About Us

About

Sensible Shoe

An award winning, 4th generation family owned and operated sit and fit footwear store.

1907

The Shoe Man

Here is where our footwear store legacy began...

It all started in January 24, 1907, when Samuel Fineberg started the Fineberg family legacy. Pictured here is an image of Samuel Fineberg and his business card, a true piece of Rutland Vermont history.

1941 - 1979

Ronay’s Famous Shoes

Continuing the tradition, the 2nd generation of Fineberg Family footwear stores.

Sam’s son, Max Fineberg continued his father legacy in 1941 opening the 2nd Generation Fineberg Family footwear store, Ronay’s Famous Shoes in downtown Rutland. Sadly, business came to an abrupt end December 23rd, 1979 when vagrants broke into an upstairs apartment breaking a sprinkler head, flooding Max’s store and destroying all of the inventory, that would be the last day Ronay’s Famous Shoes was open.

1982 -2024

Sensible Shoe

Continuing his father and grand fathers legacy...

Three years later in 1982, Max Fineberg's son Greg Fineberg opened his 5000 square foot family footwear store called Sensible Shoe. Continuing his father and grand fathers legacy, making him as the 3rd generation of the Fineberg family to own and operate a family footwear store in Rutland Vermont. After 40 years of working full time, Greg made the decision to work part time in 2015.

2024

The Legacy Continues

Carrying on the family tradition, starting the 4th generation.

While Greg is enjoying his semi-retirement status, his son, Joben Fineberg is now managing the daily operations of Sensible Shoe making him the 4th generation of Fineberg family footwear stores in Rutland, Vermont. Our decades of footwear industry knowledge, high level of customer service and extensive selection of over 100 top rated footwear brands make Sensible Shoe the ultimate destination for the entire family. Over the years the shoes have changed but the Fineberg family philosophy of helping customers find the best shoes at the best price in a comfortable atmosphere remains the same.

What Our Customers Are Saying

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Micki B.
I would like to recognize how wonderful this shoe store is! I wasn't able too wear a certain brand of sneakers. When I went in to seek more help in selecting a right fit for myself, I was so happy that Joben was very patient and took the time to find the perfect fit for me. I know where I will go to get new shoes!
Charles F.
Great local shoe store, with the most friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful staff. And, they periodically offer great sales — we have sought shoes and socks here for several years and are happy to be on their email list.
Michael M.
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Brent L.
Was coming through town as an AT hiker. Had no way of getting to the store to replace my 700-mile Altras. Called and they had the exact size and even color I wanted. The owner himself drove them to me, in town, after closing. Really cool guy and saved me a bunch of hassle.
Kyle T.
Was coming through town as an AT hiker. Had no way of getting to the store to replace my 700-mile Altras. Called and they had the exact size and even color I wanted. The owner himself drove them to me, in town, after closing. Really cool guy and saved me a bunch of hassle.
Cate M.
Was coming through town as an AT hiker. Had no way of getting to the store to replace my 700-mile Altras. Called and they had the exact size and even color I wanted. The owner himself drove them to me, in town, after closing. Really cool guy and saved me a bunch of hassle.