Replacement Insoles & Sock Liners

What are sock liners? What are replacement insoles?

Sock liners are what you typically find inside a pair of shoes when you buy them off the shelf: A flat, thin cushioned insert whose primary purpose is to provide separation between your foot and the rough bottom of the inside of the shoe. They almost always do not provide arch support, and the cushioning they provide is usually minimal.

Replacement insoles is the term we use to describe over-the-counter insoles designed to replace these sock liners and similar types of shoe inserts. While technically all full-length insoles are designed to replace your existing insole, our selection of dedicated replacement insoles are specifically designed to replace sock liners with a similarly flat and low-profile shoe insert.

Why can't I buy an exact replacement for my shoe's sock liner?

Most brands and manufacturers do not make their factory insole/sock liner available for sale, making it very rare to be able to purchase an exact copy of the sock liner that came in your shoes originally.

We're always happy to help you find the closest match, though! Simply contact us, and include a picture of your current insole if possible. Our selection of replacement insoles and sock liners makes it so that we can generally find a good match for your shoe even if the insoles aren't an exact copy of the factory insoles.

Can I buy a replacement insole with support?

Yes, and to do so we'd invite you to head over to our Arch Support Insoles page!

Having support for your foot is almost always a good idea, and we encourage you to provide your feet with the support they need in order to keep them in good shape. Many people only consider arch supports once their feet start to hurt, but arch support insoles can help prevent many common foot conditions before they even arise.

Why would I replace my shoe insole instead of simply buying a new shoe?

Comparably, shoe insoles generally cost less than a new pair of shoes, and shoes tend to wear down slower than insoles. This means that after about 6 or so months of wear & tear, the insole or sock liner in your shoes is beginning to reach the end of its life, whereas your shoes most likely have plenty of lifespan left. This being the case, many people prefer to simply replace the worn-out insole/sock liner so that they can keep using their shoes.