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Although most of our visitors are avid cloggers and know all these answers, occasionally we get questions from people just getting started in clog dancing.
Here are a few of the common questions. If you have questions you'd like answered or like to see on this list of clogging dance FAQs, please let us know.
- Where did clogging come from?
- What's the difference between a regular tap and a buck tap?
- What size clogging heel tap do I need?
- Do you accept returns on clogging shoes?
- Can I get clogging shoes without the taps installed?
- What size clogging dance shoe is going to work best for me?
- Can I exchange my clogging shoes for a different size if the pair I ordered doesn't fit?
- Could you help me sell my used clogging shoes?
- Can I order my clogging shoes, taps, or other products from www.ClogOn.com over the phone?
- What forms of payment do you accept at www.ClogOn.com?
1. Where did clogging come from?
Clogging is a truly American dance form that began in the Appalachian Mountains and now enjoys widespread popularity throughout the United States and around the world.
As the Appalachians were settled in the mid 1700's by the Irish, Scottish, English and Dutch-Germans, the folk dances of each area met and began to combine in an impromptu foot-tapping style, the beginning of clog dancing as we know it today. Accompanied by rousing fiddle and bluegrass music, clogging was a means of personal expression in a land of newfound freedoms.
The word "Clog" comes from the Gaelic, and means "time". Clogging is a dance that is done in time with the music -to the downbeat usually with the heel keeping rhythm.
As clogging made its way to the flatlands, other influences shaped it. From the Cherokee Indians, to African Blacks and Russian Gypsies, clogging has enveloped many different traditions to become truly a "melting pot" of step dances.
Read more about the History of Clogging!
2. What's the difference between a regular clogging tap and a buck tap?
As you can see by the picture below, the Steven's Stomper Buck Tap has a steel flange on the toe. This steel flange serves two main purposes:
- Provides more sound when a clogger hits their toes on the floor.
- Semi-protects the toe of the shoe (semi means that it will protect some but not necessarily prevent wear and tear)
If you are new to clogging, either tap will work.
Many advanced cloggers prefer the Steven's Stomper Regular Tap because, if you are doing advanced steps like toe-stands, the steel flange can be a bit slick.
3. What size clogging heel tap do I need?
Most clogging shoes use the Steven's Stomper Medium sized heel tap.
Small sizes for children use a small heel tap.
Men's size 11 and above generally use a large heel tap.
4. Do you accept returns on clogging shoes?
Yes! Here is the ClogOn.com policy for returns:
We realize that size is always hard to determine. For this reason we gladly do EXCHANGES for shoes that do not fit. The only fee to the client will be the cost to ship the 1st pair of shoes back and the shipping cost of the new shoes. Follow these steps to exchange your shoes:
Step 1: Make sure the shoes have no scuffs, marks, etc. In order to get a direct exchange, the shoes you are returning must be re-sellable.
Step 2: Include in the box the size you would like to exchange for and/or the reason for the exchange.
Step 3: Pay the shipping invoice for the new shoes (Please contact Nate at 801.830.6986 for details on this step. ClogOn.com will send a shipping invoice to you via email as soon as the exchange is requested. The shipping fee will be the same as your original order shipping fee.)
Step 4: Return the shoes to the following address:
ClogOn.com
c/o Linda Cole
PO Box 1070
700 West Lake St.
Manila, AR 72442
Step 5: As soon as we receive the shoes, shipping invoice payment and deem that the shoes are in “re-sellable” condition, we will ship the new shoes to you.
Here are some other things to be aware of:
- Shoes returned for defects will be replaced, swapped, or fully refunded after we examine the shoe and determine the problem.
- Other returns, including shoes or products that don't fit, have a potential 20% of sale price restocking fee. The client will be responsible for all shipping charges incurred.
- www.ClogOn.com will not accept returns of shoes or products that have been used.
All returns must include a return authorization #. To request a return authorization #, please e-mail us at info@clogon.com or call Nate at 801.830.6986.
Thanks for your business with www.ClogOn.com.
Sincerely,
ClogOn Management
If you have further questions, please contact us via email or phone.
5. Can I get clogging shoes without the taps installed?
Yes, here are links to clogging shoes that don't have taps installed:
6. What size clogging dance shoe is going to work best for me?
This is probably one of the toughest questions we are asked on a day to day basis at ClogOn.com. Our best recommendation is to order your street shoe size, or maybe even a half size bigger.
What we've seen is that it's easier to add an insole or extra pair of socks and grow in to the shoes than it is to exchange them for a new size because they are too tight and don't fit.
7. Can I exchange my clogging shoes for a different size if the pair I ordered doesn't fit?
Yes! Here is the ClogOn.com policy for returns:
We realize that size is always hard to determine. For this reason we gladly do EXCHANGES for shoes that do not fit. The only fee to the client will be the cost to ship the 1st pair of shoes back and the shipping cost of the new shoes. Follow these steps to exchange your shoes:
Step 1: Make sure the shoes have no scuffs, marks, etc. In order to get a direct exchange, the shoes you are returning must be re-sellable.
Step 2: Include in the box the size you would like to exchange for and/or the reason for the exchange.
Step 3: Pay the shipping invoice for the new shoes (Please contact Nate at 801.830.6986 for details on this step. ClogOn.com will send a shipping invoice to you via email as soon as the exchange is requested. The shipping fee will be the same as your original order shipping fee.)
Step 4: Return the shoes to the following address:
ClogOn.com
c/o Linda Cole
PO Box 1070
700 West Lake St.
Manila, AR 72442
Step 5: As soon as we receive the shoes, shipping invoice payment and deem that the shoes are in “re-sellable” condition, we will ship the new shoes to you.
Here are some other things to be aware of:
- Shoes returned for defects will be replaced, swapped, or fully refunded after we examine the shoe and determine the problem.
- Other returns, including shoes or products that don't fit, have a potential 20% of sale price restocking fee. The client will be responsible for all shipping charges incurred.
- www.ClogOn.com will not accept returns of shoes or products that have been used.
All returns must include a return authorization #. To request a return authorization #, please e-mail us at info@clogon.com or call Nate at 801.830.6986.
Thanks for your business with www.ClogOn.com.
Sincerely,
ClogOn Management
8. Could you help me sell my used clogging shoes?
Yes, here are the steps you'll need to follow for ClogOn.com to help you sell your used clogging shoes:
Step 1: Take at least 3 pictures of your clogging shoes.
Include a top view, side view and bottom view of the shoes.
Step 2: Email the pictures and a description of the shoes to clogon@gmail.com.
Step 3: The used clogging shoes will be listed for FREE within 48 business hours.
Step 4: Upon sale of the used clogging shoes, ClogOn.com will collect the payment and deduct merchant account fees + 10% of sales price.
Step 5: ClogOn.com will send you a Purchase Order with the client information. It will be up to you to ship the products to the appropriate customer in a timely manner.
9. Can I order my clogging shoes, taps, or other products from www.ClogOn.com over the phone?
Yes, although at times it may be difficult to get in contact with us. The best person to call would be Nate - 801.830.6986.
10. What forms of payment do you accept at www.ClogOn.com?
Credit and Debit Cards