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Earth Ambition SKU #7157863(View on Zappos.com Classic)

(4 Stars) (based on 18 customer reviews)
$113.00
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  • Rise to the next level in this supportive walking shoe that gives you an extra push.
  • Leather and mesh upper with sporty overlays delivers the right blend of breathability and durability.
  • Anatomic arch support maximizes the effectiveness of the heel design to promote a natural walking motion.
  • Soft EVA metatarsal pad cushions the forefoot impact area.
  • Form-fitting footbed with BioFoam™ cushioning molds to the shape of the foot to displace and absorb shock.
  • Rugged recycled fiber shank offers torsion control and a stable walking platform.
  • Kalsø® Negative Heel Technology® positions the toes 3.7° higher than the heels to help strengthen and tone the body.
  • Latex rubber outsole ensures lightweight durability and traction.
  • 11.00 oz.
  • Product measurements were taken using size 6.5. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
  • Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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  • (4 Stars) 6%
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  • 87% "Felt true to size"
  • 93% "Felt true to width"
  • 94% "Excellent arch support"
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Recent Customer Reviews - 18 Reviews Total

Posted: Oct 12, 2009
Reviewer: from Currently a resident of Southern NJ
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes were a perfect fit to my normal size. They are comfortable and help eliminate my lower back pain when doing household chores. I wear them around the house when doing housework and they keep my back feeling great and in alignment. I no longer feel tired and need to rest after doing the weekly cleaning and laundry. I will always keep a pair of these around. I also have a pair of Earth Sandals and wear them in warmer weather.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Earth Sandals
Posted: Oct 1, 2009
Reviewer: from Utah
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love these shoes! I have a lot of foot problems, but walking at work on hard concrete floors is a breeze with these shoes. Also, my legs get a good workout and are getting stronger. This is my 6th pair of Earth shoes and I love them all!
Posted: Aug 30, 2009
Reviewer: from tucson
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I am a nursing student and I also work part time so I am on my feet a lot. I was coming home after school/work with tired, sore feet and back pain so I decided it was time for new shoes. These are great! No more pain in my back or feet and it is so relieving to go through the day comfortably. I highly recommend these shoes!
Posted: Aug 24, 2009
Reviewer: from Northern California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are top of the line athletic shoes for active people of any age. They are true to size, and I love the way my body feels when walking in them. The shoes provide just the right amount of postural adjustment for which Earth Shoes is known. They have a good arch support and sufficient room in the toe box. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Brooks
Posted: Aug 19, 2009
Reviewer: Laura A from California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These Earth shoes, along with many other styles have saved my life - and my disposition as a teacher. I had plantar faciitis (sp?) and tried many other shoes, expensive orthodics etc. and had no relief. I had to take a stool outside to sit out at the playground. All of my shoes are now Earth brand and I am pain free. \r\nThanks to Zappos who carry many styles to wear with any outfit and... amazingly often deliver my shoes by the day after I order them!!!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: I am hooked on Earth shoes and will probably never order any other brand for the rest of my life.
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Additional Brand Information

Imagine a shoe so different it changes how you think about footwear - and exercise. Earth shoes Kalsø® Negative Heel Technology® shifts your weight back, helping you burn calories while strengthening and toning your body. It’s a part of every Earth shoe design, and part of being good to your whole self.

Earth shoes Kalsø® Negative Heel Technology® also includes a unique design that positions your toes higher than your heels. A slight incline of 3.7º is complemented by support through the arch, which positions the body to trigger an array of benefits for the whole body. Earth shoes also feature a form-fitting, cushioned footbed with Gelron2000® memory gel to provide a comfortable and healthy experience.

For some time, Earth clothing and shoes have incorporated environmentally-friendly practices into the production. Continuously seeking to improve on all they do, Earth was one of the first manufacturers to dedicate 100% of its line to using water-based adhesives. In addition, they have increased its use of recycled cardboard shanks and environmentally-friendly uppers. Earth continually works to pursue more sustainable product development.

Additional Customer Reviews:

Posted: Aug 17, 2009
Reviewer: from Maryland
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I am a recent convert to Earth shoes and I love them. Because I could feel the effects of the sandals on my legs and abs, I figured it would be even better to have walking shoes with the incline. And I was right. You really feel the effect as you walk and I like the assistance they give in keeping proper pelvic alignment. They are built well, have good support, and the wide toe box is great. In terms of sizing, I usually wear a 7 and ordered a 7.5, as my size 7 Earth sandal was an exact fit and I figured I'd need more space for socks and potential swelling. The slightly larger size works well for me. These are great. Enjoy your workout!
Posted: Aug 8, 2009
Reviewer: from Las Vegas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love these shoes. They take a little getting used to because one is always walking uphill, but that doesn't take long. I use them on the treadmill for a 2.5 mile walk daily and I am actually considering extending the length because I feel so good, and I am almost 70 years old. Highly recommended.
Posted: Aug 8, 2009
Reviewer: Liane O from Orcas Island, WA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
This negative heel that Earth Shoe offers has made a big difference in my overall comfort. I own 3 pair of the Ambition, one for the gym, one for travel, and one for walking and trail hiking. The 3.7 degree of flexion that the foot stays in is just what I needed. It's supportive, is made well, the leather is good, and it serves me very well. In addition, I found shopping at Zappos to be an unexpected and very satisfying experience. Zappos is utterly geared toward customer service as well as satisfaction. When I first ordered the Ambition, a day prior to needing the shoes delivered to a family member's home, as I was traveling with a healing foot problem and needed to be walking 2 days later for a day at Universal Studios with my son and his family, the shoes arrived on time. I was assured the duplicate sizes ordered in order to have a size selection would be no problem to exchange, and it wasn't. In fact, it couldn't have been easier. Zappos no charge for overnight shipping, as well as return is great. I have since shopped with another online store for an Earth shoe style Zappos didn't have. They didn't offer the level of service or organization that I enjoyed at Zappos. This is more information than you wanted or asked for. Just wanted to let someone know how much I appreciate Zappos.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Don\'t know how to answer that one. Earth shoes are, to my knowledge, the only negative heel shoe around. If others exist, I\'d like to know about them.
Posted: Jul 15, 2009
Reviewer: from Canton Ohio
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
This pair of Earth Athletic shoes are worth absolutely every cent! They provide comfort, stability. I am able to resume my walking exercise on a near by trail, 2 1/2 - 4 miles per day. I highly would recommend this shoes.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: New Balance Athletic Shoes
Posted: Jul 8, 2009
Reviewer: Julie L from Illinois
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I really, really like these shoes. They are very comfortable...no break-in period for me at all. I can feel them working the backs of my legs as I walk (I walk about 7 miles every day in my job.) I was very happy that they offered them in all black, as I have to wear black shoes. Very, very good investment for me. I think they run a little large. I usually wear a 7 in Earth shoes, but I had to get a 6 1/2 in this model. But the returns with Zappos are very easy and I had no problems at all.
Posted: Jul 3, 2009
Reviewer: from Waukesha, WI
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
I credit these shoes with improvement of my plantar fasciitis. I wear them at work, where I do a lot of walking; at first the pain seemed to increase because of the unaccustomed foot position, but over the next couple of weeks, my foot gradually felt a lot better. This is my first pair of Earth shoes, and I’m pleased. My only negative comment is that the tongue slides a bit to the side after only a little walking, which isn’t uncomfortable, but doesn’t look very good.
Posted: Jun 20, 2009
Reviewer: Patti G from Livermore, NorCal
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoes! I have had 2 total knee replacements and have a bad right hip. I have also had back fusion (L3 and L4). These shoes remind me to walk heel to toe, and they seem to help me not to pull my right foot out while walking. I seem to walk straighter. Very comfy, I have a high arch and they fit like slippers!!! Thanks to your customer service dept, I chose the right shoe. I called them and they helped me decide which would be best for my situation. Kudos AGAIN to Zappos!
Posted: May 24, 2009
Reviewer: Susan H from Salem, OR
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love these shoes! The fit is perfect and true to size. There was no break in time. Earth shoes have allowed me to walk extensively with much less knee pain. I received my shoes very quickly, I will shop with Zappos again. The website was very helpful in determining which Earth fitness shoe to purchase.
Posted: May 20, 2009
Reviewer: Jan from Southern CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Love Earth Shoes! This is the second pair of Earth sneakers that I have had. This is a slightly different version, because the other ones lasted 2+ years, and this is the updated model. Very comfortable, great everyday and workout shoes. Great walking shoes. I normally wear a 10, but I did have to go up to an 11 in this, so you may want to order up a size.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: any Earth shoes!
Posted: May 13, 2009
Reviewer: Ann-marie from LaVerne, California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I am an avid walker and had been using the Earth Energetic shoe. I thought I would give the Earth Ambition a try. WOW! What great support. I can’t believe that anything was better than the Energetic. The first day I got them, I walked for 4.6 miles. The only thing that DIDN’T hurt was my feet! I’m hooked. These are my walking shoes from now on!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Earth Energetic
Posted: May 12, 2009
Reviewer: Jodi M from Portage, Michigan
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great Shoe! I'm a UPS driver and if my feet hurt, it is a very long day! I have tried many shoes and so far these are working out great. Usually within 6 months my shoes have had it, so I hope these shoes are built to last. Very comfortable and I'm hoping my legs get shapelier and I burn more calories.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Keen
Posted: May 6, 2009
Reviewer: from Pittsburgh, PA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great walking shoe. No blisters or break in time. I wear a size 8; comfortable and I feel this shoe ran true to size.
Posted: Apr 29, 2009
Reviewer: Nelia V from Washington
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I was so close to buying the fit flop until I saw a review where someone mentioned the Earth shoes. I researched and finally bought a pair. Just received them today, went walking for 30 minutes this afternoon and my legs got a good workout! Per the suggestion from one of the reviews I read I got a 1/2 size bigger and they fit perfectly. Very comfortable and worth the money. I'd buy this again. Thank you!!

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