The wool sneaker that goes effortlessly from the office to the weekend: lightweight, versatile, and naturally temperature-regulating.
Ultra-lightweight and comfortable, it can be worn all day, every day. Its clean, understated design pairs effortlessly with any outfit. An eco-responsible sneaker that doesn't sacrifice on style.
HIGHLIGHTS:
ZQ-certified Merino wool upper: soft against the skin, even worn sockless.
Naturally temperature-regulating: comfortable from the first cool days of fall.
This easy-to-wear hybrid design laces up quickly and fits comfortably around the foot.
Thick, stable, flexible outsole: reliable grip on cobblestones, sidewalks, and mixed urban terrain.
Removable insoles that mold perfectly to your feet or can be swapped out for your own inserts.
Shipping: we ship within two business days (48 hours) after you place your order. We offer free shipping for all orders over $99. (Within the Continental United States).
Depending on the style, there are two ways to clean your SAOLAs. In both cases, be sure to remove the insoles first.
For these models: TSAVO - WANAKA KNIT - CANNON KNIT - WANAKA CANVAS - CANNON CANVAS - VIRUNGA, take out the cork insole before machine washing your shoes. Use a gentle cycle and keep the water temperature below 30°C (86°F)
For these models: WANAKA - WANAKA WATERPROOF - WANAKA WATERPROOF WARM - ALTA VIBRAM – BERGEN (ALL) - CANNON - CANNON WATERPROOF - CANNON KNIT WOOL - TSAVO WOOL - TSAVO WATERPROOF - CANNON LINEN - CANNON VL - SEQUOIA, first, remove the cork insole. Then, wash your shoes by hand using a sponge and mild soap.
To clean your insoles, simply remove them from the shoes and wash gently by hand using a sponge and mild soap
If you are in between two shoe sizes, we recommend sizing up.
Store owner replied:
Hello Jan, We have not made any design changes to this product. However, looking at your order history, you ordered the Tsavo Knit two years ago, whereas this order is for the Tsavo Wool. While the design is similar, the upper material is entirely different — which may explain the confusion. Thanks! SAOLA team
The stars are for the shoes. The shoes are comfortable and worth it. My overall experience with this company is very negative. The two to five day delivery was a lie in my case. I contacted the customer service and was told that they wash their hands clean of the product after it has shipped. My shoes remained in one place for five days and the company did nothing to help me out other than telling me "they understand my frustration." Needless to say, from my interactions with this company, these will be my first and last pair of shoes from them. And it's not even the shoe's fault.
Store owner replied:
Dear Nate, we're sorry about the delivery delay, and especially about how it was handled — being told we "wash our hands" of it once shipped is not the standard we hold ourselves to, and we'll be addressing this internally. I've reached out to you via email to offer an appropriate compensation. SAOLA
Incredibly comfortable shoes that can be worn with multiple outfits, with or without socks. I'm glad to see the new colors offered!
When Vans discontinued their Ultrarange VR3 knit shoe, I was very dissappointed. I've been searching for something similar for a while now and these are the best i've found, in fact better than my beloved Vans!
I would love these in solid blue, do you have those coming?
I found this brand totally by accident, and very happy that I did!
This shoe is absurdly comfortable, but in the most healthy way for your foot.
All of my shoes will come from here from now on, this is exactly what I’ve been looking for
Thank you
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Nice looking shoe. But having trouble finding a size that fits my husband. Runs really small for him. I’m in the process of exchanging for 3rd size right now and no 12-1/2 is made, so hopefully 13 is not too big. He’s usually 11-1/2.
USPS evidently misplaced my order at the Denver sorting station for a week between Jan. 17 and Jan. 24. I spent 30 minutes tracing the package the morning of Jan. 24. Then USPS advised the package had been located within a hour after my trace. It was finally delivered on Jan. 25th.
This was a very frustrating experience and I came close to canceling my order.
Good purchase experience at Louisville Ecotober event!
Shoes look great but it’s a little loose at the heel but not loose enough where the shoe comes off.
Fit as expected, comfortable, and look great (I was complimented by a complete stranger the first day I wore them). They’re my 2nd pair of Saola’s - both are great!
Store owner replied:
Thanks Edward for your feedback. We'll send you an email for you to tell us more about the flaw. We want to make sure our customer are 100 % happy 😉 .
RUNS SMALL. I have a pair of Cannon Knits in the same size and this product is almost half an inch shorter than those.