If you're an outdoor enthusiast, like many of our shoemaking elves, then western Oregon is a giant playground. We consider ourselves very fortunate to be within easy reach of mountains, oceans, rivers and moss-ridden forests that look like they belong in Middle Earth. Our location offers us a wealth of outdoor activities, including skiing, snowboarding, surfing, rock climbing, kayaking, camping, hang gliding...

We're getting close to the release of our new chukka-style shoe, and from all the emails and comments we've received we know you're as excited about it as we are! Our designers are cranking out prototypes for testing and finishing up the final tweaks. We're right on track for an early fall release, but we've hit a common stumbling block...

Here’s a sneak-peek at our long-awaited, ultra-versatile chukka, coming your way Fall of 2015! You asked for it: a simple, minimal shoe that can take you from city streets to country trails, stylish enough to dress-up without sacrificing Soft Star’s signature, stripped-down comfort. We listened, and our Elves are on the case! Visions of simplicity aside, designing the perfect, basic...