You’ve probably heard the term zero drop before, but what does it actually mean?
Simply put, a zero-drop shoe has the same amount of cushioning from heel to forefoot. There’s no height difference between where your heel and your toes sit in the shoe.
In contrast, traditional running shoes are built with an elevated heel, often ranging anywhere from 4mm to 10mm higher than the forefoot. Think of it as a less extreme version of a high heel which is designed to tilt your foot slightly forward.
The idea behind that design was to encourage a more forward run pattern and reduce heel striking. But in reality, an elevated heel often does the opposite: it takes your body out of its natural alignment, altering posture, stride, and even long-term movement mechanics.
At Notace, we believe your shoes should let your body move the way it was designed to, naturally, efficiently, and without artificial angles. That’s why zero drop matters. It keeps you grounded, balanced, and connected to the way you were meant to move.
Think about how your body feels when you first get out of bed in the morning when you are barefoot, balanced, and naturally aligned. That’s the posture your body was designed for and how you were born to move. At Notace, we aim to replicate that same natural state while giving your feet the protection and comfort they need for modern life. Our zero-drop designs let you move the way you were meant to with just the right amount of cushion between you and the ground.