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Take a trip with us to learn more about where your Kick shoes come from and the designers who make them.

Field Trip : Earthies

We’re getting back on the tour bus here at kick and introducing our newest addition; Earthies!  When Earthies called after seeing us in Footwear News, they knew we’d be a great pair.  We must agree!  While we have only received … Continue reading

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Field Trip: Mountrek

 Mountrek has begun to line the walls and fill the tables at kick, as winter is fast approaching. A new company for us, Mountrek is already catching on with veteran shoppers. Here’s a first look at the outdoor footwear company, Mountrek. Founded by Jimlar Company, parent company to The … Continue reading

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Field Trip: OTBT

For this Field Trip blog post we take you to the inner workings of OTBT (Off The Beaten Track), located in Lynchburg, VA. Launched in 2008 OTBT is a subsidiary of the Consolidated Shoe Company. Made for walking on the … Continue reading

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Field Trip: Tsubo

Founded in 1997 and acquired by Decker’s Outdoor Corporation in 2008, Tsubo’s rise to an innovative and comfortable shoe brand happened in a little over a decade’s time. Tsubo is a Japanese word,  it’s literal translation means “pressure point.” Tsubo … Continue reading

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Field Trip: Pikolinos

“Pikolinos was established in 1984 by its current president, Juan Peran Ramos. The main idea behind its creation was product development based on the design, quality and originality of a unique shoe.” What makes Pikolinos Unique: “Pikolinos currently devotes 80% … Continue reading

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Field Trip: The Frye Company

“Founded in 1863 by John A. Frye, The Frye Company is the oldest continuously operated shoe company in the United States. When homesteading sparked adventurous New England families to head West in the mid and late 1800s, many of those … Continue reading

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Field Trip: Bacio61

The newest addition to the list of kick designers is Bacio61. Translation: kiss61. Head designer Maurizio Celin bridges sophistication and indigenous influences from his travels around the world to create the Bacio61 line. The designer explains, “the collection is a … Continue reading

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Field Trip: Mephisto

Strolling outside is becoming an option again and we understand your journey in finding comfortable sandals. For this seasonal pass-time we turn to the one and the only, Mephisto; for comfy cozy shoes that will last for years and years. … Continue reading

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Field Trip: Bourne

Hello ladies, or should I say brides to be? We have a special announcement to make. The bridal shoes have arrived! Welcome Bourne shoes to, your new home, Kick. The evening and bridal shoe company, Bourne, has been British based … Continue reading

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Field Trip: Camper

Camper is a Spain based shoe company known for their incorporation of innovative technology and modern styles. Their philosophy, “Extraordinary Craft,” encompasses the understanding of technology to create shoes that are both useful and full of personality. Below are pictures of their flag-ship in … Continue reading

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