Great video, and very useful! Especially about the suede bottoms for regular shoes, that's a gamechanger that I had no idea about. A few days ago.I ordered fuego shoes (saw ataca and alemana wearing them and thought they looked nice) because I was having the exact problem that you guys mentioned, I've always been dancing in street shoes and with my spinning and pivots I think I tweaked my knees- which leads me to my question: Have you guys met other dancers that have had knee problems? My doctor said it's from overworking my knees and I need to rest a few weeks. I do a lot of salsa caleña too though and I think that makes it worse because of the amount of pressure on the knees that come from the heavy footwork.
Hey there Patrick! Yes we’ve seen Fuego shoes! They look cool but we’ve never tried them, we’d love to hear how they work for you so keep us updated! Yes it’s suuuuper common for dancers to have knee issues but usually comes from these top three things: 1. Over training without warming up. 2. Dancing on bad flooring such as cement, or dancing with improper shoes. 3. Improper rotations on the knee and foot (pivoting with the knee but the foot is still planted) creating a tweaking of the knee. (can be bad form or shoes with too much traction) Just wrap it up for a while and make sure you strengthen all surrounding muscles so they can help alleviate any over use of the knee! This is just a little bit of what I’ve been told personally, but your doctor or a physical therapist will have the best advice for you! Hope this helps!
@@BachataDanceAcademy Thank you for the detailed response! So the shoes just came in yesterday and so far I really love them. Light, comfortable, very easy to turn/spin with, and it's great that they match with jeans and kkaki pants really well. I am like you, I don't like most dance shoes because of that shiny and fancy look and prefer something more lifestyle, or street style like the phantom ones you mentioned. I Haven't worn the fuegos enough yet to give a better review (like for durability) but so far so good, can't wait to use them again. All of those sources of knee pain check off for me, yikes. But it's good to know about it now, thank you. I was thinking that perhaps a good idea for the next podcast would be to go over some good ways you like to warm up before dancing. Thanks again and keep up the good work!
I buy shoes at Fine once a year (buy a bunch of them); they offer various discounts, I think the two for one is still a thing. You description is very accurate; something I do is to take the shoes to the shoemaker to reinforce the bottom.
How do you compare the spinning ability on the gfanco rubber soles versus a classical suede sole that has been recently brushed? I'm curious about g Franco but a bit afraid of the prospect of spinning on rubber. Thanks!
Hey there Julia, I actually have never purchased any rubber sole shoes from Gfranco, only their classic suede high heels. From what I've seen/heard, they are not classic rubber shoes like what you'd find on Nike's for instance. They are like a "jazz rubber" like what you'd find on a jazz shoe or jazz sneaker. Jazz rubber like that is typically very smooth and you can turn very well without any issue. But if you're still unsure, I would: 1) Call them over the phone, they are very helpful and I'd ask them directly and also see if they have a return policy in case you don't like turning in them. 2) They typically set up booths at Bachata and Salsa Festivals where you can try on and buy shoes in person. So you can also try them on and see if you like them without the hassle of ordering and returning them. Hope this helps.
I bought the GFranco Phantom based on your recommendation, and they’re awful. These are some of the most uncomfortable dance shoes I’ve ever worn. I’ll be returning them, but I’m still out $30 for shipping. To anyone considering these, DO NOT BUY GFRANCO PHANTOM. They feel like solid plastic, and for $100, it’s ridiculous.
I'm really sorry to hear that the GFranco Phantom shoes didn’t work out for you. Comfort can definitely vary from person to person, especially with dance shoes, since foot shapes and preferences can be so different. It’s frustrating when something doesn’t meet expectations, especially after factoring in shipping costs. I hope you’re able to find a pair that works better for your needs. Have you considered contacting GFranco's customer service? They might be able to help with a better solution or exchange for a different style. Best of luck with your search for the perfect dance shoes!
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I'm very grateful for your videos, I just bought my dance shoes myself, I started watching you Dominican style Bachata too
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Great video, and very useful! Especially about the suede bottoms for regular shoes, that's a gamechanger that I had no idea about. A few days ago.I ordered fuego shoes (saw ataca and alemana wearing them and thought they looked nice) because I was having the exact problem that you guys mentioned, I've always been dancing in street shoes and with my spinning and pivots I think I tweaked my knees- which leads me to my question: Have you guys met other dancers that have had knee problems? My doctor said it's from overworking my knees and I need to rest a few weeks. I do a lot of salsa caleña too though and I think that makes it worse because of the amount of pressure on the knees that come from the heavy footwork.
Hey there Patrick!
Yes we’ve seen Fuego shoes! They look cool but we’ve never tried them, we’d love to hear how they work for you so keep us updated!
Yes it’s suuuuper common for dancers to have knee issues but usually comes from these top three things:
1. Over training without warming up.
2. Dancing on bad flooring such as cement, or dancing with improper shoes.
3. Improper rotations on the knee and foot (pivoting with the knee but the foot is still planted) creating a tweaking of the knee. (can be bad form or shoes with too much traction)
Just wrap it up for a while and make sure you strengthen all surrounding muscles so they can help alleviate any over use of the knee!
This is just a little bit of what I’ve been told personally, but your doctor or a physical therapist will have the best advice for you!
Hope this helps!
@@BachataDanceAcademy Thank you for the detailed response! So the shoes just came in yesterday and so far I really love them. Light, comfortable, very easy to turn/spin with, and it's great that they match with jeans and kkaki pants really well. I am like you, I don't like most dance shoes because of that shiny and fancy look and prefer something more lifestyle, or street style like the phantom ones you mentioned. I Haven't worn the fuegos enough yet to give a better review (like for durability) but so far so good, can't wait to use them again.
All of those sources of knee pain check off for me, yikes. But it's good to know about it now, thank you. I was thinking that perhaps a good idea for the next podcast would be to go over some good ways you like to warm up before dancing. Thanks again and keep up the good work!
Bought a pair a gfranco. They are so tight. Guess I will have to go to option 3. Anywhere that specializes in wide casual dance shoes?
Great video, thank you !
Glad you liked it!
I buy shoes at Fine once a year (buy a bunch of them); they offer various discounts, I think the two for one is still a thing. You description is very accurate; something I do is to take the shoes to the shoemaker to reinforce the bottom.
Yea, that 2 for one thing is awesome! Thank You for watching by the way! :D
Do you have discount code for very fine shoes in El Monte please?
I'm a beginner at salsa. What do you all think about heel protectors? Are they necessary? Thanks so much for this video!
In our experience they are not necessary for social dancing
@@BachataDanceAcademy thanks!
How do you clean your shoes?I have phantoms
How do you compare the spinning ability on the gfanco rubber soles versus a classical suede sole that has been recently brushed? I'm curious about g Franco but a bit afraid of the prospect of spinning on rubber. Thanks!
Hey there Julia,
I actually have never purchased any rubber sole shoes from Gfranco, only their classic suede high heels.
From what I've seen/heard, they are not classic rubber shoes like what you'd find on Nike's for instance.
They are like a "jazz rubber" like what you'd find on a jazz shoe or jazz sneaker. Jazz rubber like that is typically very smooth and you can turn very well without any issue.
But if you're still unsure, I would:
1) Call them over the phone, they are very helpful and I'd ask them directly and also see if they have a return policy in case you don't like turning in them.
2) They typically set up booths at Bachata and Salsa Festivals where you can try on and buy shoes in person. So you can also try them on and see if you like them without the hassle of ordering and returning them.
Hope this helps.
A lot of the places to go social dancing where I am have tile floors, are suede soles still recommended for tile floors?
suede sole shoes would still be okay. always wear what is best for you personally and protect your knees :)
Super filmik 😉
Have you tried Yami dance shoes?
No not yet
@@BachataDanceAcademy curious! Because the website is much easier to navigate
DO the Phantom's have a rubber bottom? Website didnt have any pics
Not rubber on the bottom, Its a different type of bottom that lets you spin/turn a lot easier :D
What are we, chop liver? lol Might want to check us out. We offer a padded insoles on the balls of the feet that are built into the dance shoes.
I bought the GFranco Phantom based on your recommendation, and they’re awful. These are some of the most uncomfortable dance shoes I’ve ever worn. I’ll be returning them, but I’m still out $30 for shipping. To anyone considering these, DO NOT BUY GFRANCO PHANTOM. They feel like solid plastic, and for $100, it’s ridiculous.
I'm really sorry to hear that the GFranco Phantom shoes didn’t work out for you. Comfort can definitely vary from person to person, especially with dance shoes, since foot shapes and preferences can be so different. It’s frustrating when something doesn’t meet expectations, especially after factoring in shipping costs. I hope you’re able to find a pair that works better for your needs. Have you considered contacting GFranco's customer service? They might be able to help with a better solution or exchange for a different style. Best of luck with your search for the perfect dance shoes!
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