J 41 Footwear

J-41 Footwear: Strong and Stylish

Shoes styled for hard walking and adventuring are usually not lovely to look at, and no one thinks twice about it. But then there are J-41s, which manage to offer traction and durability, as well as sharp looks. J-41’s soles are made of ridged rubber, like a Jeep’s tires, and are cushioned for excellent support. The uppers are designed to be water resistant and fast-drying, so you can wear them anywhere, in any weather. And you’ll be comfortable enough to keep on the move – so much so that you’ll just go and go and go, which may be why the soles have an embedded road map.

Even better, not only can you walk everywhere in J-41 footwear, you can feel extra-good doing it because the shoes are environmentally responsible – the soles are made from partially recycled rubber and the packaging is 100 percent recycled and recyclable. They also have a line of vegan shoes for those who don’t want to wear anything made from animal products.

Shoes Made for Walking

Not all trails require hiking boots, and if you’re doing an outdoor stroll on a hot summer day, you’d rather your feet get a little more air. J-41s give you the sole you need, but have the look of a strappy sandal as well, so you can be cool and cute on the trail, but still climb a rock.

The soles feature a contoured foot bed for maximum support and memory foam so that once they know your feet, they’ll never forget. Besides being fast drying, they also have odor-free sock linings for everyone’s comfort.

J-41 Footwear Styles

One of the most popular J-41 styles is the Aquarius, a flat, slip-on shoe with criss-cross straps that works as well on a rugged trail or traipsing around a new town or a big museum. It comes in a number of fun color combinations and is much beloved by customers, who rave about its excellent arch support and overall comfort. A few have found they run about a half-size small and may require a longer breaking-in period than other comfortable shoes, so you don’t want to buy them just before your big hike or vacation.

• The Dune is built on a similar sole and features a T-strap, quick closure system and detailing on the toe. They also have toe and heel bumpers to protect your feet from bumps in the road. Again, customers note that you have to take some time breaking them in, especially if you want to wear them barefoot, because the leather is stiff and the inside seams can feel rough.

• The Barbados are heels that are made for walking – excellent for those who want to look elegant and not sacrifice comfort. These are well-cushioned sandals with a two and a half inch heel, toe and heel bumpers and a quick closure. Wearers are thrilled to find a cute shoe that lets them wear heels all day – even pregnant women rave about this shoe!

• The Continental is a cunning mix of retro and modern. With two-tone nubuck and leather uppers that have a slight spectator look about them, these two and a half inch heel clogs can be worn to work or on an evening out. They are a smart casual shoe with a touch of sophistication as well as fun.

Buying J-41 Footwear

Of course, there are many more styles from which to choose. You can browse on the web site at J-41 and, when you know what you want, go to their store locator so you can buy them. J-41s are also available online at favorite sites like Zappos. As the slogan says, “Adventure on!”