TreadLightGear
Buyers are raving!
This shop got multiple 5-star reviews in the past 7 days.
Announcement
TURNAROUND TIME is approx. 2-4 MONTHS for all of our MOCCASINS & BOOTS. If you need them sooner, please message us about our current estimated production time as well as the possibility of a rush order.
Functional Fashion. Our products are hand-made by a small team of dedicated leather artisans in Eugene, Oregon, USA. Everything is hand-built with longevity in mind, taking care to make useful, durable, and beautiful products that last.
Our Vibram and leather moccasin soles can be replaced for $50-$75. Like any shoe, the amount of wear and the terrain you're walking on determines the life of your sole. Be kind to your moccasins and they will be kind to you.
If you need your item by a certain date, please inquire about the current turnaround time before purchasing and we will do our best to accommodate your request. We also offer a limited number of rush orders at a time for an additional $50.
INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Please be aware that your country may charge an import fee. You may be required to pay this fee upon receiving your package at your local post office.
All orders are shipped with a free shipping confirmation number. If you'd like to purchase insurance, please let us know. We are not responsible for lost or stolen packages.
Durable. Simple. Light. Eco-positive.
Announcement
TURNAROUND TIME is approx. 2-4 MONTHS for all of our MOCCASINS & BOOTS. If you need them sooner, please message us about our current estimated production time as well as the possibility of a rush order.
Functional Fashion. Our products are hand-made by a small team of dedicated leather artisans in Eugene, Oregon, USA. Everything is hand-built with longevity in mind, taking care to make useful, durable, and beautiful products that last.
Our Vibram and leather moccasin soles can be replaced for $50-$75. Like any shoe, the amount of wear and the terrain you're walking on determines the life of your sole. Be kind to your moccasins and they will be kind to you.
If you need your item by a certain date, please inquire about the current turnaround time before purchasing and we will do our best to accommodate your request. We also offer a limited number of rush orders at a time for an additional $50.
INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Please be aware that your country may charge an import fee. You may be required to pay this fee upon receiving your package at your local post office.
All orders are shipped with a free shipping confirmation number. If you'd like to purchase insurance, please let us know. We are not responsible for lost or stolen packages.
Durable. Simple. Light. Eco-positive.
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Nicole on Aug 26, 2021
5 out of 5 starsLeaves! This is so exciting. I plan to lace these to a floral head band and to decorate my fairy bodice. They are just the right size and I love the colors. Thank you so much.
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bardoholic on Aug 7, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThese are absolutely perfect. Just what I wanted. Will order again from you soon.
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McKenna on May 30, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful!! I love my new shoes so much, they are so comfortable and perfect♡ Thank you so much!
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Mikayla on Apr 9, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI’ve wanted these for a long time now, so happy to have a pair! Of course the craftsmanship is top notch and they are very comfortable! Can’t wait to wear them every day this summer!
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glautz99 on Apr 7, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThese sandals are amazing!! I thought I would need them customized, but I was able to adjust them easy myself. The seller was also very accommodating and offered to do it for me if they didn't work out. They are absolutely gorgeous and so soft.
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Kristi on Sep 20, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBest Etsy purchase ever! It's going to be my favorite bag! Just beautiful craftsmanship!
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sdoseisaiah43 on Sep 17, 2021
5 out of 5 starsExcellent! Love my sandals. They are very comfortable and versatile, and look really nice. Quality is great. I love that they were able to get them to me in time for an event. I have trouble finding shoes that fit because I have narrow heels and extra wide forefeet, so these feel amazing!! Only thing about them is that they are a bit longer on the toe than I am used to, and I have tripped a few times. I might have gotten a size too big. I also had to punch a few new holes in the straps to make them fit tighter. Overall they are amazing though and I would definitely order from this company again.
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Kristie on Sep 12, 2021
5 out of 5 starsthese boots are so worth the wait! I originally got them in a 7, as that's what I normally wear, but they were too big so I sent them back with a tracing of my foot and the new ones fit perfectly! I ended up needing a 6. They are so comfortable and high quality. The leather is lovely, thick, and smells amazing. I can tell I'll be wearing these forever.
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Courtney on Sep 12, 2021
5 out of 5 starsabsolutely gorgeous purse 💜 the leather is some of the softest I've ever felt ⭐⭐⭐
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Jaimie on Sep 7, 2021
5 out of 5 starsEeeee!! 😍😍💚💚 I am inlove with this bag!! I can fit my phone & a small wallet in it. I use it everyday. Beautiful quality craftsmanship & leather. This bag will last me the rest of my life. I'm quite looking forward to that. Well worth the wait for it to be made. 🙏🙏🍃🍃
About TreadLightGear
Simple. Light. Durable. Eco-Positive.
Isn't everyone tired of wearing disposable, uncomfortable, low quality, imported footwear ? So was Manna. That's why in 2000, she started stitching away, creating her own line of footwear made right here in the United States. The bull hide used to create Tread Light moccasins are sourced from Colorado and Wyoming where the state law dating back to the 1800's is "range free", meaning if you Don't want livestock on your land, you put up a fence! The tannery we work with is family owned, and located in Wisconsin. Tread Light moccasins are both Funky and classic! So comfortable, our customers say they are like a hug on your foot!
Shop members
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Manna
Owner
Manna began Tread Light in 2000, and grew her business for over a decade. One of Manna’s superpowers is to create space for other powerful women to shine. She is dedicated to her children and building comfortable, durable footwear made with love!
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Tika
Assistant, Customer Service
Knower and maker of everything, indispensable, yet she’s leaving soon to follow her own creative path with her own paper art business. We will especially miss her puns!
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Lily
Social Media, Maker
Lily is a passionate advocate for sustainable change and fully supports the slow fashion movement. She loves empowering fellow artists and sharing their creations!
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Karen
Maker
Purse and accessory maker, this is a woman who can create organization and gorgeous whimsical art with apparent effortless ease. As handy with a drill gun as she is with her leather tools, she is constantly slaying to-do lists and clutter!
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Tamara
Customer Service
Our behind-the-scenes computer maven—she’s whom you’ll often find at the other end of your email. Loves long sunny days with a cool breeze off the lake and being in her garden. Just welcomed kiddo #2!
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Chelsea
Maker
When she’s not making sandals at the workshop, she’s outdoors—and sometimes she even makes sandals outdoors at the workshop! Chelsea is our go-to plant and fungus expert and plays the banjolele when she’s not painting, hiking, sculpting or swimming.
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Paige
Customer Service
Knitter, mom of an adorable 3 year old, and maker of kitchen messes when she’s not doing administrative or organizational tasks for Tread Light, and yes, all the sewing! She’s learning ukulele and makes popcorn almost every day.
Shop policies
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Returns and exchange details
If you're unhappy with your purchase, please contact us immediately via Email at treadlight [!at] gmail.com explaining the reason why you are unhappy. If we are at fault with our workmanship we will repair, replace, or refund the purchased item, depending on the problem. If your item is not faulty but you are simply unsatisfied with your purchase, then we can discuss a possible resolution. We will always do our utmost to resolve any problems and provide a happy outcome
Because of direct deposit from our Etsy account, refunds may take 2-3 weeks to process, please be patient.
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Tread Light
163 Thomas Ln
Eugene, OR 97404
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Where do I send my Return or Exchange?
Please send returns/exchanges to:
Tread Light
163 Thomason Ln
Eugene, OR 97404