About Us

About FreakyShoes.com: Your Source for Honest Footwear Reviews and Sneaker News

Who We Are

FreakyShoes.com is an independent footwear publication founded in 2018 by Pete Oliveri, a footwear enthusiast and industry analyst with over seven years of experience reviewing, testing, and covering the latest trends in sneakers, athletic shoes, and casual footwear.

Based in New Jersey, USA, our mission is simple: provide honest, in-depth reviews and helpful guides that empower readers to make informed footwear decisions.

What We Cover

At FreakyShoes.com, we publish original editorial content focused on:

  • Honest Product Reviews: We test and review sneakers from Nike, Adidas, Converse, Vans, New Balance, and dozens of other brands—sharing the good, the bad, and everything in between
  • Sneaker News & Releases: Breaking coverage of upcoming drops, limited editions, and industry announcements
  • Care & Maintenance Guides: Step-by-step tutorials on cleaning, protecting, and extending the life of your favorite shoes
  • Comparison Articles: Side-by-side analyses to help you choose between similar models
  • Style & Trend Analysis: Fashion-forward advice on how to wear and style different footwear
  • Buying Guides: Expert recommendations for specific needs (running, basketball, work, casual wear)

Our Editorial Approach

Independence & Honesty: We believe in transparent, honest reviews. If a shoe doesn't perform well, we say so. Our readers trust us because we prioritize truth over hype.

Hands-On Testing: Every review is based on real-world testing. We wear the shoes, walk miles in them, and put them through their paces before publishing our thoughts.

Reader-First Content: We write for real people making real purchasing decisions—not for brands or advertisers. Our goal is to save you time, money, and buyer's remorse.

No Fluff: We skip the marketing jargon and give you straightforward, practical information you can actually use.


Meet Our Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Pete Oliveri has been obsessed with sneakers since childhood. What started as a personal passion evolved into a career analyzing footwear design, performance, and trends.

With a background in both product testing and digital publishing, Pete founded FreakyShoes.com in 2018 to create the kind of honest, detailed shoe reviews he wished existed when he was searching for his next pair.

Pete personally oversees all content published on FreakyShoes.com, ensuring every article meets our standards for accuracy, helpfulness, and authenticity.

Why FreakyShoes.com Exists

The footwear industry is crowded with marketing hype and sponsored content. We created FreakyShoes.com to cut through the noise and provide a trusted resource where readers can find:

  • Unbiased opinions based on real testing
  • Detailed breakdowns of materials, construction, and performance
  • Honest pros and cons for every product
  • Practical advice from someone who genuinely cares about shoes

Our Custom Design Platform

In addition to our editorial content, FreakyShoes.com offers a unique custom shoe design service for readers who want to create personalized footwear. This hands-on experience with customization deepens our understanding of shoe construction and materials—insights we share in our articles.

However, our primary focus remains our editorial mission: helping readers make smarter footwear choices through honest, independent content.

Contact Us

We love hearing from our readers! Whether you have questions, article suggestions, or just want to talk about shoes, reach out:

Email: info@freakyshoes.com
Location: New Jersey, USA
Founded: 2018

Our Commitment to You

We promise to:

  • Always prioritize honesty over clickbait
  • Test products thoroughly before reviewing them
  • Disclose any partnerships or sponsorships transparently
  • Continue improving our content based on your feedback
  • Never compromise our editorial integrity

Thank you for trusting FreakyShoes.com as your go-to source for footwear information. We're honored to help you find your next favorite pair of shoes.

Freaky ShoesⓇ Reviews

Geverifieerd

Amazing Quality

Amazing quality! Comfortable, durable and Pete is amazing to work with!

Billy Bossa

Geverifieerd

Love My Sneakers

recently purchased a pair of sneakers, and I'm thrilled with my experience! The quality is top-notch; they feel sturdy and well-made, offering great comfort and support. The shipping was impressively quick, arriving well ahead of schedule. The design is fantastic, combining a sleek look with vibrant colors that really stand out. These sneakers have quickly become my go-to for both style and performance. Highly recommended!

Marie Purks

Geverifieerd

New Brand YAK Sneaker

Wow!!The Customer service as well as the product is second to none. Honestly i was shock with the quality, especially the Hgh Tops .Shoes are amazing. I only wear Jordans, and will continue. But now I'll definitely be wearing my own Quality YAK Brand..I feel great and comfortable now selling my YAK BRAND to others. Thanks again to Pete and his crew for an excellent product and customer service. YAK..You Already Know!

Andrew AJ Jones

Geverifieerd

Great Company Great Customer Service

We have placed multiple orders for custom shoes and they have been nothing but amazing to work with. Their customer service is top notch and will get back to you very quickly. We will continue to use for all our custom shoe orders!

Jackie Sleger

Geverifieerd

Cool for all ages

My nephew was having trouble finding cool shoes that were his size and taste, we ordered a custom pair for his birthday and he loves them!

Danielle Woolley

Geverifieerd

Very innovative and creative with the…

Very innovative and creative with the style of shoe he posted on his website and I highly recommend shopping with him Bc you’ll be satisfied with the end result

Michael Harrison

Geverifieerd

Some Good Quality Shoes On Here.

I bought from the website a total of 4-5 times and each time I've been impressed with how high quality the shoes where along with how relatively fast I got the shoes (within 2 weeks). Pete the guy who runs Freaky Shoes also provided good customer service one time for when I was having trouble with one of my shoes. I could either get a new shoe outright or customize it to my liking which I think was pretty cool. Anyone who wants good quality shoes I recommend Freaky Shoes.

John Amani

Geverifieerd

Nice durable shoes with nearly endless…

Nice durable shoes with nearly endless options. Very happy with this company and their products.

Ablazing Spirit