Some reviews claim it's slippery and hard to stand on barefoot. But it looks like the surface has bumps all over it. Are they a new addition?
1787475
Yes, it is slippery. I had a bad experience when I tried to balance on it just my socks on. I would certainly not recommend this product.
1787476
The enclosed instructions specify that shoes should be worn while on the board. The bumps on its surface help to keep shoes from slipping. I have never slipped off. I would never try the board barefoot.
1787477
Mine was the same as the picture shows. Not slippery at all with barefoot or with shoes.
1787478
No, the balance board is not slippery due to the "bumps" on the deck. However, the quality of this product is very VERY CHEAP. Within a couple months of purchasing this product it started falling apart. I weigh 191 lb...well within the weight limit and had to throw it away since it was beyond the return period. A waste of money.
1798189
Back is rough. Slippage depends on your surface. I have never found slipping a problem.
682560
They offer a smooth and textured surface. I bought the textured mat and no it is not slippery.
990852
I would be comfortable walking on it barefoot, it's a little rough but not bad. As for the baby crawling on it, it might be a little rough for those delicate little knees. It's not as abrasive as concrete but also not as smooth as a vinyl or ceramic tile floor.
2141699
It does have feet, but not rubber. More like a dry rubber foam, and they do effectively prevent it from slipping while allowing it to be easily slid. Best of both worlds IMO.
2049091
Pretty much the same as the bottom I think, but the top is rough so your feet grip better.
756971
Does not seem uneven to me. There is a rocking type motion that comes with walking with the boot on. It may feel unusual at first, but I quickly adjusted to the rocking motion.
411439
Probably. I have mine on padded floor tiles, so I don't know for sure about the reverse side. But when I'm using it barefoot, I get my feet turn black from the residue on the top.
1016605
I have not had any issues. The rubberized feet rested nicely and there was no sliding or slippage on the floor.
748833
The only experience with uneven ground included rough sidewalks. I had to pay particular attention to bumps where one wheel stopped. I would think this would be the case for all knee walkers. I normally limited my use to paved surfaces or floors in buildings. Still love the unit though. This is my second one (I sold the first thinking I wouldn't need it again). This one I'm keeping. Hope this helps.
1240010
It's a harder rubber surface, but it's not smooth. It has a little texture to it and things don't seem to slide on it very much.
264520
No when I use it I usually have socks on or slippers. They are probably talking about the sandpaper like surface so your feet don't slip.
2072323
You have to step over it! It is annoying at first, but you get used to it eventually. I don't even notice it anymore, really!
793539
I put the rough side up because I think it wears better. It also helps grip little feet. The smooth side can be almost slippery, especially on stocking feet, but stays put on the floor.
346532
The picture is of the bottom of the insert which is a gel with both slightly raised as well as indented "bumps". The lighter portion in the pic is a soft plastic which gives some arch structure. On the reverse side, which is what comes into contact with the bottom of your foot is some sort of fabric. I don't feel any bumps coming through the bottom of the insole. They are very soft. I don't have nueropathy but I don't see how anyone would feel anything from the underside of the insert.
170196
Yes, mine has clear padded feet on the bottom--one in each of the four corners. I have had mine over a year and am very pleased with it.
266467
They are bulky, so will make the shoes fit tighter and your foot sit higher (may cause foot to come out at heel). Also, the surface is a slippery synthetic that won't feel great with bare feet. Their real advantage is the rubber is a little denser than most overthecounter arch supports.