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Freed of London Urban Trainer SKU #7310183(View on Zappos.com Classic)
(based on 20 customer reviews)
Freed of London
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Product Information:
- Kick your style and technique up a notch in the Urban Trainer.
- Elastic cross strap hugs the dancer's foot through every step and turn.
- Ventilated Mesh Fabric on the upper and arch, designed to disperse both heat and moisture.
- Durable leather, with perforated areas for added ventilation.
- Shock absorbing split rubber sole, with a spin spot on the ball of foot.
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Customer Feedback
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Customer Fit Survey:
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- 83% "Felt a full size smaller than marked"
- 89% "Felt true to width"
- 90% "Moderate arch support"
Recent Customer Reviews - 20 Reviews Total
Posted: Nov 4, 2008
Reviewer: from utah
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These are the most adorable shoes. My daughter has fat feet and so far she has only been able to fit in the Pedipeds, so I was worried about these, but they fit great and seem really comfy. She just turned one and is walking around great in these. Love 'em!
Posted: Jul 19, 2008
Reviewer: from San Francisco, CA
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Good Zumba shoe!
Could use better arch support (I have a high arch), but they are comfortable and work well for class and around town. I ordered a full size up and that worked.
Posted: Jul 6, 2008
Reviewer: Robin from Mobile, Alabama
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Dance sneaker -
I bought this shoe to use when out club/salsa dancing. Granted it might not be a "sexy" woman's dance shoe, but with jeans it works perfectly. I have a wide foot with a high arch and this shoe was very comfortable for 3 hours of dancing the first night I wore them. I used the size chart provided to determine my size and found it was very accurate.
Posted: Jun 5, 2008
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Good for Zumba -
Good for Zumba. I bought these because I was taking a class to become a Zumba instructor. I think for one class they would be great. We were on our feet for almost 9 hours so my feet started to hurt around the arches. They did move well and fit my wide foot well.
Posted: May 8, 2008
Reviewer: from New England
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great Dance Sneaker -
I bought these for a Zumba class and love them. While there is plenty of traction, there is also plenty of slide, and I no longer worry about killing my knee when we pivot and turn. I chose these because I have wide feet and they are a mens' shoe. Part of what gives this shoe good arch support is the split sole that is integral in a dance sneaker, and the elastic cross-closure that makes the shoe stay securely.
Additional Brand Information
Freed of London is the leading pointe shoe distributor in the world. Freed of London was started in 1929 by a cobbler and his wife and quickly word spread within the dance community about their high quality pointe shoes.
Freed of London has 7 different styles of stock pointe shoes, but with over 30 shoe makers, all making pointe shoes slightly differently, and 4 width fitting, hundreds of variations of shoes are in stock at any one time. Freed of London Pointe Shoes are made using the 'turn-shoe' method, whereby the shoes are made inside out and then turned for shaping, drying and binding. This method was used for making all shoes until the 1870's, however, today's outdoor shoes are made the right side out.
All Freed of London shoes are built around a last - moulds around which the shoe is shaped. Freed of London own over 8000 lasts. For outdoor shoes a pair of lasts has a left and a right, Pointe Shoe lasts are one shape for both left and right. All components and ingredients in a Freed Pointe Shoe are biodegradable.
Today, Freed of London is proud to be able to provide dancers worldwide with pointe shoes, dancesport shoes, flamenco shoes, jazz shoes, and many other dance garments and accessories.
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Posted: Apr 28, 2008
Reviewer: from St. Louis, MO
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Shoe Width: Felt wider than marked
Posted: Apr 24, 2008
Reviewer: Rocio from Spain
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All that jazz! :)
DON'T FOLLOW THE SIZING ADVICES AND ORDER YOUR SIZE!!! They all refer to the "man" size. If you are a woman, order your correct size (but of course, reading the "women" part of the sizing combo box). I'm a 7, and following the reviews, on the first try I ordered "women 8.5". Of course, they were one and a half size big :) Second try was 7, and they were perfect.
Besides, they are VERY comfortable, and perfect for a beginner dancer :)
Posted: Apr 14, 2008
Reviewer: from Milan, OH
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Posted: Mar 27, 2008
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
They feel super nice and soft, but even though I got 1/2 size larger than street size, my big toe felt crammed in. They are not attractive at all so I may try a different style next time.
Posted: Mar 26, 2008
Reviewer: from Oregon
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Careful with the sizing!
After reading the other reviews I initially ordered a size up. When I got them they were HUGE!! I usually wear a 6.5 or 7 and ordered according to the size chart. I am happy to report they fit perfectly. I do prefer that my dance shoes fit snugly, so perhaps it's a matter of preference? Returns are really easy with Zappos, and it's a great shoe, so try it out!
Posted: Feb 18, 2008
Reviewer: Ellen from far east
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Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Posted: Jan 25, 2008
Reviewer: Tobi from philly
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Dancing around the hall -
I got these shoes to used for contra dancing and English dancing. They take a little getting used to because I am used to dancing in shoes that have leather bottoms. They do give my feet more support, but are harder to spin on.
Posted: Nov 30, 2007
Reviewer: from Texas
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
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Cool dance shoe -
I ordered a size larger than I usually wear. They are a nice athletic shoe with adjustable velcro straps. Has a spin spot and would be good for dancing in the street or on wood floors. Very comfortable. Nice heel.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: none
Posted: Oct 8, 2007
Reviewer: from Sonoma County, California
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Quick comfort -
As directed I ordered 2 sizes larger then normal and the fit is good. Not a lot of support but a very comfortable shoe- unusual looking.
Posted: Oct 3, 2007
Reviewer: from Florida
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Shoe Arch: No arch support
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No arch support -
The size description is confusing. Took 2 orders to get it right. I wore the shoe around the house for 30 minutes and did some dance aerobic moves. My knees and ball of foot ached because of the split design. I'm a large woman, and need ample arch support and this shoe did not provide that. I inserted arch supports and still found it was lacking. Great spin spot for doing quick dance turns which is why I ordered them. Easy to get in and out of. But, I don't recommend this shoe for dance aerobics.
Posted: Aug 31, 2007
Reviewer: Elaine from San Francisco, CA
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Freed dance shoes -
This is a very comfortable shoe. It works a lot better than a regular tennis shoe. Not as heavy and the arch bends well too. I was very pleased, especially when using it the first time. I felt like I was so light on my feet. I recommend this shoe to anyone who loves to dance.
Posted: Aug 19, 2007
Reviewer: from Dayton, OH
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Nice Shoe -
This shoe is very comfortable. I wear a 9.5 to 10 and I ordered an 11.5 based on other reviews. The 11.5 fit perfect. It works well for my Zumba aerobic class on wood floors.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Yes
Posted: May 13, 2007
Reviewer: from New Jersey
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Posted: May 8, 2007
Reviewer: from Lakewood, Washington
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Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
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Freed of London Urban Trainer -
Love these shoes! I've already worn out one pair and this is my second pair. Please restock. Getting the correct size was tricky as the size chart on the website is not clear.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: ????
Posted: Dec 11, 2006
Reviewer: Jennifer from Crystal City, Virginia
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Great Style!!!
These are awesome dancing shoes. The style is different and they are easy to wear. However they run very small. When purchasing them, try getting them at least 2 1/2 sizes up. I initially purchased them 6UK (8.5 USA) and they felt as thought they were 6 1/6 (USA) size. Beside that they are G*R*E*AT!
