Z-Coil Footwear Update | Shark Tank Season 17
Back in the late 1980s, Andres Gallegos’s dad was out running when he got the idea for a new kind of shoe. He saw how much people struggled with foot, knee, and back pain, and the usual fixes weren’t helping. That’s how Z-Coil Footwear was born, shoes with springs that absorb impact and make it easier to stay on your feet. Were the sharks interested in a deal? Here’s how it all played out in our Z-Coil Footwear update and pitch recap.
If you’re short on time, here’s a quick overview of what happened to Z-Coil after
Andres and Lindley entered
In terms of a Z-Coil update, the company recieved a big boost in sales after airing and is working with Lori to expand awareness and modernize their design.
| Shark | Result |
| Lori Greiner | Accepted offer of $250,000 for 50% equity |
| Kendra Scott | No offer |
| Kevin O’Leary | No offer |
| Robert Herjavec | No offer |
| Rashaun Williams | No offer |
Shark Tank Z-Coil Pitch
- Entrepreneurs: Andres Gallegos and Lindley Gallegos Bach
- Business: Shock-absorbing shoes
- Ask: $250,000 for 10% equity
- Result: $250,000 for 50% equity
- Shark: Lori Greiner
Andres and his daughter, Lindley, came into the tank from Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a product they said could change how people walk and work.
Their company, Z-Coil Footwear, attacked the issue at the foundation by adding visible springs to shoes.
The spring design reduced impact by 50% and gave people less pain while walking or standing.
Andres explained that most solutions for foot and back pain—like orthotics, pills, or surgery—only treat the symptoms, while Z-Coil attacks the problem at the foundation.
The sharks tried the product right away. Rashaun Williams said it wasn’t the best-looking shoe he had ever seen.
Robert Herjavec admitted the shoes felt strange at first, but quickly agreed they were comfortable. Lori Greiner added, “This really feels good,” as she tested them out.
Meanwhile, Lindley explained the company’s focus. Z-Coil targeted nurses, construction workers, warehouse staff, teachers, and service employees, people who stay on their feet for long hours.
Customers buy the shoes online, where they retail for $279 and cost $65 to make.
Robert wanted to know the backstory. Andres said his father first envisioned the shoe in the late 1980s after a spiritual moment during a run. The company officially launched in 1995.
Early years were tough, with five years of no salary and credit card debt. Andres raised money by offering free shoes with investments.
That idea generated $5 million in 12 months, seeding the product nationwide and helping sales grow to $11.8 million within four years.
However, Robert asked about current sales. Andres said revenue had dropped to $1.6 million.
The 2008 recession destroyed their 450-store retail network, which included podiatrists who supported the brand.
Kevin O’Leary pushed further, asking about profits. Andres admitted they would lose $270,000 this year despite $1.4 million in sales.
At that point, Lindley explained why she joined the company. With 10 years in digital marketing, she wanted to rebuild the brand online.
She shared survey data showing healthcare workers made up 25% of customers. Warehousing and logistics followed, then teachers and retail workers. She also highlighted a return on ad spend of $4.6 million.
Kevin asked about acquisition costs. Lindley answered $100 per customer. Kevin quickly said he didn’t like the numbers and went out.
Kendra Scott praised the comfort but said she wasn’t the right partner.
Rashaun compared the company to a plane that had been stuck on the runway for 30 years and pulled out. Robert also declined, worried about the lack of growth.
Lori was the only shark left. She admitted she loved the comfort and called the shoe “a better mousetrap.” However, she worried about the uphill climb and initially went out.
In the end, she called the entrepreneurs back. Lori surprised everyone with an offer of $250,000 for 50% equity.
Rashaun encouraged them to take it, saying her value was worth more than the steep terms.
Lindley, emotional, agreed to the deal. With a deal in hand, let’s get a Z-Coil update to see how Andres and Lindley are doing.
Shark Tank Z-Coil Update
Based on our Z-Coil update, it looks like the deal with Lori Greiner is heading in the right direction based on some Instagram posts from Lindley.
Further, after airing, Z-Coil received a massive boost in sales. The company posted a reel on Instagram showing their team fulfilling hundreds of orders and thanking the
With Lori’s investment and mentorship, Z-Coil will be able to expand awareness, add more styles, lighten materials, and modernize designs.
Products like the Freedom Classic Black ($259.95), the Outback Hiker ($279.95), and the Legend Black Slip Resistant ($259.95) remain customer favorites. All are available on the Z-Coil website.
They also sell accessories like the Z-Fit Custom Arch Insole ($29.95). Each shoe is built with a rocker sole, a built-in orthotic, and the signature spring heel that claims to reduce impact by 50%.
Our Z-Coil update also found that Lindley has applied to
We’ll keep an eye on Andres and Lindley and bring you the latest in our next Z-Coil update.
Before you go, be sure to check out our other updates from Season 17, Episode 1:
You can also find more on our Shark Tank Season 17 companies page!
Marvin Uzor
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