Can you rock with only socks on or is it going to hurt the bottom of your feet?
741191
I have used it bare footed with no discomfort. Wearing socks should be fine.
741192
There is some texture to the board but you should be able to use it in sock feet.
741193
definitely more stable if you use shoes, a little firm on the foot w/o, imo
127954
You can as long as your foot placement is correct. Heels only. Ive done it before. But I would still use shoes.
1371195
Yes. The heel and ball of the foot are both exposed. There's an elastic strap that crosses the arch of your foot on the bottom. I'm pretty sure that unless you have flat feet, that strap never actually touches the ground. It doesn't slow down or impede any of my spinning movements. Spinning hook kicks are no problem. So far, I'm loving these things.
2091729
Not at all. Your feet feel well planted. Its surface is uneven and textured. The mat has suction underneath to hold it in place.
264520
No when I use it I usually have socks on or slippers. They are probably talking about the sandpaper like surface so your feet don't slip.
470841
No not at all. It is textured, but not harsh. I can step on it barefoot without concern.
945414
In my opinion, no. The sole isn't exactly thin but it's very flexible - if you walk over rocks or large gravel, you can definitely feel it.
1437976
I haven't tried it that way- it feels amazing with shoes and I would probably wear a pair of socks....
1009745
I always use it with bare feet but if they are sweaty they will slide a little
1466097
I wear them without shoes but with socks. I also put an insole in for comfort. Also, for your information, the boots are heavy and hot in the summer.
402112
No; this booty is strictly for warming the feet. You wear them over socks or bare feet. Most folks use put them on after spending a cold day outdoors. You can wear them outside but I wouldn't substitute them for good boots.
2140680
I suggests using at least two layers of thick socks. The foot pads are not soft enough for bare feet or even with just one layer sock on each foot.
268695
I absolutely would NOT wear them inside my socks. No matter what if you don't buy your shoes an entire size bigger they hurt! When I bough a size bigger they did not hurt but my toes obviously were not near the end of the shoe.
314733
This mat is not what I'd call "cushy." It is stiff black plastic/rubber, ridged on top -- think of an outside doormat. I would not recommend "just socks" because your feet would likely get too hot. I use mine in a workshop that has an unheated, uninsulated plywood floor, and I wear shoes -- usually workboots -- out there. The mat is perfect for that sort of application.
268696
The consoles are sturdy and comfortable. You can wear the with or without socks, however, the only requirements that I can think of are that the shoes/sneakers need to be high tops, and about one size bigger than your normal shoe size, depending on the model.
496781
Yes. It is comfortable enough to use without shoes, even though the manufacturer recommends that you wear shoes. I only go 75 to 90% inversion to stay engaged withthe vibrating cushion so not wearing shoes is not an issue.
2077335
Not at all. I would kick these things all night and not have problems. If you are worried about hurting your feet though I would pick up the Tae Kwon Do Feet BLACK w/WHITE PADDING by Kim Pacific. Those things are awesome!