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klem says on 7/Nov/09
Alex, I also have a pairof sketcher boots for the winter and they give at least 1,5 inches, I measured 6-1 in the evening with them.
I usualy wear 0.5 inch style shoes at university classes from xdye since they are very comfortable but the difference between those is significant.
Anonymous says on 2/Nov/09
Rob, Do Nike Air Max 360's give more height or does Nike Shox? What do you think?
[Editor Rob: they're about the same, well within 1-2mm.] Alex says on 1/Nov/09
Everyone here, if you really wanna feel taller without having to put lifts in your shoes or buy expensive lifts you should go buy a pair of sketcher boots. The ones I just bought give 1.75-2 inches of you to you I am telling you. I dont think I am exaggerating. Mike says on 30/Oct/09
Hey Rob, any idea how much height these shoes might add?
Nike Greenstar - Click Here
Fred Perry Canvas - Click Here
Cheers!
[Editor Rob: they look 3/4 inch....the perry's could be a 1/2 inch style.] yoo says on 22/Oct/09
hey rob is every shoe settling down after a few weeks of wear? or just some modells?
[Editor Rob: some insoles compress, some might not compress as much.] Mike says on 22/Oct/09
Hey Rob, any ideas where you can get that Timberland Euro Dub shoe? It's not on the timberland website :( I have a feeling it might be an old style that they dont make anymore.
[Editor Rob: tbh it was a rubbish boot. Awful cushioning...] JJ says on 13/Oct/09
Hey rob would you compress anymore after being up for 12 hours or is that basically your absolute low?
[Editor Rob: well I've measured being up for near 30 hours and I don't drop anymore height than being up for 12!] Alex says on 13/Oct/09
I got a new pair of black nike air max. They are good sneakers, comfy and do give good height. About the same as shox. eric says on 6/Oct/09
hey rob, is there any difference between height in the air max ltd and the air max wright?? (sorry don't no how to post links)
besides the different "air max" font I don't notice anything that would indicate a smaller insole. rafael says on 1/Oct/09
im always with my AF-1 shoe on
im 192cm with them Alex says on 27/Sep/09
is there a way to find out about the latest d&g's or dsq2's?
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That might explain it then JJ says on 25/Sep/09
Well Rob for those dress shoes would they have gone down a little after about a year and 2 months of fairly casual wearing? I seem to get about .95in.
[Editor Rob: yeah a lot of shoes do lose 1/8th inch when the insole loses it's initial thickness.] ed says on 25/Sep/09
Hi Rob
Could you let me know how much you think these two trainers would give.
Ive pasted the links below, Thanks.
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[Editor Rob: I think the reebocks are an inch, but the diesel I don't know, I would guess the rubber bit is about cm higher than where the insole is, maybe it's 3/4 inch but that's a guess.] JJ says on 24/Sep/09
Hey Rob how much do you think these would give Click Here
I measure about .9 inches so just under an inch does that seem right?
[Editor Rob: I would be surprised if it was 0.9, it looks more 1.1 range.] Lozzer says on 24/Sep/09
Rob? Air Structure 91s?
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Thanks :)
[Editor Rob: I would have guessed 1.1-1.2, but not measured that style.] randy says on 23/Sep/09
ROB,
I dont think so a timberland boots give more one inch.wat do you think? Realme2008 says on 22/Sep/09
Rob,
I know this doesn't really pertain to the topic of sneakers, but how much height does a basic or standard sandal give. About a inch? billy says on 21/Sep/09
hey rob, how much do you think something like this would give ?
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[Editor Rob: about 0.75 inch I'd say]
Chicken ^^ says on 20/Sep/09
Hey Rob!
can you say me please if this reebok classics give the same as your reebok classics that you have posted 2,85cm!?
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thx
[Editor Rob: that's the same style of heel. I remember seeing a reebock that had slightly more thickness than the classic, can't remember name though.] Josh.J says on 19/Sep/09
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hey rob how much do these timberlands 6" boots give you? Alan says on 11/Sep/09
Rob I own a pair of Nike Air Basketball shoes, how much do they give, and second how much height do they lose after being worn for 1 year?
[Editor Rob: a lot of sneakers might lose 1/8th, maybe 1/4 inch depending on how thick the insole was to start.] Henrey says on 11/Sep/09
Does this shoe give the same amount as a Nike Shox? Because 1 of my friends said that Adidas Bounce give more, yet my 2 friends who are both 5'9 (they've been measured in gym class) one wore the Adidas Bounce, and the other Nike Shox, and they were standing next to each other, and the one friend with the shox looked a tiny bit taller with the shox? So your opinion Rob??
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Sketchers boots give at least 1.5 inches, maybe even 1.75. Those boots give a good deal. Todd W. says on 11/Sep/09
Rob how much would this Nike Shox give?
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[Editor Rob: about 1.4 inch.] JJ says on 8/Sep/09
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Rob those give nothing right?
[Editor Rob: yeah they won't give much...I could do with a pair of them myself for my cold apartment.] Dune says on 7/Sep/09
Rob, have you ever tried measuring Nike Shox Monster? I own a pair and they give you like 1.75in. Agree? Disagree?
[Editor Rob: I don't think they truly give that much.] John says on 4/Sep/09
People asking about Nike Air Max 90's...they are misleading, they give less than the sole looks cause the insole is much lower and curves lower than the actual sole. Durian says on 2/Sep/09
Has someone measured the Nike Air Max 1 Premium? bubba says on 31/Aug/09
I'm 178.6 cm tall in the evening.Just measured my shoes. My formal shoes give me about 2.4 and I feel slightly above average in them. My casual summer loafers (which I wear every day) give me only 1.7 cm and I feel average in them (I know I know, even if there's only a 0.7cm difference). Now that I know most people wear 2.5+ cm shoes, I probably am above average JJ says on 24/Aug/09
Sorry to ask so much but how much lift would a cowboy boot like this give?
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I seem to get around 1.5 inches, does that seem right?
[Editor Rob: yeah near that.] JJ says on 23/Aug/09
Rob how much do you think those get. After being worn out by being used eveyday for 1.2 years.
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I get confused by your guys standards if I am at my lowest point of the day after being up for 8 hours 5'6.85 to 56'.93 wouldn't that still be 5'7 no one can really tell a quarter to half inch, who could tell .45-.5 cm? Also, I only compress about .8cm during the day to on a very stressful and hard on the feet day .9 cm is that normal? Anonymous says on 22/Aug/09
I have a question: I wear show lifts in my sneakers and love the extra height. I was wondering though, will people notice? Because taller people generally have longer arms, right? So will people look at me and think "man he has short arms!!" LOL. I mean honestly, I can't tell and I know I'm wearing lifts. But you think it looks weird?? ghost says on 21/Aug/09
Hi Rob
how much do you think these "Air Jordan I Retro" would give Click Here they are supposed to have air sole in heel, plus they're basketball shoes ! i've seen 2 guys wearing these on "i love money"
[Editor Rob: I would guess 1 inch.] Tom says on 21/Aug/09
Hey how much do most normal sized sneakers give..... Like .75-1 inch? Kirk says on 20/Aug/09
What about Kanye West's shoes, the Nike Air Yeezys. I'm sure they have about two inches on the sole since it was built custom for him and he's kind of short. JJ says on 18/Aug/09
Hey Rob I have a pair of K swiss sneakers and I am curious about how much you think they give, I can't find the exact model but these are the closest I could find Click Here How much do you think those give after being worn out for 1.2 years and worn basically everyday? Lizard King says on 18/Aug/09
Rob!
How much for Nike Air Max 1 Premium? Jim says on 10/Aug/09
Rob - but do you know what brand/model it is?
[Editor Rob: it's a noname english company I think.] Jim says on 7/Aug/09
Does anyone know the exact model of the Doc Marten style boot? I don't think its a Doc Marten.
[Editor Rob: just a boot style.] 178 says on 5/Aug/09
How much for these? Nike 6.0- 1"- 1.1"?
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[Editor Rob: I think near 1 inch. A lot of skate shoes are 3/4 inch to 1 inch range I find.] AJAY says on 4/Aug/09
Rob I have a question dealing with my height, and wanted your expertice on the situation. Please give me an honest answer, thankyou.
I come from a tall/short family. My Father is 6'0 (6'1 in sneakers) but has alot of back issues. Judging from his younger pictures he could easily pass as a 6'2 or 6'3. Everyone on his side are basically Giraffes. His mother is 6'0, his cousin is 6'5, his grandmother is 6'4. So as you can tell they obviously have the height on there side.
My mother side is a different situation. My mom is 5'0 even, my grandmother is about 4'10-4'11 (proabley in her prime an easy 5'0). My uncle is 5'2-5'4. So a bunch of shorties there :P
I come from a eastern european background. I was born in Russia or Current day Ukraine. I'm white, and I'm medium boned. I wear a size 11 shoe, and have very small hands.
I'm currently 15 years old. I'm 191cm, and weigh about 189-193 (goes up and down alot). I didn't start getting tall until I was 14, until that time my parents always assumed I took my mothers line of height because I was pretty undersized for my age grounp. When I hit 14 I grew pretty quickly and grew about an extra 3-4 inches. Here's a growthchart...
11: 5'1
12: 5'3
13: 5'6
14: 5'9
14.5: 6'0
15: 6'1
15.4: 6'3 (191cm)
So far I've grown about 2 inches this summer. I didn't start puberty until I was 14 (same time as my father). With my growth spurt came along the other things such as a deeper voice tone (not that deep though), pubic hair, and such. I do have facial hair, but it's really light (considered as "peachfuzz"), and only have to shave once per month.
I asked my father when did he stop growing and he told me in his early twenties. So not sure if that's any indication when I will stop growing. So I think I gave you everything you need to know!
So how much taller do you "predict" I will get? Thankyou Rob:D
[Editor Rob: these predictions are hard, but at your age you could be nearing the end or may gain 2 inches.] aram x says on 31/Jul/09
How much can platform shoes add to one's height? Tony says on 29/Jul/09
Rob-seems like Shox is at the upper limit for trainers. Have you seen the (relatively) new Nike Lunar trainers? Do you think these are comparable? Click Here
[Editor Rob: I don't know if the insole is a bit concave. It could be like the nike free. On the outside you think it's a good 1.25 inch shoe but it really gives 1 inch and a couple mm...] Dylan says on 29/Jul/09
im curious how much height jordans give you. Bouncer says on 23/Jul/09
Rob are you familar with the Adidas Bounce, or Adidas Mega Bounce running/basketball shoes?
If so do they give the same lift as Nike Shox?
[Editor Rob: I looked at them but didn't measure, I think they are close to shox.] Shox Queston says on 21/Jul/09
Hey Rob....If I'm 5'9 even and I decide to buy some Nike Shox Turbo Oz (or any Nike Shox doesn't have to be that one is particular...) Size: 12...how much taller will I be? Somewhere around 5'10.5? I'd like something that could get me closest to 5'11 if possible...Is it?
[Editor Rob: close to 5ft 10.5.] klpo says on 18/Jul/09
Does anyone know the height of the heels of Converse Chuck Taylor All Star shoes? They seem to be the same as Converse All Star (above). Kay says on 14/Jul/09
Hi Rob!
what do you think how much flip flops like these ones here give? Click Here
[Editor Rob: I think they are near to 1 inch.] Clay says on 10/Jul/09
Rob, how much taller do Timberlands make you look ?
[Editor Rob: depends on the insole, but 1.4 I think.] xtreme says on 8/Jul/09
paul , how much do u get with nike airmax tailwind 2009 trainers( my guess is around 1.3 inches? Meade says on 1/Jul/09
A pair of Converse reveals a person's true height- because those things are just about feet level ! Scott says on 28/Jun/09
Could you tell me your estimate of these Nike Vector's
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oh and is that they're real name cause i've not heard of them before?
Thanks, Scott
[Editor Rob: not seen those before, look like they'd be in 1.3 inch range anyway, maybe 1.4 I don't know how good the insole is...!] Lozzer says on 27/Jun/09
Hey Rob,
Any ideas on the airmax 91s?
Thanks Kay says on 27/Jun/09
heyy rooob!
what do you think how much the Nike Vandals Low can give? do you give them a 3cm chance? i think something like 2,5cm!?
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thx greetz from Serbia
[Editor Rob: not as much as 3cm, 2.6cm maybe.] Shock says on 26/Jun/09
"Doc Martin Style" - I have an old pair of this style in the Timberland Pro Series brand. The total heel (counting the lip between the boot and the sole) measures 1.625" at the thickest part and 1" at the thinnest part towards the front.
Barefoot as of right this very moment at 3:15AM I am 5'7 7/8", down from my wake up height of 5'8.5" (I go with simply 5'8"). I dug these out from under my bed and measure exactly 5'9.5" in them with no insoles for a difference of 1.625". These boots have essentially a 1" platform so the increase over 1" beyond that is .625".
I don't see how you can lose as much as 45% of this increase beyond the platform when you lose maybe 30% of the 3.25" difference from a standard 3.5" high heel that has a very small 1/4" front. uk guy says on 14/Jun/09
rob how much do nike air force ones give they look very chunky.
[Editor Rob: not over 1.2 inch] Lozzer says on 12/Jun/09
Rob, I know the Nike air max 90s are pretty hefty on the heel! Do you know how much they give as I'm considering buying some?
[Editor Rob: I've never measured them but someone said they were 1.3, I don't know about that.] 177cmmmm says on 9/Jun/09
it would be bettre if all shoes came with a 1 inch heel then nobody could lie about their height aram x says on 31/May/09
i am surprised you (Rob) didn't list any sneakers that boost height by as much as 2 inches. Georg says on 30/May/09
Rob have you measured the nike air max lights?
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thx
[Editor Rob: not measured them ones, but not under 1 inch.] derbi says on 26/May/09
Rob, are shox still the sneakers giving the most height or are there others that give more/ around the same?
[Editor Rob: I don't know any major make/models that give much more than the big shox style.] henry gale says on 23/May/09
Can anyone tell how much timberlands give you because my mate wears them and it looks like he's got a big lift inside them like his proportions are not right he's claims he's about 5"7 Craig says on 22/May/09
Hi guys can anyone tell me how much extra height footie boots normally give? thanks DuDe says on 21/May/09
Rob, do you know how much the Nike Blazer give? Thanks!
[Editor Rob: not tried them on, they look at the bottom a bit like converse in style.] LOMJkE says on 21/May/09
hey Rob, how many cm will gave this sneakers?
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about 4cm ?
[Editor Rob: not quite 4cm, a few mm under.
I have different heights of shox, I've got a 0.8 inch street shox, up to 1.4 inch shox. I like the r2/arraw one which is between 1.1 and 1.2 range.
there's another type of shox I might wear to conventions this year that gives nearly exact 1 inch.] Mick says on 21/May/09
are you guys all just obsessed with height?! lol Amok says on 20/May/09
I have to say, I think most of these are overestimated. How did you go about measuring this?
[Editor Rob: these are measured with the stadiometer, same posture without sneaker, then I measure with sneakers. Sometimes I do it a few times to make sure. A lot of sneakers lose 0.1 inch after being worn a month.] Brad says on 18/May/09
Portman line? Marcel says on 14/May/09
the adidas forest hills look big i believe they can give nearly 3 cm Click Here
what do you think about it rob? =) bill says on 14/May/09
adidas forest hills ? Mira says on 11/May/09
Hello to the makers of this page..its a nice page with a lot of infotmations. maybe here someone knows if you lose some cm when you have flat feet. because it seems that i lose 1 inch can my flat feets be the reason!? Ian. R says on 11/May/09
Rob could you please tell me the height of the caterpillar colorado, thanks. Mesut says on 9/May/09
Rob do you know what the trainers from John give Adidas ZX 700? i would like to know it too i have a pair of them.
[Editor Rob: I've not measured but looking at them I'd say close to 1.2.] John says on 9/May/09
Rob, do u know the Adidas ZX 700 trainer height? Just wondering cause they are the only trainers i have ever worn since school (10 years ago) yoyo says on 7/May/09
Converse Sneakers are the lowest in height.. i have a few that the most you wore it gives more like just 1.3cm console at lowest.. B-lab says on 3/May/09
What about these Nike Air Max Turbulence +14's? I'm getting them and was just curious as to how much lift they would give?
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How about Macbeth Vegan shoes? i guess about half an inch,right? Brian says on 22/Apr/09
What about these Nike Air Max 90's? I've got the exact same style and color as this from 2007 and I feel at least an inch taller
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Rob, the nike sneakers I wore that day when I met you are very similar to the Nike Shox Arraw but give a bit less in height. Mine only give 1.08. Well I did have them since 2007 so they could have been closer to 1.25 inches.
[Editor Rob: most trainers will lose a few mm in height, the insole starts of nice and cushioned and then after a while it flattens a bit. Usually 0.1 or maybe 0.2 inch I found.] Hélène says on 18/Apr/09
I can't believe people are still purchasing the Crocs Cayman shoes. They are dangerous on elevators, by the way. Also, the Doc Martin Style, Nike Arraw and Adidas Samoa might be healthy in terms of balance and comfort -- but they look as if they were designed by Frankenstein's mother. As far as style is concerned, the Vans Classic Slip Ons and the Nike Street Shox V are more appealing. Most all Reeboks are healthy shoes -- most are stylist too. Those crocs are horrible -- especially the green ones. scata says on 14/Apr/09
My puma romas give me like 1.5 inches, and its all black too so the high sole isn't even noticeable.
[Editor Rob: classic roma's give as stated on this page, I had the green/white but they weren't very comfortable.] aram x says on 5/Apr/09
But can't muster boots boost you from your barefoot height by as much as 2 inches? And can't platform high-heel shoes effectively boost your height by well over 3 inches? Just wondering because I am a little surprised at how little some of these shoes boost you from your barefoot status. Brian says on 28/Mar/09
Rob, any idea how much these Vans off the wall would be? I've got the same pair in a different color and I think they give about 1 inch
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[Editor Rob: not more than 1 inch, maybe 0.9-1 range.] John says on 22/Mar/09
I have the Nike Goadome. They definitely give me at least an inch and a half of height! greg says on 21/Mar/09
Rob,
Please give your opinion on the height Nike Goadome's give.
They look like they add a hefty amount. They should be on the list here, they are very popular and I would guess might give the most height out of all these shoes.
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[Editor Rob: if the insole is as high as the leather part starts then I'd say near 1.6 new] someGRANDguy says on 18/Mar/09
How much height with the Wallabees? dani says on 15/Mar/09
hey,which "nike shox" givving most height??
please ask if you know."
Rob could you answer this question?
Rob please could you answer the question? im curious? nobody's answered the question this guy answered? You're the expert, let's get technical here.
[Editor Rob: I've not measured any other style, like the tn one somebody mentioned. A 1.4 inch is big enough.] Mickey says on 13/Mar/09
thanks for the help Craig Brian says on 13/Mar/09
I'm 5 ft 7.75 inches and I've got a pair of 07 nike air max and i'm about dead even with my friend (who says he is 5 ft 9) when we both are wearing shoes he usually wears a pair of dc of comparable skater brand
Does anyone know for sure, or would it be safe to saythat they give around 1.5 inches? Craig says on 12/Mar/09
I know the feeling Mickey I have the same problem but try not to be too embarrassed because it isn't your fault. Have you tried using odour eaters and spraying your footy boots, footy socks and trainers with a good deodorant? BOOOY says on 11/Mar/09
Hi guys, ,, Nike TN's " give more than 3.6cm (1.41 inches)... They are the highest Nike trainer's and they looks very good! Greets from Germany! Mickey says on 11/Mar/09
hi guys, I've asked this before: does anybody have any solutions to stop football boots, football socks and trainers from smelling so sweaty? cause mine totally stink and its embarrassing! lol I'd really appreciate any help :D LOMJkE says on 10/Mar/09
hey,which "nike shox" givving most height??
please ask if you know. sven says on 6/Mar/09
rob please how can give this flip flop? select the black color it looks a little different
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thank you
[Editor Rob: maybe 0.6 inch.] Anonymous says on 4/Mar/09
which shox gives the most height? someone plz answer fast, im buying shoes tomorrow jc says on 3/Mar/09
what are some good dress shoes out there? i find that its usually during formal settings that i want to get that extra height (when girls are wearing heels).
The problem is that most dress shoes have a standard 1 inch heel, while those "height-increasing" shoes have upwards of 2.4 inches!
What are some formal shoes (height increasing or not) that have 1.5-2inch heels so i can be taller and still move like im not wearing stilletto heels?
anyone have any insight on this? im sure im not hte only one who has encountered or would like to find a solution to this problem. BOOOY says on 28/Feb/09
Hi,does anyone know how much ,, Puma Racer " gives ? thank you! George says on 27/Feb/09
I always tend to wear shoes that have chunky soles (like 1.3"), all chunky shoes seem to be wider fitting, and therefore are a lot more comfortable. shortdude says on 24/Feb/09
Does anyone know how much Nike Goadome adds to height?
If your not familiar with them, they are the boots with air pockets in the soles. Lozzer says on 21/Feb/09
Rob, you ever tried height increasers/ are they any good?
[Editor Rob: I've tested some in my home, would never wear them in public. People would think I'd grown!] sven says on 15/Feb/09
rob how can give in your opinion the nike airmax 97? Soviet_Rebel says on 13/Feb/09
Hi, it's me again, and i do have the classic timberlands, they give you 1.4 inches (3,5 cm) nick says on 5/Feb/09
how much do a classic pair of timberlands give? 5'8 Beast says on 4/Feb/09
If you want to get a height boost with some cool trainers, look no further than "Adidas Chile"'s. i say they give you 1.30 inch herb says on 2/Feb/09
Hello Rob, could you give me a guess to how much height these shoes gives?
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I see alot of people wearing shoes with soles similar to those so it would be interesting to know, they really look thin.
[Editor Rob: I don't know how thick the insole is but they could be 0.4 inch!] Carrie says on 1/Feb/09
Are there women's athletic shoes with 2" heels or higher? Anonymous3 says on 29/Jan/09
It's hard to get anything over 4-5cm in total, it gets too obvious and too clunky, espcially in the summer when wearing shorts......... 3-4cm is ideal. Most people have 2-3cm for shoes. Converse are thinner though,,,, Strife says on 20/Jan/09
Guys I got some black pumas with a high sole but it's not really noticeable because its black everywhere. Added in an extra sole and I'm about 1.3 inches taller when I put them on. Joe says on 15/Jan/09
How much do you think Adidas Goodyear Street 2 gives? mooses says on 14/Jan/09
Hi Rob! Got a clue how much height the Nike Blazers give ??
[Editor Rob: they look a bit like allstars, so could be a 1/4 or 1/3rd inch under 1 inch.] Soviet_Rebel says on 13/Jan/09
Hi i'm italian and i have "the original very expensive italian hogan shoes". They give you 2" (5cm) not more not less. sven says on 10/Jan/09
rob how can give in your opinion the nike airmax 97? Brent says on 10/Jan/09
my mistake the airmax 90's are around 1.2 inches not quite as tall as nike shox Matt says on 8/Jan/09
Does the size of a shoe affect the amount of height it gives? For example, does a size 14 give more height than a size 8? leonari says on 8/Jan/09
ROB: They can look pretty cool in totally white with black soles or black with white soles or completely in white. Way better than Shox R4 or Shox NZ and I think they give the same. leonari says on 6/Jan/09
ROB:Whats your opinion without measuring ,is it possible that NIKE AIRMAX 90 give just shy of 1.75 inches like Brent says? They do look kinda big I have to admit.
[Editor Rob: I don't know about 1.7 inch...I rarely see anybody wearing them over here.] Brent says on 5/Jan/09
Ken Y, I have a pair of 90 airmax's and they are just under 1.75 inches! huge a lot bigger than I thought. I have a pair of 1992's also and they are about 1.5 Anonymous says on 5/Jan/09
rob, how about nike air copious, how much height do they give? eddy says on 1/Jan/09
Im just a little shorter than 5.10 and use New Balance shoes which i admittedly put an extra dr.sholls in the heel because they are deep shoes...gets me up to about 5.11.5 which looks better in the gym... the New Balance shoes are deep and allow for extra cushion inside in case anyone is looking for this. Ken Y says on 29/Dec/08
Rob, How much do you think Nike Airmax 90 gives in Cm?
[Editor Rob: not measured it yet.] Anonymous says on 27/Dec/08
Rob! what do you think about Adidas Campus?
Does it fall in the same gategory as superstar. 2.5 cm??
They are very much a look alike
[Editor Rob: superstar after a couple weeks of wear beds in and will give 0.75 inch, those style look same. Some trainers have insoles that lose several mm of height after a few wears.] zuo says on 27/Dec/08
rob are you sure nike cortez between 1.1 and 1.2 ??? seems too much!!
[Editor Rob: they look near that to me.] Aaron says on 22/Dec/08
Rob, do you know how much a pair of Steve Madden Novo's gives? I'm thinking about getting a pair and would like to have a general idea of the height they give. I tried a pair on the other day but it was hard to tell how much higher I was over my barefoot. I think they give around a half inch to 3/4 of an inch, but I really can't be more specific than that. If anyone else owns them and could tell me how much heel height they give that be great! Thanks.
[Editor Rob: I'm not sure aaron how high the insole comes on those shoes.] Joker says on 22/Dec/08
how tall are the 'adidas leader'???
[Editor Rob: I kick about in a pair of adidas samba's now and again - not when it's wet mind you, you'll slip all over the place - the leader is same style really, 0.75 inch.] Anonymous says on 21/Dec/08
Hello Rob!
How much do you think the vintage Nike Cortez give?
[Editor Rob: I've not measured but without knowing insole I'd guess between 1.1 and 1.2.] Anonymous says on 14/Dec/08
How much does Nike Air Zoom Royal give??? Anonymous3 says on 14/Dec/08
Seriously says on 10/Dec/08
How much does Nike Blazers give you? The same as Coverse hi-tops?
maybe an 1 inch? they don't look big at all Alex says on 14/Dec/08
Timberland are great boots. I got a pair myself from 6 years ago. They do give 1.5 inches and still may after all those years. I got a pair of Doc Martin that give at least 1.25 inches. I wanna get a pair of Lugz and those give like 1.5 inches too. klem says on 14/Dec/08
do you guys, interested in height wear thicker soles most of the time? I wear mostly under an inch(vans style and such), because its omfortable, but I feel more solid(heightwise) in inch-thich soles, because it seems majority wears at least an inch. Seriously says on 10/Dec/08
How much does Nike Blazers give you? The same as Coverse hi-tops? Lozzer says on 9/Dec/08
Rob, whats the biggest timberland heel of the style shown above?
[Editor Rob: see top half of this page, those give more 1.5 range.
I only wear sneakers most of the time, except the only pair of boots I have wasn't timberland, but this rockport boot. Those give an inch, so that's not too thick.] glenn says on 8/Dec/08
yes,i felt they gave me the most height.what sneaker gives the most?
[Editor Rob: I've not tried on any that give more than 1.4 inches, there are some out there I'm sure in 1.5-1.6 inch but I don't see them in normal sneaker shops.] Editor Rob says on 8/Dec/08
I had time to kill yesterday and was looking around shoe/sneaker shops.
I was looking at various timberland models. The standard style has an ok insole, I would say from trying it on and looking at it, it was actually pretty much in the 1.5 range, although measuring could show it to be slightly different.
Glenn mentioned he's worn nike impax? I looked at those, they aren't much different in height from a nike shox. theman says on 6/Dec/08
If u are looking for height advantage there are plenty of Filas I just saw at the DSW store that give near 2 inches at least. My wife liked a pair for me I tried them on and felt the height difference. I chose not to buy because the soles looked thicker than I like. At 5'9" they got me near 6' and I was not trying to look that height. Don't want to be accused of heightening. (For you Seinfeld fans) klem says on 3/Dec/08
How much would you say an average footwear gives you? I think nowadays I see most people wearing thinner sole footwear that looks like it gives max 1,5-2cm, but few years ago every shoe was at leat an inch?
[Editor Rob: some low fashion trainers, can be deceptive. I've looked at pairs and some have thicker insoles than you'd think.] john says on 3/Dec/08
how much height do classic timberlands give? and is there anything i can place in them to give me a bit of a boost? Andy van Karlsen says on 1/Dec/08
Hello again guys!
I purchased Shox NZ (hope they will boost minimum 1 inch for 6 months+). Now I want to buy some insoles. Anyone here with good ones/ idea how to get one (a listing with some'd be very nice!!!!)
Then I will hopefully reach my requested 188-190cm (fav height!) Anonymous says on 1/Dec/08
anyone got any solutions for this please? do odour eaters work? or any other solutions? cause its very embarrassing! lol Anonymous says on 1/Dec/08
man i really like trainers their are really comfortable but god i hate taking them off in front of the other guys when we've been playing football their stink and my football socks are even worse!lol Lozzer says on 30/Nov/08
The larger heeled shoes with silicon lifts are great, especially the timberlands as you can fit more of them in! Me: 5'7.5" to 5'10.5" in those! size 13 says on 27/Nov/08
Interesting site. randomly found this confirming the height difference in a picture someone posted. I get the feeling a few of you are looking to increase your perceived height due to issues of feeling short. Don't. I'm well over 6 feet tall and have friends well below avg height.
besides, whatever height these shoes add, add the same to anyone else already taller. Seniorr says on 26/Nov/08
what Nike gives you more ? Air Max or Shox ... or any other ?
thanks !
compare some
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[Editor Rob: 360 and typical shox give about the same.] Etoile says on 26/Nov/08
I know this article is supposed to be about sneakers, but Crocs are listed, and I couldn't find sandals anywhere else! How much height would a pair of Birkenstocks give? I usually wear the Gizeh style. Alex says on 26/Nov/08
I got a pair of Doc Martins and they do feel 1.5 inches, if not slightly more. The heel is on the big side and the front of the boot isn't low either. Anonymous3 says on 19/Nov/08
Bob says on 18/Nov/08
How much this Porsche Design gives? Click Here
Looks 1 inch or slightly less? IMO maybe 0.8 inch? I've not familiar with those shoes, though they look quite nice Bob says on 18/Nov/08
How much this Porsche Design gives? Click Here Romeo says on 17/Nov/08
I posted earlier regarding height gain from timberlands. The ones i measured in where the varsity timberland boots and these do not give the same as normal 6 inch classic timbs. I recently purchased a pair of classics and was shocked to find that they give just a shade under 2 inches over barefoot height, i chekced many times so it is not a mistake mikey says on 12/Nov/08
Hey rob, how much height do air max 1's give you and also air max 90's. I would also like to know how much height the reebok pump omni lites give as well as jordan 3's and 4's.....Thanks
[Editor Rob: I've not measured them properly, the air max 1's they look big, I think someone did measure them on here.Basketball sneakers I don't see much in the UK.] klem says on 9/Nov/08
Anonymous3 says on 7/Nov/08
You know how some girls are always wearin ballet flats? they are like 5'1-5'4 or around there and basically I always have a 1.2" advantage on them with air forces depending on if their flats give at least a tiny bit of height if any at all. It's weird when they are wearing flats when they are already short.
Not everybody is height obsessed;) plus 5-4 is not short for a girl. Anonymous3 says on 7/Nov/08
You know how some girls are always wearin ballet flats? they are like 5'1-5'4 or around there and basically I always have a 1.2" advantage on them with air forces depending on if their flats give at least a tiny bit of height if any at all. It's weird when they are wearing flats when they are already short. leonari says on 7/Nov/08
Rob: How much do the Timberlands with BIGGER heel give? 1.4 inches???more? klem says on 6/Nov/08
I have brand new pair od vans bearcat(basically the same as old schools just vans logo isnt white but the color of shoue), actually few pairs of them i use for skateboarding, and I will measure them and also the worn ones.
The sole like on slip ones looks to give more than it really gives(i am guessing 1cm and change), and I feel literally shorter wearing them, but I also like thin sole for better feeling. Alex says on 6/Nov/08
When you see people in sandals dont always think they're basically barefoot in them. Not true because some sandals as Rob said give 1/2-1 inch but some give you as low as 1/4 inch. Anonymous says on 4/Nov/08
Rob, do you know how much the Jordans Nu Retro give? Thanks, please answer im buying shoes tomorrow. Here's a pic:
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[Editor Rob: I've not seen those sneakers up close, they don't look big, maybe 1 inch] Aaron says on 3/Nov/08
I own a pair of the vans classic slip ons and let me say I hardly wear them. They give about half an inch like it says above, but that white sole is so deceptive. It looks like it should give a solid inch, but the insert really rests about halfway up the white sole (not at the top), so you get cheated out of height. Don't buy those if you're looking for footwear to be comparable in heel height to the adidas oregon or superstar because it won't compare. However, they do look cool, so I wear them some days when I'm not caring about my height, but on the days I want to look my tallest I bust out my new balance 547 which probably give just under what nike shox give (I think those 547's give about 1.2 inches or so, but I've never measured them precisely so don't quote me on that). jake says on 2/Nov/08
air max 90's give 1.5? thats alot jake says on 1/Nov/08
Rob or anyone else know how much jordans give?
like the jordan 6 rings basketball shoe. Looks like around 1-1.4 can anyone confirm?
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[Editor Rob: I'm not sure on basketball shoes, they don't sell well in the Uk so there's typically not much of them in high street stores.] Anonymous3 says on 26/Oct/08
Taylor air max 90 probably gives around 1.5 inches I do agree they look pretty damn thick too after some observations on people's footwear. Taylor says on 25/Oct/08
Does anyone know much height the Air Max 90 gives?? Sole looks pretty thick... Anonymous3 says on 25/Oct/08
Rob you gotta put some skater shoes in your collection I see lot of people wearin those for casual. Dr. D says on 24/Oct/08
what about shoes like this? Click Here those are missing in your collection, Rob.
Sometimes I think those dress shoes have pretty large heels for men footwear.
[Editor Rob: that looks like a 1.2 inch shoe, slightly more if the insole is well cushioned.] Niko says on 23/Oct/08
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hey rob how much give worker shoes like that!? what do you think? Caesar says on 17/Oct/08
Rob, do you think the low-cut converse sneakers might give less height than the high-cut ones you have listed above? I don't think mine even give half an inch. I don't own the high-cut style, but I noticed a huge drop in height when I started wearing them, more than I expected. Do you own any of the low cut style?
[Editor Rob: yes, I have a brand new pair in the closet...I measured them a few times and am confident new they do give near 1.6cm (0.6 inch)] Editor Rob says on 16/Oct/08
I got hold of a pair of Nike Air Max 180's.
They give brand new around 1.4 inches. Sade says on 14/Oct/08
Hello,
I was wondering if anyone knew how much height the Nike Blazers give? The soles seem around 3cms thick judging from just internet photos but I have absolutely no idea.
If unsure about this model, here is a link:
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Thanks in advance! Anonymous says on 11/Oct/08
Hi Rob
You ever had the Nike Dunks and measured them? I am interested to buy a pair.
[Editor Rob: not got hold of a pair, don't know anybody who wears em, I'm sure somebody I know has a pair though.] Editor Rob says on 7/Oct/08
I measured a pair of Asics Gel, a lot of them appear similar range and they gave around 3.1cm, 1.2 inch.
Adidas Samba's give 3/4 inch. Len says on 5/Oct/08
I like the shoes without shoe strings. Velco straps are less fuss. Anonymous says on 2/Oct/08
which shox gives the most height? Andy van Karlsen says on 2/Oct/08
Hi guys,
I'm really happy that I find this threat here. I'm a weak 6'1 (184.8cm) and I want to be at about 188-190cm. Shox are my favourites. Heard that most people who own them are very satisfied... so the question here: Is there a listing available which shows the increase from Shox NZ, R4, Rivalry and so on? Or are they really from 1,25 up to 2 inches?
Thanks a lot in advance!
[Editor Rob: rivalry is a low one, they are like the street shox series, under 1 inch. My street shox after a month are just near 3/4 inch, the big nike shox can give 1.4 inches, never seen any give 2 inches.] Anonymous3 says on 1/Oct/08
Rob any idea how much the Air force 25s the mids and/or lows give? I believe they are the new forces nike released earlier. They look like nice shoes and I read some reviews that they a quite comfortable. I'm guessing maybe like 3cm like the air force 1s? But they don't look nearly as thick as the af1s at all...
Can I have your opinion on this?
[Editor Rob: I've not measured them, but I'd guess 1-1.1.] Niko says on 30/Sep/08
Hi Rob
can ou maybe say me is there a difference between nike air ltd and ltd 2...do they give the same height? thx Fer says on 28/Sep/08
Rob or anyone, what sneakers give you the most lift or most inches?? Eric says on 22/Sep/08
Hey Rob do you know if these pairs of nike shox give close to 1.5 inches?
Nike Men's Shox CL
White/White Anonymous3 says on 22/Sep/08
Rob do you like to wear air force 1s, they are classics I believe and come in a variety of colours. I want to buy a pair but unfortunately I am broke for the time being. =(
[Editor Rob: they are ok for comfort after a few wears, but they're not a favourite of mine. Saying that, when it rains sometimes I might wear something like a leather adidas samba or samoa. Last time I wore air force was in January when there was some snow...] Alex says on 22/Sep/08
I think any Jordan type sneaker gives 1.5 inches. Anytime I have on basketball sneakers I always feel a bit taller than with running or other types of sneakers. Anonymous says on 22/Sep/08
does any1 know what the Jordan Men's XX2 5/8 shoe gives? plz answer they look pretty thick Anonymous3 says on 20/Sep/08
"i tend to wear timberland boots but it seems like when i wear them women always criticize and say i am wearing high heels and they laugh"
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now that's just mean not to mention cruel......I seen people wearin them timberlands all the time, they are classic more in the winter though since it's colder and they protect your feet. Anonymous3 says on 20/Sep/08
Rob what would you say is your favourite sneaker(s)?
[Editor Rob: my favourite for comfort - no break in needed for me - is the Nike Free, not the one with nylon but pure cotton material. Second is the cushioned Samoa's, I've worn those 2 sneakers a lot, especially for conventions where you are walking a lot and standing.] Anonymous3 says on 19/Sep/08
Rob any idea how much height the pumas that Kemal posted give on average? they look quite flat compared to some sneakers. I guess maybe max 0.5-0.75"? closer to 0.5"? I see a lot of girls and a couple of guys wearin pumas. Can I have your personal opinion? Thanks.
[Editor Rob: I would guess about 0.6-0.7, some of those styles can be deceptive - I know a few I was looking at in a sports shop last month had higher insole than the outside would suggest.] Romeo says on 16/Sep/08
Hey Rob i managed to get a pair of classic timberlands and measured myself up.
Barefeet im 5'9 and with the timbs im exactly 5'10.5. However i must point out the timberlands I was wearing are 3 years old and over time have been worn down, i borrowed them off my bro.
So in conclusion i think a brand new pair of classic timbs probably gives 1.6-1.75 inches.
Im getting my own pair soon when i get enough cash and will post up the size they give helpingyou says on 15/Sep/08
let me do everyone a favor. NEW BALANCE 479.Get the black ones theyre great looking and they give me 1 and a half solid inches plus just put a dr. scholls tri-insole in them and theyre perfect trust me. A.D. says on 15/Sep/08
The differnce between, say, Nike Air Max 95 and Converse feels so much, but isnt. It must be a weird sensation walking in 2" elevator shoes. Anonymous3 says on 14/Sep/08
anyone know how much jordan shoes give? I know it varies a bit from shoe to shoe but anyone know a range of the amount they would usually give? I'm sure there are some jordan fans out there. Len says on 12/Sep/08
Those Doc Martins look like something from Frankenstein's wardrobe closet. The crocs are dangerous on escalators, elevators, etc. I put both of these "creations" in the category with the sort of pants that sag off the buttocks rendering the visibility of more than the crack between two worlds. In the 1970s, people poked fun of fashions in the 1950s. In the 1980s, people poked fun of fashions in the 1960s. The truth of fashion is that most of it is a load of green crocs and Doc Martins. To me, if the product hurts to wear or is painful to look at, it's not worth the time and expense. Anonymous says on 10/Sep/08
Rob: What are these "portmans" that glenn wore?
[Editor Rob: motorcycle boots.] Kemal says on 6/Sep/08
And what do you think shoes like this style give
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sry for my bad english haha=) Kemal says on 6/Sep/08
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3,45 cm right? do you like them rob? i think they look nice...
[Editor Rob: yes they definitely give new 1.33-34 inch. I have a pair - the ones on this page - bought in 2005 but never worn.] Matt says on 29/Aug/08
Anybody know about the New Balance 992?? I hear they are really comfy and they look pretty thick: Click Here Ronny says on 29/Aug/08
Does anyone know how much the Nike Dunk gives?
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How much do you think the classic 6 inch timberlands give rob. I feel these shoes are very common and see many people wearing them, and they have been noted for having a large heel and also a considerable large insole
Any idea, i personally have never had a pair as they are pretty exspensive but looked at some in a shop and have to say they seem to give around 2 inches if not more!!!
The link below shows the timberlands in question
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[Editor Rob: I'd be surprised if they gave over 1.5 considering the insole to be well padded.] Alex says on 20/Aug/08
Some New Balance differ a bit in size. Some give an inch then some give just over. I have 3 that differ in size. RisingForce says on 19/Aug/08
Alex, I have a pair. I'm 5'7 3/4" without shoes and measured at 5'9" in them. cool says on 16/Aug/08
Anyone know a shoe that gives more than one inch of height... that doesn't look like it would.. for guys.. trueheight says on 15/Aug/08
any idea about Nike Cortez? Alex says on 8/Aug/08
Who likes new balance sneakers? I think most give an inch, maybe slightly over. derbi says on 8/Aug/08
Hey Rob, can you estimate how much heel height hogan shoes like these give?
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Unfotunately, I don't realy know about the insole...
Thanks!
[Editor Rob: Sly's wore them before, how much...tricky without knowing just how thick the insole is, but 1.5-2 without knowing.] sven says on 7/Aug/08
rob can you respond at the previous post?
[Editor Rob: I did, the flip flop should give 1.5cm or thereabouts, not the 1.9cm at the very heel.] |
