Barefoot Tour with Barefoot Ted
Barefoot Ted whisked into the Soft Star workshop last Thursday for a tour and a walk along our beautiful Willamette River. "El Mono" was one of the most energizing visitors we've had in a long time.
Barefoot Ted with Soft Star Co-Owner Larkin Holavarri
We went out for dinner and he warned us he eats a lot. YES HE DOES, but a lot of salad... even salad for dessert! Ted tried on a range of Soft Star products and we tried on his handmade huarache Luna running sandals. It was fun and informative to exchange what we know, love and dislike about minimal shoe designs.
It was a treat to hear his perspective and passion about how beautiful, strong and wonderful feet are! Thanks Ted, for sprinkling your positive energy around the workshop. We loved your visit!
You can follow Barefoot Ted's adventures on his blog.
Growing up in rural Wisconsin, Tricia spent her summers running around barefoot with her sisters and brother. These early memories later inspired her to build a brand which embraced the joy and freedom of childhood with the health and science of minimal footwear. After 20+ years at the helm as C. Elf. O, Softstar proudly transitioned to employee-owned, and Tricia became the C.F.O. at Softstar. She is a frequent expert panelist for both e-commerce and entrepreneurship conferences.