Fit

So how important is fit? Its EVERYTHING! Medical statistics show that 85% of America is wearing the WRONG SIZE! That means you. The best and proper way to get fit is by using a professional fitting device known as the Brannock. However, being on-line this presents a problem.

• You could hold your foot up to the screen and have it analyzed by computer wizardry. But that won't work because this is the Big Feet web site and your foot will be larger than the screen! Plus no one wants to play Enter the Matrix on your system after you have put your feet on it!
• Fitting is an art, not a science. Although we can educate the best, there really is no perfect system since all of the manufacturers lasts differ slightly. That is why every person on the BFS team goes through extensive training (up to 2 months worth!) on proper fitting.

So, that leaves us with two options.

1. You can print out the Brannock sheets we have on-line and use them as a Guide to get you where you need to be. While this is certainly not the most accurate method, it is still light years ahead of most places!

2. You can review the study materials here and get your on-line degree on fit. Then go to your local store and get measured with a proper device.

Well, because of our core value of Education, we did both for you here on this web site. With the help of our friends at the National Shoe Retailers Association, the Pedorthic Association of America and our trusty digital camera, we have included the most comprehensive fit discussion on-line today.

Choose from the links below to get your degree in Fit!

The Curriculum

• Fit 101 - Get Measured!     Part 1 - Understand the importance of measurement.
• Fit 101 - How to Measure Your Feet    Part 2 - Learn the three ways to measure your foot and what the info means 
• Fit 201 - Understanding Shoe Sizes      What do all those numbers and letters mean?
• Fit 301 - Tips for Best Fit     The Top 10 List for Proper Fit
• Fit 401 - The Stories Shoes Tell    See if your current shoes think you have the right fit.