
Frequently asked questions.
HOW LONG UNTIL I GET MY stuff?
Sickoz are premium, collectible shoe wear. They are made just for you as soon as you order. From the time you complete your order, to the time your feet get super gross with these awesome shoes will be approximately 3-6 weeks. Your bonus items (Numbered, signed certificate, stickers and trading cards will arrive first as a separate shipment to get you excited while you wait.)
what happened to the cool box i saw on instagram?
If you’ve been following along with my product launch journey on social media, you’ve no doubt seen some of the prototype unboxings and posts featuring my awesome shoe box. Unfortunately, due to tariffs and fulfillment costs, I was unable to offer that packaging at this point. However, in light of that, I am including the custom origin story comic strip and stickers alongside an added bonus trading card showcasing the Sickoz blister pack art. The included, signed certificate of authenticity will also be individually numbered. So, while I would’ve loved to include the box on this run, it just wasn’t possible. While it was a difficult choice to make, I’ve managed to include even more bonus items as well as drop the price. More creative packaging will be coming back in the future though for those interested!
why are these special?
Sickoz shoes aren’t just shoes! They’re limited-edition art pieces born from hundreds of hours of design by a solo artist. Each of the 200 pairs features hand-drawn comic art. You're investing in a one-of-a-kind collectable made by one person (me), crafted with passion, not mass-produced. I’ve worked hard to keep quality extremely high, ensuring every detail reflects the Sickoz vision.
Who is the artist?
My name is Chad Ballew. I’ve been a professional illustrator for over 20 years working in advertising, comics, board games and more. Being a child of the 80’s and 90’s, I have a strong love for the gross-out era of toys and cartoons. Madballs, Garbage Pail Kids, Mad Magazine, Mad Scientist and others are part of my DNA and I wanted to bring that spirit back. What better way for those of us looking to express that essence of nostalgia but through toys we can wear on our feet?! I’ve been working on this for over 2 years and am thrilled to finally bring it to you all. I have big plans for Sickoz and I can’t wait to bring all of you along for the ride!
where are they made?
I’ve spent 2 years working with and testing various shoe manufacturers from the U.S., Vietnam, Pakistan and China. Only one has been able to achieve the quality worthy of Sickoz. These shoes aren’t just some print on demand, basic slip-on shoes. They are printed using an extremely high-quality, durable process and are printed before they are assembled. This creates a much more premium quality shoe that you will love. Because of the unique process, these will be shipping to you from China with tracking. All of the collectable extras will be printed and made in the U.S. and ship separately. I will hand assemble these packages and send them to you while your Sickoz are being custom made just for you!
Refunds or exchanges?
After you place your order, your shoes go into production perfectly made for you. This means that returns are not accepted. Please consult the sizing guide carefully before placing your order. These awesome shoes will ship in a plain, branded shoe box and might arrive with scuffs or dents. The shoes will be perfectly protected. All that said, if you aren’t happy or run into a problem with your order, contact me and we’ll make it right. Dr. SIcko wants everyone happy!