7 May, 2025
Santa Barbara, CA – Blumaka, creator of the groundbreaking NonSlip insole with Konnect technology, has teamed up with DAPS, the emerging footwear brand built specifically for pickleball, to deliver elite-level performance, stability, and comfort to players across the country.
Blumaka’s NonSlip insoles are designed to help athletes move with confidence by providing unmatched grip between their foot and their shoe, resulting in faster starts, harder stops, and better balance through every pivot, reach, and slam. With deep heel cupping and industry-leading cushioning made from over 88 percent recycled high-performance foam, Blumaka insoles offer the all-day comfort and durability that pickleball players demand.
These NonSlip insoles, featuring Blumaka’s proprietary Konnect technology, are the hidden performance advantage inside every pair of DAPS shoes. You can’t see them—but you’ll feel the difference. Professional athletes have called the experience “like cheating,” thanks to the added speed and control in a sport that requires constant quick starts, stops, and directional changes.
“Pickleball players have been some of the fastest adopters of our insole technology,” said Blumaka founder Stuart Jenkins. “DAPS, with its focus on performance-driven footwear, is the perfect partner to bring Blumaka technology to a broader community of passionate players.”
This collaboration integrates Blumaka’s proven performance tech into the first line of DAPS pickleball shoes—helping to reduce injury risk and enhance control in a game where agility and reaction time are everything.
“I wanted to create the best pickleball shoe on the market—something that gave athletes a real performance advantage,” said DAPS founder Keith Goldberg. “The first time I tried a pair of Blumaka NonSlip insoles, I felt how quickly I could change direction. I knew right away we had to build them into the DAPS shoe. These are the highest-performance insoles ever used in a court sport shoe—bar none.”
Blumaka’s NonSlip insole with the Konnect technology are trusted by professional athletes across a range of sports. Now, thanks to this partnership, they’re elevating performance on the pickleball court—one step at a time.
About Blumaka
Blumaka is redefining how insoles are made - with purpose, performance, and the planet in mind. Based in Santa Barbara, California, Blumaka produces high-performance insoles made from over 85 percent recycled materials. Our patented process transforms premium foam waste - discarded during athletic footwear production - into durable, responsive, and sustainable products trusted by professional athletes and leading brands. Through independent testing, Blumaka’s NonSlip insoles are scientifically proven to deliver significant performance benefits: 90 percent of athletes ran faster, 80 percent started and stopped more quickly, and 80 percent had increased stability from to the knee to the ground. Whether for elite performance or everyday comfort, Blumaka insoles deliver exceptional cushioning, support, and longevity - all while reducing waste and environmental impact. Learn more at www.blumaka.com
About DAPS
DAPS is a performance footwear brand built specifically for the fast-growing sport of pickleball(and perfect for padel too!). Founded by a team of fourth-generation shoemakers and an award-winning brand storyteller, DAPS combines deep industry expertise with a love for the game. Our mission is to create the most innovative, high-performance gear in the sport—starting with the ultimate pickleball shoe. Designed for traction, stability, and serious style, DAPS is made by players, for players. Learn more at www.daps.fit or reach out at marketing@daps.fit.
