
What's My Arch Height? Shoes
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. |
| 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 (Our most popular arch height) |
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My arch is close to but doesn't touch the ground. |
Medium (Our most popular arch height) |
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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, they 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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Support Comes Standard.
What sets Dover RS apart is what’s inside. Our flagship Pace 2 insoles deliver clinical-grade arch support and comfort with every step.
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Everyday Versatility.
Built to do it all—morning commutes, weekend hikes, travel adventures, and everything in between.
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Trail-Ready Performance.
Engineered for the outdoors, with durable materials and dependable traction on uneven, wet, and dry terrain.

APMA Approved
Tread Labs Insoles have earned the American Podiatric Medical Association’s Seal of Acceptance for promoting foot health and proper alignment.
THE ANATOMY OF SUPPORT
An $80 Value Built In
Precision Fit
4 arch heights deliver support where you need it (not where you don't) keeping you comfortable all day long.
Structured Support
Firm, medical-grade arch support keeps its shape under pressure, delivering stability and pain relief.
Guaranteed Forever
Our unique 2-part system is designed to last. The molded arch supports are backed by our Million Mile Guarantee, forever. The interchangeable top covers are easy to replace and won't break the bank.
Saves Money & The Environment
Our unique 2-part system features a molded arch support that lasts forever, and a 100% recycled polyester interchangeable top cover you can peel off and replace to make your insoles like new again.
Less waste in landfills and more money in your pocket.
Compare Dover RS & Dover
Dover RS features a lightweight ripstop upper, while Dover uses rugged suede for a classic look and feel.
Women's Dover Shoes$ 180 | ||
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