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Footbeds
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AKU Footbeds (insoles) are original replacement footbeds designed to restore the intended fit feel of your AKU footwear, improving underfoot comfort, moisture control and stability when your current insoles are packed-out, worn or slow to dry. AKU offers multiple footbed options aligned to different use cases—from everyday hiking through to colder conditions and mountain-focused builds—so you can match the insole specification to your footwear and season. Most AKU footbeds are available in UK sizes 3–13 (including half sizes); always choose the same size as your boot/shoe and confirm the specific footbed model and size availability on the product page. Video guide: how to remove and replace your AKU footbed for the correct fit feel. |
Replacing the footbed
Tip: replace like-for-like size (same as your footwear). If you use thicker winter socks, consider whether added volume changes fit.
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What to expect from AKU footbeds
- Original AKU replacement insoles: Designed to maintain the feel of AKU fit and improve day-to-day comfort when the existing footbed is worn.
- Activity-led options: Choose from AKU footbeds such as Custom Fit, Custom Fit Soft, Custom Fit IMS, Cocco/Lattice/Bamboo, and Custom Fit Pro Alum (availability varies).
- Anatomical support focus: AKU footbeds in this range are specified with anatomical/anatomic support to improve comfort and stability underfoot.
- Moisture management where specified: Selected footbeds are specified with breathability and moisture management/moisture control to support long days and repeated use.
- Cold-condition options where specified: Selected footbeds are specified with thermo insulation, designed for colder seasons and mountain-focused use.
Choose your AKU footbed by use case
- Everyday trekking and mixed walking: Custom Fit is specified with anatomic support, breathability, moisture management, easy drying and shock absorption.
- Higher-cushion comfort feel: Custom Fit Soft is specified with anatomic support, easy drying, shock absorption and thermo insulation, using components including pile lining (Polartec® 300), Primaloft® padding (300 g) and a felt base.
- Support + moisture management for long days: Custom Fit IMS is specified with anatomic support, breathability, moisture management, easy drying, shock absorption and thermo insulation, using components including Dry-Lex® and Cambrelle® fabric lining, latex and a felt base.
- Natural-material option: Cocco/Lattice/Bamboo is specified as an extremely comfortable and ventilated insole made of natural low-impact materials, with features including anatomical support, breathability and moisture control. Components include bamboo fibre lining, an intermediate latex layer and a coconut fibre base.
- Cold, mountain-focused builds: Custom Fit Pro Alum is specified with anatomic support, breathability, moisture management, easy drying, shock absorption, thermo insulation and stability, using components including Dry-Lex® and Cambrelle® fabric lining, latex, felt base, an aluminium layer and a stiff perforated EVA shank.
Fit & sizing
- Size selection: Choose the same UK size as your AKU footwear. Many AKU footbeds are offered in UK 3–13 (including half sizes); check the individual footbed product page for the exact size run.
- Best practice: Replace like-for-like where possible (same footbed model name as your current insole) to preserve the intended fit feel.
Care & longevity
- Remove footbeds after wet days to help them dry faster and to reduce moisture build-up inside the footwear.
- Air-dry at room temperature. Avoid direct heat sources which can damage materials.
- Replace footbeds when cushioning is compressed, the surface fabric is worn through, or odour and moisture retention increase.
- Repairs: Lancashire Sports Repairs only.
FAQ's
- Which AKU footbed should I choose? Match the footbed to your use case: Custom Fit for everyday trekking, Custom Fit IMS for breathability and moisture management with thermo insulation, Custom Fit Soft for shock absorption with thermo insulation, Cocco/Lattice/Bamboo for natural-material breathability, and Pro Alum for mountain-focused thermo insulation and stability.
- Do AKU footbeds come in half sizes? Many AKU footbeds are offered in UK sizes including half sizes. Confirm the exact size availability on the specific footbed product page.
- Will changing footbeds change my fit? It can. To minimise fit changes, replace like-for-like (same footbed model name) and choose the same size as your footwear.
- Are any footbeds designed for colder conditions? Yes. Selected footbeds are specified with thermo insulation, including Custom Fit Soft, Custom Fit IMS and Custom Fit Pro Alum (confirm the product page specification).
- Are there footbeds that prioritise moisture control? Yes. Custom Fit, Custom Fit IMS and Cocco/Lattice/Bamboo are specified with breathability and moisture management/moisture control (see each product page).
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