All About Hemp
Welcome to our hemp blog where we post all the new 8000kicks product launches and news. Here you can also find in-depth articles about our favorite fiber and its properties.
Microplastics in Your Shoes: What Your Sneakers Shed and How to Choose Better
Your sneakers shed microplastics with every step. Learn where plastic hides in shoes and what to look for in a lower-plastic, PFAS-free pair.
Dead Drop Stock Weekend: Case 002 Opens Tomorrow
Case 002 opens tomorrow. A new suspect has been identified alongside four leftover pairs from our first Dead Stock drop. Limited pairs, no restocks.
Kenya Campaign:How 10% of Every Sale Helped Kids Finish Their Semester
See how 10% of every sale from our Kenya Campaign was donated to a local orphanage, helping kids complete their school semester. Here's the full story.
How to Choose a Backpack for Digital Nomad Life
Living out of a backpack for months needs different gear than a weekend trip. Here's what to prioritize for long-term, on-the-road life.
How Hemp Fabric Is Actually Made: From Plant to Shoe
From field to finished fabric, here's exactly how hemp becomes the material in your shoes, and why the process shapes how it performs.
Rothy's Alternatives: What to Look for in a Sustainable Shoe
Rothy's built its name on machine-washable recycled plastic shoes. Here's what that trades off, and where a natural fiber alternative fits.
Daypack vs Travel Backpack: Which One Do You Actually Need?
A daypack and a travel backpack aren't interchangeable. Here's how to tell which one you actually need, and when one bag can do both jobs.
Wide Toe Box Shoes for Work: Standing All Day Without the Pain
Standing all day is harder on feet than walking. Here's why a wide toe box matters more, not less, over a long shift.