid-foot barely touches the ground, if at all. Sometimes, my footprint is two pieces. | Extra high |
Insole Size Conversions
| Tread Labs Size | United Kingdom | European | Japan/China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men 4-4.5 Women 5-5.5 |
3-3.5 | 35-35.5 | 22.5-23 |
| Men 5-5.5 Women 6-6.5 |
4-4.5 | 36-37 | 23.5-23.5 |
| Men 6-6.5 Women 7-7.5 |
5-5.5 | 38-38.5 | 24-24.5 |
| Men 7-7.5 Women 8-8.5 |
6-6.5 | 39-39.5 | 25-25.5 |
| Men 8-8.5 Women 9-9.5 |
7-7.5 | 40-41 | 26-26.5 |
| Men 9-9.5 Women 10-10.5 |
8-8.5 | 41.5-42 | 27-27.5 |
| Men 10-10.5 Women 11-11.5 |
9-9.5 | 42.5-43.5 | 28-28.5 |
| Men 11-11.5 Women 12-12.5 |
10-10.5 | 44-44.5 | 29-29.5 |
| Men 12-12.5 | 11-11.5 | 45-46 | 30-30.5 |
| Men 13-13.5 | 12-12.5 | 46.5-47 | 31-31.5 |
What's My Arch Height?
Finding your arch height is as easy as looking at your wet footprint. See how it's done.
Is your footprint between arch heights? Start with the lower arch and see how it feels. Free returns and exchanges make it risk-free to try them out.
| What Does Your Wet Footprint Look Like? | Describe Your Arch | Your Best Tread Labs Insole Height |
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My arch is flat when I stand or sit. | Low |
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My arch is flat when I stand but appears when I sit. | Medium |
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My arch is close to but doesn't touch the ground. | Medium |
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My arch is high off the ground when I stand. | High |
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My mid-foot barely touches the ground, if at all. Sometimes, my footprint is two pieces. |
Extra high |
Wet Foot Test
Quickly and easily find your arch height with this simple test.
What Do High Arches Mean?
People with high arches can often experience foot pain because of the extra stress high arches put on your metatarsal bones. The stress ends up shifting your weight to the ball of your foot.
What Are The Best Insoles for High Arches?
What Do Flat Feet Mean?
Many people with flat feet don't experience any difficulties, but some suffer from pain in the heel or arch (plantar fasciitis), swelling along the inside of the ankles, and knee and hip problems.Rigid vs. Flexible Flat Feet
If your wet footprint indicates you have flat feet or low arches, you'll need to determine if you have rigid flat feet or flexible flat feet because it will change the arch height your feet need for maximum comfort and support. To figure out which type of flat feet you have:
- Sit with one leg over the opposite knee. Look at where your arch should be. If your foot looks more arched than your wet test footprint, you have flexible feet. This means your low arches are brought on by weight-bearing and a medium arch insole will work best for you.
- Stand on tip toes. Have a friend look at where your arch should be. Like the example above, if your arches show themselves, your feet are flexible.
- If an arch doesn't appear in either of the tests, you have rigid, low arches and should choose an insole with a low arch. A higher arch support will probably be very uncomfortable on your arch and feel like you have a golf ball in your shoe.
People with flat feet often ask if they should get insoles for high or extra high arches to try and "fix" their flat feet. While low arches aren't anything that need to be fixed, the do still need to be properly supported.
Using a high or extra high arch on low arches could cause discomfort, and the feeling like something is digging into your arch. A low or medium arch (depending on the flexibility of your foot) is the best place to start.
What Are The Best Insoles For Flat Feet?
The best insoles for flat feet support your arch and stabilize your heel, preventing overpronation. Typically, the best insoles for flat feet will offer a low, but supportive arch. Finding one that matches the contours of your foot is key.
While soft, cushioned insoles might seem like the best choice, what your feet really need is structural support. All of Tread Labs semi-custom insoles come in four arch heights to accommodate arch heights from low to extra high.
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One size does not fit all.
Pants aren't one size fits all. Insoles shouldn't be either. Dash insoles come in four arch heights – low, medium, high, and extra high – so you can get the perfect fit for your feet.
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Like new, on demand.
Tread Labs insoles are made with a 2-part system: a molded arch support and a replaceable top cover. Easily replace the top cover to make your insoles like new again.
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Fresher feet with every step.
Dash top covers are resilient, long-lasting, open-cell polyurethane foam topped with 100% recycled polyester fabric that's PURE antimicrobial treated to keep feet feeling fresh all day.
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APMA Approved
Dash Short Insoles have been granted the American Podiatric Medical Association's Seal of Acceptance.
Up Your Game
When it comes to competing, you’re not going for second place. The right gear is your performance enhancer on the field or in the saddle. Carbon fiber makes Dash insoles light, low-profile and nearly rigid, lengthening your stride and improving your alignment.
You'll be more efficient with super-thin, lightweight arch support in your sport shoes. That's one for the win column.
No Risk, High Reward
Getting used to firm support can take time. That's why our insoles are covered by a 90-Day Fit Guarantee. Once they arrive, wear them for up to 90 days. Make sure they fit like a glove.
Need a higher or lower arch? Exchange them. Just not your cup of tea? That's okay. Send them back for a refund. We'll even pay return shipping (in the US). It doesn't get less risky than that.
How Firm Do You Like It?
Just like a mattress, insoles come in different levels of firmness. Choose from firm, extra firm, and ultra firm. Picking the one that's perfect for you is easy with our Find Your Fit Tool.
