The History of Softstar: 30 Years of Shoemaking [INFOGRAPHIC]
IT'S BEEN 30 YEARS!
Last month, we celebrated Soft Star's 30th anniversary by taking the whole staff to Oaks Amusement Park in nearby Portland, Oregon. The festivities are still underway at our workshop as we prepare to release our new chukka shoe.
This week, we're excited to share our latest creation: a timeline of Soft Star's history, starting from humble beginnings in Tim's garage and ending with the present day as we prepare to move to our new building. We hope you enjoy it!
Note: we updated this infographic in 2017 to reflect our new brand logo.
Martin is a lifelong runner who began wearing minimalist shoes over 10 years ago when he found they alleviated his chronic foot pain, which eventually disappeared completely. He further studied proper running form through a series of workshops taught by Correct Toes inventor, Dr. Ray McClanahan DPM. Martin has collaborated with several health care professionals to collect and share peer-reviewed studies that show the benefits of minimalist footwear. In his personal life, Martin loves living in the Pacific Northwest because it allows him to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities year-round, including hiking, cycling, rock climbing, surfing and snowboarding.
Congratulations on your 30 years in business! I loved reading about the history of Soft Star, and especially enjoyed the part about the school bus home/workshop. That was truly awesome! I wish you all continued success for the coming 30 years and well beyond!