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.

  1. Handcrafted Signs for Handcrafted Shoes

    Handcrafted Signs for Handcrafted Shoes

    Local artisan and sign maker Brad spent a year crafting the outdoor signs for Softstar's newly renovated workshop. Learn more about his process and see the final product!
  2. Quilt County Returns to Softstar for 2019

    Quilt County Returns to Softstar for 2019

    Softstar is proud to once again display quilts throughout the shoemaking workshop for Quilt County's 2019 exhibit.
  3. 2019 Movement and Shoemaking Workshop with Katy Bowman

    2019 Movement and Shoemaking Workshop with Katy Bowman

    Katy Bowman returns to Softstar Shoes in spring of 2019 for another weekend of shoemaking and movement training.
  4. 2019  Winter Playday at Softstar Workshop

    2019 Winter Playday at Softstar Workshop

    Monster shoes, dog vests, earrings, wrestling masks... it's all happens on playday at Softstar!
  5. Thanks for an Action-Packed 2018 at Softstar

    Thanks for an Action-Packed 2018 at Softstar

    As we kick off 2019 with gusto, all of us here at Softstar want to thank you for an amazing 2018. We couldn’t keep making these handcrafted leather shoes we’re so passionate about without our incredible customers. So cheers to you! We’ve been reflecting on some of the highlights of the year behind us, from a new website and new...
  6. Enter to Win Softstar’s Head-to-Toe Balance GIVEAWAY

    Enter to Win Softstar’s Head-to-Toe Balance GIVEAWAY

    To embrace a life of balance in the New Year, enter to win Softar’s Head-to-Toe Balance Giveaway, which includes a Fitbit watch, Venn chair, Plane Cloud balance deck, and more!
  7. Backpacking in Minimalist Shoes

    Backpacking in Minimalist Shoes

    You need lots of support from your shoes while backpacking, right? Guess again! Going Minimal When I tried my first pair of minimalist shoes 7 years ago, I had no idea how widespread the changes would affect my life. It started with casually wearing Softstar moccasins at home to make my plantar fasciitis go away. Then I began periodically running...

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