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ZebraOasis Hemp Shoes https :// zebraoasis . com By Chris Stubbs
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ZebraOasis Hemp Shoes https :// zebraoasis . com By Chris Stubbs
Have you ever wondered what happened to your old shoes after you ’ ve disposed of them ? Well , I will pop mine into a clothes bank to see if someone else can ’ t use from them , and while that may extend their lives for a while , the sad fact is of the 22 billion shoes manufactured in 2021 , the vast majority of them will either end up in landfill or burnt . Even though some will be made of natural materials , they cannot be recycled because they are glued together .
So ZebraOasis came up with the unique solution of a glueless shoe that you can disassemble when used and completely recycle because of the biodegradable material they are constructed with . ZebraOasis invented the R-ring , which you pull when the shoes are worn out , and this separates the parts of the shoe for recycling .
Watch how it ’ s done : https :// youtu . be / tovjfBNtPbA .
Now these are not water shoes but are perfect for after-water activities and so easy and light to carry . The uppers are made of hemp fibre , which grows faster than cotton and requires 50 % less water . They are constructed using an ‘ R-knit ’ weave that produces a very lightweight and breathable upper , which is also very soft and flexible . Another advantage is when they are dirty , pop them in the washing machine – there are no glues and plastics to worry about .
The shoes adapt to your foot shape with no need for breaking them in and fold up like a piece of clothing for carrying , and at just 540 grams a pair , makes them even easier to transport .
The insoles are made of Merino wool , anti-bacterial , moisture-wicking , and 100 % biodegradable . The shoes use no dyes , minimising waste and pollution in the water supply ; combined with a 100 % recyclable TPU foam sole – it is the ultimate carbon-neutral green shoe .
The shoes are so comfortable that you can wear them all day long – pretty much akin to an outdoors slipper . They are smart looking , ecofriendly and comfortable to wear – what more can we say ? Except , give them a try – you will not regret it . The shoes have been three years in the making and enter production in June , but if you want to know more and help with their financials , then have a look at their Kickstarter page where you can purchase a pair for US $ 99 plus postage at : www . kickstarter . com / projects / zebraoasis / zebraoasis .